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Behind Bacon, Vargas claims on abortion and taxes. 4:06

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We look behind some of the claims and counterclaims made by Rep. Don Bacon and state Sen. Tony Vargas in their race in Nebraska's Second Congressional District.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Property in northeast Lincoln placed in conservation easement 1:16

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Members of the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District met with local landowner Bill Oberg and his wife on Thursday near Lincoln’s Nine Mile Prairie. They celebrated the closing of a 75-acre conservation easement of the property. A conservation easement is a way to use other people’s land to solv…

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Book of Evidence 7:02

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Sue Perkins and Katherine Denkinson are back with a short update on Samantha Cookes (aka Carrie Jade Williams). Since her arrest on July 12th this year, Samantha has been awaiting the details of her charges and now Kat and Sue have more information to share on what's next for Carrie Jade. Sue and Kat would like to ask listeners not to publicly spec…

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Nebraska signs onto mutli-state suit against Biden Admin 0:59

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A group of 20 states are included in the litigation against CMS, arguing there aren’t enough nurses to meet the new standards. The federal agency hopes to increase staffing requirements to improve care across the country.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Breaking down what the Midwest Newsroom poll means for Nebraska 11:58

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A new survey from The Midwest Newsroom and Emerson College Polling Center asked registered voters in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska about measures on Nov. 5 ballots as well as a variety of political, social and economic subjects.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Election officials meet in Omaha to discuss security threats 1:30

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Election officials and security experts from across the country met in Omaha Wednesday to discuss how to mitigate security risks ahead of the general election. Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen said each ballot counting machine is tested three times prior to election day and county websites are monitored for cybersecurity threats weekly. He enc…

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Lincoln library debuts community mural 1:11

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Lincoln’s South Branch Library unveiled its new mural Wednesday. The library chose Chloe Burgett (BUR-Gitt), a local children’s book artist, to paint the installation. The process began in September with a community event where people from the neighborhood painted the background.Par Nebraska Public Media

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A full ballot means extra voter education this general election 0:55

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November’s ballot is unique from past elections for a few reasons: two senators are up for election for the first time in decades. There are also several ballot measures. Here’s how that has impacted voting education this year.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Bacon, Vargas clash over abortion, public safety in debate 1:28

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Republican Congressman Don Bacon and Democratic State Senator Tony Vargas clashed over issues of abortion, public safety and bipartisanship during their second debate Tuesday evening hosted by Nebraska Public Media. Vargas touted his record of cutting taxes in the Unicameral and criticized Bacon for cosponsoring the Life At Conception Act three tim…

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Midwest Newsroom: Why unhoused students aren't getting services 4:26

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The Midwest Newsroom and its partners found that homeless students eligible for enrollment, transportation and academic support in most rural school districts are not getting these services because the districts are undercounting students without stable housing and not applying for available funds.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Explosion damages parish office, school and hospital in O'Neill 1:25

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A Monday morning explosion in O’Neill Nebraska destroyed the St. Patrick’s Parish Center and damaged a nearby school and hospital. There are no injuries reported, but patients at Avera (uh-VAIR-uh) Saint Anthony’s Hospital were evacuated to another hospital and classes were canceled at St. Mary’s Grade School and High School. An investigation from …

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Explosion damages parish office, school, and hospital in O'Neill 1:24

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A Monday morning explosion in O’Neill Nebraska destroyed the St. Patrick’s Parish Center and damaged a nearby school and hospital. There are no injuries reported, but patients at Avera (uh-VAIR-uh) Saint Anthony’s Hospital were evacuated to another hospital and classes were canceled at St. Mary’s Grade School and High School. An investigation from …

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New citizens visit NPM's mobile studio 3:58

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Every month tens of thousands of people go through the process to become U-S citizens—with hundreds choosing to have their naturalization ceremony in Nebraska. Dozens of New Americans in Grand Island became U.S. citizens this year with a main goal in mind: participating in the election.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Fires across Gage County contained 0:57

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Five fires broke out in Gage County this past weekend. There were fires near Odell, Holmesville and Pickerell. A combination of dry conditions and high temperatures with strong winds created the perfect formula for wildfires to start and spread. The fires are 100 percent contained.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Farmers are making less money this year 4:00

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Crop prices have returned to more normal levels this year — down from record highs. As farmers expect less income this year, that's likely to send ripples through the larger agricultural economy.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Union Adventist University Disaster and Response Team Deployed 1:03

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Union Adventist University’s Disaster Response Team has been deployed to assist in clean up following the destruction of Hurricane Helene. The team of 35 students and faculty are currently in Newland, North Carolina assisting the small town. They plan to return on Sunday, October 13th.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Midwest Newsroom: New polling reveals political divides 0:44

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A new survey from The Midwest Newsroom and Emerson College Polling Center asked registered voters in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska about measures on Nov. 5 ballots as well as a variety of political, social and economic subjects.Par Nebraska Public Media

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State Board of Education discusses policy arming school staff 0:44

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The State Board of Education discussed a policy arming authorized school staff in smaller school districts at its meeting Friday.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Students share thoughts on the idea of booze in Memorial Stadium 0:53

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The University of Nebraska Board of Regents will vote on whether to allow alcohol sales at all University athletic events Friday. If approved, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has the goal of offering booze by next fall. Students shared a variety of views on the issue.Par Nebraska Public Media

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With new pipeline plan, Santee could have clean water by 2027 5:55

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Five years after the EPA first issued a no-drink order for the Santee Sioux reservation in northern Nebraska, the tribe has finally been assured they will have the funding to do something about it. But there’s still a long road ahead for the Santee - at minimum three years of planning and construction for a pipeline to bring in water from South Dak…

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Nebraska VR recognizes individuals 0:56

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Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation – or Nebraska VR – celebrated National Disability Employment Awareness Month by honoring those creating inclusive workspaces.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Omaha organization launches NE's Black Maternal Health Month 1:01

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Tuesday marks the beginning of Nebraska’s Black Maternal Health Month. Advocates are using this time of year to bring awareness to health disparities among Black birthing people. Nebraska Public Media’s Kassidy Arena was at the launch event.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Nebraska Election Worker Draft 4:42

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Nebraska is the only state that uses a draft to find volunteers for election day. For decades, Douglas County is the only one to regularly utilize it. Here's how the jury-duty-like system works ahead of general elections.Par Nebraska Public Media

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More college students are struggling to get enough food 3:28

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Research shows that college students are going hungry at a higher rate than the U.S. population as a whole. Some campuses are taking alternative approaches to tackling student hunger.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Only Dead Fish's Founder: When change becomes transformation – Neil Perkin 39:19

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DESCRIPTION For all the talk in agencies about change, transformation and - kill me now - ‘agility’, what exactly do these words mean in practice? And is blundering through ‘change’ causing more harm than good? To shine a light on all this, today’s guest is Neil Perkin - the founder of Only Dead Fish, a consultancy sitting at the intersection of di…

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Midwest Newsroom: Discredited police training used by KC cops 4:46

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Kansas and Missouri agencies have paid thousands of dollars to Street Cop Training. Since The Midwest Newsroom and KCUR began investigating, police departments in both states have stopped using the private company to instruct officers.Par Nebraska Public Media

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State Auditor says district misused nutrition funds 0:57

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The State Auditor criticized one school district’s use of nutrition funds to buy video boards. Chase County Schools in the southwest part of the state used almost $125,000 from the school nutrition fund to help purchase two new video boards in the gym.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Jury finds Jason Jones guilty of first-degree murder 1:38

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A Nebraska man accused of quadruple homicide in Laurel has been found guilty by a Dakota County jury. Thursday morning, the jury convicted Jason Jones with four counts of first-degree murder, two counts of second-degree arson, and four counts of the use of a firearm to commit a felony. Thursday afternoon, the court held an aggravation hearing to de…

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Ho-Chunk Inc. celebrates 30th anniversary in Winnebago 1:27

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Ho Chunk Inc. celebrated its 30th anniversary as the economic development wing of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Wednesday. Small Business Administrator Isabel Guzman, who serves in President Joe Biden’s cabinet, visited Winnebago and said Ho-Chunk Inc. serves as a model for other Native American economic development efforts. Since its founding in…

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How a softball league fosters friendships and wellness 4:21

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Friendships, competition and a second family: that’s what you’ll find at the softball fields in La Vista on Monday and Wednesday nights at the Nebraska Senior Softball League.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Attorneys present closing arguments in Jason Jones trial 1:24

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Prosecuting attorney Sandra Allen encouraged the jury to charge defendant Jason Jones with first-degree murder and first-degree arson. She cited text messages and weapons purchases from Jones indicating his actions were premeditated. Defense attorney Matthew McDonald argued that Jones’ wife Carrie killed one of the victims and that his poor mental …

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Gov. Pillen encourages people to plan during Preparedness Month 0:51

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The Bronco fire in Sioux County is the latest of seven state of emergencies in Nebraska this year. It’s National Preparedness Month and state officials strongly encouraged people to pack for bad weather.Par Nebraska Public Media

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FBI tells public to think before transferring money to scammers 1:28

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The FBI is launching a campaign to educate the public on scams after an increase in reported financial losses from fraud in the first part of the year. FBI Omaha Field Office special agent in charge Gene Kowel says the rise of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrencies have made it easier for criminals to scam people out of their money. Kowel say…

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Four Nebraska schools named National Blue Ribbon Schools 1:02

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The U.S. Department of Education announced National Blue Ribbon Schools on Monday, with four from Nebraska making the list. Elkhorn Grandview Middle, Wilma Upchurch Elementary in Millard, West Point Elementary and Southern Valley Elementary received the honor this year for their academic achievements.…

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Food insecurity on the rise as more rural grocery stores close 1:11

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More grocery stores are closing, and high transportation costs combined with spotty internet service can prevent rural residents from accessing and using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP benefits.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Why more farmers are planting native landscapes 4:15

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While corn and soybeans dominate the Midwestern landscape today, some farmers are integrating strips of native prairie back into their fields. This conservation practice has expanded to more than a dozen states.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Bacon shares Ukrainian priorities after visiting country 1:20

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Republican Congressman Don Bacon visited Ukraine last week and met with the country’s leadership, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He said Ukrainians are asking for additional weapons, for help improving their air defense system and a path to join NATO. Bacon said abandoning Ukraine could embolden Russian President Vladimir Putin to take ov…

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Midwest Newsroom: Nebraska troops aid in Operation Lone Star 3:42

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After Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launched Operation Lone Star in 2021, the governors of Iowa, Missouri and Nebraska answered his call to tackle crime and illegal immigration along the state’s border with Mexico. Their efforts are failing, critics say.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Harris supporters worry Trump could overturn Affordable Care Act 1:37

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Supporters of Kamala Harris spoke in Omaha Thursday about their fear that former President Donald Trump would repeal the Affordable Care Act if elected. During the September presidential debate, Trump said he was going to replace the the legislation, but didn’t offer specifics about an alternative plan. Nebraska State Sen. Jen Day, a registered Dem…

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Bennington teacher announced as 2025 Teacher of the Year 1:16

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Bennington middle school teacher will be the 2025 Teacher of the Year. Nebraska Education Commissioner Brian Maher surprised her with the honor on Thursday.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Huskers sell out 400th straight home game 1:16

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The Nebraska Cornhusker football squad opens Big Ten play against Illinois Friday. This will also be the 400th consecutive sellout at Memorial Stadium and one of the most important games in recent memory.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Ricketts calls for investigation into U.S. Secret Service 1:08

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Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts is calling for an investigation into the U.S. Secret Service following the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Ricketts said the public should be confident that all presidential nominees will be protected equally. He also said Democrats need to "stop the violent rhetoric they’ve used against…

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Chicken farmers sue Tyson 4:04

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Commercial chicken farmers literally bet the farm, spending millions of dollars on land and enormous chicken houses to raise birds they never own — putting their livelihoods in the hands of a single company that is both their supplier and sole buyer. When Tyson closed a processing plant in southeast Missouri, some farmers facing bankruptcy decided …

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Perkins County Canal plans raise questions 5:47

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Nebraska's plans to build a canal to bring water from Colorado come amid that state's own plans for water.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Planning continues for Perkins County Canal 4:14

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Nebraska is moving ahead on plans for a canal to bring water to the state from Colorado.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Pawpaws get their moment in the sun 4:01

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Even as the tropical-tasting fruit gains popularity through farmer's markets and festivals, the pawpaw faces big hurdles to reaching a mass market.Par Nebraska Public Media

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NU chief financial officer Chris Kabourek resigns 0:55

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University of Nebraska chief financial officer Chris Kabourek is resigning effective at the end of September. Kabourek has worked in the NU system for 27 years. He submitted his resignation in a letter to NU President Jeffrey Gold on Monday.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Refugee and immigrant support organization changes its name 0:48

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The organization formerly known as the Immigrant Legal Center plus Refugee Empowerment Center has a new name.Par Nebraska Public Media

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Meet The People’s CEO: How to maintain entrepreneurialism at scale - Tim Ringel 42:07

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More and more ‘mini-networks’ are seeking to beat the holding companies at their own game. These often PE-backed groups of agencies can play the agile indie card, and they can also club together to service global clients. Unsurprisingly, each group claims its own point of difference vs the traditional holding company model. Meet The People is one s…

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Flood, Blood clash in 1st CD debate 5:06

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Republican First District Congressman Mike Flood and Democratic challenger Carol Blood met in debate Sunday.Par Nebraska Public Media

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