Pillen’s office addresses “libtards” comments

Juan Salinas II Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen’s office has addressed his recent tele-town hall comments that triggered criticism from disability advocates and families. Last week, reporters tried to ask Pillen about his use
Budget bills include funds for Fremont

Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood released a statement following the House’s recent passage of the remaining federal budget bills for Fiscal Year 2026, including H.R. 7148 and H.R. 4147. The bills provide FY26 funding for transportation, infrastructure,
MU to present “She Kills Monsters” in February

Midland University will present “She Kills Monsters” Feb. 5-8 at Kimmel Theatre. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. from Feb. 5-7 with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, Feb. 8. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for both
NU FALLS JUST SHORT AT NO. 3 MICHIGAN

Courtesy of Husker Athletics A short-handed Nebraska men’s basketball team put together a terrific effort Tuesday night at No. 3 Michigan, but the fifth-ranked Huskers suffered their first defeat of the season with a 75-72 loss at
HUSKERS’ 2026 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE REVEALED

Courtesy of Husker Athletics The Big Ten announced its 2026 football schedule on Tuesday, providing all 18 schools with dates for their nine conference games. Nebraska will play four Big Ten home games at Memorial Stadium in
10-GAME DIAMOND DEAL NOW AVAILABLE

Courtesy of Husker Athletics 10-game Diamond Deal ticket packages are now available for Nebraska baseball fans for the 2026 season. Fans can choose 10 games from the Huskers’ 24 home games in 2026. The home schedule features
Jeremy R. Dougherty

Jeremy R. Dougherty 47 of Fremont passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, in Fremont. He was born April 19, 1978 in Mount Holly, New Jersey, to Ernie and Mary (Franke) Dougherty. Jeremy was raised in New Jersey,
Evaline M. Way

Evaline M. Way, 87, of Fremont died Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Dunklau Gardens in Fremont. Evaline was born October 10, 1938 in Oakland to Martin and Hazel ‘Bergquist’ Olson. She attended district 17 school at Swaburg