The Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL) announced today that there were 2,615 new regular unemployment claims filed last week, an increase of 6.6 percent over the prior week when 2,451 claims were filed. There were 1,278 new Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) claims filed last week compared to 1,135 the prior week, an increase of 12.5…… Read more »
The father of Nebraska football coach Scott Frost has died. Larry Frost died Wednesday according to a Facebook post by Larry’s oldest Son Steve. He played for legendary coach Bob Devaney during the 1960s. He graduated from Malcolm High School before playing for the Huskers. He was inducted into the Nebraska High School Sports Hall…… Read more »
University of Nebraska System President Ted Carter announced today that NU’s National Strategic Research Institute has been awarded a new five-year, $92 million contract through the U.S. Strategic Command to continue its leading research in national security and defense. This is the third contract awarded to NSRI since the system-wide institute was established in 2012…… Read more »
A somber moment of recognition with the Lincoln City Council honoring Police Officer Mario Herrera who died after being shot in the line of duty. “Where as Investigator Herrera was a loyal police officer who served countless victims, solved many crimes and protected Lincoln residents with great care, perseverance and compassion.” Councilman James Michael Bowers…… Read more »
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln builds momentum in the annual U.S. News and World Report rankings, building on strengths in national reputation, value, veteran supports and academics. Released today, the 2021 rankings place Nebraska in the top third nationally in comparisons of all public universities. Nebraska is No. 62 up two from last year. The public/private institution survey lists…… Read more »
Luis Mario Herrera, age 50 of Lincoln, died September 7, 2020, surrounded by his family, at University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. Herrera served on the Lincoln Police Department for 23 years after joining in 1997. Previously, Herrera served in the U.S. Army before moving to Lincoln in 1995 where he became a member of…… Read more »
The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) has signed a master clinical trial agreement with COVAXX, a subsidiary of United Biomedical (UBI), a recognized leader in antibody diagnostics and vaccine development. The agreement provides a framework for UNMC to conduct clinical trials, using COVAXX-created therapeutics. “We are excited to partner with COVAXX on the study…… Read more »
A class action law suit seeks damages for economic harm from the city of Lincoln’s required mask mandate. The plaintiff in the suit is Madsen’s Bowling and Billiards who’s being represented by Berry Law and Mattson Ricketts Law Firm. The defendants are Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird, Health Director Pat Lopez and Police Chief Jeff Bliemeister.…… Read more »
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s December commencement is shifting to an online celebration due to COVID-19 concerns. The decision mirrors changes made to the university’s commencement exercises in May and August. Along with the online celebration, the university is also allowing all May, August and December 2020 graduates the opportunity to participate in any future commencement…… Read more »
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) removed 73 impaired drivers from the road during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign to close out the summer driving season. “This summer driving season has been unique, but our troopers’ dedication to keeping Nebraska roads safe has been steadfast,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of…… Read more »