Explore

AP News AP News
Nebraska Democrats clash in US House primary for the state's 'blue dot' district

Nebraska Democrats clash in US House primary for the state's 'blue dot' district

The fate of Nebraska’s “blue dot” will play prominently as Democratic voters select a congressional nominee in the state’s 2nd District
Reuters Reuters
Democrats battle for open Omaha House seat as Republicans aim to hold majority

Democrats battle for open Omaha House seat as Republicans aim to hold majority

By Nolan D. McCaskill WASHINGTON, May 12 (Reuters) - Voters in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District head to the polls on Tuesday to select their nominees to replace outgoing Republican Representative Don Bacon.
AP News AP News
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Nebraska's primaries

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Nebraska's primaries

Nebraska voters will choose nominees for a full slate of contests ranging from governor to state Legislature and local offices
Rapid Read Rapid Read
Nebraska's 2nd District Primary Election Sees Competitive Race

Nebraska's 2nd District Primary Election Sees Competitive Race

In Nebraska's 2nd District, the primary elections are underway to determine the candidates for the upcoming general election. The district, currently held by Republican Don Bacon, is considered highly competitive. Bacon is not seeking reelection, leaving the seat open for new contenders. Omaha City Council member Brinker Harding is running unopposed in the Republican primary, while the Democratic primary features a contest between state Sen. John Cavanaugh and political activist Denise Powell, who has been endorsed by Emily's List. The outcome of these primaries will set the stage for a closely watched general election in November.
AP News AP News
Passengers from virus-stricken cruise ship fly to home countries for monitoring

Passengers from virus-stricken cruise ship fly to home countries for monitoring

A French woman and an American have tested positive for the hantavirus as nations around the world repatriated passengers from a cruise ship hit by an outbreak and quarantine or isolate them
Rapid Read Rapid Read
New Yorkers Among Passengers Monitored After Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship

New Yorkers Among Passengers Monitored After Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship

Three New Yorkers are among 17 Americans who have returned to the U.S. after being aboard a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak. The passengers are under a 42-day monitoring period in Nebraska and Atlanta. The hantavirus, a rare rodent-borne illness, has been associated with three deaths, but health officials emphasize that the risk to the general public is low. The virus typically spreads through inhalation of contaminated rodent droppings, but the current outbreak involves the Andes virus, which may spread between people in rare cases.
Rapid Read Rapid Read
New York Governor Hochul Addresses Evacuation of Americans from Hantavirus Cruise Ship

New York Governor Hochul Addresses Evacuation of Americans from Hantavirus Cruise Ship

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that three New Yorkers are among 17 American passengers evacuated from a cruise ship affected by hantavirus. The passengers, including individuals from New York City, Orange County, and Westchester County, were brought back to the United States for evaluation and quarantine at the National Quarantine Unit at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. Two of the Americans have tested positive for the virus, with one showing symptoms. The passengers will undergo a 42-day monitoring period, during which they can choose to stay in Nebraska or return home for further accommodations. Hochul emphasized the importance of preparedness, given New York's dense population, while downplaying the likelihood of a COVID-19-like pandemic.
AP News AP News
Push for South Carolina to join congressional redistricting battle fails as Republicans question map

Push for South Carolina to join congressional redistricting battle fails as Republicans question map

The Republican push for South Carolina to join the national redistricting battle has fizzled after an initial vote in the state Senate fell short
Reuters Reuters
How Republicans are winning the war over US congressional redistricting, state by state

How Republicans are winning the war over US congressional redistricting, state by state

By Joseph Ax May 11 (Reuters) - Several Republican-led states across the South are rushing to redraw their congressional maps ahead of November's midterm elections in a bid to help save their party's narrow majority in the U.S.
Rapid Read Rapid Read
USDA Offers Loan Assistance to Drought-Affected Farmers in Nebraska Counties

USDA Offers Loan Assistance to Drought-Affected Farmers in Nebraska Counties

The United States Department of Agriculture's Farm Service Agency (FSA) has announced loan assistance for farmers in Nebraska counties affected by drought. Governor Jim Pillen revealed that the disaster declaration covers three primary counties, including Keya Paha and Rock, and extends to ten contiguous counties such as Boyd, Brown, and Holt. Farmers in these areas have an eight-month window from the date of the disaster declaration to apply for the assistance. Local FSA offices are available to provide additional information to those impacted.
Rapid Read Rapid Read
U.S. to Evacuate Americans from Hantavirus-Affected Cruise Ship for Quarantine

U.S. to Evacuate Americans from Hantavirus-Affected Cruise Ship for Quarantine

The U.S. government is preparing to evacuate American passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship, which is linked to a hantavirus outbreak. The passengers will be transported to a military base in Nebraska for quarantine and monitoring. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stated that the risk to the American public is extremely low. President Trump has assured that the situation is under control, emphasizing the virus's low transmissibility compared to COVID-19.
1Weather 1Weather
USDA Offers Loan Assistance to Nebraska Farmers Affected by Drought

USDA Offers Loan Assistance to Nebraska Farmers Affected by Drought

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced loan assistance for farmers in Nebraska counties impacted by ongoing drought conditions. According to Governor Jim Pillen, the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) has issued a disaster declaration covering three primary counties—Keya Paha, Rock, and Holt—and ten contiguous counties, including Boyd and Brown. Farmers in these areas are eligible to apply for financial aid to mitigate the effects of the drought. Applications must be submitted within eight months from the date of the disaster declaration. Local FSA offices are available to provide further details and guidance to affected farmers.