In today's episode, Colin and Joe delve into the world of non-technical card counting strategies, focusing on topics like casino surveillance, countermeasures, camouflage, cover play, and legal considerations for advantage players. They discuss tactics to avoid detection, handling back-offs and trespass orders, and explore the limitations of certai…

The political makeup of the State Board of Education will continue to be an even split of Democrats and Republicans following the election this week. The board is officially non-partisan.By Nebraska Public Media

The pumpkin pie Americans enjoy each Thanksgiving often comes from pumpkins grown near Morton, Illinois. The region accounts for more than 95% of canned pumpkin in the U.S.By Nebraska Public Media

Republicans are set to retain their supermajority in the Unicameral after flipping two seats previously held by Democrats. The legislature is officially nonpartisan, but the party affiliations of senators have historically had implications on issues like abortion, gender-affirming care and Nebraska’s electoral vote allocation. For example, in May 2…

The Nebraska Department of Education will expand the state’s teacher apprenticeship program to eight colleges and 19 school districts across the state with help from $6 million in federal funding.By Nebraska Public Media

People looking to hit the casino in Lincoln can now play table games for the first time. The facility doubled in size Monday, with nearly 900 different slots, tables and kiosks available now.By Nebraska Public Media

The U.S. Senate race between Republican incumbent Senator Deb Fischer and independent industrial mechanic Dan Osborn has been all over the airwaves in Nebraska. Political attack ads have tried to align Osborn with Democrats, while some of Osborn’s own ads have drawn similarities between him and former president Donald Trump. But Osborn has remained…

In Nebraska’s First Congressional District, there’s a large fundraising gap between incumbent Republican Mike Flood and Democrat Carol Blood.By Nebraska Public Media

The Nebraska Cornhuskers are looking to become bowl eligible for the first time in seven seasons on Saturday with a home game against UCLA.By Nebraska Public Media

With less than a week before the election, Nebraska Public Media's Dale Johnson spoke with Nebraska Public Media reporter Brian Beach to learn more about how the results of state legislature races could impact the balance of power in the Unicameral in 2025.By Nebraska Public Media

The Midwest Newsroom analyzed the funders behind high-profile proposed ballot measures and the amount they’re spending. Abortion and sports betting campaigns are the leading targets for out-of-state money.By Nebraska Public Media

Day two of the trial over medical cannabis initiatives brought two witnesses to the stand. A petition circulator advocating to legalize medical marijuana testified in court that the organizer of the campaign encouraged her to sign off on petitions she had not circulated. The trial in Lancaster County District Court may determine if the medical mari…

Hundreds of Latino high school students attended the Nebraska Latino Youth Summit Thursday. The event serves as a pathway to learn about higher education and future career opportunities.By Nebraska Public Media

Nebraskans who have completed felony sentences had their voting rights restored shortly before the voter registration deadline ahead of the November election, but it wasn’t an easy path.By Nebraska Public Media

Lincoln Public Schools students participated in a mock election Wednesday to learn about democracy. Students in 4th-12th grades voted using a ballot similar to the ones adults will see next week, including presidential and senate races.By Nebraska Public Media

With less than a week before the presidential election, Nebraska Public Media's Dale Johnson sat down with Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen to talk about the final days of preparations.By Nebraska Public Media

Opening statements were heard Tuesday for the medical cannabis ballot initiative trial. It will determine whether the two ballot initiatives are valid.By Nebraska Public Media

Pheasant hunting season is underway across the state. In parts of western Nebraska, the birds haven’t recovered from drought conditions in recent years.By Nebraska Public Media