Dr. Lindsay Waechter-Mead discusses principles to remember when selecting the right needle for a vaccination or other treatment.By UNL BeefWatch

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln and basketball coach Amy Williams asked a federal court judge to dismiss a Title IX lawsuit filed by former player Ashley Scoggin. The request came in filings with the court on Friday. Scoggin filed a lawsuit claiming the university acted in violation of federal guidelines when addressing a purported sexual relati…

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Education and Human Sciences recognized students in their teaching programs for reaching the halfway point of their degrees. “Nebraska needs teachers. We want teachers. We want to honor teachers," UNL CEHS acting dean Nick Pace said. "We want to honor their work and thank them for having the heart and t…

Ryan Benjamin discusses critical dates for adequate soil moisture to be avaiable for grass growth and resources that help producers plan for the grazing season.By UNL BeefWatch

Early childhood educators, researchers and policymakers are finding ways to improve the field, starting with connecting with each other. The three groups came together at the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools Early Childhood Research Summit in Lincoln on Tuesday.By Nebraska Public Media

The University of Nebraska named Dr. Jeffrey Gold as the priority candidate for the president position. He currently serves as the provost and executive vice president for the university system, and is the University of Nebraska Medical Center chancellor. Gold is undergoing a 30-day vetting process. He spoke with Nebraska Public Media’s Jolie Peal …

The primary election for the state’s second congressional district is about three weeks away with both sides maintaining their confidence.By Nebraska Public Media

The Nebraska Legislature finished its 2024 session with some substantive policy changes, but a stalemate on property taxesBy Nebraska Public Media

Hear how educators, administrators and the Nebraska Department of Education are approaching the rise of AI use in the classroom. Minimizing opportunities for academic dishonesty while maximizing potential for positive AI improvements to class efficiency will be key in the days ahead. Grappling with how to properly identify the work of an AI text ge…

Troy Walz discusses experiences producers will have and the benefits from participating in the PracticumBy UNL BeefWatch

Gov. Jim Pillen, along with the state director of the Division of Developmental Disabilities, has announced the intention to end the state’s disabilities waiting list. The plan starts by listening to communities’ needs.By Nebraska Public Media

Gov. Jim Pillen faulted the Legislature for failing to pass his proposal to cut property taxes and vowed to call them back before January to address the issue.By Nebraska Public Media

Many people with developmental disabilities don’t need 24/7 care but momentary support. In Omaha, there’s not enough accommodating housing and infrastructure for people with developmental disabilities to live independently.By Nebraska Public Media

Dr. Eric Hunt, Agricultural Meterology Extension Educator, discusses the outlook for moisture conditions the rest of April, May and June as well as possible shift to a drier pattern for later in the summer.By UNL BeefWatch

Dr. Becky Funk and Karly Anderson from UNL discusses key things to undersand about bovine anatomy and euthanasia methods to safely and swiftly put down cattle in an emergency situation.By UNL BeefWatch

Dr. Sandy Johnson from KSU discusses research she has done looking at the potential impacts of grazing cows and heifers on wheat pasture right prior to breeding.By UNL BeefWatch

In Crete, Nebraska, a local woman is staging a sleepout to raise awareness for Youth Homelessness Matters Day. About 300 students at Crete Public Schools were identified as homeless this academic year.By Nebraska Public Media

Yappy Pack dog playgroup is a weekly play date for dogs that raises money each year for the Nebraska Humane Society. Hear from group volunteers and attendees about how Yappy Pack is making a difference for canines in Omaha.By Grant Hansen

Newly postpartum moms may be more susceptible to mental health issues stemming from glamorized motherhood content on social media, according to a recent Nebraska study.By Nebraska Public Media

The flu has been found in cows for the first time, but most cattle seem to be showing only mild symptoms and recovering from the illness. Officials say the pasteurization process means milk remains safe.By Nebraska Public Media

The U.S. has lost more than 2,800 newspapers since 2005, many of them in rural areas. Now some journalists are redoubling their efforts to provide local news and trying new models in a difficult industry.By Nebraska Public Media