Nebraska

Missing Persons April 3

Missing Wisconsin teen found more than two months after disappearance

Sophia Franklin, 16, of Wisconsin was found safe in Nebraska after two months on the run with Gary Day, who is also suspected of being the father of Franklin's child.

Crime March 21

Illegal immigrant who fled US after 2016 death of Sarah Root is extradited 'to face justice once and for all'

The alleged drunk driving killer of Sarah Root, 21, was extradited from Honduras on Friday after he fled the U.S. years ago, the Trump administration said

Nebraska December 24

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen recovering from multiple injuries after being bucked from horse: 'Good prognosis'

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen was in intensive care on Monday to treat multiple injuries suffered after he was thrown off a horse the day before. Doctors said he has a "very good prognosis."

Nebraska December 23

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen hospitalized after he was bucked off a horse

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen was injured and transported to a hospital on Sunday after he was bucked off a horse while he was riding with his family.

Media December 11

Illegal migrants in Nebraska town bringing 'stress' to schools, public safety

Fremont, Nebraska City Council member Paul Von Behren told Fox & Friends First on Wednesday the effect of illegal immigration on his community's safety and economy.

US November 21

Multi-state police pursuit of alleged kidnapper ends in fiery collision with 3 dead

Two teenagers are dead after a driver being pursued by police in Iowa for kidnapping an infant in Nebraska caused a fiery crash in Missouri, police said.

House Of Representatives Politics November 8

Moderate Republican Don Bacon projected to win re-election for Nebraska swing seat

Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon faced off against Democrat Tony Vargas in his Omaha-anchored district.

Abortion November 6

7 states vote to protect abortion rights, 3 keep restrictions in place

Abortion-related measures were on the ballot in 10 states Tuesday, with advocates claiming seven victories and three states voting to keep restrictions.

Politics November 5

Fox News Decision Desk projects Republican Deb Fischer holds Senate seat despite independent challenge

The Fox News Decision Desk projected that Fischer would hold onto her Senate seat in Nebraska, despite the challenge from independent candidate Dan Osborn.

Politics November 4

Schumer suggests Nebraska independent candidate would caucus with Democrats

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., referred to an independent candidate in Nebraska's race as a pickup opportunity for Democrats to potentially keep their majority.

VIDEO November 4

Schumer refers to Nebraska Independent as potential Democrat Senate gain as Obsorn faces dark money scrutiny

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., referred to an independent candidate in Nebraska's race as a pick-up opportunity for Democrats to potentially keep their majority.

Elections November 4

Alaska, Iowa, Montana, 7 other states end early in-person voting on Monday

Ten states – Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Indiana, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Rhode Island and Wyoming – in the U.S. are wrapping up their early in-person voting periods on Monday.

Opinion November 2

I'm Dan Osborn: This is why I want Nebraska's vote for Senate

I’m not on the ballot thanks to a political party – I’m on the ballot thanks to the people of my state. Nebraskans from all 93 counties signed petitions so that I could run for Senate.

Power Rankings October 29

Fox News Power Rankings: Arizona is Trump's to lose, but this election is anyone's to win

The final Fox News Power Rankings for the 2024 presidential election makes changes to all four major race categories.

Opinion October 29

I'm Deb Fischer: This is why I want Nebraska's vote for Senate

When I first ran for Senate, I promised that I wouldn’t be another talking head on TV. I put my head down and did the work. And I can honestly say I’ve delivered for Nebraska.

Senate October 28

Republican incumbents Cruz, Fischer hold narrow leads in Texas, Nebraska Senate races: polls

Republican incumbents Ted Cruz and Deb Fischer hold narrow leads over their Democrat and independent challengers in Senate races in Texas and Nebraska.

POLITICS October 22

McConnell, GOP descend on Nebraska to save Deb Fischer's endangered Senate seat

Republicans are quickly getting involved in the Nebraska Senate race to save Sen. Deb Fischer from an upset against opponent Dan Osborn.

POLITICS October 21

Pennsylvania Senate race labeled 'toss up' in last-minute shift by top handicapper

The Cook Political Report made two Senate race shifts with about two weeks until Election Day.

ELECTIONS October 17

Nebraska high court restores voting right for thousands of convicted felons

The court's unanimous decision restores the right to vote for residents with felony criminal records upon completion of their sentence, impacting thousands.

POLITICS October 5

Soros-linked dark money group props up Nebraska independent candidate in key Senate race

An independent candidate in Nebraska's Senate race has managed to make the election more competitive, with millions of outside money being poured into the state on his behalf.

ELECTIONS September 30

Early voting begins in Nebraska and Washington, DC

Nebraska and the nation's capital began early voting on Monday as the majority of the country has now started gearing up for the 2024 election.

POLITICS September 27

Harris-Trump showdown: New poll indicates who has edge in battle for crucial electoral vote

A new poll in the race for a crucial electoral vote that could potentially determine whether Vice President Kamala Harris or former President Trump wins the 2024 White House race shows Harris ahead.

Nebraska September 23

Nebraska GOP senator opposes Electoral College change that may have helped Trump win re-election

A key Nebraska lawmaker said Monday that he opposes any changes to how electoral votes are disbursed during an election, jeopardizing Republican plans to lock down votes.

POLITICS September 18

Dozens of states urge EPA to deny California waiver making out-of-state trucks comply with electric mandate

California is seeking a waiver to enact its stringent electric big rig standards, which affect other states' trucking companies that do business or travel in the Golden State.

Nebraska September 14

Nebraska Supreme Court sets up abortion showdown on Election Day with competing ballot measures

Nebraska voters will decide the future of abortion in their state on election day, with two ballot measures that would either enshrine or reject the practice.

Nebraska September 13

Nebraska man who posed as high schooler and committed sex crimes is described as 'predator of the worst kind'

Zachary Scheich has been sentenced to 85 to 120 years in prison after committing sexual assaults while posing as 17-year-old high school student Zak Hess.

Nebraska September 10

How a lone Nebraska district could decide the presidential election

Nebraska's Second Congressional District is one of the ultimate swing districts in the country, and this year, it could play and outsized role in choosing the next president.

Tim Walz September 4

Tim Walz family members pose in T-shirts declaring their presidential preference: 'Walz's for Trump'

Relatives of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are showing support for former President Trump, as evidenced by a photo circulating online.

LIFESTYLE August 19

Farmers 'brutalized' as costs 'go through the roof' in last days of Biden's America

Virginia farmer John Boyd says America was "built on the backs of farmers." But under Biden, input costs are soaring as crop prices plummet. "The math isn’t working," he told Fox News Digital.

Tim Walz August 17

Walz makes pitch to Republican, Libertarian voters during Nebraska rally

Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, courted Republican and Libertarian voters in Nebraska Saturday while speaking to supporters in Omaha.