Author Archives: Karla James

Full Judiciary Committee During Human Life Protection Act Hearing
The Legislature's Judiciary Committee was so crowded today that after one hour a break was held to shift those waiting to testify on a bill from room to room. At issue is State Senator Joni Albrecht's...
Karla James Feb 24, 2022

Nebraska Representatives React To Invasion Of Ukraine
Representatives from Nebraska have released statements regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine. U.S. Senator Deb Fischer released the following statement today: "Putin treacherously used diplomacy as a...
Karla James Feb 24, 2022

Push For Nebraska Agriculture Right-To-Repair Legislation
Nebraska lawmakers will looking at legislation that would make it easier for Nebraska farmers to repair their own equipment. Many implement manufacturers prevent farmers from accessing the software th...
Karla James Feb 24, 2022

Frozen Pipes Keeping Plumbers Busy
In this bitter cold weather, remember water expands as it freezes. That expansion puts pressure on pipes and the chances are you could wake up to no water coming from the faucet. To find out what to d...
Karla James Feb 24, 2022

Legislature's Revenue Committee Hears "Tax Modernization" Bill
The Legislature's Revenue Committee heard testimony on a bill Tuesday that would eliminate state income taxes on the first $50,000 individuals earn or $100,000 for a married couple filing their taxes ...
Karla James Feb 23, 2022

COVID-19 Risk Dial Drops, Case Numbers Falling
The COVID-19 pandemic is not over but there is progress in Lancaster County. Health Director Pat Lopez held a news conference today and announced the COVID-19 Risk Dial will move from elevated orange ...
Karla James Feb 23, 2022

Man With Outstanding Warrants Booked After Struggle With LPD
Lincoln Police were sent to the 100 block of Q Street around 4:50 p.m. Tuesday, February 22nd after receiving a report that a man with outstanding arrest warrants was at that location. Officers were o...
Karla James Feb 23, 2022

Roommate Fight Leads To One Arrest
Lincoln Police were called to a home in at 9th and F Street around 3:30 Tuesday afternoon on a report of a weapon violation. Police spoke with a 48 year old man who stated he had gotten into an argume...
Karla James Feb 23, 2022

26 Fatal Crashes On Nebraska Roads In January
Twenty-six people were killed on Nebraska roadways during the month of January. The Nebraska Department of Transportation reports that the fatalities occurred in 23 accidents. Eight of the 21 vehicle ...
Karla James Feb 22, 2022

Accusations Against Former Senator Groene Prompt Investigation
The focus on Tuesday's session in the Legislature focused on the accusations against former State Senator Mike Groene who is accused of inappropriate conduct. The former North Platte senator is accuse...
Karla James Feb 22, 2022
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