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NET News: Dicamba Rulings Raise Questions About Herbicides In The U.S.
A federal court in California recently banned three popular dicamba herbicides. The ruling was a massive win for several environmental groups, while many farm groups criticized the decision and its arrival in the middle of spraying season. But the decisio
NET News: Arrest in Lincoln will not deter Black Lives Matter protester
Dominique Liu-Sang describes events that led to her arrest during the May 31, 2020 protest at the Lin-Lancaster Hall of justice
NET News: Ed Leaders Pledge To Work On Racial Equity In Schools
Education leaders from across the state discussed racism and lack of diversity in public and private education during a virtual rally Tuesday night. The Nebraska State Education Association sponsored the rally, titled “Equity Starts with Education.” Repre
NET News: Test Nebraska Is Doing Half The Number Of Tests Estimated
As the coronavirus pandemic worsens in some parts of the country, new cases in Nebraska continue to decline. But the state is far from meeting its goal of 3,000 COVID-19 tests per day.
NET News: BLM Protest Planned For West Omaha: "We Matter Wherever We Are"
A planned march and protest in West Omaha on Saturday aims to broaden the Black Lives Matter movement and keep its message in the public awareness.
NET News: UNL African American Studies Faculty Balance Teaching, Activism
African and African American Studies faculty speak about their work for Black Lives Matter and as teachers. They tell the toll the work can take, and why COVID-19 is making it harder.
NET News: Counties can't require people to wear masks if want CARES funds
Counties can't require people to wear masks if they want CARES Act funding
NET News: Rival candidates call for Janicek to step down
Rival candidates call for Janicek to step down in favor of Shelton
NET News: Douglas County Board of Health: Racism a "Public Health Crisis"
Douglas County Board of Health: Racism a "Public Health Crisis"