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NET News: Amid COVID-19, Farmers Struggle Face A Mental Health Crisis
Studies have found the rates of mental illness and suicide are higher for farmers. The profession requires long hours, limited social contact and is often at the mercy of external factors such as weather and market rates.
NET News: Nebraska Sen. Ernie Chambers Compares 1960s Protests To Today
Nebraska Sen. Ernie Chambers Compares 1960s Protests To Today
NET News: Omaha listening session hears grievances against police, society
Omaha listening session hears grievances against police, society
NET News: Omaha demonstrators hear call for political action
Omaha demonstrators hear call for political action
NET News: Native American solidarity with African Americans promoted
Native American solidarity with African Americans promoted
NET News: As Meatpackers Fear Speaking Out, Their Children Step Up
Nebraska’s largest COVID-19 hotspots are meatpacking towns. Many of them have deep immigrant roots, whose communities are disproportionately impacted by the virus. But many workers have avoided speaking out about the toll of working during the pandemic fo
NET News: Unemployment Claims Down, Some Industries Drop With Reopening
Some industries have seen unemployment claims drop as the economy reopens. They include the dental and beauty industries.
NET News: “It’s Just a Weird Feeling Not Wanting Them to Come:” Nebraska C
As part of America Amplified's rural spotlight series, Megan Feeney highlights the home of Arbor Day, Nebraska City, Nebraska. In late April, it had to give up an annual celebration that has been central to the town’s cultural identity for more than a cen
NET News: Systemic racism, practical solutions among topics discussed
Systemic racism, practical solutions among topics discussed
NET News: "Hold Cops Accountable" Plan Announced in Lincoln
The plan will create a committee to hold town hall meetings about the community's thoughts on the Lincoln Police Department. The committee with not investigate police misconduct.