‘Public Health Thank You Day’ in Nebraska
OMAHA – Without disagreeing, during the pandemic health workers have worked in the middle of exhaustion and exasperation. The Nebraska Association of Local Health Directors identifies November 22 as Public Health Thank You Day.
Road to Omaha – Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Omaha, NE – On today’s episode of “Road to Omaha,” KVNO’s Brandon McDermott spoke with Oral Roberts head coach Ryan Folmar.
“Falletta Conducts ‘Pines of Rome'”
Omaha, NE—Omaha Symphony welcomes guest conductor Maestra JoAnn Falletta, and guest violinist, Blake Pouliot, for a performance this weekend in homage to Rome. Maestra Falletta, the only female conductor of a top 40 orchestra, will lead the orchestra in the works of Berlioz and Respighi.
Chief Justice Says Governor’s Budget Would Halt Justice Reforms
By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE -Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike Heavican said Tuesday Gov. Pete Ricketts’ proposed budget reductions would halt the progress that’s been made to reform the state’s justice system. Meanwhile, maneuvering continued on proposals affecting abortion and property taxes.
Read MorePlanned Parenthood expansion incites strong reactions statewide
By Hilary Stohs-Krause
Lincoln, NE – Almost forty years after abortion was legalized in the United States, controversy over the procedure remains relatively unchanged.
Read MoreCapitol: Lawmakers spar over women’s healthcare
By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE – The Legislature advanced a bill today designed to increase access to birth control, but only after adding an amendment that some senators say will make the bill ineffective.
Read MoreDebate over family planning turns to abortion
By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE – The Legislature began debate Monday on a proposal supporters say would help prevent unwanted pregnancies, but opponents say would help fund abortions.
Read MoreLawmakers tackle drunk drivers, tele-abortions
By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE – Changing the way drunk drivers are handled, and prohibiting telemedicine or webcam abortions, were among proposals advanced in the Nebraska Legislature Tuesday.
Read MoreAbortion bills stall
By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE – Two bills restricting abortions remain stuck in the Legislature’s Judiciary Committee. But advocates say they’re not giving up.
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