Omaha Tribe Approves Steps Toward Legalizing Marijuana

Omaha Tribal members voted in three referendums earlier this month that would give the Tribal Council authority to legalize marijuana for medicinal and recreational purposes on their reservation in northeast Nebraska.

Wild Falls To Pens

Evgeni Malkin scored two goals and picked up two assists for his first four-point game in two seasons to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday night.

SDSU Swimmers Honored

Four members of the South Dakota State University swimming and diving teams were honored with athlete of the week honors Tuesday by The Summit League.

First Flu Deaths Reported in Iowa

The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) reports two people have died from the flu.

Iowa Moving to Managed Medicaid

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad says some health care providers are trying to scare the public about the state’s transition to a privately managed Medicaid system.

Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer; Suspend Syrian Refugee Program

Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer says the Syrian refugee program should be suspended while the U.S. reviews its procedures.

Blue Ribbon Taxes Tough to Pass

The Blue Ribbon Task Force on Education is backing a plan to raise the state sales tax to increase teacher pay by seventy five million dollars.

Back to Normal May Feel Chilly

While much of the region has been enjoying a mild fall, a return to normal may be a bit of a shock.

Jacks Roll To 2-0

Four of the five Jackrabbit starters scored in double figures and one more hit the mark off the bench, as South Dakota State ran away with an 85-68 wire-to-wire win over Weber State on Monday at Frost Arena.

MVFC Elite Shine

Four teams from the Missouri Valley Football Conference remain ranked in the top 15 in both FCS national polls.