Nebraska budget hole grows to over $1 billion, with 5 months before next legislative session

State lawmakers on track to fill two separate budget deficits when they reconvene in 2027

July 22, 2026Updated: July 22, 2026

By Nebraska Examiner

Nebraska budget hole grows to over $1 billion, with 5 months before next legislative session

The Nebraska State Capitol. (Cindy Gonzalez/Nebraska Examiner)

Regional

NCA Volleyball All-Star game set to highlight the best high school volleyball in Nebraska

Omaha-based Scoular to pay more than $10 million in foreign bribery case

Judge blocks Lincoln minimum wage ordinance during state's lawsuit

Omaha man accused in White House UFC event plot extradited to Ohio

Warren Buffett explains why his kids, not the Gates Foundation, will now give away all his fortune

Trump administration orders ICE to suspend most vehicle stops after 2 deadly shootings

State

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Northeast Colorado

University of Nebraska Omaha students look to improve Valentine parks

Jury shown body-cam footage and 911 call in Ruskamp murder trial

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Sports

UNK athletes and Nebraska natives competing at USA Track and Field National Championships

Basketball all-stars balance competitive edge with fun, ahead of NCA Basketball Senior Showcase

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Hastings College Gears Up for Inaugural Women's Flag Football Season

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April