NU Regents approve $557 million Project Health cost increase, extend president's contract

NU Regents approve $557 million Project Health cost increase, extend president's contract

October 9, 2026Updated: October 9, 2026

By Peter Rice

NU Regents approve $557 million Project Health cost increase, extend president's contract

Regional

Suspect in UNL campus sexual assault captured in Kansas, police say

Omaha firefighter accused of child pornography possession now charged with sex trafficking

State record? Giant catch from new boat remains in the realm of lore

Records show money was available for Nebraska crossing upgrades years before fatal train crash

Woman sues Nebraska Legislature, state over sexual harassment allegations involving former Sen. Dan McKeon

Kearney boys, Lincoln Southwest girls win Heartland Athletic Conference cross country titles

State

Suspect in UNL campus sexual assault captured in Kansas, police say

Fallen airman returns home to Grand Island

Sen. Ricketts rolls out Rebuild the American Herd Plan amid reelection campaign

Humphrey Couple’s Halloween display celebrates Husker Allison Weidner’s comeback

Valentine explores options to improve water quality after two wells are shut down

Sports

Wemhoff's 31 Kills Ground Falcons in Knights Win

Amanda Schultze to step down as Northeast volleyball coach after 14 seasons

Young referee hasn’t let impairment keep him from pursuing excellence

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Mount Marty Recap, Dordt Preview

Can the Undefeated Huskers Handle Indiana?

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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