Governor not criminally implicated in no-bid contract investigation

The Nebraska Attorney General’s office says a Lincoln Police investigation into Gov. Jim Pillen’s role in awarding a no-bid contract found no criminal wrongdoing involving the governor's office.

October 30, 2026Updated: October 30, 2026

By Michael Shively

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Regional

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Former Douglas County deputy accused of creating AI nude images of coworkers, minors arrested

Lincoln police, Lancaster County sheriff's patches light up Las Vegas Sphere

Lincoln Sports Foundation Campus cuts ribbon on four new volleyball courts

Nebraska seeks federal disaster assistance after flooding, Douglas County loans approved

Harvest Help app connects farmers with seasonal workers amid labor shortage

State

Kearney entrepreneurs pitch big ideas for share of $8,500

Valentine restaurant plans to close Dec. 31

Gordon City Council faces second vacancy in weeks

Governor not criminally implicated in no-bid contract investigation

Strong growth and inflation paints mixed picture of economy days before midterm elections

Sports

Report: Quarterback Anthony Colandrea re-signs with Huskers

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Briar Cliff Recap, Concordia Preview

Coaching staffs announced for 50th Sertoma eight-man football all-star game

Holgorsen challenging Husker running backs in second half of the season

South Platte sweeps to subdistrict title in D2 District 11

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