"Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo cannot survive in office," writes The News' Editorial Board.
Last Sunday, Tulsa World reporter Corey Jones showed that 18 people died in 15 OHP pursuits in the past five years, but that none of the chased drivers were suspected of violent crimes when the pursuit began, the editorial says.
As the days go by and we are still observing the Directed Health Measures in District 30, it is easy to let your guard down and get complacent. The announcement of the loosening of some restrictions in the near future is welcome news.
All involved parties are on notice: Major deliberations on the future of the Bills’ stadium are coming
In the winter months, snow and ice can be a detriment to most anything we do outdoors. Ice on sidewalks and driveways can cause people to fall and injure themselves. De-icing salts are used to melt the ice and help give people and vehicles the traction they need to move forward and not fall.…
There is no place like Nebraska, and my family has been fortunate to call it home for six generations. The experience of living in a rural area is something not found anywhere else. The wide open spaces, unmatched work ethic, and life-long friendships make our small towns unique. This isn’t …
Rather than being at the Capitol this week, I have been able to spend a little more time at the farm with my family. It comes as a welcome break after the 12-14 hour days of the session - even though farming usually means even longer days!
In the winter months, snow and ice can be a detriment to most anything we do outdoors. Ice on sidewalks and driveways can cause people to fall and injure themselves. De-icing salts are used to melt the ice and help give people and vehicles the traction they need to move forward and not fall.…
The Law of Unintended Consequences and its corollary, “No good deed shall go unpunished,” may have never been more evident than in the aftermath of Carson King’s request for beer money.
There is no place like Nebraska, and my family has been fortunate to call it home for six generations. The experience of living in a rural area is something not found anywhere else. The wide open spaces, unmatched work ethic, and life-long friendships make our small towns unique. This isn’t …
Rather than being at the Capitol this week, I have been able to spend a little more time at the farm with my family. It comes as a welcome break after the 12-14 hour days of the session - even though farming usually means even longer days!
Fear of retaliation and distrust broke the 2019 Legislature.
Tax reform in Nebraska. Has the improbable become impossible?
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