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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Nebraska declines from Q1 to Q2

By L. S. Moore | Oct 7, 2025

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Nebraska during the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $309,605, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Nebraska's Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending Sept. 20

By D. U. Schwartz | Oct 7, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Nebraska for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Sept. 13.

Fischer marks second anniversary of October 7 attack with statement and resolution support

By H. K. Huber | Oct 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) issued a statement on the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel.

Fischer and Wicker call for continued U.S. support for Indo-Pacific allies

By L. V. Floyd | Oct 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer of Nebraska and Senator Roger Wicker of Mississippi have written an opinion piece in The Wall Street Journal discussing their recent trip to the Indo-Pacific region.

Governor Pillen issues statement marking two years since Hamas attack on Israel

By L. V. Floyd | Oct 7, 2025

Governor Jim Pillen of Nebraska has issued a statement on the second anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,200 people and the taking of around 250 hostages. “This marks a day of tremendous sadness.

Gov. Pillen appoints Doug Hohbein as Nebraska state fire marshal

By H. K. Huber | Oct 7, 2025

Doug Hohbein has been named Nebraska’s new state fire marshal, according to an announcement from Governor Jim Pillen.

Senator Fischer calls for urgent solutions to support U.S. ag producers

By L. V. Floyd | Oct 6, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) spoke on the Senate floor today about the ongoing economic challenges faced by agricultural producers in Nebraska and across the United States.

Scribner man sentenced to 60 years for producing child pornography

By S. V. Serrano | Oct 5, 2025

A Scribner man, Jordan Vaughn, 34, was sentenced to 60 years in federal prison after being convicted on two counts of production of child pornography.

VA provides 691 home loans in Nebraska totaling $223.1 million in Q2

By R. M. Nelson | Oct 4, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 691 home loans totaling $223.1 million in Nebraska during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Bellevue woman receives nine-month prison sentence for embezzling school funds

By S. V. Serrano | Oct 2, 2025

Joya M. Kinney, a 45-year-old resident of Bellevue, Nebraska, was sentenced to nine months in federal prison for embezzlement from an organization that received federal benefits.

VA provides 431 home purchase loans in Nebraska in Q2

By L. S. Moore | Oct 1, 2025

There were 431 VA home purchase loans issued in Nebraska in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025, totaling $144.7 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Federal grand jury returns indictments against ten individuals across Nebraska

By S. V. Serrano | Oct 1, 2025

The federal Grand Jury for the District of Nebraska has returned nine unsealed indictments charging ten individuals with various offenses, according to an announcement from United States Attorney Lesley A. Woods.

Former Nebraska liquor control director indicted on fraud and extortion charges

By S. V. Serrano | Oct 1, 2025

The federal Grand Jury for the District of Nebraska has indicted Hobert Rupe, former Executive Director of the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission, and Brent Zywiec, a partial owner of two Lincoln clubs.

Fischer supports funding resolution to prevent government shutdown

By J. L. Mclaughlin | Sep 30, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer of Nebraska announced her support for a funding resolution that keeps the federal government operating.

Omaha man receives over eight-year sentence for transporting child pornography

By S. V. Serrano | Sep 30, 2025

Micah J. Cornell, a 27-year-old resident of Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced to 97 months in federal prison for transporting child pornography.

Senator Fischer discusses bipartisan plan to modernize federal child care program

By H. K. Huber | Sep 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) has highlighted her bipartisan Child Care Modernization Act in an op-ed published by the Lincoln Journal Star, outlining the need for improved and affordable child care solutions in Nebraska and across the country.

Senator Deb Fischer details approach to federal spending and local investment

By J. L. Mclaughlin | Sep 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) has outlined her approach to federal spending and fiscal responsibility, emphasizing a careful review of government expenditures and targeted investments in Nebraska.

VA home loan amount averages $322,937 in Nebraska for Q2

By L. S. Moore | Sep 25, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Nebraska during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025 was $322,937, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Nebraska receives $40.9 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q2

By R. M. Nelson | Sep 25, 2025

The VA issued 132 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Nebraska during the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

2025: Measles cases in Nebraska up as of week ending Sept. 13

By D. U. Schwartz | Sep 23, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Nebraska for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Sept. 6.

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