In his 30-minute address, Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Jeffrey Funke spoke of the judicial branch's accomplishments and sought collaboration with the Legislature to make the courts easier to a

Months after voters repealed a program that appropriated $10 million per year for scholarships to private and faith-based schools, multiple Nebraska lawmakers introduced bills in hopes of reviving it.

Based on studies shared with the legislature on Monday, the average Nebraska teacher spends about $860 of their own money per year on school supplies.

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Several senators are gathering Tuesday to announce new legislation over school choice in Nebraska. In the conference, State Sens. Rob Dover, Ben Hansen, Beau Ballard, Tony Sorrentino, and Bob Anderson will talk about the bills introduced this legislative session.

Right now, Nebraska law says a juvenile can be charged as an adult for a violent crime if they are between the ages of 14-18. This new bill, if passed, would lower that age to 12. LB 556 was officially introduced by Sen. Merv Riepe of Ralston on Wednesday at the request of Gov. Jim Pillen.

Fifty-seven percent of Nebraskans voted to do away with the law that funded scholarships to be used for private schools. Supporters argued it was the right thing to do for students who want to go to a private school but can't afford to.

A statehouse veteran, Scott Danigole, has been tapped to lead the agency that enforces political campaign finance laws and lobbying statutes. Danigole, 58, was selected as the next executive director of the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission on a 6-0 vote at the Commission’s meeting on Friday.

Arguments for whether Nebraska lawmakers should change the threshold needed to end debate and shut off a filibuster, possibly aiding conservative priorities, appear more centered on rural and urban interests than partisan goals.

"It is essential that the judicial branch receive adequate funding for the next biennium to sustain the progress we have made," Chief Justice Jeffrey Funke said.

Nearly one dozen lawmakers unveiled a slate of legislation to help Nebraska’s working families and workforce development.

For the second time in less than two years, the state agency charged with enforcing Nebraska's campaign finance disclosure laws has tabbed its next executive director.

Advocates and opponents of school choice in Nebraska are gearing up for a legislative session featuring efforts to revive the policies.