Regional Coverage

Lincoln

40.8136° N / 96.7026° W

State government, education, and community life from Nebraska's capital city.

GroundworkLincoln

Nebraska Legislature Returns With a Crowded Agenda on Water and Housing

Lawmakers face a packed session with water policy, housing affordability, and school funding all competing for priority.

GroundworkLincoln

Governor's Office Defends Budget Priorities Ahead of Session

State budget officials say targeted spending increases in workforce and infrastructure programs are sustainable, despite criticism from both parties.

Daniel Whitfield · Jul 29, 2026 · 1 min

Field & CourtLincoln

Nebraska Football Season Opens With New Contenders

A rebuilt roster and new coaching adjustments have raised expectations heading into the season opener at Memorial Stadium.

Marcus Deel · Jul 28, 2026 · 1 min

GroundworkLincoln

Lincoln City Council Debates a Sweeping Zoning Overhaul

A proposed rewrite of the city's zoning code would allow denser housing near transit corridors, drawing both support and pushback from neighborhoods.

Daniel Whitfield · Jul 27, 2026 · 1 min

The ExchangeLincoln

Lincoln's Startup Scene Finds Its Footing

A growing network of accelerators, university partnerships, and early-stage investors is giving Lincoln founders reasons to stay rather than relocate.

Maria Reyes · Jul 27, 2026 · 1 min

The ExchangeLincoln

Lincoln Agritech Startups Attract a New Wave of Investment

Companies building software and sensor technology for farmers are drawing investor attention as agriculture digitizes.

Priya Nandakumar · Jul 26, 2026 · 1 min

Well MadeLincoln

Lincoln Spas Compete on Pricing Transparency

A growing number of Lincoln spas are publishing full price lists online, betting that transparency builds more trust than discounting.

Renee Falk · Jul 25, 2026 · 1 min

After SundownLincoln

Lincoln's Haymarket District Builds a Live Music Scene

A cluster of small venues in the historic Haymarket is giving local and touring musicians more places to play.

Ingrid Solberg · Jul 23, 2026 · 1 min