Strict abortion bans fail in Nebraska and South Carolina
The South Carolina bill would have banned many pregnancies at conception, while the Nebraska bill would have done so at about six weeks.
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Judge rejects death penalty challenge for man charged in 4 Nebraska killings
Prosecutors said Jason Jones set fire to the victims' homes in an effort to help conceal his identity.
11-year-old Make-A-Wish recipient gets puppy
This 11-year-old named Elijah dreamed of having a puppy. When Make-A-Wish Nebraska granted his wish and gave him a corgi named Tucker, he couldn't contain his excitement.
Nebraska lawmaker weeks into filibuster over bill to restrict trans health care
State Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh has vowed to filibuster every bill, even ones that she supports, over the proposed legislation.
Jason Derulo tips waiter $5,000, enough to cover a semester at college
A restaurant waiter at an Omaha restaurant made a TikTok thanking Jason Derulo for giving him a $5,000 tip.
2 men killed and planned to eat a bald eagle in Nebraska, officials say
The two men shot the bald eagle with a rifle and were planning to cook and eat the bird, officials said.
Train carrying coal derails in Nebraska
A freight train derailed Tuesday in central Nebraska, with more than 30 cars loaded with coal going off the tracks. The cause of the derailment is under investigation.
Coal train derailment in Nebraska
A train derailed in Nebraska early Tuesday, according to Union Pacific Railroad. About 31 cars carrying coal derailed in Gothenburg, Nebraska, the railroad said in a statement to CBS News.
High school football star Malachi Coleman uses fame to help foster kids
Malachi Coleman "was a broken kid." Now he's using his name, image and likeness to help kids in foster care.
U.S. states are flush with cash. It's sparking "tax cut fever."
Some state officials want to eliminate their income tax entirely. But experts warn of risks from a slowing economy.
Police kill man who opened fire in Omaha Target
A man armed with an AR-15 style rifle opened fire in a Target in Omaha, Nebraska, police said. Police shot and killed him, and nobody else was injured.
Omaha police fatally shoot armed man in Target store with "people hiding"
The suspect opened fire with an AR-15-style rifle, police said, adding that no wounded people were found.
13-year-old girl leads Nebraska troopers on 100-mph chase
Both kids were taken into protective custody, authorities said. Troopers later found a firearm, marijuana and drug paraphernalia in the car.
Alfalfa sprout recall tied to salmonella outbreak expanded
A Nebraska company has expanded a recall of alfalfa sprouts after 15 cases of salmonella were linked to the food.
Ben Sasse's exit from Senate prompts GOP unease over his replacement
Outgoing Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts is expected to be appointed to the state's U.S. Senate seat being vacated by fellow Republican Ben Sasse.
Tornadoes touch down in the South as severe weather sweeps U.S.
Tornadoes in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana caused injuries and damage and left at least two people missing.
Major oil spill in rural Kansas creek shuts down Keystone pipeline
"People are sometimes not aware of the havoc that these things can wreak until the disaster happens," said Sierra Club lobbyist.
Bird flu prompts slaughter of 1.8 million chickens in Nebraska
Nebraska agriculture officials say another 1.8 million chickens must be killed after bird flu was found on a farm.
Man sentenced to death for killing Tinder date cuts throat at trial, loses appeal
In denying Trail's motions for a mistrial or new trial, the court found that Aubrey Trail's act of self-harm was "a calculating gesture."
Teen had mom's body in trunk of car when he crashed, police say
The driver refused to pull over and a chase ensued reaching speeds of more than 110 mph, the patrol said.
Occupant's phone alerts responders to car crash that killed 6 in their 20s
The car hit a tree in Lincoln, Neb. Police said an iPhone detected the impact and called responders automatically when the phone's owner didn't respond.
Drought reveals steamboat that sank in Missouri River more than 100 years ago
The North Alabama steamboat was bringing whiskey, flour and supplies to Montana when it sank in 1870.
Facebook turns over messages in abortion case
Court documents reveal Facebook turned over chat messages to authorities which led to a Nebraska mother facing abortion-related charges. CBS News’ Tanya Rivero and Lilia Luciano speak with Alexandra Reeve Givens, president and CEO of The Center for Democracy and Technology, about social media platforms cooperating with law enforcement.
4 bodies discovered in 2 house fires in Nebraska; neighbor arrested
The homes are located just three blocks apart in the town of Laurel.
Mom Brawls on Bus, Kids Watch
Police are looking for three women involved in a brutal fight that took place on a bus in Lincoln, Neb. One of the women had her two children with her. KOLN's Cassie Anderson reports on the shocking video.
Jane Doe's account of what happened at Cornell fraternity house
Trump says Europe will release "massive amount" of diesel oil from stockpiles
Gov. Hochul on Cornell: "I will not allow anyone to sweep this case under the rug"
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Employers added 29,000 jobs in September, missing economic forecasts
$1.7 million raised in scheme for Hamas, including from U.S. donors, feds say
Photo of Jane Doe shared in Snapchat group on night of alleged rape
