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The latest test score data shows a continued decline in reading proficiency among Nebraska students post-pandemic, mirroring ...

The test, also known as the Nation’s Report Card, is administered to fourth and eighth grade students across the nation every few years, and assesses students’ proficiency in both math and reading ...

The first question to Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg on Wednesday in Lincoln, Neb., was about Illinois. Specifically the challenges the Illini might present in Thursday's game at Pin ...

President Donald Trump’s call to possibly eliminate the Federal Emergency Management Agency has Nebraska officials waiting ...

Mostly cloudy skies and cooler with scattered showers possible throughout the day. The best chance for rain will be late this ...

LB616 calls for automatic license plate readers at red lights. Violators would either pay a fee or take a free driver’s ...

While Mississippi did not make any major waves in math or reading in 2024 compared to 2022, scores in some categories did improve.

This is National School Choice Week, a reminder of the value of empowering parents to choose a school that meets their ...

Purdue will aim to break its three-game home slide when the Boilermakers host Nebraska. Thursday's matchup is the first of the season between the squads.

Nebraska will try to end its six-game slide when the Cornhuskers take on No. 18 Illinois. Thursday's matchup is the first this season between the squads.

The Thursday college basketball schedule includes three games with a ranked team in play. Among those games is the Illinois ...