Andrew Donley

3 weeks ago | nebraska.tv | Andrew Donley

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts, a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, emphasized the need for American leadership in artificial intelligence during his participation in the Special Competitive Studies Project’s AI+ Expo in Washington, D.C.Speaking at a fireside chat titled “Winning the AI Race with the CCP,” Ricketts outlined his vision for maintaining the United States' competitive edge in AI innovation.

4 weeks ago | nebraska.tv | Andrew Donley

Kearney Public Schools is proud to announce that Meadowlark Elementary School has been ranked the #1 elementary school in Nebraska by SchoolDigger.com, a nationally recognized platform for school performance data and rankings. In its 2024 statewide analysis, SchoolDigger evaluated 428 public elementary schools across Nebraska using a combination of standardized test scores, student-to-teacher ratios, and per-pupil expenditures.

1 month ago | nebraska.tv | Andrew Donley

TOPICS:ChildrenBig techSocial mediaNebraskaLegislationGovernor Jim PillenLB504ParentsLINCOLN, Neb. — The Age-Appropriate Online Design Code Act, known as LB504, aiming to protect Nebraska's children from the influence of big tech and social media, is on Governor Jim Pillen's desk. The legislation, presented by Senator Carolyn Bosn on behalf of the governor, seeks to limit the impact of social media on children and empower parents with greater control over their children's online presence.

1 month ago | nebraska.tv | Andrew Donley

LINCOLN, Neb. — The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has unveiled a new webpage that consolidates its extensive array of resources, services, and programs for Nebraska communities. The Community Resources Database, developed by the university's Engagement Collaborative group and Nebraska Extension, serves as a centralized hub for Nebraskans seeking guidance on topics ranging from agriculture to technology.

1 month ago | nebraska.tv | Andrew Donley

SHERIDAN COUNTY, Neb. — A confirmed case of measles has been reported in Sheridan County, according to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The patient, an appropriately vaccinated child with no out-of-state travel history, has prompted health officials to alert the public about potential exposure.