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Last update: 8 hours agoHantavirus scrutiny in Nebraska: A federal official leading the Trump administration’s hantavirus response, Dr. Brian Christine, faced fresh backlash after reporting said his background is in penile implants and that he previously promoted Covid conspiracy claims—while he was sent to brief Americans in Nebraska about the cruise-linked outbreak. Public health reassurance: Health experts say the Andes strain’s person-to-person spread appears limited and tied to prolonged close contact, even as the U.S. keeps monitoring quarantined returnees. Oversight spotlight: Nebraska State Auditor Mike Foley says GPS data and a surge of fraud tips are exposing misuse of taxpayer-funded vehicles for personal errands. Rural pressure points: Drought and wildfire impacts continue to squeeze cattle country, with ranchers weighing whether to graze at all this year. Local governance & environment: Nebraska lawmakers wrapped a shortened 2026 session balancing a budget shortfall, while data-center critics renew calls for more transparency and resident input. What to watch: Northern lights may be visible across parts of the northern Plains this weekend.
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