Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Rep. Mike Flood says Congress should study AI before taking action

September 19, 2026Updated: September 19, 2026

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Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Pages from the Anthropic website and the company’s logos are displayed on a computer screen in New York, Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Patrick Sison, File)

Regional

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

Deshler man wins nearly $18,000 and trip on Wheel of Fortune

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

City to update downtown traffic signals

Ten Hastings-Area Students Selected as Sister City Ambassadors to Japan

Sexual assault charges dismissed against former Kearney YRTC staff member

State

Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Regional

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

Deshler man wins nearly $18,000 and trip on Wheel of Fortune

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

City to update downtown traffic signals

Ten Hastings-Area Students Selected as Sister City Ambassadors to Japan

Sexual assault charges dismissed against former Kearney YRTC staff member

State

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

UNL unveils new Louise Pound sculpture honoring her academic and athletic legacy

Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Pink postcard taxpayers ask where's the tax relief?

Warren Buffett gives up chairman title at Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of his succession plan

Visit Nebraska leader touts tourism impact, Buffalo County growth

Sports

Holgorsen challenging Nyziah Hunter in practice

Big Red Roll: Reviewing the Bowling Green Rout & Previewing Week 3 Nebraska Football NOW

Shorthanded at middle blocker, top-ranked Huskers sweep Jays in I-80 rivalry

CBS College Basketball Analyst Jon Rothsten delivers on happy hour promise

Lady Raiders Sweep Home Triangular

Bluejays Bury Bravettes in a Sweep

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April