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Nebraska state senator says schools could be using critical mapping this year
LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) – Critical Response Group was founded by military special operations veterans.
It provides aerial and gridded overlay mapping for school districts across the country to use during emergency situations.
“We basically took how we map and communicate overseas during counter-terrorism raids, and we took that technique and we started to adopt it and adapt it for schools,” chief operating officer Alex Carney said.
He said during the Uvalde and Sandy Hook shootings, the floorplans were either inaccessible or inaccurate, leading to what he called poor decisions by law enforcement.
On top of providing these maps to school districts, they also work with agencies to familiarize personnel with using them.
The Nebraska Legislature passed a bill this spring opening the doors for school districts to buy mapping services such as these. It also provides state grants to help districts pay for them.
“The school board has to then decide if this is what they want, and then put it up for bid,” said State Sen. Ben Hansen of Blair. “Then they can make a decision on who they best see fit.”
Hansen, who proposed the original bill, told 6 News he doesn’t know the specific date on when funds will be ready for distribution, but some school districts could begin using these services as soon as this year.
Hansen added that with the funding the state did allocate for this, some school districts can get the ball rolling, and lawmakers can see what districts think about it. Then, they may bring an amendment next year to raise the funding.
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LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Four former Nebraska men’s basketball players are set to take part in the 2026 NBA League in Las Vegas.
The players include:
- Rienk Mast of the Indiana Pacers
- Sam Hoiberg of the Phoenix Suns
- Josiah Allick of the Charlotte Hornets
- Brice Williams of the Detroit Pistons
According to Nebraska Athletics, it is the second straight summer that Nebraska has had four summer league participants.
Each team will play at least five games, including four preliminary contests from July 9 to July16.
The semifinals are set for July 18 on Prime Video, while the championship game will air July 19 on ESPN.
Teams not advancing to the semifinals will play a fifth game between July 17 to July 19.
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A Nebraska quarterback commit is making headlines heading into his senior season. Five-star prospect Trae Taylor has been named by Rivals as one of the ‘five high school football transfers that will make a big impact this 2026 season.’
Taylor heads into 2026 after a strong 2025 season at Carmel Catholic (IL). In 11 games, he threw 3,571 yards, 38 touchdowns, and three interceptions. He also ran 77 times for 633 yards and 12 touchdowns.
The five-star quarterback is transferring to Millard South (NE) this offseason and will join a team that went 12-1 this past season and won back-to-back Class A State championships. He is taking over as the starting quarterback, replacing Jett Thomalla, who signed with Alabama.
Rivals Director of Scouting and Rankings Charles Power writes that the transfer quarterback is well-rounded and one of the stronger arms in the 2027 cycle. He also believes that the development he has shown this late in his career should be seen as a positive.
“Brings a combination of high-end arm talent and refinement to the table. Has a whippy release that uncoils quickly to generate fast arm action. Added arm strength in the off-season prior to his senior year. Can drive the football to all areas of the field with palpable zip. Rips throws out to the far hash and up the seam. Throws a tight spiral that cuts through the wind. Has proven to be accurate in multiple settings. Hyper-trained and plays with a good level of consistency as a passer.”
Taylor is also the first Cornhusker commit to ever hold the title of Elite 11 MVP. He was named the Most Valuable Player at the conclusion of The Opening Finals at Nike’s World Headquarters last month.
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