Douglas County Court Judge Thomas Harmon received the Distinguished Service Award at the Nebraska State Bar Foundation’s 37th Annual Fellows Dinner, recognizing his contributions to the legal community. Harmon has served as the regional coordinator for the Bar Foundation’s Judge Lyle Strom High...

Nebraska Chief Justice Jeffrey Funke will sign a proclamation recognizing Nebraska Problem-Solving Court Month during a ceremony in the Supreme Court courtroom at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. While May is nationally recognized as Drug Court Month, Nebraska’s diverse problem-solving court...

Hall County Reentry Court celebrated the graduation of Rosangelica at the Hall County District Court in Grand Island on March 13, 2025. Judge Andrew Butler presided over the ceremony. The ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive behavioral health treatment, intensive...

Nebraska’s trial court staff were recognized for their dedication to public service during Nebraska Trial Court Week, celebrated March 17-21, 2025. The weeklong tribute acknowledges these professionals' essential role in ensuring the fair and efficient administration of justice. “During this week...

Nebraska Chief Justice Jeffrey Funke welcomed journalists from the state’s major news outlets to a roundtable discussion on Judicial Branch administration and appellate courts. The event occurred at the Nebraska State Library, ensuring easy access for statehouse news reporters. The intent of the...

Open dialogue was the focus of the Bench Media Brown-Bag Lunch on Monday, March 3, 2025, as judges and journalists convened in Judge Leigh Ann Retelsdorf’s courtroom at the Douglas County Courthouse. Hosted by Judges Retelsdorf and Stephanie Hansen of Omaha, along with Judges Todd Hutton and George...

At the Nebraska State Bar Foundation’s annual Fellows Dinner March 8, 2025, three judges and the appellate court clerk were recognized as the newest Foundation Fellows of the Class of 2024. Recently appointed Supreme Court Justice Jason Bergevin, County Court Judges Frank Barron and Kale Burdick...

Central Nebraska Veterans Treatment Court celebrated the graduation of four veterans on March 12, 2025, in Grand Island. The ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive mental health treatment, intensive community supervision, and full accountability. Veterans Treatment...

Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court proudly celebrated the graduation of David, Tifani, and Melissa at the Madison County Courthouse on March 8, 2025. The Honorable James Kube presided over the ceremony, which marked the successful completion of an intensive program involving comprehensive...

Awarded to: Lindsay McGraw, Probation Supervisor District #4A Probation McGraw excels in her role, demonstrating outstanding patience and understanding as she trains and guides emerging probation officers. She builds solid relationships with her trainees, listening and providing honest and direct...