Citing plans for widespread protesting at many cities across the country over the weekend, Gov. Jim Pillen issued an emergency proclamation activating the Nebraska National Guard on Friday.

Pillen's office said the National Guard and Nebraska State Patrol troopers "will be prepared to assist in any civil disturbance," and will work in particular to secure the College World Series, ...

Gov. Jim Pillen issued an order Friday allowing the Nebraska National Guard and state law enforcement resources to respond to planned protests in Nebraska this weekend.