CU alumnus to lead archdiocese: Pope appoints James R. Golka Denver’s new archbishop

Grand Island native and Colorado Springs bishop steps into new role. Next month, a new archbishop of Denver will be installed — he’s a Creighton University graduate and a Nebraska native.  The Holy See announced earlier this month that Pope Leo XIV accepted the retirement request of the Rev. Samuel J. Aquila, Denver’s current archbishop, and his successor will be the Rev. James R. Golka, who is currently the bishop of the […]

Turning Point moves into schools: Gov. Pillen announces “Club America” chapters statewide

Nebraska is partnering with conservative organization Turning Point USA to sponsor a chapter of Club America in every high school in the state. This was announced by Governor Jim Pillen on Feb. 10 at the governor’s mansion.   Pillen was joined with students from colleges across the state, including Emma Smith, a senior at Creighton University and the president […]

Nebraska reduces pay rate for youth

On Thursday, Feb. 5, the minimum wage for workers aged 14 to 15 was lowered from $15 an hour to $13.50 following the passage of Legislative Bill 258 by the Nebraska Legislature, according to Nebraska Public Media. Workers ages 16 to 19 can continue to earn a reduced minimum wage during a 90-day training period.  […]

CU earns national honors: U.S. News & World Report places Creighton in top 50

Creighton University earned national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, placing No. 117 among national universities and receiving top placements for undergraduate teaching, research and first-year experiences.  The University ranked No. 39 for Best Undergraduate Teaching, No. 33 for First-Year Experiences and No. 44 for Undergraduate Research and Creative Projects. Creighton was also […]