Lancaster County DUI Court graduate Mark VanWinkle reflects on how the program set him on the course of sobriety after years of alcoholism, and is joined by Trooper Benjamin Nguyen, who was his arresting officer and saw the impact the court mak...

In commemorating May 2024 as Problem-Solving Court Month, successful Young Adult Court participant Marisela Morales-Padilla joins us to talk about the challenging and transformative power of the program.

As we wrap up Nebraska Trial Court week for 2024, catch up with the comments from Nemaha County Clerk Magistrate Cassondra Buethe, and Nuckolls County Clerk of the District Court Royce Gonzales.

Longtime probation officers Stacy Strohmyer and Danelle Reed join the show to discuss the impact the work has on not only clients but themselves, sharing their "why" and how they find fulfillment.

James Schulte joins us to discuss how probation shaped his life as a juvenile and inspired him to continue the cycle of success by working with the youth of Nebraska.

We are joined by Janetta and Thomas Albers who share their inspirational story of overcoming addiction, despite the odds, through the transformational power of Problem-Solving Courts.

On March 15, Chief Justice Heavican proclaimed the week of March 20-24, 2023 as Trial Court Week, urging Nebraskans to celebrate the important role that local courts and their personnel play in providing access to the civil, criminal, and juven...

The Chief Justice gives the State of the Judiciary address at the invitation of the Speaker of the Legislature, Senator John Arch. Since 2008 this address has been the judiciary’s opportunity to highlight Judicial Branch priorities for the upco...

Join us as we recap Chief Justice Heavican's Summer Tour. Each year, the Chief Justice and members of the Supreme Court visit courthouses and judicial branch offices throughout the state. This year saw the culmination of all 93 counties visited...

On the heels of last week's celebration of Probation Week in Nebraska, officers Mark Wagner and Latimer Perry joined the show to discuss the power of probation in their personal lives and in the communities they serve.

This episode, Kari Rumbaugh and Lindsay Meyer join us to preview what we can expect as Nebraska joins in celebrating National Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week. They serve in the Juvenile Services division as Assistant Deputy and...

Payton Hogan, joins us to reflect on his remarks at the May 2022 Nebraska Problem-Solving Court Month proclamation ceremony.

To close Nebraska Trial Court Week, Your Nebraska Judicial Branch presents the remarks from last week's proclamation ceremony, honoring our court workers statewide

Hall County Clerk Magistrate Sara Fowler and Lancaster County Clerk of the District Court Troy Hawk join us to discuss the role of County and District Courts in Nebraska and how the dedicated staff of all courts contribute to the success of the...

Damon Strong joins us to discuss his first year leading adult probation in Douglas County. Damon has relied on his unwavering commitment and strong relationships to navigate the global pandemic and “the great resignation” in serving his communi...

Join us for an audio recording of Chief Justice Heavican's State of the Judiciary address. Delivered on 1/21/22, the address was given at the invitation of the Speaker of the Legislature, Senator Mike Hilgers. The Chief Justice uses his time wi...

Misty Flowers, Nebraska Indian Child Welfare Coalition (NICWC) Executive Director, and Jill Holt, NICWC Training and Education Director, join us to discuss the mission of their organization in education, advocac...

Melissa Koch with the Judicial Branch Peer Support Team joins us to discuss the changing conversation on mental health and support in the workplace. She brings to light how the pandemic has shaped some responses, as well as how the Peer Support...

Director of the Court Improvement Project, Deb VanDyke-Ries, joins Your Nebraska Judicial Branch to give an overview of how the Court Improvement Project advocates for the best interests of system-involved youth. Strategies involve a youth-cent...

Bob Denton joins us to discuss the various targeted services Nebraska Probation utilizes to realize the goal of safer communities statewide.

Join us for our first remote interview with Latasha Ramirez. She shares her story of the transformative power of probation, helping her reclaim a life derailed by the influence of drugs. Back on track now, she is re-engaged with her family and ...

Join us for a conversation reflecting on the successes of the JDAI strategies in Nebraska over the last 10 years, as well as looking forward to how the future will be shaped. Nebraska JDAI co-chairs, State Court Administrator Corey Steel, and S...

Join us for a discussion with Josh about his journey through Nebraska Problem-Solving Courts.

We are joined by Nebraska's Statewide Problem-Solving Courts Director Adam Jorgensen to discuss the unique role these courts play in reducing recidivism, and increasing positive outcomes.

Chief Justice Michael Heavican joins us to discuss issues of access to justice, and how courts and Judicial Branch services have remained operational during unprecedented times.