Press Releases

Lawsuit Reunites Schuyler Family Separated by ICE

Lorena Alarcon-Alarcon's release on bond means she will be able to take care of her family while she works through immigration proceedings. 

Bond Hearing Ordered for Detained Omaha Father

The order grants a request in a lawsuit filed on his behalf last month.

Replica Solitary Confinement Cell Installed at Capitol

The replica cell aims to raise awareness of what's happening in Nebraska’s prisons.
Issue Areas: Smart Justice

Dreamer Freed, DHS Dismisses Removal Proceedings

A Nebraska Dreamer is back home after nearly three months in the custody of immigration officials.

Detained After ICE Traffic Stop, Man Sues Seeking Release or Bond Hearing

Jorge Calderon Rivera’s lawsuit argues that immigration authorities have unlawfully detained him without the opportunity to have a bond hearing.

Cassy Ross Welcomed as Policy Director

The new role marks a return to the ACLU of Nebraska.

Judge Orders Bond Hearing for Detained Dreamer

Joel Angel-Becerril has been in Sarpy County Jail on an ICE detainer since December.

Schuyler Woman Sues ICE Seeking Bond Hearing and Release

Lorena Alarcon-Alarcon has been in the Lincoln County Detention Center on an ICE detainer since January.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights