How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday 5/6/2026

Oil prices sank, and stock markets burst higher worldwide with hopes that a deal is nearing to allow tankers to deliver crude from the Persian Gulf again

May 6, 2026Updated: May 6, 2026
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Stars shine at district track meet as girls win title, boys place third

Stars shine at district track meet as girls win title, boys place third

UNK, UNMC celebrate opening of nation’s largest Rural Health Education Complex

UNK, UNMC celebrate opening of nation’s largest Rural Health Education Complex

Career fair focuses on art opportunities in Nebraska

Career fair focuses on art opportunities in Nebraska

Sen. Clouse discusses legislative transition, Good Life District during primary election event

Sen. Clouse discusses legislative transition, Good Life District during primary election event

Newcomer Ohri, incumbent Buschkoetter lead Kearney city council primary vote

Newcomer Ohri, incumbent Buschkoetter lead Kearney council primary vote

Ricketts secures primary victory during Kearney watch party

Ricketts secures primary victory during Kearney watch party