Berkshire Hathaway's new CEO Greg Abel spends a chunk of the company's massive cashpile

Berkshire Hathaway’s new CEO Greg Abel has invested $10 billion in Google’s parent company and repurchased about $4.5 billion of its shares

August 8, 2026Updated: August 8, 2026

By JOSH FUNK

Regional

Hastings Skatepark Demolition Underway

Hastings Skatepark Demolition Underway

Axtell man pleads no contest in Phelps County crash that killed three

Axtell man pleads no contest in Phelps County crash that killed three

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

Hastings Area Historically Warm and Wet This Summer

Hastings Area Historically Warm and Wet This Summer

Deshler man wins nearly $18,000 and trip on Wheel of Fortune

Deshler man wins nearly $18,000 and trip on Wheel of Fortune

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

State

Lincoln fire chief censured by national firefighters union

The Play Pantry debuts in Peetz over the weekend

Cars and Carroll rolls on after community members step in

Nebraska man killed in pickup-tractor crash in South Dakota

Axtell man pleads no contest in Phelps County crash that killed three

Wisner man arrested after high-speed motorcycle pursuit on Highway 275

Sports

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

Nebraska rolls by North Dakota 34-7, heads into conference play 3-0

Tri County withstands injuries, strong Southern effort to earn third win of 2026 season

Wayne State dominates first-ever game against Jamestown

Sidney Shuts Out Adams Central, Moves to 4-0

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April