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

By The Associated Press

Regional

Davies named ‘priority candidate’ for permanent UNMC chancellor

Blue dot gamble? Dem insiders weigh chance that winning Congress could lose Legislature

Ted Turner’s death raises questions about Nebraska land tax promise

Nebraska businesses urged to file for tariff refunds now

Sheriff weighs in on ‘Cookie Monster’ case, points to repeat offenses

Huskers headed to $1M volleyball showcase in Dallas

State

Sen. Ricketts weighs in on Farm Bill while back in Nebraska

Ted Turner’s death raises questions about Nebraska land tax promise

Simple tips to handle severe bleeding in an emergency

State of Nebraska exempts disabled veterans from motor vehicle taxes

Aging Joyfully Expo features first-ever senior style show

Sports

Morgan Haupt wins Big Boy Big Wheel Race for second straight year

Sidney names Gabe Dorcey as head boys basketball coach

WNCC softball sweeps North Platte

WNCC baseball drops doubleheader NJC on Friday

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Spring Review

Ag & Outdoor

Powell wins 56th Cornhusker Trap Shoot

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project