How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday 8/5/2026

Stocks held close to their records on Wall Street, while oil prices held steady

August 5, 2026Updated: August 5, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

30 Years After Graduation, Eric Wilson Takes Over as Norfolk Public Schools Superintendent

30 Years After Graduation, Eric Wilson Takes Over as Norfolk Public Schools Superintendent

Protect College Sports Act delayed in Senate, NU President Gold calls bill 'necessary'

Protect College Sports Act delayed in Senate, NU President Gold calls bill 'necessary'

AG Democratic candidate Jocelyn Brasher stops in Norfolk during campaign tour

AG Democratic candidate Jocelyn Brasher stops in Norfolk during campaign tour

Faith Health receives national recognition for stroke care

Faith Health receives national recognition for stroke care

State

Judge hears arguments in cases challenging two new Nebraska parties

City council approves solid waste agreement with Lodgepole

News Channel Nebraska wins 10 awards from Nebraska Broadcasters Association

Powerful storm causes widespread damage, power outages near Rushville and Gordon

Panhandle mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Cherry, Garden, Sheridan counties

Sports

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities