Dow rallies 1,000 as oil prices tumble more than 10% after Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz and allows crude to flow

Dow rallies 1,000 as oil prices tumble more than 10% after Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz and allows crude to flow

April 17, 2026Updated: April 17, 2026
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Two Pine Ridge Reservation Men Face Drug Charges After Alliance Traffic Stop

Two men from the Pine Ridge Reservation are facing multiple charges following a traffic stop in Alliance.

Valentine Teen Wins National Poppy Poster Contest

A 13-year-old Valentine teen has won the American Legion Auxiliary’s National Poppy Poster Contest.

Nebraska state senate term limits up for vote this election

Nebraska state senate term limits up for vote this election

Pillen and Walz Face Off on Nebraska’s Biggest Issues

Republican incumbent Jim Pillen is facing Democratic challenger Lynne Walz, a former state lawmaker from Fremont.

Bison roundup, landowner mountain lion permits discussed at Niobrara Council meeting

A recent bison roundup, a potential landowner mountain lion hunting season and the ongoing elk hunt were among the topics discussed Thursday during a Niobrara Council meeting in Valentine.

Bond reduced for Gordon man facing child sexual abuse material and enticement charges

A judge has reduced bond for a 38-year-old Gordon man facing felony charges involving child sexual abuse material and enticement.