Berkshire Hathaway's profits double as shareholders gather for the annual meeting on Saturday

Berkshire Hathaway's first-quarter profit more than doubled as the value of its investments improved and most of its businesses reported higher earnings

May 2, 2026Updated: May 2, 2026
AP nullBy JOSH FUNK

Regional

City Council modifies 2026 fireworks ‘season’ 

The Sidney City Council approved an Emergency Ordinance limiting the use of fireworks for 2026 to five days.

Gordon city council declines fireworks ban amid elevated fire risk

Despite ongoing concerns about wildfire risk, fireworks will be allowed within Gordon city limits this Independence Day after the city council did not approve a temporary ban.

Hail storm hits Logan County 

Hail storm hits Logan County 

Large hail, tornado reports and damaging winds slam Nebraska Panhandle, northeast Colorado

Severe thunderstorms produced large hail, damaging winds and multiple tornado reports Monday afternoon and evening across the Nebraska Panhandle and northeast Colorado.

Gordon City Council takes no action on proposed firework ban

The sale and discharge of fireworks will be allowed within Gordon city limits for Independence Day celebrations after the city council took no action on a proposed temporary ban.

Nebraska reports first human case of West Nile virus this season

Nebraska reports first human case of West Nile virus this season