Strong growth and inflation paints mixed picture of economy days before midterm elections

Strong consumer spending and soaring investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure were key drivers of growth in the third quarter.

October 29, 2026Updated: October 29, 2026

By Associated Press (AP)

Strong growth and inflation paints mixed picture of economy days before midterm elections

A woman pushes a shopping cart as she leaves a grocery store in Arlington Heights, Ill., Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Lincoln police, Lancaster County sheriff's patches light up Las Vegas Sphere

Lincoln police, Lancaster County sheriff's patches light up Las Vegas Sphere

Holgorsen challenging Husker running backs in second half of the season

Holgorsen challenging Husker running backs in second half of the season

Beatrice head softball coach has resigned after one season at the helm

Beatrice head softball coach has resigned after one season at the helm

Blackshirts zeroing in on fourth quarter shutouts in back half of season

Blackshirts zeroing in on fourth quarter shutouts in back half of season

State

Newman Grove residents push back against community center proposal

October 29th 2026, 12:40 AM UTC

Elm Creek community discusses housing needs, opportunities for future growth

October 29th 2026, 12:30 AM UTC

Stanton County receives $11,837 grant for new emergency response drone

October 28th 2026, 11:50 PM UTC

Emergency repairs begin on Highway 15 Platte River Bridge near Schuyler

October 28th 2026, 11:32 PM UTC

Mother of child victim takes the stand in Timothy Erks trial

October 28th 2026, 11:28 PM UTC

Lincoln police, Lancaster County sheriff's patches light up Las Vegas Sphere

October 28th 2026, 10:44 PM UTC

Sports

Coaching staffs announced for 50th Sertoma eight-man football all-star game

20 hrs 15 mins ago

Holgorsen challenging Husker running backs in second half of the season

October 28th 2026, 7:31 PM UTC

South Platte sweeps to subdistrict title in D2 District 11

October 28th 2026, 3:34 AM UTC

15th-ranked SW Minnesota State hands Wayne State their first conference loss

October 28th 2026, 2:32 AM UTC

Pierce Punishes the Pioneers to Punch Their Ticket to the District Final

October 28th 2026, 2:11 AM UTC

Blackshirts zeroing in on fourth quarter shutouts in back half of season

October 27th 2026, 10:13 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

September 25th 2026, 4:07 AM UTC

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

August 21st 2026, 7:10 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC