How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday 11/4/2026

U.S. stocks soared after President Donald Trump’s party lost its sole control of Washington in the midterm elections

November 4, 2026Updated: November 4, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

Representative Adrian Smith Earns 11th Term in Congress

Representative Adrian Smith Earns 11th Term in Congress

Sidney elects new members of school board, city council

Sidney elects new members of school board, city council

Cheyenne County Early Voting Results

Cheyenne County Early Voting Results

90th Missile Wing mourns loss of Security Forces Airman

90th Missile Wing mourns loss of Security Forces Airman

State

Northeast Community College Board of Directors election results

Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District election results

Representative Adrian Smith Earns 11th Term in Congress

Denise Powell makes history with win in Nebraska’s 2nd District

Rep. Don Bacon says Trump’s low favorability, tariffs are making midterms tougher for Republicans

Douglas County reports smooth Election Day, slight shift toward in-person early voting

Sports

Husker offense looking for quick turnaround, on short week

Rhule backs coaching staff, despite three game losing steak

Strong offensive showing helps Huskers dominate Le Moyne in season opener

Forgy sets record in Wayne State blowout

Despite multiple season highs on offense, Doane can’t keep pace with quick-strike Concordia

Emphatic EMF coasts past Elmwood-Murdock in first round of 2026 football postseason

Ag & Outdoor

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

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

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