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Business

US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on

US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on

  • Juveria Tabassum, Neil J Kanatt and Akriti Shah Reuters

Analysts and experts have warned that even if the Iran war were to end soon, prices will remain high well into the second half of the year.

Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

  • Heather Schlitz, Tom Polansek and Cassandra Garrison Reuters

Experts said an outbreak could cause $1.8 billion in damage to Texas' economy and likely would raise beef prices by shrinking cattle supply.

Jill On Money: Ask Jill

Jill On Money: Ask Jill

  • Jill Schlesinger

Time for another Q&A column! If you have a question, send an email to: askjill@jillonmoney.com.

Terry Savage: Parent Plus SOS

Terry Savage: Parent Plus SOS

  • Terry Savage, Tribune Content Agency

The deadline is July 1, after which reduced payment options disappear because of provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025.. If you miss the July 1 deadline, you will be forced into a standard 10- year repayment plan with high monthly costs instead of affordable income-based payme…

Your store might be spying on you. Is it worth it for a discount?

Your store might be spying on you. Is it worth it for a discount?

  • Betty Lin-Fisher USA Today

Is your store spying on you in order to change the price of what you might buy?

Terry Savage: Home piggy bank

Terry Savage: Home piggy bank

  • Terry Savage, Tribune Content Agency

For generations of Americans, the family home has been the largest investment they will ever make. And in most cases, it has given a tremendous financial return over the years. The family home is a pool of capital that many seniors count on for financial support as they move into their retir…

Jill On Money: Is the economy good or bad?

Jill On Money: Is the economy good or bad?

  • Jill Schlesinger

Economists, analysts, and financial journalists have been wrestling with the paradox of the U.S. economy. We are living at a time of historically low confidence, high gas prices, soaring corporate earnings — and by extension, a rising stock market, and a labor market that seems to be holding…

Texas Has the Eighth-Best State Economy in 2026

    Texas has the Eighth-strongest state economy, according to a new WalletHub report. The report compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 28 metrics, ranging from GDP growth and the unemployment rate to startup activity and the share of jobs in high-tech industries.

    Terry Savage: Parent Plus SOS

    Terry Savage: Parent Plus SOS

      The deadline is July 1, after which reduced payment options disappear because of provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025.. If you miss the July 1 deadline, you will be forced into a standard 10- year repayment plan with high monthly costs instead of affordable income-based payments. According to Rae Kaplan of FinancialRelief.com, a law firm...

      Best & Worst State Economies (2026)

        U.S. economic growth depends heavily on the performance of individual states, and some contribute more than others. For example, California, Texas, New York and Florida have economies so large that if they were countries, they would rank in the

        top 20

        in the world.

        Your store might be spying on you. Is it worth it for a discount?

        Your store might be spying on you. Is it worth it for a discount?

          Is your store spying on you in order to change the price of what you might buy?

          Terry Savage: Home piggy bank

          Terry Savage: Home piggy bank

            For generations of Americans, the family home has been the largest investment they will ever make. And in most cases, it has given a tremendous financial return over the years. The family home is a pool of capital that many seniors count on for financial support as they move into their retirement years.

            Jill On Money: Is the economy good or bad?

            Jill On Money: Is the economy good or bad?

              Economists, analysts, and financial journalists have been wrestling with the paradox of the U.S. economy. We are living at a time of historically low confidence, high gas prices, soaring corporate earnings — and by extension, a rising stock market, and a labor market that seems to be holding up. So, is the economy good or bad? The answer is unequivocal: It depends.

              Best Cities for Hockey Fans (2026)

                While hockey may not have quite the draw of football, basketball or baseball, it’s still a big money maker. In fact, NHL revenue is expected to hit a record high

                $6.8 billion

                this season, and both in-person attendance and TV ratings are breaking records this year, too.

                Local News

                Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for June 3

                Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for June 3

                Read through the obituaries published today in The Courier.

                Photos: Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 stops in Omaha during coast-to-coast America 250 tour

                Photos: Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 stops in Omaha during coast-to-coast America 250 tour

                Many visited the Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive as it stopped in Omaha on Saturday, May 30, 2026, as part of a coast-to-coast America 250 trip.

                Kearney native Kellen Skarka oversees operations at one of world’s largest airports

                Kearney native Kellen Skarka oversees operations at one of world’s largest airports

                As manager of airfield operations at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, UNK grad Kellen Skarka oversees a team in charge of pavement conditions, signage, markings and lighting and more.

                View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary

                View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary

                America commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026. Here's how our community is marking this historic milestone.

                State & Regional

                Motor home destroyed in fire at Shoemaker's rest stop

                Motor home destroyed in fire at Shoemaker's rest stop

                A motor home was considered a complete loss after the owners experienced a mechanical failure on Interstate 80 Wednesday afternoon, according to Lincoln Fire and Rescue.

                Buffalo County Historical Society has special rates, tours

                Buffalo County Historical Society has special rates, tours

                Save money this month when you join the Buffalo County Historical Society's Trails & Rails Museum. Exciting tours are offered all summer, too.

                Pioneer Village celebrates Kearney County Days this weekend

                Pioneer Village celebrates Kearney County Days this weekend

                Pioneer Village in Minden holds Kearney County Days this weekend. Ride the restored carousel, watch blacksmiths at work and play family-friendly yard games. It's free for Kearney County residents.

                Omaha resident glad space for $11.3 million garden didn't become apartment building

                Omaha resident glad space for $11.3 million garden didn't become apartment building

                A years-in-the-making, $11.3 million public garden opened Wednesday in Omaha's Old Market, transforming a former parking lot into a new green space.

                Nation & World

                US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on

                US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on

                Analysts and experts have warned that even if the Iran war were to end soon, prices will remain high well into the second half of the year.

                Blackfeet doctor accuses clinic of harming patients with tens of thousands of pain pills

                Blackfeet doctor accuses clinic of harming patients with tens of thousands of pain pills

                Dr. Mary DesRosier’s whole life has been built on “medicine, Blackfeet, helping and healing.”

                Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

                Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

                Experts said an outbreak could cause $1.8 billion in damage to Texas' economy and likely would raise beef prices by shrinking cattle supply.

                House backs resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers

                House backs resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers

                Iran attacked Kuwait while the U.S. military carried out strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, and Israeli drones struck Lebanon.

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                Blackfeet doctor accuses clinic of harming patients with tens of thousands of pain pills

                Blackfeet doctor accuses clinic of harming patients with tens of thousands of pain pills

                New job postings for Southeast Nebraska job seekers

                New job postings for Southeast Nebraska job seekers

                Bike with Mike fundraiser in western Iowa will include behavioral health village

                Bike with Mike fundraiser in western Iowa will include behavioral health village

                Shopping

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

                Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...

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                Wandering Risk: Dementia Rates and the Growing Importance of GPS Monitoring

                Wandering Risk: Dementia Rates and the Growing Importance of GPS Monitoring

                Provided content. As Canada’s population ages, a quiet public safety issue is becoming harder to ignore: wandering among people living with dementia.

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                National Pork Producers Association is all about pork and community

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                Content by Power of Pork. Giving back to our communities, contributing to the health of our communities, helps ensure everyone has the opportunity to receive the nutrition they need.

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                Nothing says decadence like this sweet and zesty Honey Orange Glazed Ham

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                Content by The Power of Pork. This glazed ham is a showstopping blend of sweet, citrusy and savory flavors, perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. 

                Crime

                Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

                Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

                See photos of the large police presence near 19th and Bancroft Streets in South Omaha

                Stolen U-Haul, trailer spark fires along I-80 near Kearney during pursuit

                Stolen U-Haul, trailer spark fires along I-80 near Kearney during pursuit

                During the pursuit, the trailer carrying the vehicle detached from the U-Haul several miles east of Kearney and came to rest in the outside lane of I-80.

                Former NU Regent Elizabeth O'Connor pleads guilty to causing 2025 Omaha DUI crash

                Former NU Regent Elizabeth O'Connor pleads guilty to causing 2025 Omaha DUI crash

                Former University of Nebraska Regent Elizabeth O’Connor pleaded guilty Friday to driving drunk and causing a May 2025 crash that seriously injured one person in central Omaha.

                2 men arrested after drug warrant served in Kearney

                2 men arrested after drug warrant served in Kearney

                A juvenile was taken from the home, and the Department of Health and Human Services was contacted.

                Politics

                Flood challenger Ahlman to kick off town hall tour in Norfolk

                Flood challenger Ahlman to kick off town hall tour in Norfolk

                Independent candidate for Nebraska's 1st Congressional District Austin Ahlman will host his first town hall in his hometown of Norfolk on June 11 at VFW Winter-Munson Post 1644.

                Pillen signs bill allowing private energy companies to serve data centers in Nebraska

                Pillen signs bill allowing private energy companies to serve data centers in Nebraska

                The legislation prohibits public power utilities from interfering with private power plants built to serve a single industrial customer with a new electricity demand over 1,000 megawatts.

                Petersen, Slattery wins set up Nebraska secretary of state race focused on election security

                Petersen, Slattery wins set up Nebraska secretary of state race focused on election security

                Democratic nominee for Nebraska secretary of state Sarah Slattery said she trusts Nebraska's election integrity. Her Republican opponent Scott Petersen said there's work to be done to prove elections are safe.

                Eight bells for WWII warship's last sailor — a Scribner native who couldn't swim

                Eight bells for WWII warship's last sailor — a Scribner native who couldn't swim

                Fourteen dozen cookies will be delivered Sunday to The Residence at Gramercy to celebrate the birthday of a beloved resident who would have turned 103 years old.

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