The top photos of the day by AP photojournalists

August 5, 2026Updated: August 5, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

Hastings Community Comes Together for National Night Out

Hastings Community Comes Together for National Night Out

Scandinavian duo brings music, culture to Kearney Library

Scandinavian Duo Brings Music, Culture to Kearney Library

Fire crews paged to several grass fires in Lincoln County

Fire crews paged to several grass fires in Lincoln County

New Surgeon joins CHI Health Good Samaritan

New Surgeon joins CHI Health Good Samaritan

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

State

Wymore Medical Clinic debuts new space ahead of grand opening next week

Salem man's child sexual assault case heads to district court after judge finds probable cause.

Bel Air Elementary debuts new inclusive playground

Competency evaluation ordered for man accused of murdering Stromsburg couple and unborn baby

Jefferson County man has weapons charge appeal dropped, scheduled for sentencing this week

Fire extinguished at Norfolk Crush plant

Sports

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities