The top photos of the day by AP photojournalists

June 18, 2026Updated: June 18, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

Nebraska Attorney General sues city of Lincoln over minimum wage ordinance

DHS says Nebraska suspect in alleged White House attack plot was DACA recipient after visa overstay

Flood Communications' Angie Stenger appointed to Nebraska State College Board of Trustees

Men reload lumber in Highway 75 traffic

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

State

Ricketts pushes housing bill aimed at increasing supply, lowering costs

Fourth former Kearney YRTC employee arrested, faces six felonies

Sidney City Council to discuss fireworks ahead of Fourth of July

After freeholder petition fails in Gage County, filers plan to tap into legislature to affect property tax change

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

Sports

Field day aims to excite kids in Fairbury about a future in football

West Team Looking for Redemption in Sertoma 8-Man Classic

UNK grad Ayami Sato earned her place – and GOAT status – in the NBA

Northeastern Junior College Announces Addition of Beach Volleyball for 2026–2027 Academic Year

Sidney Seniors Top Gordon 8-3 to Stay Unbeaten

Ag & Outdoor

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