The top photos of the day by AP photojournalists

August 5, 2026Updated: August 5, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

Crete public, Nebraska police pay final respects to Crete police chief Gary Young

Nebraska Sen. Margo Juarez shares cancer diagnosis

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Senate candidate vows to 'fight like hell'

State

Sen. Pete Ricketts introduces Karly Rain Wood Act to create national registry for repeat violent offenders

‘Yes, my name is on that parking spot’

St. Paul debates future of local policing

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.

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

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