The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists

August 12, 2026Updated: August 12, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

20-year-old mother identified as woman killed in South Omaha crash

$200,000 bond set in psilocybin case

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

State

Judge dismisses lawsuit from RNC challenging Nebraska voter law

Amid renewable energy backlash, some Nebraska communities are making millions

Beatrice Big Blue Water Park Season Nearing Close

Tech Nebraska launches as independent statewide technology association

New Rushville nonprofit aims to expand youth sports opportunities

Sports

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

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