The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists

February 26, 2026Updated: February 26, 2026

By The Associated Press

From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors.

Norfolk Public Schools paraprofessional arrested on child sexual assault charges

Norfolk Public Schools paraprofessional arrested on child sexual assault charges

Flood previews State of the Union, discusses Farm Bill and E15

Flood previews State of the Union, discusses Farm Bill and E15

Keep Columbus Beautiful seeks help from community to clean up trash

Keep Columbus Beautiful seeks help from community to clean up trash

Huskers drop three spots in top 25, checking in No. 12

Huskers drop three spots in Top 25, checking in No. 12

2026 Platte County Fair lineup announced

2026 Platte County Fair lineup announced

Norfolk Police Officer Arrested for DUI

Norfolk Police Officer Arrested for DUI

State

Observers play a key role in weather prediction and warning

New director appointed at Norfolk senior center amidst rebranding efforts

City Council approves extending Downtown Revitalization

Council oks seeking bids for Northside Park project

Chadron State RHOP students announced

Chadron High student directs charitable fund to FARM CAMP

Sports

2026 High School Boys Basketball Postseason Central

Thursday's local scoreboard, Feb. 26

Leyton edges Garden County 45-43 in D2-10 subdistrict final

Knights’ Super Soph Sinks Trojans

Top-ranked Ogallala rolls past Bridgeport 85-44 in C1-10 championship

2026 Nebraska State Swimming and Diving Championships: BNFF Qualifiers, Results

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks releasing rainbow trout this spring

Nebraska ag leaders push for year-round E15 sales

Outdoors notes: Archery paddlefish applications to be accepted March 1-14

Outdoors notes: 2026 fishing forecast, guide now available

Outdoor notes: Wildcat Hills education events set for February

After warm start to winter, ice fishing conditions arrive across Nebraska