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.

Regional

Gordon man charged in 2022 drug case arrested

Gordon man charged in 2022 drug case arrested

City Council approves extending Downtown Revitalization

City Council approves extending Downtown Revitalization

Council oks seeking bids for Northside Park project

Council oks seeking bids for Northside Park project

Mission man sentenced for stealing road grader, driving it to Valentine

Mission man sentenced for stealing road grader, driving it to Valentine

New Sidney Police lieutenant, patrol officer, take oath of office

New Sidney Police lieutenant, patrol officer, take oath of office

Sidney Awana hosts annual Grand Prix at E-Free Church

Sidney Awana hosts annual Grand Prix at E-Free Church

State

Gordon man charged in 2022 drug case arrested

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

Sports

Rockets Fall to Bluejays in Subdist. C1-1 Title Game

Auburn Prevails in Tight Battle with Lincoln Lutheran

2026 High School Boys Basketball Postseason Central

Valentine beats Kimball in exciting subdistrict championship

Thursday's local scoreboard, Feb. 26

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

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