The top photos of the day by AP photojournalists

June 18, 2026Updated: June 18, 2026

By The Associated Press

State

Norfolk Public Schools holds active shooter exercise with local law enforcement

39 mins ago

Scottsbluff's Seth Dvorak graduates from Nebraska State Patrol academy, earns marksmanship award

55 mins ago

Ricketts pushes housing bill aimed at increasing supply, lowering costs

1 hr 33 mins ago

Fourth former Kearney YRTC employee arrested, faces six felonies

1 hr 47 mins ago

Sidney City Council to discuss fireworks ahead of Fourth of July

2 hrs ago

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

2 hrs 22 mins ago

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

Wake Forest offers Garden County senior a place on grid iron squad

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

May 23rd 2026, 6:01 AM UTC