The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists

February 5, 2026Updated: February 6, 2026

By The Associated Press

Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, 2026

This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Jon Orbach, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week.

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Regional

As Nebraska early reading scores decline, literacy events aim to help families

Valentine dance team wins two state championships after season of injuries

Government penalizes businesses over 6 deaths at Colorado dairy

Should Valentine churches that house for-profit day cares be taxed?

State

Fire south of Peetz grows to 4,000 acres; evacuation orders lifted

As Nebraska early reading scores decline, literacy events aim to help families

The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists

Regional

As Nebraska early reading scores decline, literacy events aim to help families

Valentine dance team wins two state championships after season of injuries

Government penalizes businesses over 6 deaths at Colorado dairy

Should Valentine churches that house for-profit day cares be taxed?

State

Fire south of Peetz grows to 4,000 acres; evacuation orders lifted

As Nebraska early reading scores decline, literacy events aim to help families

Helicopter transport from Higway 2 crash

Jacy Todd found guilty on 24 counts tied to medical marijuana petition

Nebraskan named to national conservation Hall of Distinction

Entire Boyd County Sheriff’s Department resigns over two days

Sports

Crawford's 26 lead South Dakota past Omaha 89-72

Wednesday's local scoreboard, Feb. 25

Sidney advances to district final with 57-36 win over Omaha Mercy

Bulldogs Rough Up Raiders in Playoff Win

Raiders End Knights' BBB Season

Andrews' 20 help Boise State knock off Wyoming 72-62

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