Author: Greg Hirst

UN Human Rights Office says 18 killed in Myanmar crackdown

February 28, 2021 YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Security forces in Myanmar opened fire and made mass arrests Sunday as they sought to break up protests against the military’s seizure of... Read more »

02/28/21 12:00 PM

Warming trend, sunny skies forecast in SE Wyoming this week; breezy through Tuesday

02/28/21 11:12 AM

Blowing snow, black ice affecting I-80 Saturday and winds and snow continue

CASPER, Wyo— Blowing snow, high winds and slick conditions are impacting the southeast Wyoming travel district Saturday, said the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT). Accumulations will be light, but 50... Read more »

02/27/21 9:16 AM

Gordon sends Senate full list of nominees for Wyoming industry and trade boards

CASPER, Wyo — Governor Mark Gordon sent the Wyoming Senate his list of nominees for numerous state offices, boards and commissions, according to release Friday. “These nominees are subject to... Read more »

02/26/21 8:14 PM

119 new COVID-19 cases reported in Wyoming on Friday, hospitalizations increase by five

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reported 119 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 during their 3 pm Friday, Feb. 26 update. There have been 46,044 total confirmed cases in Wyoming... Read more »

02/26/21 3:28 PM

Casper to host Outdoor Writers Association of America conference in 2022

The Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA) has chosen Casper as the location for their annual conference in 2022, Visit Casper announced Monday. Visit Casper CEO Brook Kaufman said the event would... Read more »

02/25/21 12:18 PM

Game and Fish tooth harvest allows hunters to check the age of their kill

CHEYENNE, Wyo.— Wyoming hunters who submitted a tooth sample can learn the age of their kill from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. The agency announced Monday it is on track to gather ages... Read more »

02/24/21 8:09 AM

Gov. Gordon orders flags at half staff as White House honors 500k Americans lost to COVID-19

CHEYENNE, Wyo.— Governor Mark Gordon has ordered has ordered both the U.S. and State of Wyoming flags be flown at half-staff statewide until sunset February 26. The orders comes pursuant... Read more »

02/22/21 6:19 PM

UN nuclear chief says Iran to grant ‘less access’ to program

February 21, 2021 By AMIR VAHDAT, JON GAMBRELL and DAVID RISING Associated Press Eds: UPDATES: This story has been updated with Grossi in Vienna, and adds photos and byline. TEHRAN,... Read more »

02/21/21 2:35 PM

Over 250 miles of I-80 closed Sunday due to rolling closure, possibly reopen by midnight

CASPER, Wyo — A rolling closure due to high winds and winter conditions has now closed Interstate 80 Sunday between Cheyenne and Rock Springs, said the Wyoming Department of Transportation... Read more »

02/21/21 12:41 PM

‘I thought we were done’: Parts fall from sky in plane scare

February 21, 2021 By GILLIAN FLACCUS and DAVID ZALUBOWSKI Associated Press BROOMFIELD, Colo. (AP) — David Delucia was settling back into his airplane seat and starting to relax on his... Read more »

02/21/21 11:49 AM

Snubbed as Obama high court pick, Garland in line to be AG

February 21, 2021 By MICHAEL BALSAMO Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The last time Merrick Garland was nominated by the White House for a job, Republicans wouldn’t even meet with him. Now, the once-snubbed... Read more »

02/21/21 11:18 AM

I-80 closed between Cheyenne and Rock Springs due to winter conditions, blowover risk

UPDATE: Interstate 80 is now closed between Cheyenne and Rock Springs as of noon Sunday. For the latest road and travel conditions, visit the Closures and Advisories page on the Wyoming Department of Transportation... Read more »

02/21/21 10:18 AM

Debris falls from plane during emergency landing near Denver

February 20, 2021 By GILLIAN FLACCUS Associated Press Debris from a United Airlines plane fell onto Denver suburbs during an emergency landing Saturday after one of its engines suffered a... Read more »

02/20/21 5:02 PM

‘Dangerous’ mountain travel advisory affecting I-80 through Sunday morning

CASPER, Wyo— Winter storm advisories will create dangerous mountain travel in southeast Wyoming through at least 5:00 am Sunday morning, said the National Weather Service (NWS) in Cheyenne. 3 to 6... Read more »

02/20/21 4:59 PM

Chugwater rest area on I-25 closed Saturday

CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming Department of Transportation said on Saturday that the Chugwater Rest Area along Interstate 25, near milepost 55, is closed. “Parking is closed” WYDOT added Saturday... Read more »

02/20/21 4:25 PM

Pine Bluffs crews stop blaze from spreading to home, propane tanks

CASPER, Wyo — A fire that consumed a detached garage in Pine Bluffs Friday also threatened nearby propane tanks and a home, according to a release by Laramie County Fire... Read more »

02/20/21 2:47 PM

Laramie police seek information in fatal dog poisoning

CASPER, Wyo — The Laramie Police Department is asking for public assistance with an animal cruelty investigation. On Wednesday, February 10, LPD officers responded to the 800 block of North... Read more »

02/20/21 10:12 AM

Wyoming GOP chairman: Donald J. Trump to visit Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo — Former President Donald J Trump is coming to Wyoming, according to Frank Eathorne, chairman of the Wyoming Republican Party. Easthorne made the announcement Friday, February 19, at... Read more »

02/20/21 9:13 AM

NOAA explains the “polar vortex” that has 120 million Americans under winter weather advisory

CASPER, Wyo — The chilling term “polar vortex” has risen up again as over 120 million Americans are currently under a winter storm, ice storm, storm watch, or some other... Read more »

02/14/21 4:44 PM

UW: Research explores impact of political polarization on health and policy

CASPER, Wyo —Political polarization is having far-reaching impacts on American life, harming consumer welfare, affecting mental health, obstructing social relationships, and making it harder for elected officials to effectively govern.... Read more »

02/14/21 4:37 PM

Marriage & divorce amid pandemic: Couples’ challenges abound

February 14, 2021 By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer For many U.S. couples yearning to be married, the pandemic has wreaked havoc on their wedding plans while bolstering their teamwork... Read more »

02/14/21 12:16 PM

UW review committee recommends preserving Creative Writing, American Studies

CASPER, Wyo— An academic program review committee established by the University of Wyoming is unanimous in its recommendations to preserve the Creative Writing MFA and American Studies programs. Though in... Read more »

02/14/21 11:56 AM

Trump acquitted: Senate votes 57-43 at impeachment trial

February 13, 2021 By LISA MASCARO, ERIC TUCKER and MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press Eds: UPDATES: adds McConnell, Schumer, other details.; With AP Photos.; AP Video. WASHINGTON (AP) — The... Read more »

02/13/21 3:24 PM

Missing & Murdered Indigenous Persons Task Force will meet Wednesday

CASPER, Wyo — Governor Mark Gordon’s Missing & Murdered Indigenous Persons (“M&MIP”) Task Force will meet Wednesday, February 17th, to review the findings of the M&MIP Statewide Report and to discuss... Read more »

02/13/21 12:14 PM

As suicides rise, young survivors make case for hope in film

February 13, 2021 By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Each and Every Day” represents studies in courage, both in life and in the MTV documentary about... Read more »

02/13/21 10:27 AM

Widespread snowfall and wind chills in Wyoming Saturday will impact I-25, I-80

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit the Closures and Advisories page on the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo — Bitterly cold temperatures and additional snow showers are... Read more »

02/13/21 9:46 AM

Closures to light, high-profile vehicles in effect as 70+ mph gusts rock southeast Wyo

CASPER, Wyo — Interstate 80 is open again Sunday between Laramie and Rawlins except to light, high-profile vehicles. This includes US 30/287 between Laramie and Walcott Junction. Interstate 25 from... Read more »

02/07/21 11:55 AM

Wyoming GOP censures Rep. Liz Cheney over impeachment vote

February 6, 2021 By MEAD GRUVER Associated Press RAWLINS, Wyo. (AP) — The Wyoming Republican Party voted overwhelmingly Saturday to censure U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney for voting to impeach President... Read more »

02/06/21 4:08 PM

100 mile stretch of I-80, US 287 closed Saturday; weather advisories extend through Sunday

CASPER, Wyo — Interstate 80 is again closed Saturday afternoon between Laramie and Rawlins due to winter conditions. This includes US 30/287 between Laramie and Walcott Junction. As of 2:55... Read more »

02/06/21 3:18 PM

UW announces $2.4 million in CARES to help innovators respond to pandemic, diversify Wyoming jobs

CASPER, Wyo — Services and support for entrepreneurs across Wyoming will be expanded as a result of a $2.4 million CARES Act Recovery assistance grant to the University of Wyoming... Read more »

02/06/21 2:40 PM

Officials plead: Don’t let Super Bowl become superspreader

February 6, 2021 By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH and CURT ANDERSON Associated Press Kansas City Chiefs superfan Ty Rowton hugged strangers in the streets of Miami last year after watching his team... Read more »

02/06/21 1:30 PM

Calendar timing means virus deaths won’t be seen in census

February 6, 2021 By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press The human loss from the coronavirus will not be reflected in the 2020 census because of a matter of timing, which could... Read more »

02/06/21 10:44 AM

22 new COVID cases confirmed in Wyoming Saturday; daily case average drops below 100

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reported 22 new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 during their 9 am update Saturday, Feb. 6. That brought the total to 44,933 confirmed COVID... Read more »

02/06/21 9:30 AM

Justices: California can’t enforce indoor church service ban

February 6, 2021 By JESSICA GRESKO Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is telling California that it can’t bar indoor church services because of the coronavirus pandemic, but... Read more »

02/06/21 9:03 AM

High winds, blowing snow keep some portions of I-80 closed to high-profile vehicles

CASPER, Wyo — Interstate 80 has reopened Saturday morning but remains closed to light, high-profile vehicles due to gusting winds. This includes I-80 between Elk Mountain and Laramie and US... Read more »

02/06/21 8:55 AM

Over 350 miles of I-80 closed Friday due to winter weather; may reopen after midnight

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit the Closures and Advisories page on the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo— Interstate 80 is closed between Evanston and Cheyenne... Read more »

02/05/21 6:13 PM

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Author: Greg Hirst

UN Human Rights Office says 18 killed in Myanmar crackdown

Warming trend, sunny skies forecast in SE Wyoming this week; breezy through Tuesday

High wind warning taking effect in southeast Wyoming Sunday afternoon

32 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Wyo since Friday, 110 recoveries

11 cases of rabbit hemorrhagic disease identified in southeast Wyoming

Dutch poet declines assignment to translate Gorman’s works

Blowing snow, black ice affecting I-80 Saturday and winds and snow continue

Gordon sends Senate full list of nominees for Wyoming industry and trade boards

119 new COVID-19 cases reported in Wyoming on Friday, hospitalizations increase by five

Casper to host Outdoor Writers Association of America conference in 2022

Game and Fish tooth harvest allows hunters to check the age of their kill

Gov. Gordon orders flags at half staff as White House honors 500k Americans lost to COVID-19

UN nuclear chief says Iran to grant ‘less access’ to program

Over 250 miles of I-80 closed Sunday due to rolling closure, possibly reopen by midnight

‘I thought we were done’: Parts fall from sky in plane scare

Snubbed as Obama high court pick, Garland in line to be AG

I-80 closed between Cheyenne and Rock Springs due to winter conditions, blowover risk

Debris falls from plane during emergency landing near Denver

‘Dangerous’ mountain travel advisory affecting I-80 through Sunday morning

Chugwater rest area on I-25 closed Saturday

Pine Bluffs crews stop blaze from spreading to home, propane tanks

Laramie police seek information in fatal dog poisoning

Wyoming GOP chairman: Donald J. Trump to visit Wyoming

NOAA explains the “polar vortex” that has 120 million Americans under winter weather advisory

UW: Research explores impact of political polarization on health and policy

Marriage & divorce amid pandemic: Couples’ challenges abound

UW review committee recommends preserving Creative Writing, American Studies

Trump acquitted: Senate votes 57-43 at impeachment trial

Missing & Murdered Indigenous Persons Task Force will meet Wednesday

As suicides rise, young survivors make case for hope in film

Widespread snowfall and wind chills in Wyoming Saturday will impact I-25, I-80

Closures to light, high-profile vehicles in effect as 70+ mph gusts rock southeast Wyo

Wyoming GOP censures Rep. Liz Cheney over impeachment vote

100 mile stretch of I-80, US 287 closed Saturday; weather advisories extend through Sunday

UW announces $2.4 million in CARES to help innovators respond to pandemic, diversify Wyoming jobs

Officials plead: Don’t let Super Bowl become superspreader

Calendar timing means virus deaths won’t be seen in census

22 new COVID cases confirmed in Wyoming Saturday; daily case average drops below 100

Justices: California can’t enforce indoor church service ban

High winds, blowing snow keep some portions of I-80 closed to high-profile vehicles

Over 350 miles of I-80 closed Friday due to winter weather; may reopen after midnight

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32 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Wyo since Friday, 110 recoveries

11 cases of rabbit hemorrhagic disease identified in southeast Wyoming

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