The department's budget proposal this year is $809,518 more — or a 6% increase — compared to the 2024 fiscal

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Police department proposing increase of $1.1M for officer salaries, $393K for administration costs to city’s FY25 budget
An overall department goal is to have over 120 officers on staff, according to Cheyenne Police Chief Mark Francisco. The
City’s projected 2025 fiscal year budget adds $5M to General Fund; police, community recreation jobs recommended
The city's total proposed budget stands at $147.6 million.
Upcoming City Council meeting to occur on a Tuesday; public hearing set for Precision Industrial Park plan
Both meetings will be held inside the City Council Chambers.
City annexes land to serve High Plains Business Park
Just over 18 acres of land in total was taken into the city Monday night.
University of Wyoming shutters DEI Office; vice provost position to be created
The Wyoming State Legislature told the university not to spend state dollars in its upcoming budget on any DEI-related activities.
‘This is about health and safety’: Commissioners deny fireworks permits to businesses amid welfare concerns, intimidation allegations
All five county commissioners voted against approving fireworks permits for Jurassic Fireworks and Artillery World. The board initially rejected the
Changes to LCSD1 parental rights policy enter public 45-day review period
The Wyoming Legislature passed a senate file in March requiring state school districts to implement policies in alignment with the
Stage 2 fire restrictions for Laramie County lifted
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — After two months of living under emergency fire restrictions, Laramie County residents can now set off fireworks
Commissioners reject Jurassic Fireworks, Artillery World permit appeals
The county officials initially rejected four fireworks permit applications for the two businesses in April.
Paraeducator, assistant custodian receive LCSD1 annual support awards; students recognized for language proficiency, business contests
The annual Support Person of the Year awards are bestowed to employees in non-teaching, non-instructive positions with the district.
(PHOTOS) Little-legged corgis scamper to the finish line during 2024 Corgi Derby
The dog-themed race is southeast Wyoming's unique twist on the annual Kentucky Derby competition.
(PHOTOS) Players clash in role-playing, card, video game tournaments at 2024 Cheyenne Gaming Convention
More than 140 gaming competitions and gatherings took place during the convention’s three-day schedule.
Cheyenne Gymnastics Team marked by culture of companionship, perseverance; athletes to compete at upcoming regionals
The youth team has been on a tear in recent months, with several competitors clinching top awards at the Wyoming
Game and Fish biologists lay out next steps for turning LCCC pond into community fishery
The soon-to-be fishery, dubbed "Pasture Pond," will open sometime in spring 2025 and contain fathead minnows, bluegills and largemouth bass.
‘What are these families supposed to do?’: Parents plead school district to provide reading interventions, resources for dyslexic students
A handful of families in Laramie County have collectively paid half a million dollars for reading lessons, psychological evaluations and
Liquor license transfers for Lamp Lounge, Scooter’s Scoreboard Bar approved
The new Lamp Lounge will not contain a dance floor or resemble a DJ club, according to the bar's new
Speech & Debate students qualify for national competition; staff member declared coach of the year
Students from the teams at Central High and East High, which won the state 4A championship title in 2023, will
Two LCSD1 elementary teachers nominated for math, science presidential award
Six educators in the state of Wyoming are nominated for the award. Two of them are from Cheyenne this year.
BOPU reps discuss water, sewer service rate hikes while discussing 2025 fiscal year budget
If the budget is approved, customers in Cheyenne could see their monthly water and sewer bills jump anywhere from $2
Thousands of games, tournaments coming to 4th annual Cheyenne Gaming Convention during final weekend of April
The convention is put on by Wyoming Gaming Library, a nonprofit organization that provides gaming resources to hospitals, schools, charities
Angelina’s Dream Foundation bringing a slice of Vegas to Cheyenne at upcoming casino night
The foundation is also awarding its first scholarship to a community member to attend Cheeks Beauty Academy in Cheyenne.
Drag queen fundraiser bashed by Wyoming GOP lawmakers for $3K health dept. grant; event raises HIV/AIDS awareness, treatment funds
The advocacy organization Wyoming AIDS Assistance, which is putting on the drag event, has been receiving the state-issued grant for
Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom off Dell Range shutters business permanently; other locations unaffected
Reports and comments about the closure began flooding into Cheyenne social media channels early this week.
Commissioners slam fireworks businesses for ‘obnoxious behavior,’ reject fireworks permit applications
Two businneses on Interstate 25 south of Cheyenne submitted applications for four fireworks permits. The commissioners voted against each of
County commissioners approve wagering at Cheyenne horse racing establishment, receive partial control of facility
The 307 Horse Racing CFO stated Tuesday the organization is expanding its operations due to customer demand.
(PHOTOS) Weightlifters push their bodies to the brink during 2024 Colt Breakers Strongman Competition
Winners in each division of Saturday's event are eligible to compete in the United States Strongman Nationals on June 8
(PHOTOS) Ducks, dogs and dragons: LCSD1 students awarded scholarships, certificates during Capital City Art Show ceremony
More than 10 individual scholarships were presented to young artists during an award ceremony in Storey Gymnasium.
Fentanyl, meth are driving record overdoses, substance abuse in Laramie County; leaders discuss what they’re doing to address the issue
Law enforcement, government officials and the county coroner attended a public meeting Wednesday to bring the public up to speed
‘Lifeline for the community’: Spectrum donates $5K to Meals on Wheels of Cheyenne as need for food assistance rises
Meals on Wheels of Cheyenne prepared and served roughly 133,000 meals in 2023. The organization is on track to send