Wyoming

70 MPH winds expected to impact travel across southeastern Wyo on Tuesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – According to the latest guidance from the National Weather Service in Cheyenne, winds will quickly ramp up again on Tuesday that could impact travel on I-80 and... Read more »

10/25/21 11:01 AM

Week of record COVID deaths, hospitalizations in Wyoming closes out with 389 new confirmed cases

10/22/21 7:03 PM

Wyoming resident dies in crash Tuesday outside Gillette

CASPER, Wyo — A Wyoming resident died in a fatal crash south of Gillette on Tuesday, October 19, according to a preliminary report by the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP). According... Read more »

10/22/21 6:54 PM

Lusk resident sworn into 66th Wyoming Legislature

J.D. Williams, resident of Lusk, was sworn in as a member of the 66th Wyoming Legislature on Friday in the House Chamber of the Wyoming State Capitol in Cheyenne.

10/22/21 2:32 PM

Wyo Department of Health outlines eligibility changes for COVID-19 boosters

The Wyoming Department of Health is announcing the expansion of COVID-19 vaccine boosters, based on national expert recommendations. State Health Officer and Epidemiologist with WDH, Dr. Alexia Harrist, said the... Read more »

10/22/21 2:18 PM

Where are the workers? Cutoff of jobless aid spurs no influx

By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER and CASEY SMITH Associated Press/Report for America INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Earlier this year, an insistent cry arose from business leaders and Republican governors: Cut off a $300-a-week federal... Read more »

10/22/21 1:33 PM

Oklahoma slaying leads to arrest of Mom and Son in Wyoming

BLANCHARD, Okla. (AP) — A Texas woman and her adult son have been arrested in Wyoming on murder warrants in connection with the slaying of a central Oklahoma man, the... Read more »

10/22/21 1:27 PM

Laundrie family hopes for answers after remains found

By CURT ANDERSON Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Family members were hoping for more answers from law enforcement regarding the cause of death for Brian Laundrie, who was... Read more »

10/22/21 8:59 AM

Brain Laundrie’s remains found confirms FBI

CASPER, Wyo. — An announcement from a Federal Bureau of investigation office in Denver is confirming that human remains found in Florida belong to Brian Laundrie. The FBI Denver Division... Read more »

10/21/21 4:27 PM

Strong economic growth continues in rural parts of 10 states

The overall economic index for the region improved in October to 66.1 from September's already-strong 62.5 reading. Any score above 50 suggests a growing economy, while a score below 50 suggests a shrinking economy.

10/21/21 1:58 PM

WDOC issues statement on COVID-19 outbreak at correctional facilities

Officials with the WDOC report 222 confirmed positive cases as of Friday October 15 throughout the department's five correctional facilities.

10/21/21 1:31 PM

Flags to be flown at half staff for memorial of fallen Wyoming Marine

McCollum was 20 years old. He was a former student of Jackson Hole High School, graduate of Summit Innovations School and high school wrestler. McCollum’s sister said he wanted to be a history teacher and a wrestling coach once he completed his service.

10/21/21 12:45 PM

Grand Teton joins Yellowstone in breaking tourism records

CHEYENNE, Wyo.— Just nine months into 2021, Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park already has had its busiest year on record. The park joins nearby Yellowstone in setting visitation records this... Read more »

10/21/21 7:53 AM

Wyoming Department of Health adds 305 new lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases statewide on Wednesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo.– Wyoming has 305 new lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases since Tuesday’s update, according to the Wyoming Department of Health. On Wednesday, the WDH said the total number of active cases... Read more »

10/20/21 4:57 PM

WBC seeks info on Wyoming business needs

The Wyoming Business Council has released a survey, seeking information on financial business needs around the state.

10/20/21 4:18 PM

Western Wyoming Community College relaxes mask mandate

Officials at Western Wyoming Community College, in Rock Springs, have announced the relaxation of a mask mandate that was put into place in August.

10/20/21 3:20 PM

December trial set for Wyoming man accused of producing child pornograpy

A Casper man who is accused of producing and possessing child pornography in federal court is set for a December trial.

10/20/21 2:46 PM

Man indicted in child pornography case enters “not guilty” plea in Fed. court

A man facing allegations that he was in possession of child pornography has entered a plea of “not guilty” to those charges in Federal Court.

10/20/21 12:36 PM

Reports: Human remains found near Brian Laundrie’s possessions in Florida

Human remains have been located in a Florida reserve near Brian Laundrie’s possessions, according to an NBC News report. Laundrie is considered a “person of interest” in the case of... Read more »

10/20/21 12:31 PM

Yellowstone seeks comments on winter use adaptive management adjustments

The National Park Service is seeking public comment on a proposal to suspend one component of the adaptive monitoring plan for winter use in Yellowstone National Park, which was initially put in place to evaluate effects to resources in relation to snowmobiles and Oversnow Vehicles use.

10/20/21 11:38 AM

Earthquake drill: Residents asked to participate in Great Wyoming ShakeOut

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Wyoming residents are being asked to “drop, cover, and hold on” Thursday during the Great Wyoming ShakeOut, part of an international day of earthquake preparedness. The ShakeOut... Read more »

10/20/21 11:16 AM

Suspect in Cheyenne case escapes custody, recaptured near Rock Springs

The suspect was in transport from a detention facility in California for court proceedings on charges he faces in Cheyenne. During the nighttime hours of October 19, he reportedly escaped custody.

10/20/21 11:13 AM

Traveling Smithsonian exhibit closing in Green River, will visit other Wyo cities

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A special exhibit at the Green River Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center — “Crossroads: Change in Rural America” — will have its last day on Thursday,... Read more »

10/20/21 10:00 AM

Oil and gas continue to show signs of recovery in Wyoming

At least 18 drill rigs were active in the second week of October, 17 more than the same week in 2020. Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile Wyoming’s oil and gas industry continues to... Read more »

10/20/21 8:41 AM

Wyoming reports 2,138 active COVID-19 cases, adding 170 on Tuesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo.— The Wyoming Department of Health reported an additional 170 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state during its 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 19 update. The new cases reported Tuesday brought the... Read more »

10/19/21 4:49 PM

Cheney v. Trump: Wyo house race raising, spending at record clip

Wyoming’s U.S. representative continues breaking fundraising records; Trump-endorsed challenger Hageman has strong first quarter. Rone Tempest, WyoFile Hailed as the marquee event of the 2022 midterm elections, the campaign of incumbent... Read more »

10/19/21 4:45 PM

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Wyoming

70 MPH winds expected to impact travel across southeastern Wyo on Tuesday

Body of missing 26-year-old Texas man located in Grand Teton

High wind watch to impact interstate travel in central, SE Wyoming Monday.

Gordon, Barrasso join Marines to honor McCollum at Jackson memorial

Showers, mountain snow likely in SE Wyo Saturday night; more showers Tuesday

Week of record COVID deaths, hospitalizations in Wyoming closes out with 389 new confirmed cases

Wyoming resident dies in crash Tuesday outside Gillette

Lusk resident sworn into 66th Wyoming Legislature

Wyo Department of Health outlines eligibility changes for COVID-19 boosters

Where are the workers? Cutoff of jobless aid spurs no influx

Oklahoma slaying leads to arrest of Mom and Son in Wyoming

Laundrie family hopes for answers after remains found

Brain Laundrie’s remains found confirms FBI

Strong economic growth continues in rural parts of 10 states

WDOC issues statement on COVID-19 outbreak at correctional facilities

Flags to be flown at half staff for memorial of fallen Wyoming Marine

Grand Teton joins Yellowstone in breaking tourism records

Wyoming Department of Health adds 305 new lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases statewide on Wednesday

WBC seeks info on Wyoming business needs

Western Wyoming Community College relaxes mask mandate

December trial set for Wyoming man accused of producing child pornograpy

Man indicted in child pornography case enters “not guilty” plea in Fed. court

Reports: Human remains found near Brian Laundrie’s possessions in Florida

Yellowstone seeks comments on winter use adaptive management adjustments

Earthquake drill: Residents asked to participate in Great Wyoming ShakeOut

Suspect in Cheyenne case escapes custody, recaptured near Rock Springs

Traveling Smithsonian exhibit closing in Green River, will visit other Wyo cities

Oil and gas continue to show signs of recovery in Wyoming

Wyoming reports 2,138 active COVID-19 cases, adding 170 on Tuesday

Cheney v. Trump: Wyo house race raising, spending at record clip

Wyoming Department of Health reports 56 more COVID-19 deaths on Tuesday

Two Wyoming anglers win prizes after catching and reporting tagged trout to help research

Despite no final rules for Biden vaccine mandate, Wyo Legislature sets special session for Oct. 26-28

Poll finds 68% of Wyoming Republicans support Medicaid expansion

Grizzly and Black Bears finding food rewards as bear sightings rise

Cheney raises $1.4M more than Hageman in Wyoming’s congressional race for third quarter of 2021

Yellowstone sees over 4 million visitors in a year for the first time ever

Grand Teton law enforcement rangers resume practice of wearing body cameras

Pokes fans invited to celebrate Wyoming hunting and fishing ahead of UW homecoming game

Wyoming Humanities announces awards of more than $135,000 in ARP grants

Governor Gordon orders flags at half-staff in honor of Colin Powell

Crime

Crime

Laramie County Arrests (10-22-21 – 10-25-21)

Principal: threatening social media post leads to police presence at Cheyenne Central High School

Weekly arrest report: (10/15/21 – 10/22/21)

Colorado Day care owner gets 6 years for hiding 26 kids in basement

Oklahoma slaying leads to arrest of Mom and Son in Wyoming

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Grimm, Tunnicliff, Cooper

Obituaries: Lyday, Leach, Garcia

Obituaries: Clowdus, Bernhardt, Chaviz

Obituaries: Allee Jr., Garcia

Obituaries: Sandoval Jr., Wilson, Mangney

Community

Community

Cheyenne PD deploys additional officers at Central High School following ‘unsubstantiated threat’

Cheyenne Regional Airport reveals times for daily jet service between Cheyenne and Denver set to begin in November

70 MPH winds expected to impact travel across southeastern Wyo on Tuesday

Central High Junior named LCSD #1’s ‘Student of the Week’

Moderna says its low-dose COVID shot works for kids 6 to 11

Promoted

Community

Mental Illness Awareness Week: There is help, and hope

WPDN Partners with Cheyenne-based firm McKellar, Tiedeken & Scoggin

Trust Teton Therapy to relieve your neck pain!

Suicide does not discriminate, and to prevent it, neither can we

SMART Recovery training completed by WBI therapists

Galleries

Community

(PHOTOS) Gordon, Barrasso participate in 9/11 ceremony on 20th anniversary of attacks

(PHOTOS) Return of College National Finals Rodeo draws record crowds to Wyoming

(PHOTOS) Cheyenne Fire & Rescue share stories of heroism, service amid raging winter storm

PHOTOS: 2021 4A Wyoming State High School Championships

(PHOTOS) Laramie County Sheriff’s Office honors passing of Retired Air Chief Brady

National/World

AP

Whistleblower Haugen says Facebook making online hate worse