Wyoming

Wyoming governor still isolated with mild COVID-19 symptoms

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Wyoming’s governor still had mild symptoms of COVID-19 five days after testing positive for the virus. Gov. Mark Gordon continued to work in isolation Monday, spokesman... Read more »

11/30/20 5:23 PM

Governor Gordon announces $5 million in CARES funds to boost behavioral health services

11/30/20 3:39 PM

Nearly 250 COVID patients as Wyoming sees record hospitalizations Monday

11/30/20 2:41 PM

Many Game and Fish Habitat Management Areas closing to support wintering wildlife

11/30/20 2:40 PM

Man convicted of Child Abuse in Laramie County dies in Torrington facility

11/30/20 11:37 AM

COVID hospitalizations start climbing again, matching record in Wyoming

11/30/20 10:56 AM

Snow starting in Wyoming Monday night; heaviest expected in the west

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Weather Service in Riverton says that areas of western Wyoming are forecast to see 2-4 inches of snow accumulation between Monday night and Tuesday morning.... Read more »

11/30/20 10:19 AM

Game and Fish: First public meetings on elk feeding grounds and CWD begin Tuesday

CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is inviting the public to participate in the development of a long-term feedgrounds management plan beginning with a series of virtual meetings in December.... Read more »

11/30/20 10:15 AM

Proposed budget cuts pound Wyoming’s public services

November 24, 2020 by Andrew Graham, WyoFile Gov. Mark Gordon recently sent proposed budget cuts to the Wyoming Legislature that slash public services and weaken the already thin safety net supporting Wyoming’s most... Read more »

11/30/20 9:01 AM

Wildlife biologists to capture, radio collar mountain goats

By HELENA DORE Bozeman Daily Chronicle BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) — Biologists are planning to wrangle mountain goats atop the Bridger Range this December to gather data on the population’s movement... Read more »

11/30/20 8:48 AM

Elevated fire danger Monday in central and SE Wyo including Natrona County

CASPER, Wyo — Persistent drought (nearly 7” below normal annual precipitation) and strong winds in central and southeast Wyoming will bring elevated fire danger Monday afternoon. Southwest winds 25 to... Read more »

11/29/20 2:56 PM

NWS: Colder temps, wind advisories, and some snow for the coming week in SE Wyo

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit WYDOT’s Closures and Advisories page. the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo — Sunday’s temperatures look to be 10 to 20... Read more »

11/29/20 11:56 AM

Sunday: 514 new lab confirmed coronavirus cases in Wyoming; 197 recoveries

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reported 514 new lab confirmed cases of COVID-19 on its daily update Sunday, Nov. 29. There have been 28,252 confirmed coronavirus cases in... Read more »

11/29/20 10:03 AM

Cold Moon, Beaver Moon, Child Moon: Sunday night’s full moon goes by many names

CASPER, Wyo — The waxing gibbous moon will appear full 3 nights in a row starting Saturday night, according to NASA. As the last full moon before the winter solstice... Read more »

11/28/20 1:43 PM

Extended forecast: pleasant on Saturday with breezes, cooler temps and possible snow showers next week

CASPER, Wyo —Quiet weather will continue Saturday in Wyoming with temperatures running 15 degrees above average east of the Laramie Range and around 10 degrees above average west, according to... Read more »

11/28/20 11:51 AM

(PHOTOS) House fire Saturday morning in Green River claims one woman’s life

CASPER, Wyo — One woman has passed away following a house fire in Green River Saturday morning, Nov 28, according to a release from the Green River Fire Department. The home at... Read more »

11/28/20 11:03 AM

Black Friday offers beacon of hope to struggling stores

After months of slumping sales and businesses toppling into bankruptcy, Black Friday is offering a small beacon of hope.

11/27/20 7:15 AM

New migration maps serve as tools to help big game in West

By MEAD GRUVER Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — The life-or-death journey made by mule deer during the second-longest big game migration in North America came down to their ability... Read more »

11/27/20 7:07 AM

Biden’s win hides a dire warning for Democrats in rural U.S.

Nov 27, 2020 By THOMAS BEAUMONT Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Democrats once dominated Koochiching County in the blue-collar Iron Range of northern Minnesota. But in this month’s... Read more »

11/27/20 7:05 AM

Trump administration denies planned mine near Alaska fishery

By MARK THIESSEN Associated Press ANCHORAGE, Alaka (AP) — The Trump administration on Wednesday effectively killed a contentious proposed mine in Alaska, a gold and copper prospect once envisioned to... Read more »

11/26/20 8:58 AM

Biden seeks unity as Trump stokes fading embers of campaign

By ALEXANDRA JAFFE and JILL COLVIN Associated Press WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — On a day of grace and grievance, President-elect Joe Biden summoned Americans to join in common purpose against... Read more »

11/26/20 8:56 AM

Police announce Laramie man being charged with felony Strangulation

A Laramie man is facing a felony charge of Strangulation of a Household Member and is currently in law enforcement custody on a $20,000 bond. The Laramie Police Department announced... Read more »

11/25/20 3:51 PM

Statement: Governor Mark Gordon has tested positive for COVID-19

The Governor reportedly only has minor symptoms at this time and plans to continue working on behalf of Wyoming remotely.

11/25/20 3:35 PM

Rawlins PD: pair face Child Endangering charges

Child Endangerment as a felony with a maximum penalty of imprisonment for not more than 5 years, a fine of note more then $5,000, or both.

11/25/20 3:25 PM

VIDEO: Wyoming family honored as Big Horn Basin ‘Landowners of the Year’

CASPER, Wyo. — John and Nancy Joyce have been recognized by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department as “Landowners of the Year” for the Big Horn Basin region. The Joyces... Read more »

11/25/20 12:46 PM

3-5 inches of snow expected in western Wyoming mountains

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Weather Service in Riverton says that western Wyoming mountains are expected to see 3-5 inches of snow accumulation between Wednesday and Wednesday night. Southwestern areas... Read more »

11/25/20 11:54 AM

Conservation groups protest ‘Wyoming Pipeline Corridor’ plan

CASPER, Wyo. — Five conservation groups have filed a formal protest against the proposed “Wyoming Pipeline Corridor” plans. The proposed initiative would designate about 1,150 miles of Bureau of Land Management land... Read more »

11/25/20 11:40 AM

PHOTOS: Mysterious metal monolith found in Utah desert during big horn sheep count

CASPER, Wyo. — The Utah Department of Public Safety said on Monday that an unusual object was located in the desert in the southeast part of the state on Nov.... Read more »

11/25/20 10:49 AM

‘Worst moment of my life’: Casper couple hospitalized with COVID

CASPER, Wyo. – Christine Bulow, 56, and her husband, Daren, 54, weren’t feeling well in late October when they both got tested for COVID-19. By the time her test came... Read more »

11/25/20 8:10 AM

Tuesday: 415 new confirmed COVID cases, 408 more recoveries

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health reported 415 new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 during their 3 pm Tuesday, Nov. 24 update. Wyoming has seen a total of 25,975 confirmed... Read more »

11/24/20 3:11 PM

PHOTOS: Wyomingites encouraged to find ways to share land with beavers

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is offering suggestions to landowners dealing with beavers on their property. While beavers can create some nuisances, Game and Fish encourages... Read more »

11/24/20 1:30 PM

Metal crunches against metal in hit-and-run video released by police (VIDEO)

A light pickup truck collides dramatically with a parked passenger vehicle, pushing the vehicle into a pickup trailer combination, before the truck speeds off in a video released by the... Read more »

11/24/20 11:51 AM

One dies in rollover near Wheatland

Initial reports of a rollover crash near the Wyoming community of Wheatland are indicating that a 72-year-old person has lost their life in the crash. A preliminary crash summary published... Read more »

11/24/20 11:08 AM

Governor’s office closed after employee tests positive for COVID-19

A staff member in the Wyoming Governor’s office has tested positive for COVID-19 prompting closure of facilities in the Capitol. The offices in the State Capitol Building will be closed... Read more »

11/24/20 11:05 AM

Strong sauger and walleye numbers in Boyson reservoir bodes well for anglers

CASPER, Wyo — Annual fall gill netting by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department showed that Boysen Reservoir continues to provide an excellent fishery in 2020, the department said in a... Read more »

11/24/20 9:04 AM

Wyoming charities donate $110,000 for pediatric cancer research

The Olivia Caldwell Foundation and Stella Strong Fund announced a collective donation of $110,000 to Children’s Hospital of Colorado to support pediatric cancer research. According to a press release, the... Read more »

11/24/20 8:59 AM

Man accused of dragging deputy while trying to flee warrant

A suspect is in custody with the Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office, after being accused of dragging a deputy alongside his vehicle, during a traffic stop.

11/23/20 10:52 AM

8 new species added to Wyoming Champion Tree Register

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A rock elm, a downy hawthorne, and a paper birch are among eight new species added to Wyoming’s Champion Tree Register this year, the Wyoming State Forestry Division announced... Read more »

11/23/20 10:24 AM

Week 36: The pandemic in Wyoming from Nov. 14-20

November 20, 2020 by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile A spate of Wyoming counties sought and received mask mandates this week as COVID-19 continued its record-breaking spread in the state. Gov. Mark Gordon deployed resources... Read more »

11/23/20 8:37 AM

Sunday: 742 new lab confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Wyoming, 250 recoveries

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health reported 742 new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 during their Sunday morning update Nov. 22. That brings the total to 24,309 since the start... Read more »

11/22/20 9:43 AM

Sunshine and light breezes in SE Wyo this weekend; slight chance of snow and wind for holiday travel

CASPER, Wyo — Sunny clear skies, seasonably cool temperatures, and light winds are expected in the southeastern and central regions of Wyoming, with little impactful weather expected clear through Thanksgiving,... Read more »

11/21/20 2:28 PM

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Wyoming

Wyoming governor still isolated with mild COVID-19 symptoms

Governor Gordon announces $5 million in CARES funds to boost behavioral health services

Nearly 250 COVID patients as Wyoming sees record hospitalizations Monday

Many Game and Fish Habitat Management Areas closing to support wintering wildlife

Man convicted of Child Abuse in Laramie County dies in Torrington facility

COVID hospitalizations start climbing again, matching record in Wyoming

Snow starting in Wyoming Monday night; heaviest expected in the west

Game and Fish: First public meetings on elk feeding grounds and CWD begin Tuesday

Proposed budget cuts pound Wyoming’s public services

Wildlife biologists to capture, radio collar mountain goats

Elevated fire danger Monday in central and SE Wyo including Natrona County

NWS: Colder temps, wind advisories, and some snow for the coming week in SE Wyo

Sunday: 514 new lab confirmed coronavirus cases in Wyoming; 197 recoveries

Cold Moon, Beaver Moon, Child Moon: Sunday night’s full moon goes by many names

Extended forecast: pleasant on Saturday with breezes, cooler temps and possible snow showers next week

(PHOTOS) House fire Saturday morning in Green River claims one woman’s life

Black Friday offers beacon of hope to struggling stores

New migration maps serve as tools to help big game in West

Biden’s win hides a dire warning for Democrats in rural U.S.

Trump administration denies planned mine near Alaska fishery

Biden seeks unity as Trump stokes fading embers of campaign

Police announce Laramie man being charged with felony Strangulation

Statement: Governor Mark Gordon has tested positive for COVID-19

Rawlins PD: pair face Child Endangering charges

VIDEO: Wyoming family honored as Big Horn Basin ‘Landowners of the Year’

3-5 inches of snow expected in western Wyoming mountains

Conservation groups protest ‘Wyoming Pipeline Corridor’ plan

PHOTOS: Mysterious metal monolith found in Utah desert during big horn sheep count

‘Worst moment of my life’: Casper couple hospitalized with COVID

Tuesday: 415 new confirmed COVID cases, 408 more recoveries

PHOTOS: Wyomingites encouraged to find ways to share land with beavers

Metal crunches against metal in hit-and-run video released by police (VIDEO)

One dies in rollover near Wheatland

Governor’s office closed after employee tests positive for COVID-19

Strong sauger and walleye numbers in Boyson reservoir bodes well for anglers

Wyoming charities donate $110,000 for pediatric cancer research

Man accused of dragging deputy while trying to flee warrant

8 new species added to Wyoming Champion Tree Register

Week 36: The pandemic in Wyoming from Nov. 14-20

Sunday: 742 new lab confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Wyoming, 250 recoveries

Sunshine and light breezes in SE Wyo this weekend; slight chance of snow and wind for holiday travel

Crime

Animals

PHOTOS: Dozens of ducks found illegally wasted in Utah in two recent cases

Recent Arretss (11-25-20 – 11-30-20)

Man convicted of Child Abuse in Laramie County dies in Torrington facility

Cheyenne PD seek driver of Friday morning hit-and-run that damaged church

California OK’d aid in name of Scott Peterson, other killers

Obituaries

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Obituaries: Rogers, Toulouse, Leventis, Frisbee, Finn, Llarinas

Obituaries: Lutz, Kelly

Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona dies at 60

Obituaries: McGraw, Freimuth, Williamson

Obituaries: Smith, Jensen, Brown

Community

AP

Wyoming governor still isolated with mild COVID-19 symptoms

Governor Gordon announces $5 million in CARES funds to boost behavioral health services

Wyoming sees record 17,777 new confirmed COVID cases in November, adding 801 on Monday

December expected to begin with a windy and snowy roar

Nearly 250 COVID patients as Wyoming sees record hospitalizations Monday

Promoted

Economy

Wyoming businesses across the state get reimbursed for employee training

IMPACT 307 launches new website to aid entrepreneurs and start-ups

62% Report Increased Stress, Anxiety, Depression

Applications for COVID-19 Business Relief funding opened on August 4

Major expansion/remodel for Spradley Barr Toyota in Cheyenne’s West Edge

Galleries

Galleries

‘Extreme blow over risk’ on I-25 in Wyoming, gusts exceeding 50 mph

(PHOTOS) Mysterious silver monolith disappears from Utah desert

Stocks burst higher, S&P 500 at record on vaccine hopes

(PHOTOS) Cheyenne in Sepia: Mullen Wildfire smoke descends on city

Photo Gallery: Casper hosts Cheyenne as high school football kicks off in COVID era

National/World

AP

Merriam-Webster’s top word of 2020 not a shocker: pandemic