Wyoming

Wyoming resident dies in crash on I-80 Saturday

CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) said 89-year-old Donald Corely was killed in a crash on Interstate 80 near Cheyenne Saturday, May 8. According to the preliminary report,... Read more »

05/09/21 10:33 AM

UW Trustees to discuss residence hall finance, fall 2021 updates at meeting next week

05/08/21 11:30 AM

Gordon ‘cautiously optimistic’ about Biden’s broad conservation vision

05/08/21 10:18 AM

Wyoming Supreme Court enforces subpoena against ‘purported’ debt relief company WyoLaw

05/07/21 4:02 PM

Gordon bans requiring ‘vaccine passports’ to access Wyoming spaces, services

05/07/21 2:28 PM

‘Extensive resource damage’ forces camping restrictions at Wyoming’s popular Grayrocks Reservoir

05/07/21 2:18 PM

New Wheatland ‘Wild Horse and Burro Off-Range Corral’ to offer ~50 animals at first adoption

CASPER, Wyo. — The Bureau of Land Management will hold their first ever adoption event at the new Wheatland “Wild Horse and Burro Off-Range Corral” from 8 am to 3... Read more »

05/07/21 1:39 PM

Liz Cheney, Donald Trump feud gets mixed reviews in Wyoming

By MEAD GRUVER Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — As Republicans in Washington turn up the heat on Rep. Liz Cheney, the defiant third-term congresswoman faces mixed reviews at home.... Read more »

05/07/21 11:03 AM

Cheyenne attorney Darin Smith announces campaign against Liz Cheney

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A Cheyenne attorney has announced he is launching a campaign for the Republican candidate for Wyoming’s Congressional seat. Darin Smith made the announcement in a press release... Read more »

05/07/21 9:41 AM

In booting Cheney, McCarthy leads GOP back to Trump

By LISA MASCARO AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Kevin McCarthy is leading his party to an inflection point, preparing to dump Rep. Liz Cheney from the No. 3 House leadership... Read more »

05/07/21 8:03 AM

9 Wyoming rest areas set to reopen for 2021 tourist season in time for Memorial Day Weekend

CHEYENNE,\, Wyo. — Nine Wyoming rest areas that were closed in June 2020 as a cost-saving measure will re-open ahead of Memorial Day weekend, the Wyoming Office of Tourism said on... Read more »

05/06/21 4:46 PM

Wyoming politicians avoid Liz Cheney peril ahead of vote

By MEAD GRUVER Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — With Republicans in Washington turning up the heat on Rep. Liz Cheney, the defiant third-term congresswoman faces mixed reviews at home.... Read more »

05/06/21 3:28 PM

Natrona County Coroner’s Office identifies man killed in Thursdays officer-involved shooting

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Natrona County Coroner’s Office has identified a man killed in a Casper Police Department Shooting that occurred early Thursday, May 6. “The deceased has been identified... Read more »

05/06/21 2:11 PM

Challenger hits Liz Cheney, says GOP must work with Trump

By ALAN FRAM Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Elise Stefanik stated her case Thursday for replacing Rep. Liz Cheney as the No. 3 House Republican leader, implicitly lambasting Cheney’s... Read more »

05/06/21 10:46 AM

Biden hits schools goal even as many students learn remotely

By COLLIN BINKLEY AP Education Writer President Joe Biden has met his goal of having most elementary and middle schools open for full, in-person learning in his first 100 days,... Read more »

05/06/21 10:39 AM

Suspect killed after being shot by Casper Police while attempting to flee

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department said on Thursday morning that a suspect who was shot by an officer early this morning has been pronounced dead. “Shortly before 4:00am... Read more »

05/06/21 8:54 AM

Yellowstone to open East Entrance in Wyoming on Friday

CASPER, Wyo. — Weather-permitting, Yellowstone National Park’s East Entrance will open to the public at 8 am Friday, May 7. Yellowstone says that the South Entrance to West Thumb will... Read more »

05/05/21 4:27 PM

Wyoming governor declares ‘Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Awareness Day’

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has signed a proclamation declaring May 5 as “Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Awareness Day.” The governor established a task force in... Read more »

05/05/21 4:19 PM

Gordon, Lummis: Federal Reserve move boosts Wyoming’s lead on cryptocurrency banking

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon and Wyoming’s U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis said in a press release Wednesday that they welcome the Federal Reserve’s step which could lead to... Read more »

05/05/21 1:44 PM

Black Tooth Brewing to open new spot in downtown Casper’s ‘The Nolan’

CASPER, Wyo. — Downtown Casper will be getting a new Black Tooth Brewing Company location. Downtown’s new development “The Nolan” announced on Wednesday that Blacktooth is the first business commitment... Read more »

05/05/21 12:57 PM

About 100 people in quarantine in Sheridan after masks made voluntary recently

Roughly 100 people are in quarantine for possible COVID-19 exposure in two Sheridan schools. The quarantine is in response to “small concentrations of positive COVID-19 cases at both Highland Park... Read more »

05/05/21 11:33 AM

No. 2 House Republican backs Cheney ouster over Trump barbs

By LISA MASCARO and ALAN FRAM Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The No. 2 House Republican publicly called Wednesday for the removal of Rep. Liz Cheney from the party’s leadership, adding momentum... Read more »

05/05/21 7:46 AM

Cheney could be ‘toast’ in fight with Trump over GOP future

By LISA MASCARO, ALAN FRAM and MEAD GRUVER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy wants his party to stand firmly with Donald Trump, despite the former... Read more »

05/04/21 7:33 PM

Police investigation into threat against Rawlins High School students’ safety ongoing

The Rawlins Police Department is reporting that they are still investigating a threat to student safety at a Carbon County High School.

05/04/21 5:00 PM

Wyoming carbon capture research to see $64M boost; Gordon, Lummis see hope kindled for Cowboy State coal

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis said on Tuesday that a project that is slated to bring over $64 million in research dollars to Wyoming “is a huge... Read more »

05/04/21 4:13 PM

Wyoming reports 3 additional COVID related deaths, hospitalizations climb to 37

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reported 52 additional confirmed cases of COVID-19 during their 3 pm Tuesday, May 4 update. There have been 49,276 total confirmed cases in Wyoming... Read more »

05/04/21 3:15 PM

Wyoming takes legal action against Biden’s leasing moratorium

CHEYENNE, Wyo. –The State of Wyoming filed a motion for a preliminary injunction in its lawsuit against the Biden Administration’s Executive Order “pausing” oil and gas leasing on Federal lands,... Read more »

05/04/21 1:37 PM

Missing juvenile may be in Casper or Billings, MT areas; might be with unknown adult male

13-year-old Emily Barelle has been missing from the Casper, Wyoming area since April 20, 2021. Anonymous tips can left with the We Help The Missing tip line, at (866) 660-4025. Tips left with the hotline may remain anonymous.

05/04/21 11:08 AM

House GOP leader cites rank-and-file concerns about Cheney

By ALAN FRAM Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy amplified the renewed pressure on No. 3 House Republican leader Liz Cheney on Tuesday, citing rank-and-file concerns... Read more »

05/04/21 8:45 AM

Truckers on notice: Wyoming Highway Patrol to participate in national ‘enforcement blitz’

CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) announced Monday it will participate in the “nation’s biggest commercial carrier enforcement blitz” May 4-6. “This blitz will focus on hours... Read more »

05/03/21 5:09 PM

Gordon celebrates ‘tireless efforts’ of Wyoming teachers throughout pandemic

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon expressed gratitude on Monday for the work of teachers throughout the pandemic. “Teachers change lives and their tireless efforts and dedication to their... Read more »

05/03/21 5:00 PM

Wyoming Arts Council seeking candidates for $3K fellowship awards

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Arts Council is accepting applications for fellowships in a variety of areas through June 10. Fellowship recipients will all receive a $3,000 unrestricted award and... Read more »

05/03/21 3:14 PM

WYDOT: Survey gauging Wyoming’s desire to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation said on April 30 that people can respond to a survey gauging Wyomingites’ desire to add electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure through May... Read more »

05/03/21 3:04 PM

WYDOT: Seasonal paving operations begin around Laramie County in May

CASPER, Wyo — Seasonal paving operations in various locations around Laramie County will begin in the month of May, the Wyoming Department of Transportation said in release Monday. “Weather permitting,... Read more »

05/03/21 2:35 PM

Aggressive cow moose and her calf relocated away from Wyoming school; public reminded of danger

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department reminded people last week to never approach moose. Game wardens responded to a call about an aggressive cow moose and her... Read more »

05/03/21 2:19 PM

Wyoming calendar contest seeking photographers’ best wildlife images

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department said on Monday that “Wyoming Wildlife” magazine is calling for people to submit their best wildlife photographs for their second annual... Read more »

05/03/21 2:07 PM

Civil rights group calls for Wyoming lawmaker’s resignation for ‘distasteful’ tweet

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Pike’s Peak Southern Christian Leadership Conference, a Civil Rights organization, is calling on Rep. Cyrus Western (R-Sheridan) to resign his seat in response to a racially-charged... Read more »

05/03/21 1:39 PM

UW to receive $3M for research to expand, transform use of coal

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming said on April 30 that the U.S. Department of Energy will provide about $3 million in funding “for research focused on expanding and... Read more »

05/03/21 1:07 PM

UW honoring Northern Arapaho elder who received Purple Heart and Wyoming ranching advocate with top award

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming said on Monday, May 3 that they will be conferring honorary doctoral degrees on two individuals during their up-coming May 14-15 commencement ceremonies.... Read more »

05/03/21 12:42 PM

‘Love it and leave’: The choices facing Wyoming youth

April 30, 2021 by Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile In the fall of 2017, then Hot Springs High School senior Stormy Cox wrote of her home state: “In my heart I would love to stay... Read more »

05/03/21 11:02 AM

Mountain West Conference eliminates intraconference transfer rules,

May 1, 2021 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — The Mountain West has eliminated its intraconference transfer rules, becoming the latest Division I league to decide to solely be governed by... Read more »

05/03/21 9:15 AM

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Wyoming

Wyoming resident dies in crash on I-80 Saturday

UW Trustees to discuss residence hall finance, fall 2021 updates at meeting next week

Gordon ‘cautiously optimistic’ about Biden’s broad conservation vision

Wyoming Supreme Court enforces subpoena against ‘purported’ debt relief company WyoLaw

Gordon bans requiring ‘vaccine passports’ to access Wyoming spaces, services

‘Extensive resource damage’ forces camping restrictions at Wyoming’s popular Grayrocks Reservoir

New Wheatland ‘Wild Horse and Burro Off-Range Corral’ to offer ~50 animals at first adoption

Liz Cheney, Donald Trump feud gets mixed reviews in Wyoming

Cheyenne attorney Darin Smith announces campaign against Liz Cheney

In booting Cheney, McCarthy leads GOP back to Trump

9 Wyoming rest areas set to reopen for 2021 tourist season in time for Memorial Day Weekend

Wyoming politicians avoid Liz Cheney peril ahead of vote

Natrona County Coroner’s Office identifies man killed in Thursdays officer-involved shooting

Challenger hits Liz Cheney, says GOP must work with Trump

Biden hits schools goal even as many students learn remotely

Suspect killed after being shot by Casper Police while attempting to flee

Yellowstone to open East Entrance in Wyoming on Friday

Wyoming governor declares ‘Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Awareness Day’

Gordon, Lummis: Federal Reserve move boosts Wyoming’s lead on cryptocurrency banking

Black Tooth Brewing to open new spot in downtown Casper’s ‘The Nolan’

About 100 people in quarantine in Sheridan after masks made voluntary recently

No. 2 House Republican backs Cheney ouster over Trump barbs

Cheney could be ‘toast’ in fight with Trump over GOP future

Police investigation into threat against Rawlins High School students’ safety ongoing

Wyoming carbon capture research to see $64M boost; Gordon, Lummis see hope kindled for Cowboy State coal

Wyoming reports 3 additional COVID related deaths, hospitalizations climb to 37

Wyoming takes legal action against Biden’s leasing moratorium

Missing juvenile may be in Casper or Billings, MT areas; might be with unknown adult male

House GOP leader cites rank-and-file concerns about Cheney

Truckers on notice: Wyoming Highway Patrol to participate in national ‘enforcement blitz’

Gordon celebrates ‘tireless efforts’ of Wyoming teachers throughout pandemic

Wyoming Arts Council seeking candidates for $3K fellowship awards

WYDOT: Survey gauging Wyoming’s desire to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure

WYDOT: Seasonal paving operations begin around Laramie County in May

Aggressive cow moose and her calf relocated away from Wyoming school; public reminded of danger

Wyoming calendar contest seeking photographers’ best wildlife images

Civil rights group calls for Wyoming lawmaker’s resignation for ‘distasteful’ tweet

UW to receive $3M for research to expand, transform use of coal

UW honoring Northern Arapaho elder who received Purple Heart and Wyoming ranching advocate with top award

‘Love it and leave’: The choices facing Wyoming youth

Mountain West Conference eliminates intraconference transfer rules,

Crime

AP

Man kills 6, then self, at Colorado birthday party shooting

Cheyenne PD seeks subjects in felony larceny incident at Target

Laramie PD seeks subjects in alleged attempted auto theft with children in car

Recent Arrests (5-6-21 – 5-7-21)

Laramie County authorities seeking information on stolen rifle and toolkit

Obituaries

AP

Tawny Kitaen, star of ’80s rock music videos, dies at 59

Obituaries: Null, Howard, Bonnema

Obituaries: Commander, Lockman, Bluel

Obituary: Elijah Conner Norris

Bobby Unser, 87, Indy 500 champ in great racing family, dies

Community

Animals

Churchill Downs suspends Baffert after failed drug test

Wyoming resident dies in crash on I-80 Saturday

Winter storm could bring 8 inches of snow to SE Wyoming, I-80 summit

Cheyenne police seek missing teen Wagons-Neuman Saturday

Tawny Kitaen, star of ’80s rock music videos, dies at 59

Promoted

Health

May is Mental Health Month

This Spring, Take Control Of Your Dental Health

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month: Growing a Better Tomorrow for All Children, Together

Social Workers are Essential

Nonprofit agency looking for a VISTA Leader

Galleries

City

(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

PHOTOS: Hundreds attend rally against COVID restrictions at Capitol on Monday

Congress’ rescue aid: A dose of support, but is it enough?

National/World

AP

Washington Post says US secretly obtained reporters’ records