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Gillette 16-Year-Old Hits 142 MPH In Cadillac Trying To Outrun Cops

A former race car driver and the Campbell County undersheriff say a 16-year-old boy who led police on a high-speed chase hitting 142 mph is lucky. Any slight mishap at that speed is probably not survivable, they said.

Nebraska High School Picks O.J. Simpson For Inspirational Quote

Although some were certain it had so be a senior prank, a high school east of Lusk, Wyoming, chose a statement by O.J. Simpson as the inspirational quote in its commencement announcement. Turns out, it was approved at the highest levels.

Laramie Stinks, But It's Just Temporary

Citizens of Laramie were put under a "Temporary Odor Alert" late Wednesday by town authorities. A routine process at the Waste Water Treatment Plant created a "strong, rotten egg odor" and will likely persist for the next 24 hours.

Shocking Video Shows Cody Roberts Kissing Weak, Injured Wolf In Wyoming Bar

A shocking video clip provided to Cowboy State Daily on Friday evening shows Daniel, Wyoming, resident Cody Roberts in a local bar kneeling over and lifting the head of an obviously weak and injured wolf to kiss it.

Wyoming Legislators Call For Special Session After Latest Round Of Gordon Vetoes

Sen. Cheri Steinmetz and Rep. John Bear on Saturday both called for a special session of the Wyoming Legislature citing Gov. Gordon's vetoes of bills which were overwhelmingly passed by legislators.

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Former President Trump Endorses Barrasso For GOP Whip

Former President Trump on Thursday evening endorsed Wyoming's senior senator John Barrasso for Senate Republican Whip. "John Barrasso has my complete and total endorsement," Trump said.

Cheney Backs Nikki Haley; Hageman Calls Haley “Liz Cheney Lite”

After former Rep. Liz Cheney on Friday urged Nikki Haley to stay in the presidential race, current Rep. Harriet Hageman called Haley "Cheney Lite" and predicted she would lose in her home state similar to Cheney's fate in Wyoming.

Former Wyoming Catholic College Head Kevin Roberts Blasts 'Global Elites' At Davos

Remarks made by former head of Wyoming Catholic College and now president of the Heritage Foundation on Thursday went viral after he blasted "elites" at the Global Economic Forum in Davos. He called their mission "laughable" and said they are part of the problem.

Hageman Honors Green River Hero Who Saved Lives In House Fire

U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman on Friday recognized Green River hero Ryan Pasborg who risked his life by running into a burning house to save the life of a mother and her son. Last month, Pasborg received the nation's highest civilian award for heroism.

Cowboy State Daily's Top 20 Wyoming Sunrises of 2023

Every morning, Cowboy State Daily publishes a reader-submitted daily sunrise photo. Here are the top 20 photos that received the most engagement on social media in 2023. Enjoy ...

Josh Allen’s Christmas Gift To Brokenhearted Young Bills Fan

Former Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen didn't see a young fan's homemade sign asking him to sign his jersey. But Josh did see the video later. So he found out who the little boy was and made it right...

New C.J. Box “Joe Pickett” Novel About Rogue Grizzly Bear Comes Out In Early 2024

Good news for Joe Pickett fans. C.J. Box's 24th novel about the Wyoming game warden will be released in February 2024, and will be centered around a rogue grizzly bear going around Wyoming killing people.

Wyoming Dog No One Wanted Gets Adopted Before Christmas

When Shelby Joyce read the story about a Wyoming dog with a lopsided face that no one seemed to want, she jumped into action. As a result, "Princess Martha" got a forever home just in time for Christmas.

Barney Cam: The Making Of The Original White House Christmas Videos

The original White House Christmas videos weren't politicized. The first one was created to show off the Christmas decorations in the White House because public tours were closed because of 9/11. The second one was created so Mrs. Bush could play the video for sick children at the Children's National Hospital.

Tanker Carrying 57 Tons Of Molten Sulfur Extracted From 200-Foot Snowy Embankment

It took a couple hours longer than expected, but the the giant semitruck carrying 57 tons of molten sulfur, which plummeted 200 feet in a raging blizzard last week, was retrieved from its icy grave by 15 men and three "huge" wreckers on Wednesday afternoon.

Wyoming Needs To Rally To Give This Dog A Merry Christmas

Black Dog Animal Rescue is guessing that Martha, a two-year old shepherd/pit bull mix, hasn't been adopted yet because she has a crooked face due to a birth defect or trauma. But she's been through an obedience program and is a happy little girl. We know someone in Wyoming can give her a forever home for Christmas.

Revolt On Capitol Hill Against Biden's EV Mandate, Lummis Leading Charge In Senate

Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Thursday called on President Biden to drop his controversial EV mandate. Democrats joined Republicans in the House on Wednesday in voting for legislation to kill the mandate, and 4,000 auto dealers want the mandate dropped as well.

Guests Evacuated At Old Faithful Snow Lodge After Fire Breaks Out In Laundry Room

On the final night of the season at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge in Yellowstone, a fire broke out in the laundry room causing guests to be evacuated while firefighters extinguished the blaze.

Another Day, Another Bear Attack; This One In Glitzy Aspen Resort

A bear broke into the swanky St. Regis Aspen Resort on Monday and had a tussle with a hapless security guard. Officials called the encounter an attack, but if it was an NBA game, the security guard would probably be called for flopping.

Why Are There Still Leaves On The Trees In Late October?

Usually by this time of year in Cheyenne, the community resembles a desolate moonscape. If there are any leaves left, they are brown and crumpled in the gutter. But this year, autumn has been spectacular.

Wyoming Delegation Firmly Behind Israel; Gordon Lowers The Flags

Each member of Wyoming’s congressional delegation issued statements expressing their support for Israel and its right to defend itself after Hamas’ terrorist attacks on the country over the weekend. Gov Gordon lowered the flags on Monday for the lives lost.

Missing Hiker Found Dead; Fell To Death Above Spider Lake In Sublette County

The body of missing hiker John Diepholz was found late Thursday morning above Spider Lake in the Wind River Mountains. Authorities say the 64-year-old Minnesota man likely fell to his death.

Ninja Motorcyclist Tops 165 MPH In Wild Chase On Interstate 80

In a high-speed chase on Interstate 80 that lasted more than 70 miles on Monday evening, a motorcyclist exceeded 165 mph in an attempt to elude the Wyoming Highway Patrol. The biker crashed, and somehow lived, when trying to exit on Vedauwoo Road.

California Woman Falls To Death In Grand Teton National Park

A California woman fell to her death while hiking on the west side of Teewinot Mountain in Grand Teton National Park on Friday.

Rare Double Funnel Cloud Over Ethete Is Probably Not Rare Double Funnel Cloud

Although it may look like a rare double funnel cloud that was spotted near Ethete, Wyoming, on Friday morning, it probably wasn't.

Josh Allen Works Really Hard For It, But Finally Delivers A Joke

Former University of Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen had to work very hard to deliver an obscene joke Wednesday morning, but when he was able to finally deliver the punchline, he reacted as if he won the Super Bowl.