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Nebraska Police Justified In Shooting, Killing of Casper Woman, Evansville Man
Nebraska police were found to be justified in the shootings of a Casper woman and Evansville man who later died from their injuries, a preliminary investigation has determined.
February 24, 2021
Mother of Murdered Toddler Defends Herself on Social Media
The mother of a murdered Cheyenne toddler said on the Cheyenne Police Department's Facebook page that her 2-year-old son "was happy and never abused."
February 24, 2021
Jimmy Orr: Wyoming Police Dog Responsible For Busting Three Drug Traffickers in One Week
Arie, a K-9 with the Laramie County Sheriff's Office, was responsible for three felony drug arrests last week. What a good boy!
February 24, 2021
Cheyenne Man Held in Connection With Toddler’s Death
A Cheyenne man is being held in connection with the death of a 2-year-old boy whose body was found in a dumpster last week, the Cheyenne Police Department announced Tuesday.
February 23, 2021
Noem Calls For South Dakota AG to Resign After Fatal Crash
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has asked state attorney general Jason Ravnsborg to resign after he killed a man in a fatal hit and run last fall.
February 23, 2021
Lander Woman Provides Eyewitness Account of Togwotee Avalanche Rescue Mission
A Lander woman was having a normal day last week when she came across the search and rescue mission for the Togwotee avalanche that ultimately claimed the life of a Jackson snowboarder.
February 23, 2021
Caught On Video: 18-Wheeler Blows Over On Highway 85 in Southeastern Wyoming
Another 18-wheeler was toppled on Monday due to high gusts in Wyoming.
February 23, 2021
Snowmobilers Rescued After Two Day, 50-Member Search Effort In Park County Mountains
After 48 hours in the wilderness, search and rescue crews saved two men after both of their snowmobiles became disabled in the mountains of Park County.
February 23, 2021
Campbell County Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Stabbing Friend
A Campbell County resident has been charged with attempted murder and could face life imprisonment or death if convicted of stabbing a friend in the neck with a knife.
County 17February 17, 2021
Rock Springs: Men Charged With Manufacturing Pipe Bombs, Possession Of Meth, Etc.
Two Rock Springs men were charged with felony possession, manufacture, transportation, and sale of explosives along with numerous other felonies.
February 17, 2021
Indigenous People Make Up Almost 25% Of Wyoming Murder Victims
While making up only 3% of Wyomings population, the murders of indigenous people in the state accounted for almost one-quarter of the states murders over a 20-year period, according to a new report.
February 16, 2021
Virginia Man Dies In Snowboarding Accident In Jackson
A 27-year-old Virginia man has died as the result of a snowboarding accident Sunday at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
February 15, 2021
Alleged Kidnapping in Casper Shuts Down Portion of I-25
A misunderstanding between family members caused a portion of Interstate 25 in Casper to be shut down for a portion of Wednesday afternoon.
February 11, 2021
Gillette Police Officer Cleared in Fatal Shooting
Jeffery Sanders, the Gillette police officer involved in a fatal shooting last November, will not face criminal charges and is expected to return to full duty.
January 27, 2021
Former Wyoming National Guard Major Awarded $600k Settlement in Discrimination Case
A third EEOC judge ruled in Bennetts favor against the Wyoming Air National Guard, awarding a settlement of upwards of $600,000 in lost wages and legal fees.
Jen KocherJanuary 27, 2021
Mother of Abused Infant Charged with Felony Abuse, Misdemeanor Endangerment
The mother of a 3-month-old child who allegedly suffered 31 broken bones at the hands of his father now faces criminal charges for knowingly endangering the infant
County 17January 27, 2021
Man Arrested For Driving 150 MPH Near Glenrock; Found Cowering Under a Bush
A California man was clocked at 150mph while trying to elude the Wyoming Highway Patrol. He was later found cowering under a bush.
January 27, 2021
Wyoming Worst In The Nation For Drunk Driving in 2020
Wyoming ranked the worst overall for drunk driving problems and had more fatalities per 100,000 people than any other state
January 22, 2021
Park County Officials Warn Citizens That Stealing Road Signs Could Have Serious Repercussions
If someone were killed due to the hazard of signs being stolen, perpetrators could face manslaughter or negligent homicide charges.
January 22, 2021
Wyoming Crime: 127 Mph Pursuit Ends In One Arrest, One Escape
The pursuit ran for 16 miles south, continuing onto Highway 50 with speeds ranging between 100 to 127 miles per hour.
January 22, 2021
Riverton Man Who Drowned in Ice Fishing Outing Identified
The man died when his enclosed ATV tipped on its side and fell into open water trapping the man and his dog.
January 22, 2021
Suspects Arrested in Wyoming Arson, Vehicle Thefts
Two suspects have been arrested during a felony investigation into a series of stolen vehicles in Wyoming, at least one of which was set on fire
County 17January 21, 2021
Multiple Emergencies In Beartooth Mountains Test Rescue Resources, Survival Instincts
The importance of search and rescue volunteers and law enforcement professionals was on display this month as two emergencies happened simultaneously in the Beartooth Mountains, while being complicated by the weather.
January 20, 2021
No Charges To Be Filed Against Riverton Man Who Shot Wife
A Riverton man who shot his wife after she reportedly startled him will not be prosecuted according to Fremont County authorities.
January 20, 2021