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Attorney Says Chuck Gray Lost Privacy On Voter Info By Texting News Outlet

The Cheyenne attorney asking authorities to prosecute Chuck Gray for handing over voter information to the feds now says Gray lost attorney-client privacy by texting a news outlet. Gray calls the new allegation “more lunacy ... from a radical leftwing attorney."

Clair McFarlandApril 18, 2026

Former Speaker of the House Albert Sommers is running to reclaim the seat he occupied for House District 20.

Former House Speaker Albert Sommers Wants His Seat In The Legislature Back

Former House Speaker Albert Sommers is running to win back his Sublette County House District 20 seat. The Legislature needs “less political theater and theatrics,” he said about what he’s observed in Cheyenne the last two years.

Clair McFarlandApril 17, 2026

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Gordon Orders Agency To Start Food Welfare Program, Lawmaker Says 'Stay In Your Lane'

Gov. Mark Gordon on Wednesday ordered a state agency to start a new summertime food welfare program for students after lawmakers repeatedly rejected the $3 million endeavor. “Stay in your lane, governor,” Rep. Ken Pendergraft warned.

Clair McFarlandApril 16, 2026

Casper state Rep. Steve Harshman, the longest-serving Wyoming House member, is running for state superintendent of public instruction. "Bottom line, I love Wyoming schools and spent all my life in Wyoming schools," the longtime teacher and coach said.

Steve Harshman, Longest Serving House Member, Runs For Wyoming Schools Chief

Casper state Rep. Steve Harshman, the longest-serving Wyoming House member, is running for state superintendent of public instruction. "Bottom line, I love Wyoming schools and spent all my life in Wyoming schools," the longtime teacher and coach said.

Clair McFarlandApril 16, 2026

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Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon Will Not Seek Third Term

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on Thursday announced he will not seek a third term in office. Wyoming law limits the governor to two terms, but Wyoming Supreme Court precedent suggests that law could be overturned easily. “We have just come off a solid legislative win," Gordon said.

Clair McFarlandApril 16, 2026

Five Wyoming U.S. House candidates, including three Republicans, condemn President Trump's posting of a Jesus-like image of himself. One called the image “blatantly blasphemous,” while another said it wasn’t as bad as "so many worse things he’s done."

Five Wyoming U.S. House Candidates Condemn Trump’s Jesus-Like Image

Five Wyoming U.S. House candidates, including three Republicans, condemn President Trump's posting of a Jesus-like image of himself. One called the image “blatantly blasphemous,” while another said it wasn’t as bad as "so many worse things he’s done."  

Clair McFarlandApril 15, 2026

Wyoming Department of Transportation officials say two new massive snowplows that each cost more than $500,000 are major upgrades to the state’s fleet of heavy machinery. They make up for the cost by being super-efficient. 

Why WYDOT’s New Plow Trucks Cost $500,000 Each

Wyoming Department of Transportation officials say two new massive snowplows that each cost more than $500,000 are major upgrades to the state’s fleet of heavy machinery. They make up for the cost by being super-efficient. 

Kate MeadowsApril 14, 2026

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Three Rematches Set, So Far, In Wyoming's House Races

At least three rematches in the Wyoming House of Representatives have surfaced so far this campaign season, and one more looks likely. They all feature Republicans facing other Republicans and challengers aren't particularly complimentary of their foes.

Clair McFarlandApril 14, 2026

The first fully assembled Sentinel missile is show, along with one of the sites for the old Minuteman III missiles the Sentinel will replace.

$140.9 Billion Sentinel Missile Program Pushed To Make Up Time For Delays

The $140.9 billion Sentinel missile program is racing to catch up after cost overruns triggered a Congressional review and delays. Officials say the stakes are high for national defense, and Wyoming and F.E. Warren Air Force Base sit at the heart of the push.

Renée JeanApril 14, 2026

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Legislature's To-Do List: Business Council’s Future, AI And Consider Wind Tax

Wyoming lawmakers plan this year to reevaluate whether the Wyoming Business Council has a future, study the effect of artificial intelligence on education, and the prospect of taxing wind energy facilities.

Clair McFarlandApril 14, 2026

A Cheyenne-based attorney is asking Wyoming authorities to investigate Secretary of State Chuck Gray for alleged election-related crimes. George Powers says Gray violated state election law by giving sensitive voter data to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Cheyenne Attorney Files Complaint For Criminal Investigation Of Chuck Gray

A Cheyenne-based attorney is asking Wyoming authorities to investigate Secretary of State Chuck Gray for alleged election-related crimes. George Powers says Gray violated state election law by giving sensitive voter data to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Clair McFarlandApril 13, 2026

Joseph Kibler, who ran first for the GOP nomination, then floated a write-in or unaffiliated run, then sought the Constitution Party nomination for the Wyoming governor’s race, announced Friday he’s stepping away from his campaign.

Gubernatorial Candidate Vying For Constitution Party Nomination Suspends Campaign

Joseph Kibler, who first ran for the GOP nomination, then floated a write-in or unaffiliated run, then sought the Constitution Party nomination for the Wyoming governor’s race, announced Friday he’s stepping away from his campaign.

Clair McFarlandApril 10, 2026

Gov. Mark Gordon apologized to Secretary of State Chuck Gray this week for telling Gray to “shut up” last week, calling for more formality at meetings from now on. It’s the latest in a long-running feud between the governor and secretary of state. They're seen here in a file photo.

Gordon Apologizes For Telling Gray To 'Shut Up,’ Urges More Formality At Meetings

Gov. Mark Gordon apologized to Secretary of State Chuck Gray this week for telling Gray to “shut up” last week, calling for more formality at meetings from now on. It’s the latest in a long-running feud between the governor and secretary of state.

Clair McFarlandApril 10, 2026

Despite being in the Wyoming Freedom Caucus together, neither Rep. Ken Pendergraft (right) nor Rep. Jeremy Haroldson (left) were shocked Thursday to find they're endorsing different candidates in the Wyoming governor’s race.

Wyoming Freedom Caucus Members Split On Who Should Be Governor

Despite being in the Freedom Caucus together, neither Rep. Pendergraft nor Rep. Haroldson were shocked Thursday to find they're endorsing different candidates in the governor’s race. Pendergraft is behind Brent Bien while Haroldson supports Degenfelder.

Clair McFarlandApril 09, 2026

While Wyoming was among the first states to hand sensitive voter data to the Dept. of Justice last year, six GOP-led states and 23 Democrat-led states are fighting the initiative in court. "The Radical Left and media will stop at nothing," Chuck Gray said.

Here's What Red States That Didn't Hand Voter Data To The Feds Are Saying

While Wyoming was among the first states to hand sensitive voter data to the Dept. of Justice last year, six GOP-led states and 23 Democrat-led states are fighting the initiative in court. "The Radical Left and media will stop at nothing," Chuck Gray said.

Clair McFarlandApril 08, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference in James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House on April 6, 2026, in Washington, D.C.

Wyoming Delegation Stands By Trump After 'Whole Civilization Will Die' Post

Wyoming’s congressional delegation did not condemn President Trump’s Tuesday pre-Iran-ceasefire threat that “a whole civilization will die tonight," while some cast it as a call for genocide. "It’s time for Iran to choose peace," said Sen. Barrasso.

Clair McFarlandApril 08, 2026

Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak says the city of Cheyenne’s push for annexation is “the mayor land-grabbing” for tax revenue. Mayor Patrick Collins says he “understands the narrative, but it just isn’t true."

Laramie County Sheriff Says Cheyenne Annexations A ‘Land Grab’ By Mayor

Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak says the city of Cheyenne’s push for annexation is “the mayor land-grabbing” for tax revenue. Mayor Patrick Collins says he “understands the narrative, but it just isn’t true."

Kate MeadowsApril 07, 2026

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Democrat Lisa Kinney Enters House Race, Says Protect Public Lands

Calling for more state sovereignty over key issues, former state lawmaker and attorney Lisa Kinney is running for the Democratic nomination for Wyoming’s only U.S. House seat. She could face whoever survives the huge rumble in the Republican primary.

Clair McFarlandApril 07, 2026

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City Worker Files Ethics Complaint Against Rock Springs Council Member

An ethics complaint has been filed against Rock Springs City Councilman Rick Milonas by a city employee, who says Milonas falsely accused him of “advancing a ‘gay agenda.’” The councilman also criticized the mayor and says the complaint is “retaliation.”

Kate MeadowsApril 07, 2026

A Teton County family promises to price-cap 70% of the homes in a new 553-house neighborhood south of Jackson. It would be the first major non-luxury development of 100 or more homes in the nation’s wealthiest county in 30 years.

Family Attempts First Major Non-Luxury Housing Development In Teton County In 30 Years

A Teton County family promises to price-cap 70% of the homes in a new 553-house neighborhood south of Jackson. It would be the first major non-luxury development of 100 or more homes in the nation’s wealthiest county in 30 years.

Clair McFarlandApril 06, 2026

Elwood Mead became Wyoming’s “godfather of measuring water” taming water chaos in the territory, then he built Hoover Dam that created his namesake Lake Mead. Experts say today’s Colorado River crisis could use his insight about now.

Engineers Say Colorado River Crisis Could Use Wyoming’s ‘Godfather Of Water’ About Now

Elwood Mead was known as Wyoming’s “godfather of measuring water." As head of the Bureau of Reclamation, he oversaw the building of Hoover Dam that created Lake Mead, which was named after him. Engineers say today’s Colorado River crisis could use his insight.

David MadisonApril 05, 2026

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Incoming University Of Wyoming President Wants To Build Bridges, Dissolve Drama

Incoming U.W. President Brigadier General Shane Reeves told Cowboy State Daily he wants to build bridges and dissolve drama at the university, as well as build trust and connections throughout the state by talking to state legislators and stakeholders.

Clair McFarlandApril 03, 2026

Tensions between Gov. Mark Gordon and Secretary of State Chuck Gray erupted again Thursday, April 2, 2026, during a meeting of the Wyoming Board of Land Commissioners. At one point, Gordon told Gray to “shut up” during a debate over affordable housing.

Round 2: Gov. Gordon Tells Chuck Gray To 'Shut Up' At Fiery Land Board Meeting

Tensions between Gov. Mark Gordon and Secretary of State Chuck Gray erupted again Thursday during a meeting of the Wyoming Board of Land Commissioners. Gordon told Gray to “shut up” during a debate and asked him to step out of the room.

David MadisonApril 03, 2026

Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder has apologized for her department's release of unredacted student information in a public records request. She said the release was the result of "human error" and those involved have been reprimanded.

Megan Degenfelder Apologizes For 'Unredacted' Student Info Release

Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder has apologized for her department's release of unredacted student information in a public records request. She said the release was the result of "human error" and those involved have been reprimanded.

Clair McFarlandApril 02, 2026

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