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Wyoming Joins In Lawsuit Over Biden Immigration Policy
In joining 19 other states in a lawsuit challenging the immigration policies of President Biden, Gov. Gordon said, "Their continued failure to fulfill the constitutional duty and secure our border impacts all Americans."
April 14, 2022
Snow Storm Leads to Three Semi Rollovers, Two Jackknifed Semis In Campbell County
Wind gusts, blowing snow, cold temperatures, and icy road conditions are being blamed for the three rollovers and two jackknifed semi-trucks on 1-90 and other roadways in Campbell County
April 14, 2022
Bouchard Accuses Wyoming Hospital Association Director Of Defamation Over Complaint
A video showing a confrontation between a Wyoming hospital lobbyist and two Wyoming senators does not appear to be as tense of an exchange as led to believe.
April 13, 2022
Wyo Towns Upset Over Lack Of Liquor Licenses; Mayors Want Capitalism, Not Big Government
Two Wyoming mayors say the state's system of restricting the number of liquor licenses that can be awarded is limiting economic growth.
Jimmy OrrApril 13, 2022
Who Is Brent Bien And Why Is He Running For Governor In Wyoming?
The Laramie native retired to his home state of Wyoming three years ago after finishing his military career as officer-in-charge of the U.S. Marine Corps base on Guam. Now, he's running for governor.
Wendy CorrApril 13, 2022
Wyo School Superintendents Average $141,00 Per Year; 22% Higher Than Recommended By Legislature
Wyoming school district superintendent salaries averaged $141,358, about $25,000 more than the the Legislature recommended. The highest paid superintendent makes $210,000 in Teton County.
Clair McFarlandApril 13, 2022
2020 Study: Almost 25% Of Wyoming Workers Employed In Government
Almost one-quarter of Wyomings civilian workers were employed by local, state or federal government entities in 2020, according to a new state report.
April 12, 2022
Sleep Experts Say Quit Changing Time On Clocks; Pick One And Leave It Alone
The director of the Wyoming Sleep Disorder Center said the twice annual time change is bad for your health and said switching to any permanent time (Daylight Saving or Standard) would be hugely beneficial.
Wendy CorrApril 12, 2022
Wyoming Law Unclear About Shooting Down Drones; Legislative Committee To Study Trespassing
The Joint Judiciary Committee will address the issue of property-invading drones this year. Currently, there is no penalty in Wyoming for flying a drone over someone elses property, except for cases of voyeurism.
Clair McFarlandApril 12, 2022
Fremont County Gets $37 Million For New Hospital
The largest U.S. Department of Agriculture loan ever made in Wyoming has moved Fremont County $37 million closer to a new hospital.
Clair McFarlandApril 11, 2022
Cheney: United States Should Be Committed To Ukrainian Victory
The United States should be committed to ensuring victory in the Ukraine to stop a "genocide" now occurring there, U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney said during a Sunday interview.
April 11, 2022
Wyoming Supreme Court Tells Man He Must Prove He Does Not Have Pot
The Wyoming Supreme Court said a man who claimed he didn't have marijuana when he was captured by police with marijuana was the one who had to prove it.
April 08, 2022
Gordon Applauds Ruling To Reinstate Trump-Era Water Rules
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon applauded a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Thursday that reinstates a Trump-era clean water rule.
April 08, 2022
Megan Degenfelder Enters Superintendent Race, Says Voices Of Parents Being Silenced
Megan Degenfelder, a former chief policy officer for the state Department of Education, announced she is running for the office to address problems caused by anti-American values in education and a silencing of the voices of parents.
April 08, 2022
Cheney, Hageman Trade Barbs In Dispute Over Jackson, Romney, Trump
While united in expressing concerns over Supreme Court nominee Kentaji Jackson on Thursday, Rep. Liz Cheney and challenger Harriet Hageman found plenty of fault with each other.
Clair McFarlandApril 08, 2022
Bill Introduced To Create Universal “No Fly” List For Violent Passengers; Lummis Opposed
Lummis said she has nothing against individual airlines choosing to deny service to individuals who have broken the rules but to bring the federal government into it is overreach.
Jimmy OrrApril 07, 2022
University of Wyoming’s Only Ukrainian Student Rallying Support For Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine rages on and proof of atrocities against civilians mounts, University of Wyoming's only Ukrainian student is on a mission to garner support for her home country.
Wendy CorrApril 07, 2022
More Than One-Third Of Wyoming’s Electric Vehicles In Teton County; Three Counties Have Zero
Although there are only 456 electric cars registered in Wyoming, more than one-third of those are in Teton County. Three counties, Big Horn, Crook, and Niobrara, have no electric vehicles.
April 07, 2022
Cheney Takes Down Former Trump Lawyer Rudy Giuliani During Floor Speech
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney fired at former President Donald Trump's previous attorney Rudy Giuliani this week during a House floor speech, pointing out he lost his ability to practice law after following Trump's election claims.
April 07, 2022
Supreme Court Rules Jackson Man Does Not Have Fundamental Right To Distribute Marijuana
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that a Jackson resident and congressional candidate Casey Hardison does not have a fundamental right to distribute marijuana.
April 06, 2022
State Legal Panel Says Laramie County D.A. Should Pay $91,000 For Hearing Expenses
On top of finding Laramie County DA Leigh Anne Manlove incompetent and recommending she be disbarred, the legal panel that oversees Wyoming attorneys is recommending she pay $91,000 for the hearing against her.
April 06, 2022
Barrasso, Lummis Will Vote Against Jackson Confirmation To Supreme Court
Both of Wyomings U.S. senators plan to vote against Judge Kentaji Jacksons appointment to the nations highest court.
Clair McFarlandApril 06, 2022
Lander Hospital Says It Shouldn’t Pay Medical Bills For Woman Whose Eye Was Gouged Out
Lander's SageWest Hospital said it should not be responsible for the medical bills of a Fort Washakie woman who died after her eye was gouged out by a fellow patient.
Clair McFarlandApril 06, 2022
Gordon Says He Wants Second Term To Finish What He Started
In an interview with Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday, Gov. Mark Gordon said he is seeking a second term to build-on the initiatives he launched in his first term.
April 05, 2022