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Gordon Outlines How Wyoming Will Spend $1 Billion In Federal Funds
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon outlined how his administration intends to use the $1 billion in federal funds allocated to the state.
May 19, 2021
Barrasso Praises Biden For Willingness to Work With Republicans
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso actually had kind words regarding President Joe Biden and his administration for their willingness to work with congressional Republicans on the proposed infrastructure bill.
May 18, 2021
Wyo Supreme Court: Saudi Arabian Resident Doesn’t Have to Argue Custody Case Against Russian Wife in Teton County
The Wyoming Supreme Court ruled a Saudi Arabian man can respond to a custody case by his ex-Russian wife in Bahrain rather than Teton County.
May 17, 2021
UW Prof/Author: Cheney Situation Is Uncharted Territory For Wyoming
UW Poly Sci professor James King said the situation surrounding Liz Cheney and President Trump is completely unprecedented in Wyoming politics.
Jen KocherMay 15, 2021
Wyo Supreme Court: Self-Defense Claims Rejected In Lover’s Triangle Shooting
A mans claims that he acted in self-defense when he shot a Cheyenne man during a quarrel stemming from a lovers triangle were rejected Friday by Wyomings Supreme Court.
May 14, 2021
Gordon Extends Masks in Schools and Capacity Limit Public Health Orders Until May 31
Wyoming public health orders including masks in schools and capacity limits for indoor events will be extended until the end of May.
May 13, 2021
Lummis Promotes Grizzly Delisting While Questioning Biden Nominee
Lummis, who sponsored grizzly delisting legislation earlier this year, told the Biden nominee it was time to shift management of the bear to the states.
May 13, 2021
Cheney: We Have a Responsibility to Fight For, Rebuild Republican Party
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney still believes in the conservative values of the Republican Party and wants to continue to fight for them, she told Wyoming reporters on Thursday morning.
May 13, 2021
Liz Cheney Declines To Answer Questions About White House Bid
Appearing on The Today Show on Thursday, Liz Cheney would not rule out a possible run for the presidency stating that she would do "whatever it takes" to keep former President Trump away from the Oval Office.
Jimmy OrrMay 13, 2021
Funds To Drill 1.3 Mile Tunnel Through Teton Pass On Wish List For WYDOT
As part of President Biden's $2 trillion infrastructure plan, WYDOT is putting together a "wish list" of projects including a 1.3 mile tunnel through Teton Pass.
Wendy CorrMay 12, 2021
Cheney Opponents Praise House Republicans For Ouster
Republican challengers to U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney in her congressional re-election campaign are praising House Republicans for removing her from her position as House Republican Conference chair on Wednesday.
May 12, 2021
Wyoming Republican Party Explains Situation Behind $52K FEC Fine
The Wyo Republican Party said it was fined $52,000 for late reporting of joint fundraising activities with the Republican National Committee and the campaign to elect Donald Trump as president in 2016.
May 12, 2021
Trump Celebrates After Cheney Ousted From House Leadership Position
Former President Trump said: "She is a warmonger whose family stupidly pushed us into the never-ending Middle East Disaster, draining our wealth and depleting our Great Military, the worst decision in our Countrys history."
May 12, 2021
Cheney Vows to Make Sure Trump Never Gets Back to Oval Office
Following her ouster from House Republican leadership on Wednesday morning, Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney said she will lead the way to ensure the former president doesn't reclaim her former position again.
Jimmy OrrMay 12, 2021
Cheney Blasts Trump From House Floor On Night Before Expected Ouster From Leadership
Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney on Tuesday said Trump's continued insistence that he lost the election threatens democracy and could incite further violence.
May 12, 2021
Governor Gordon Withdraws Wyoming from COVID-era Unemployment Programs
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on Tuesday announced that Wyoming will end its participation in federal supplemental unemployment benefits in order to address workforce shortages being felt throughout the state.
May 12, 2021
Gordon Urges Biden Administration To Take Action At Border
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon and 19 other Republican governors sent a letter Tuesday to President Joe Biden urging him to secure the southern border and stem the influx of migrants illegally entering the country.
The Center SquareMay 11, 2021
Report: Wyoming’s Teachers Least Underpaid In Nation
While teachers across the country might be underpaid when compared to other professions, a report from the Economic Policy Institute showed that Wyoming's teachers are the least underpaid.
May 11, 2021
National Pollster Dick Morris Thinks Chuck Gray Can Beat Liz Cheney
National pollster Dick Morris said he believes Rep. Chuck Gray, R-Casper, can beat U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney in next year's House primary election.
May 11, 2021
Wyoming GOP Rejects Complaint About Uinta GOP Elections
The Wyoming GOP Central Committee said the Uinta County Republican Party did nothing wrong when it allowed party officers to vote in an annual election for party leaders.
May 11, 2021
Cheney is On Her Own; Barrasso, Lummis, Gordon Offer No Support
Wyoming's top elected officials are offering no support for U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney as she fights to retain her U.S. House leadership position.
May 11, 2021
Al Simpson: ‘Right Wing Crazies’ Jeopardize Republican Chances of Winning Majority in House of Representatives
Former Sen. Al Simpson said if the Republicans vote for "right wing crazies" in the primary election, voters will opt for Democrats in the general and the GOP won't retake the House.
Wendy CorrMay 11, 2021
Opinion: The Legislature, Education, And Closing the Coal Gap
In a guest column, four Wyoming state representatives said in order to properly fund education, the state must reduce spending, redirect existing revenue flows, and find new revenues.
House Speaker Albert SommersMay 11, 2021
Retired U.S. Army Colonel To Move Back To Wyoming To Run Against Cheney
Denton Knapp told Cowboy State Daily he will be arriving in Gillette on Tuesday to begin the process of becoming a Wyoming resident so he can challenge U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney in her re-election bid.
May 10, 2021