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Cheyenne Officials Haven't Said Who Polluted Its Reuse Water System
Speculation is growing over whether a data center could be linked to pollution discovered in Cheyenne's reuse wastewater system earlier this year, as city officials haven't reported the identity of the industrial user responsible for the discharge.
Kate MeadowsJune 30, 2026
In About-Face, Gordon Lauds Supreme Court Ruling Protecting Girls Sports
In an about-face, Gov. Mark Gordon lauded a U.S. Supreme Court ruling Tuesday upholding states' bans on trans participation in girls' sports. In 2023 he called Wyoming's first trans sports ban "draconian."
Clair McFarlandJune 30, 2026
Wyoming Democrats Say They’re Not Divorcing Party Over Mamdani, Socialism Movement
Prominent Wyoming Democrats say they are not calling for a split in their party due to the growing socialist movement nationally. “Wyoming is not New York City,” so the issues are different, said state Sen. Chris Rothfuss.
Clair McFarlandJune 30, 2026
'Common Sense Republicans' Declare War On Wyoming Freedom Caucus
A new political group called the 'Common Sense Republicans' have erected six billboards urging voters to “STOP The Freedom Caucus Agenda." Rep. John Bear, a well-known member of the Freedom Caucus, says he "loves" the billboards.
Clair McFarlandJune 29, 2026
‘Vote For Greta’: German Shepherd Has Huge Support In Park County
Greta, a German shepherd with a platform of “more belly rubs for all,” is getting huge support in Park County since a “Vote For Greta” sign went up in Cody. “She certainly can’t be worse than, like, half the people running,” said one voter.
Greg JohnsonJune 29, 2026
Sweetwater County School District Apologizes For Barlow Campaign Message On Parent App
Sweetwater County School District No. 1, already a magnet for headlines, apologized Saturday for what it called the error of a staffer releasing a campaign message for gubernatorial candidate Eric Barlow through the ParentSquare messaging app.
Clair McFarlandJune 29, 2026
Johnson County Sheriff Releases Body Cam Video Of Rep. Bill Allemand's DUI Arrest
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office on Friday released body camera video of state Rep. Bill Allemand's December DUI arrest. Allemand grew more adversarial toward the deputy throughout his arrest, ultimately calling him an "asshole."
Clair McFarlandJune 27, 2026
Longtime Voice Of Sheridan Indian Relay Quits Over Traffic Stop With 'Racist Overtones'
The longtime voice of the Sheridan Indian Relay Races has quit over an interaction with law enforcement he claims had "racist overtones." He said the decision to not return was because the rodeo's board didn't stand behind him and condemn his treatment.
Julie MankinJune 26, 2026
Wyoming Republican Party Cracking Down On Use Of Official RNC Elephant Logo
The Common Sense Republicans for Wyoming group says they will alter their billboards after the Wyoming Republican Party warned it could be a violation to use the official GOP elephant logo. They aren't alone — other candidates and groups are doing the same.
Clair McFarlandJune 26, 2026
Wyoming Lawmakers Start Work To Fix $3.9 Million School Activities Shortage
Wyoming lawmakers meeting Thursday in Lander promised a crowded room repeatedly that they would fix a $3.9 million decrease in public school sports and activities funding that shocked parents and schools this spring.
Clair McFarlandJune 26, 2026
Mandatory Country-Of-Origin Labeling Facing Long Odds After Senate Omission
Rep. Harriet Hageman is vowing to continue the fight for her bill which mandates country-of-origin labeling for beef, despite the Senate Ag Committee's failure to include it in the Farm Bill. “Americans want to know where their meat comes," she said.
Kate MeadowsJune 25, 2026
It’s Official: Trump Will Attend July 3 Fireworks Celebration At Mount Rushmore
President Trump announced Thursday he will attend the July 3 fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore, a centerpiece event commemorating America's 250th. The event also marks the return of fireworks over Mount Rushmore for the first time in six years.
Kate MeadowsJune 25, 2026
Wyoming Congressional Candidate Reid Rasner Fired By Clearinghouse
Wyoming congressional candidate Reid Rasner, who works as a financial advisor, was “discharged” from his broker clearinghouse company in late April on allegations that he “engaged in unapproved outside business activity,” federal filings say.
Clair McFarlandJune 24, 2026
35 Candidates, Including Two Wyo Gov Hopefuls, Sign Love Your Enemies Pledge
The Wyoming group that launched a civility movement after the killing of Charlie Kirk has gotten 35 candidates to sign a peacemaker pledge to love their enemies. That includes gubernatorial candidates Eric Barlow and Megan Degenfelder.
Clair McFarlandJune 24, 2026
Wyoming Lawmakers Call For Raises For Prosecutors And Judges
Wyoming lawmakers started work Tuesday to lift the upper limit on county prosecutors' salaries from $153,700 to $180,000. The bill would raise Wyoming Supreme Court Justices’ salaries to nearly $225,000 and district court judge salaries to almost $202,000.
Clair McFarlandJune 23, 2026
Kemmerer Lays Groundwork For Possible Man Camp As Residents Object
During a lengthy meeting that grew contentious, the Kemmerer City Council on Monday approved an ordinance establishing regulations for a possible man camp inside city limits. "The groundwork’s been laid,” Kemmerer Mayor Robert Bowen said after the vote.
Kate MeadowsJune 23, 2026
Wyoming Supreme Court Declines To Appoint Prosecutor To Investigate Chuck Gray
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Tuesday denied a Cheyenne-based attorney’s request for an order appointing a special prosecutor to investigate Secretary of State Chuck Gray for handing sensitive voter data to the federal government.
Clair McFarlandJune 23, 2026
Wyoming Business Council Chief Spars With Committee That Tried To Kill Agency
The head of the Wyoming Business Council sparred Monday with the Joint Appropriations Committee, which has tried to kill it. "No answer, no money," was the reply CEO Josh Dorrell got when he said he won't know the WBC's budget ask until August.
Clair McFarlandJune 23, 2026
California, New York Aim To Ban 3D Printers That Can Make ‘Ghost Guns’
In the latest twist in efforts to ban 3D-printed “ghost guns,” lawmakers in New York and California are pushing to ban printers capable of making them. From a technical standpoint, the bans won’t work, said Kevin Thomas, owner of T&G 3D Printing in Basin.
Mark HeinzJune 20, 2026
Judge Orders Wyoming Board Of Equalization To Enforce 4% Property Tax Cap — For Now
A Cheyenne judge Friday ordered the Wyoming Board of Equalization to apply a law capping residential property tax increases at 4% annually — for now — despite the board’s claim the cap violates the Wyoming Constitution. Gov. Gordon sued the board this week.
Clair McFarlandJune 19, 2026
U.S. House Candidate Steve Friess On Meet The Wyoming Candidates: Friday, June 19, 2026
Political reporter Clair McFarland interviewed U.S. House candidate Steve Friess on Friday, June 19, 2026
June 19, 2026
John Bear, One Of The Freedom Caucus’ Most Powerful Members, Has A Challenger
John Bear, one of the most powerful members of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus, has a GOP challenger for his Gillette House district. "I don’t see myself being a career politician,” said Doug Moore. “I am the only conservative in this race,” countered Bear.
Clair McFarlandJune 18, 2026
License Plate Cameras At Entrances To Wind River Reservation Spark Controversy
The Drug Enforcement Administration has installed license plate cameras on or around the Wind River Reservation, authorities confirmed Thursday. "All this stuff is somewhat '1984'-ish," Sen. Cale Case said. "It’s a big step in our surveillance society.”
Clair McFarlandJune 18, 2026
Wyoming Congressional Delegation Doesn't Support Democrat Bill To Stop Federal Land Sales
Wyoming's congressional delegation says they do not support a Democrat bill that bans the sale of large swaths of federal lands. “I oppose any effort to make public land management more difficult ... and threaten our Western way of life," Hageman said.
Mark HeinzJune 18, 2026