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Washington insiders are speculating that President Joe Biden could issue blanket pardons for Liz Cheney and other Trump enemies.

Insiders Speculate Biden Will Issue Pardon For Liz Cheney

Although the New York Times and Politico are reporting that President Biden may issue a preemptive pardon for Liz Cheney, Sen. Cynthia Lummis, an attorney, believes it’s an “absolutely absurd” proposal which would turn “justice on its head.”

Leo WolfsonDecember 06, 2024

Legislator Wants To Ban Cellphones In Wyoming Classrooms

Kids using cellphones during class at school has gotten out of hand, says state Sen. Wendy Schuler. She's proposing legislation that would ban cellphones in class across Wyoming.

Leo WolfsonDecember 06, 2024

It’s been 46 years since Wyoming was represented by a Democrat in Congress. That was Teno Roncalio, who served five terms in the U.S. House and was known for putting Wyoming above party politics.

Wyoming Hasn’t Had A Democrat In Congress Since Teno Roncalio, 46 Years Ago

It’s been 46 years since Wyoming was represented by a Democrat in Congress. That was Teno Roncalio, who served five terms in the U.S. House, ending in 1978.

Leo WolfsonDecember 06, 2024

Study: Wyoming Third Worst State For Personal Freedoms

A new study from the Libertarian-leaning Cato Institute finds that Wyoming is the third worst state in the nation for personal freedoms. Bringing the state down is education, drug laws and incarceration rate.

Leo WolfsonDecember 05, 2024

Commander Of Navy Reserve Center In Cheyenne Fired For “Loss Of Confidence”

Navy Lt. Cmdr. Christopher Bourque was relieved of his duties this week as the commanding officer of the Navy Reserve Center in Cheyenne “due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command.”

Justin GeorgeDecember 05, 2024

Mark Gordon and Wyoming red desert 12 4 24

BLM Expects Controversial Rock Springs Plan To Be Final Before Biden Leaves

Gov. Mark Gordon will make a last effort to fight the finalizing of the BLM’s controversial Rock Springs Resources Management Plan. But a Wyoming BLM official expects the plan to be made final before President Joe Biden leaves office.

Leo WolfsonDecember 05, 2024

Yoder Volunteer Fire Department Brush Truck 31 saved this home on the overnight shift fighting the Short Draw Fire near Recluse, Wyoming, in September. The truck is crewed by Caleb Anderson and Abigail Anderson — a brother/sister firefighting team — and Whitman Jones.

Legislators Table Bill To Protect Utility Companies From Wildfire Lawsuits

The Joint Minerals Committee expressed interest in a bill that would have given public utilities liability protection from wildfire lawsuits. Legislators ultimately killed the plan Monday, saying it’s not ready.

Leo WolfsonDecember 04, 2024

A new poll shows fromer Wyoming congresswoman Liz Cheney, right, supporting Vice President Kamala Harris, left, in the election against President-elect Donald Trump not only didn't help Harris, but may have hurt her chances.

Hated By Many Republicans, Democrats Also Blast Liz Cheney For Supporting Harris

Already hated by many Republicans, it seems independents and Democrats also weren’t big fans of Liz Cheney’s support for Kamala Harris against Donald Trump. A new poll shows Cheney many have actually hurt her chances.

Leo WolfsonDecember 04, 2024

How Hunter Biden Could Still Take The Fifth Even With Full Pardon From Dad

In some cases, Hunter Biden could still refuse to answer questions if called before Congress to testify. That’s because his wide-sweeping pardon is for federal offenses. He could still take the Fifth Amendment related to state-level crimes.

Clair McFarlandDecember 03, 2024

Biden Pardoned His Son; Will Trump Do The Same For Jan. 6 Participants?

Wyomingites have mixed opinions about whether President-elect Donald Trump will, or should, pardon participants in the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot. Some say Biden’s sweeping pardon of his son makes Jan. 6 pardons easier for Trump.

Leo WolfsonDecember 03, 2024

Work on the new Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple in Cody, Wyoming, continues Dec. 2, 2024. It includes setting up electrical service for the site.

Bird, Not Controversial New LDS Temple, To Blame For Cody Power Outages

A flurry of angry social media posts say construction of a controversial new LDS temple caused a series of power outages in Cody on Sunday and Monday. But they’re wrong. The city says a bird fried by a power line is to blame.

Leo WolfsonDecember 02, 2024

After repeated promises he wouldn't pardon his son Hunter, President Joe Biden did just that Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, when he gave his son a blanket pardon for anything he has or may have done for a more than 10-year period.

Hageman Slams Biden For Pardoning His Son After Repeated Promises He Wouldn’t

Wyoming Congresswoman Harriet Hageman slammed President Joe Biden for unconditionally pardoning his son Hunter Biden on federal gun and tax evasion charges Sunday. Biden had repeatedly insisted he wouldn't.

Leo WolfsonDecember 02, 2024

The Colorado State University volleyball team celebrates its Mountain West Conference championship win over San Jose State University, which has been targeted for controversy this season over a transgender player.

Colorado State Beats Team With Trans Player To Win MWC Volleyball Championship

After months of controversy surrounding a transgender player on its team, San Jose State University’s women’s volleyball squad lost to Colorado State University in the Mountain West Conference championship Saturday.

Clair McFarlandDecember 02, 2024

Many national polls got it very wrong — again — in guaging the results of the presidential election.

Ego And Bias: Pollster Explains How National Polls Got The Election Wrong — Again

Most national polls were wrong — again — in this year’s presidential election. A national political pollster told Cowboy State Daily that ego and bias are why many just can’t seem to get it right.

Leo WolfsonNovember 29, 2024

The Wyoming Capital in Cheyenne, left, and Lander's famous main street.

How Lander Nearly Became Wyoming’s Capital City

Wyoming voters were asked to decide in 1904 if Cheyenne should remain the state capital city, or if it should move to another city. Although Cheyenne won that vote, Lander came close.

Leo WolfsonNovember 29, 2024

Wyoming Legislators Vow To Revive Bill That Bans Sanctuary Cities

Wyoming legislators are looking to revive a bill that would ban sanctuary cities and counties in the state. The effort is gaining momentum after ICE officials said Teton County is letting jailed illegal immigrants go free.

Clair McFarlandNovember 28, 2024

Hageman Says “Terrorist-Supporting” Nonprofits Shouldn’t Get Tax Breaks

Wyoming congresswoman Harriet Hageman voted to support a bill that could strip “terrorist-supporting” American nonprofits of their tax-exempt status. The U.S. Treasury secretary would decide which groups fit that mold.

Leo WolfsonNovember 27, 2024

Cheyenne City Council Blasted Over Banning "Nuisance" RVs Parking On City Streets

A proposal to not allow "nuisance" RVs and other similar vehicles on city streets was blasted by some Cheyenne residents Monday. They say it’s an example of government overreach, while the city says it’s about safety.

Leo WolfsonNovember 26, 2024

Wyoming Legislator Wants To Extend Trans Sports Ban To UW, Community Colleges

Martha Lawley, a Republican state House member from Worland, says she wants to extend Wyoming’s transgender sports ban to UW and community colleges. She also wants to clarify that biological sex at birth determines bathroom and locker room use.

Leo WolfsonNovember 26, 2024

Montana Sen. Pushes To Get Redskins Logo Back, Native American Group Says He Didn't Push Hard Enough

Montana Sen. Steve Daines has led the way in trying to get the original Redskins logo back for the now Washington Commanders but a Native American group -- which wants the name and the logo back -- says he hasn't pushed hard enough.

David MadisonNovember 26, 2024

Former Wyoming congresswoman Barbara Cubin and the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center.

Delegation Wants To Name Casper Trails Center For Former House Rep. Barbara Cubin

Wyoming’s congressional delegation want to honor the political legacy of Barbara Cubin, the state’s second-longest serving U.S. House rep. They’ve introduced a bill to name the Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper for her.

Leo WolfsonNovember 25, 2024

Barrasso: Let's Crank Up The Fossil Fuels And Boot The Illegal Immigrants

John Barrasso told Fox News on Sunday he's 100% behind President-elect Trump’s promise for mass deportations of illegal immigrants. He also said a new Trump administration could bolster Wyoming’s energy industries.

Leo WolfsonNovember 25, 2024

Thousands of Wyoming Republicans rallied in Casper for a visit by former President Donald Trump in May 2022. Already a solidly red state politically, data shows Wyoming is getting redder as people move from neighboring Colorado and other blue states.

Newcomers to Wyoming, Montana More Likely To Be Republican Transplants

Republicans looking to get away from more liberal states are choosing Wyoming, Montana and other Western states, and they've turned some already conservative states even a deeper shade of red. The migration may have helped Republicans dominate Election Day.

David MadisonNovember 24, 2024

Left, state Sen. Bo Biteman, R-Sheridan County, has been nominated by the Senate Republican Caucus for Senate president for the 2025 session. Right, state Rep. Chip Neiman, R-Hulett, has been nominated for House speaker for the 2025 session.

Bo Biteman Named Wyoming Senate President, Chip Neiman Is New House Speaker

The Wyoming Senate and House on Saturday elected their leaders for the upcoming 2025 legislative session. Sen. Bo Biteman will be the new Senate president, while Rep. Chip Neiman will be House speaker.

Leo WolfsonNovember 23, 2024

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