AdvertiseGet Free Daily Newsletter
AdvertiseGet Free Daily Newsletter

Government & Politics

News

Starting in 2026, the new 25% property tax cut is no longer automatic. People hoping to benefit must sign up by Feb. 2 and attest they live in their homes eight months of the year. This also means the most ardent opponents don't have to sign up for it. 

Freedom Caucus Reminds Everyone That Sign-Up Required To Get 25% Tax Cut

Starting in 2026, the new 25% property tax cut is no longer automatic. People hoping to benefit must sign up by Feb. 2 and attest they live in their homes eight months of the year. This also means the most ardent opponents don't have to sign up for it. 

Jackson WalkerOctober 03, 2025

Land set aside for non-motorized use is being sought for a gravel mining operation at the base of Casper Mountain. Residents adjacent to the mine are raising opposition.

Leases For Controversial Casper Gravel Pit Shot Down Again By State Land Board

An effort to keep alive a controversial gravel mine proposal for state land near the base of Casper Mountain was shot down again Thursday by the Wyoming State Board of Land Commissioners, 3-2. It's the second time the leases have been denied.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 02, 2025

The Bureau of Land Management’s controversial plan for managing millions of acres in southwest Wyoming is again open for public comment. A Wyoming legislator said he’s confident that federal officials will get it right this time.

Here We Go Again: Controversial BLM Rock Springs Plan Reopened For Public Comment

The Bureau of Land Management’s controversial plan for managing millions of acres in southwest Wyoming is again open for public comment. A Wyoming legislator said he’s confident that federal officials will get it right this time.

Mark HeinzOctober 02, 2025

Secretary of State Chuck Gray, right, and State Treasurer Curt Meier sparred over whether Wyoming needs wind power Thursday as the state land board considered renewing 50-year leases for two Carbon County wind farms. The board voted 3-2 for the leases.

Chuck Gray, Curt Meier Spar Over Renewing 50-Year Wind Leases In Carbon County

Secretary of State Chuck Gray and State Treasurer Curt Meier sparred over whether Wyoming needs wind power Thursday as the state land board considered renewing 50-year leases for two Carbon County wind farms. The board voted 3-2 for the leases.

Steve BohnelOctober 02, 2025

Laramie County Republicans are torn between two prominent events, both set for Oct. 17. One is a local memorial honoring Charlie Kirk, while another is the party's Red State Rendezvous to help raise money for the Laramie County GOP. Above left, a memorial rally for Kirk at the state Capitol on Sept. 13. At right is Tulsi Gabbard, the keynote speaker at the county party's Red State Summit in September 2024.

Kirk Memorial Or Party Fundraiser? Events On Same Night Split Cheyenne GOP

Laramie County Republicans are torn between two prominent events, both set for Oct. 17. One is a local memorial honoring Charlie Kirk, while another is the party's Red State Rendezvous to help raise money for the Laramie County GOP. 

Jackson WalkerOctober 02, 2025

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2025, wrote a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to pardon Wyoming diesel "delete" mechanic Troy Lake. Lake altered emissions systems in ailing diesel trucks, but his prison term is unfair, she says.

Lummis' Letter Urges Trump To Pardon Wyoming Diesel 'Delete' Mechanic

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Tuesday wrote a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to pardon Wyoming diesel "delete" mechanic Troy Lake. Lake altered emissions systems in ailing diesel trucks, but his prison term is unfair, she says.

Clair McFarlandOctober 02, 2025

President Trump posted memes mocking Democratic leaders on Wednesday that Republicans said were in jest. Some Democrats called them racist.

Wyoming Delegation Mum On Trump’s Sombrero Memes Mocking Dems

Wyoming’s congressional delegation declined to weigh in Wednesday on memes posted by President Donald Trump that mock top Democrats. Both memes feature House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York with a fake sombrero and handlebar mustache.

Sean BarryOctober 02, 2025

A University of Wyoming NIL partnership features a live cow and student-athletes in Dairy MAX ads in a crossover promotion that bridges the state's agricultural industry and sports marketing.

Live Cow, Student-Athletes Star In University Of Wyoming Dairy NIL Deal

A University of Wyoming NIL partnership features a live cow and student-athletes in Dairy MAX ads in a first-of-its-kind crossover promotion that bridges the state's agricultural industry and sports marketing.

Scott SchwebkeOctober 01, 2025

The Wyoming Libertarian Party and Americans for Prosperity Wyoming want school-choice opponents to reconsider, saying teachers can use the system to their advantage. The Wyoming Education Association says those claims don't change its stance that the state's program is unconstitutional. Tyler Lindholm, pictured, is the state director for Americans for Prosperity Wyoming.

Wyoming Libertarian Party Says School Choice Doesn't Have To Be 'MAGA'

The Wyoming Libertarian Party wants school-choice opponents to reconsider, saying teachers can use the system to their advantage. The Wyoming Education Association says those claims don't change its stance that the state's program is unconstitutional. 

Steve BohnelOctober 01, 2025

Wyoming’s members of Congress blame Democrats for not voting with Republicans to keep the government open. From the Senate floor Tuesday, Sen. John Barrasso said a shutdown would be a result of the “idiocy” of Democrats.

Wyoming Delegation Pins Likely Federal Shutdown On ‘Idiocy’ Of Democrats

Wyoming’s members of Congress blame Democrats for not voting with Republicans to keep the government open. From the Senate floor Tuesday, Sen. John Barrasso said a shutdown would be a result of the “idiocy” of Democrats.

Sean BarryOctober 01, 2025

The Wyoming Freedom Caucus is pushing for deeper property tax cuts after championing a 25% cut this year. Meanwhile, Sheridan County may drop its property tax deferral program because only two people have signed up in 10 years.

Sheridan County May Drop Tax Deferral That Only 2 Have Signed Up For In A Decade

The Wyoming Freedom Caucus is pushing for deeper property tax cuts after championing a 25% cut this year. Meanwhile, Sheridan County may drop its property tax deferral program because only two people have signed up in 10 years.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 30, 2025

Six Wyoming lawmakers attended the 50 States One Israel trip this month. From left, Sen. Dan Laursen, Rep. Daniel Singh, Sen. Stephan Pappas, Rep. Jeremy Haroldson, Sen. Cheri Steinmetz, and Sen. Tim Salazar.

Wyoming Legislators Criticized For Israel Visit Say Trip Was Worth It

Six Republican state lawmakers were criticized by some for their visit to Israel this month, where they toured the ruins of the Hamas attack and spoke with officials. Those who went say they found many themes relevant to Wyoming.

Steve BohnelSeptember 30, 2025

While touting her work in returning $10.6 million to Wyoming residents through her negotiations between people and federal agencies, Rep. Harriet Hageman called out the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs for lacking transparency and efficiency.

While Touting Her Work With Feds, Hageman Calls Out Bureau Of Indian Affairs

While touting her work in returning $10.6 million to Wyoming residents through her negotiations between people and federal agencies, Rep. Harriet Hageman on Tuesday called out the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs for lacking transparency and efficiency.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 30, 2025

Sens. Bob Ide and Dan Laursen, and Reps. Rachel Rodriguez-Williams and Jayme Lien prepared for their subcommittee meeting on the Weston County Clerk’s botched 2024 election.

Weston County Clerk No-Shows Subpoena From Committee Investigating Her

The Weston County clerk accused of botching portions of the 2024 general election in northeast Wyoming and filing a false post-election audit did not show up Monday for a legislative subcommittee meeting for which she was subpoenaed. 

Clair McFarlandSeptember 29, 2025

Wyoming Rep. Bill Allemand has adamantly and publicly opposed public money for nuclear energy projects. On Monday, he denied a claim by Bar Nunn's Public Works director that he leases land to wind farms.

Lawmaker Who Hates Nuke Subsidies Denies Claim He Leased Land To Wind Farms

Wyoming Rep. Bill Allemand has adamantly and publicly opposed public money for nuclear energy projects. On Monday, he denied a claim by Bar Nunn's Public Works director that he leases land to wind farms.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 29, 2025

Why pay $1.59 million for a used Gulfstream IV when you can potentially acquire a Fairchild C-119L Flying Boxcar transport for $150? Or how about a Boeing KC-97 Stratofreighter for $25? Those are two of the 16 vintage aircraft Big Horn County is selling.

Big Horn County Is Selling 16 Vintage Aircraft In Online Auction, And Bids Start At $25

Big Horn County is selling 16 vintage aircraft in an online auction. They're no longer airworthy, but the winning bidders could put a cockpit in their home office or living room. "There’s a lot of nostalgia in these cool old planes," the airport manager said.

Andrew RossiSeptember 27, 2025

Friends and fellow Cheyenne City Council members say they are still reeling from the news Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, of the death of Councilman Scott Roybal. They remember him for his humor and as “a passionate advocate” for the community.

Cheyenne City Council Stunned By Sudden Death Of Longtime Councilman Scott Roybal

Friends and fellow Cheyenne City Council members say they are still reeling from the news Friday of the death of Councilman Scott Roybal. They remember him for his humor and as “a passionate advocate” for the community.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 27, 2025

Lexi Daugherty, who grew up in Alta and is a graduate of Jackson Hole High School and the University of Wyoming, has been hired as associate director for policy at the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs.

Wyoming Elk Hunter Tapped For Trump Policy Position

A 26-year-old Wyoming woman who as a teen helped improve access to thousands of acres of public lands for hunters has been tapped for a position in the Trump administration.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 27, 2025

If Democrats do not back down in the federal government shutdown impasse, President Trump should make good on his threat to fire federal workers in the Washington, D.C., area, U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming said Friday, Sept. 26, 2025.

Trump Should Fire D.C. Workers If Dems Don’t Blink In Shutdown Standoff, Lummis Says

If Democrats do not back down in the federal government shutdown impasse, President Trump should make good on his threat to fire federal workers in the Washington, D.C., area, U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming said Friday.

Sean BarrySeptember 26, 2025

Nearly 100 years after an article appeared in the local newspaper calling for a hospital in Sublette County, it finally happened. Townspeople celebrated the grand opening of the $74 million hospital complex on Thursday.

Sublette County Celebrates Opening Of Its First Hospital, Ending 100-Year Wait for Local Care

Nearly 100 years after an article appeared in the local newspaper calling for a hospital in Sublette County, it finally happened. Townspeople celebrated the grand opening of the $74 million hospital complex on Thursday.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 26, 2025

Wyoming Attorney General Keith Kautz said he joined 21 other states in asking the FDA to investigate an abortion-inducing drug because of a noteworthy safety report. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. agrees, saying it's time for a study. 

RFK Jr. Tells Wyoming, Other States It's Time For Abortion Drug Safety Study

Wyoming Attorney General Keith Kautz said he joined 21 other states in asking the FDA to investigate an abortion-inducing drug because of a noteworthy safety report. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. agrees, saying it's time for a study. 

Clair McFarlandSeptember 25, 2025

Albany County officials are applying for Homeland Security money to create an anti-terrorism task force and better prepare against potential terror threats. They point to gaps in planning and equipment while vowing to stay ahead of risks.

Albany County Is Creating An Anti-Terrorism Task Force

Albany County officials are applying for Homeland Security money to create an anti-terrorism task force and better prepare against potential terror threats. They point to gaps in planning and equipment while vowing to stay ahead of risks.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 25, 2025

Gov. Mark Gordon talks local budget shortfalls precipitated by a 25% property tax cut.

Gordon, Local Officials Expect Critical Budget Shortages After Property Tax Cuts

Gov. Mark Gordon on Wednesday forecasted critical budget shortages as a result of a 25% property tax cut the state Legislature passed last session. But he agrees with the Freedom Caucus that Wyoming needs a slimmer government.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 24, 2025

When former state lawmaker Scott Clem heard Google’s announcement on Monday that the Biden administration successfully pressured them into censoring content, he wasn’t surprised. Four years ago, he called it “the end of free speech.”

Wyoming Politician Says He Was Right — Tech Giants Bowed To Government Censorship

When former state lawmaker Scott Clem heard of YouTube's Tuesday announcement that the Biden administration pressured it into censoring content, he wasn't surprised. Four years ago, he was criticized for calling the censorship "the end of free speech."

Clair McFarlandSeptember 24, 2025

Previous
Page 7
Next