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When The Legislative Mudslinging’s Over, Wyoming’s Capitol Custodians Clean Up
Amid the fast-paced action at the Wyoming Capitol during the legislative session, some workers there often blend into the backdrop without much recognition. When the legislative mudslinging is over, the Capitol custodians clean up.
Leo WolfsonMarch 23, 2025
Trump Administration Calls For More Affordable Homes On Public Land
The Trump administration has called for more affordable homes to be built on public lands. Some builders say using free or low-cost public land would lower the cost of building more homes, and could help ease a longtime crunch for Teton County, Wyoming.
David MadisonMarch 22, 2025
Degenfelder Cheers Dismantling of U.S. Dept. Of Education At White House Signing Ceremony
Wyoming education chief Megan Degenfelder, who attended President Trump's executive order signing which dismantles the Dept. of Education, said Thursday's action was a "historic day for education in America, and a win for American students."
Clair McFarlandMarch 20, 2025
With Approval Ratings At An All-Time Low, Wyoming Democrats Searching For Direction
With national approval ratings for Democrats at an all-time low, the party is searching for solutions. Wyoming Democrats attending a “Gather For Good” rally opposing Rep. Hageman on Wednesday offered few clear answers as to how their party should move forward.
Leo WolfsonMarch 20, 2025
Hageman Doesn’t Back Down As Hostile Crowd Curses Her At Unruly Laramie Town Hall
Wyoming Congresswoman Harriet Hageman took on a hostile town hall crowd in Laramie on Wednesday, but wouldn’t back down. More than 500 gathered, many yelling curses to the point of local Democratic Party chair saying he’s “heartbroken” by the behavior.
Leo WolfsonMarch 20, 2025
Environmentalists Push To Block Brian Nesvik As Pick To Lead Fish & Wildlife
Environmental groups are pushing to block the nomination of former Wyoming Game and Fish Director Brian Nesvik to head the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. But a former FWS warden says he’s the right pick.
Mark HeinzMarch 19, 2025
Lummis Wants To Pull $7.5B From Biden’s EV Mandates For Improving Highways
Wyoming Sen. Cynthia Lummis introduced a bill Wednesday that would pull $7.5 billion from former President Joe Biden’s electrical vehicle mandates. Instead, it should be used to improve highways in Wyoming and across the country, she says.
Leo WolfsonMarch 19, 2025
Gordon Holds Veto Party With Law Officers To Axe Second Amendment Rights Bill
Gov. Mark Gordon held a ceremony Tuesday to veto a bill that aimed at protecting Wyoming residents from federal firearm orders. The bill would have allowed people to sue law enforcement agencies for enforcing federal laws that contradict Wyoming’s.
Leo WolfsonMarch 18, 2025
Boycotts, Name Changes And Backfires: Being A Politician Business Owner
Being a business owner and elected official in Wyoming can often intersect. Sometimes that means supporting legislation leads to boycotts of your business or prompt name changes. Most say the benefits far outweigh the challenges.
Leo WolfsonMarch 18, 2025
Barrasso Visits More Than 100 Wyoming Troops Stationed In The Middle East
Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso spent Sunday visiting more than 100 Wyoming troops stationed in the Middle East. He praised them for being "in harm's way" and "keeping us safe and free at home."
Leo WolfsonMarch 18, 2025
Former Wyoming Legislator Cyrus Western Picked To Run EPA Field Office
Former Wyoming legislator Cyrus Western of Big Horn will run the EPA’s Denver field office, overseeing President Trump’s agenda for the Rocky Mountain and Great Plains regions. “When the president asks you to work for him, you don’t say no,” Western said.
Leo WolfsonMarch 18, 2025
UW Breaks Ties With National Ph.D. Group After Trump’s DEI Scrutiny
University of Wyoming has cut ties with a nonprofit allegedly trying to “diversify corporate America.” The move is a response to President Trump’s push for academia to pull away from DEI.
Mark HeinzMarch 17, 2025