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A 65-year-old Wyoming man is in federal prison from pulling EPA-mandated emissions systems from ailing diesel engines. As the Trump administration inches toward reversing those mandates, Troy Lake's family is pushing for the president to pardon him.

Wyoming Man In Prison For Removing EPA-Mandated Filters Seeks Trump Pardon

A 65-year-old Wyoming man is in federal prison for pulling EPA-mandated emissions systems from ailing diesel engines. As the Trump administration inches toward reversing those mandates, Troy Lake's family is pushing for the president to pardon him.

Clair McFarlandAugust 02, 2025

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced Friday it’s shutting down after Congress stripped it of the next two years' federal funding. What that means for Wyoming PBS is less money, but not a shutdown, CEO Joanna Kail says.

As Corp. For Public Broadcasting Shuts Down, Wyo. PBS and Public Media Press On

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced Friday it’s shutting down after Congress stripped it of the next two years' federal funding. What that means for Wyoming PBS is less money, but not a shutdown, CEO Joanna Kail says.

Clair McFarlandAugust 01, 2025

An anonymous group calling itself Project Winchester is vowing to oust Rep. Harriet Hageman for defending a federal lands sale bill. The online campaign backed by an Obama surrogate raises legal concerns over campaign finance violations.

Anonymous Rifle-Themed Site Targets Hageman For Defending Public Lands Sale

An anonymous group calling itself Project Winchester is vowing to oust Rep. Harriet Hageman for defending a federal lands sale bill. The online campaign backed by a former Obama surrogate raises legal concerns over campaign finance violations.

Jackson WalkerAugust 01, 2025

On a 54-43 vote Friday afternoon, the long wait for Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik to become the next head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Wyoming’s delegation and governor call the vote a win for the state and delisting grizzlies.

Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik Confirmed To Lead U.S. Fish And Wildlife Service — Finally

On a 54-43 vote Friday afternoon, the long wait ended for Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik to become the next head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Wyoming’s delegation and governor call the vote a win for the state and delisting grizzlies.

Sean BarryAugust 01, 2025

Wyoming Republican U.S. Sen. John Barrasso on the floor of the senate Thursday, July 31, 2025, where he chastized Democrats for holding up the nomination of Brian Nesvik as director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Barrasso: Holding Up Trump Nominees Part Of Democrat Tantrum Over Losing Election

Wyoming U.S. Sen. John Barrasso said Friday that Senate Republicans aren’t losing patience with what he calls deliberate “obstructionist” tactics by Democrats. He said they’ve lost it entirely as 160 Trump nominees await confirmation.

Greg JohnsonAugust 01, 2025

Former Wyoming Game and Fish Director Brian Nesvik is poised to be the new chief of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. His stance in favor of taking grizzly bears off the endangered list drives much of his support — and opposition.

Delisting Grizzlies Drives Support — And Opposition — For Nesvik’s Confirmation

Former Wyoming Game and Fish Director Brian Nesvik is poised to be the new chief of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. His stance in favor of taking grizzly bears off the endangered list drives much of his support — and opposition.

Mark HeinzJuly 31, 2025

Nearly four months after committee approval, U.S. Senate confirmation is imminent for Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik as head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Sen. John Barrasso on Wednesday blasted Democrats for blocking Trump’s nominees.

Vote Near For Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik To Lead US Fish & Wildlife Service

Nearly four months after committee approval, U.S. Senate confirmation is imminent for Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik as head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Sen. John Barrasso on Wednesday blasted Democrats for blocking Trump’s nominees.

Sean BarryJuly 31, 2025

A marathon legislative hearing on the future of Wyoming's nuclear industry drew a standing room only crowd to the Thyra Thompson State Office Building in Casper on Wednesday.

Legislators Clash Over Proposed Bill That Would Allow Spent Nuclear Fuel In Wyoming

State legislators and Wyomingites clashed Wednesday over a proposed bill that would pave the way to build nuclear microreactors in the state. It also would allow the spent fuel to come back to Wyoming. After hours of testimony, the bill was tabled.

David MadisonJuly 31, 2025

David Bush, left, state government affairs manager with Black Hills Energy, testifies Tuesday about the potential repeal of carbon capture requirements in Wyoming.

Wyoming Won’t Repeal Carbon Capture Law As EPA Targets Key Climate Regulation

Wyoming lawmakers reject efforts Tuesday to repeal the state’s carbon capture mandate. At the same time, the EPA announced a major effort to roll back greenhouse gas regulations.

David MadisonJuly 29, 2025

Harriet Hageman’s potential bid for Wyoming governor has put other candidates on hold. Only two have officially declared and others, including Secretary of State Chuck Gray, wait for her decision.

Hageman's Popularity Has Many Uncertain If They’ll Run For Governor

Harriet Hageman’s potential bid for Wyoming governor has put other candidates on hold. Only two have officially declared and others, including Secretary of State Chuck Gray, wait for her decision.

Clair McFarlandJuly 29, 2025

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Wyoming Freedom Caucus Opposes More Nuclear Waste Storage Sites

The Wyoming Freedom Caucus is pushing back against expanding nuclear waste storage in the state, opposing efforts supported by some Republicans, the state’s Libertarian Party and others. It also follows a Trump order to fast-track nuclear production.

Clair McFarlandJuly 26, 2025

Campbell and Converse counties this week sent expansive letters to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum lobbying for more input on federal lands. But one Campbell County commissioner says he wouldn’t have signed off on his county’s letter given a do-over.

Wyoming Counties Lobby Department Of Interior For More Input On Federal Lands

Campbell and Converse counties this week sent expansive letters to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum lobbying for more input on federal lands. But one Campbell County commissioner says he wouldn’t have signed off on his county’s letter given a do-over.

David MadisonJuly 24, 2025

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