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Gillette Man Says Stabbing Brother In The Spleen Was Self-Defense
A Gillette man accused of stabbing his brother so that the latter's spleen had to be removed told a judge Thursday that he was defending himself. Aaron Duane Smith could face up to life in prison if convicted of attempted murder.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 25, 2025
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
Carcass Dumpsters Keep Landscape From Being Littered With Rotting Animal Parts
Wyoming Game and Fish has set up carcass dumpsters for hunters to dispose of their kills after dressing them out. The hope is to keep the landscape from being littered with rotting animal parts.
Mark HeinzSeptember 25, 2025
More Than 420,000 Turkeys Killed In South Dakota As Bird Flu Marches West
More than 420,000 turkeys have been destroyed so far in South Dakota as bird flu moves west. Officials say South Dakota is the national epicenter of this season’s outbreak.
Dale KillingbeckSeptember 25, 2025
Laramie County Community College In Cheyenne Is Getting Renamed
Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne says it’s time for a rebrand, which will include a new name that won’t have “community” in it. With a new name, perhaps the unofficial nickname "Last Chance Cowboy College" will be no more.
Renée JeanSeptember 25, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Benefits Of Renewable Energy Are Exaggerated
When the governor speaks of "trying to balance the state’s energy needs with residents’ desire to keep Wyoming the way it is," the energy contribution of wind farms is often highly exaggerated.
September 25, 2025
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
Letter To The Editor: Congress Is Incapable Of Discipline But Our Legislature Needs Help Too
Dear editor: Closer to home, I have personally experienced the dramatic decline of the discipline that formerly defined the Wyoming Legislature.
September 25, 2025
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Jake NicholsSeptember 25, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Thursday's Headlines Include: * Google Admits Censorship * Worry Over Property Tax Cuts * C.J. Box’s Two Worlds Will Collide
Wendy CorrSeptember 25, 2025
BWXT Explains Secrecy Around Plans For Gillette Nuclear Fuel Plant
Reacting to criticism over requiring nondisclosure agreements with Gillette officials, nuclear fuel manufacturing company BWXT said they were needed to protect sensitive information about the size and scope of the proposed facility.
David MadisonSeptember 24, 2025
Jackson Photographer Gets Once-In-A-Lifetime Shot Of Bull Elk And Grand Tetons
Jackson wildlife photographer Savannah Rose got a once-in-a-lifetime image of a bull elk in front of Grand Teton. She said it was an "incredibly tense" moment of excitement, and adds another uniquely Wyoming image to a portfolio already full of them.
Andrew RossiSeptember 24, 2025
Tom Lubnau: Why Is The Wyoming Legislature Trying To Stifle Input?
Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "The most disturbing trend I see in the Wyoming legislature is the concerted effort to limit input into legislation. Instead of trying to understand the implications of a bill, certain legislators are trying to muzzle input they don’t like."
Tom LubnauSeptember 24, 2025
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
NTSB, Union Pacific Mum On Hazardous Cargo On Train Near Gas Line Breach
Preliminary findings about a spectacular natural gas line breach early Sunday west of Cheyenne that sent a fireball into the morning sky and damaged a train carrying hazardous materials may not be available for 30 days.
Scott SchwebkeSeptember 24, 2025
Rock Springs Man Accused Of Stabbing Landlord's Eye Out With Pliers Headed To Trial
Robert Downum, accused of stabbing his elderly landlord’s eye out with pliers two winters ago in Rock Springs, is set to stand trial in three weeks. Self-defense and mental illness arguments may both be part of his jury trial, court records indicate.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 24, 2025
‘Two Worlds Collide’: CJ Box Says Cassie Dewell To Show Up In Joe Pickett Novel
As fans of CJ Box’s mystery-solving game warden Joe Pickett count down the days until the release of his 26th adventure, the Wyoming author dropped a bombshell Wednesday: Cassie Dewell and Pickett are going to cross paths.
Greg JohnsonSeptember 24, 2025
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
Green River Railroad Layoffs And More Automation Raise Train Safety Questions
Former legislator and retired railroad worker Stan Blake says continuing rail layoffs, like the ones last week in Green River, coupled with more automation will mean more train accidents in Wyoming.
Renée JeanSeptember 24, 2025
Colorado Wolf Debate Heats Up Over Claims Diseased Animals Were Released
Critics of Colorado’s wolf reintroduction program claim that wolves transplanted from Oregon were infected with a parasitic disease. Wildlife officials say they treated the wolves for the disease before releasing them.
Mark HeinzSeptember 24, 2025
Gov. Gordon Urges Balance As Huge Laramie County Wind Farm Sparks Fierce Debate
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon told Cowboy State Daily he maintains support for wind energy development but respects local concerns in the wake of Laramie County’s rejection of a massive wind farm project.
Jackson WalkerSeptember 24, 2025
Guest Column: Taking Back Control from Dark Money
Wyoming State Sen. Ed Cooper writes, "Outside forces and their dark money have drowned out the voices of everyday Wyomingites. They’re upending the authority of our state and corrupting the balance the Founders intended."
Guest ColumnSeptember 24, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Enough With The Inflammatory Rhetoric Which Is Causing Violence
Dear editor: Anne MacKinnon's inflammatory letter demonstrates precisely the kind of dialogue that led to two assassination attempts on the life of Donald Trump last year, an assassination attempt on the life of a Supreme Court judge, and the recent murder of Charlie Kirk.
September 24, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Calling Our President A Dictator Is Just Trump Derangement Syndrome
Dear editor: I am always amazingly shocked when I see someone label our president as a dictator. It makes me wonder if these people actually ever studied history in school or were sleeping.
September 24, 2025