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New DNA Technology Could Crack 1983 Murder Of Aspiring Model In Fremont County
Investigators hope new forensic DNA technology can help them solve the 1983 Fremont County, Wyoming, murder of Jannele Johnson, a 23-year-old aspiring model who was hitchhiking from Riverton to Denver. "It would mean everything," her younger sister says.
Jen KocherOctober 10, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jeff - Saturday, October 10, 2026
Jeff in the 307. Saturday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsOctober 10, 2026
ATF Rolls Back Restrictions On Silencers, Short-Barreled Shotguns And Rifles
The ATF said Friday it won't enforce the National Firearms Act on suppressors and short-barreled rifles and shotguns, though background checks still apply. "It’s one of the biggest victories against federal gun control in American history," said a gun advocate.
Clair McFarlandOctober 10, 2026
Rescuers Sleep At Jeffrey City Rest Area To Save Stray Dog They Can’t Catch
For three weeks, an elusive stray dog at a rest area near Jeffrey City has won the hearts of locals while dodging every attempt to catch her. One man plans to sleep there there this weekend in hopes of finally getting the dog to safety.
Emma Jane JacksonOctober 09, 2026
Many Wyoming Prosecutors Reluctant To Prosecute Bar Owners Over Shake-A-Day
Yes, shake-a-day is technically illegal gambling in Wyoming. But many prosecutors told Cowboy State Daily on Friday they're reluctant to prosecute anyone for it. That is "going to be very, very low on my priority list," said the Uinta County Attorney.
Clair McFarlandOctober 09, 2026
Jonathan Lange: Speak, Vote And Pray As God Teaches You
Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “November 3rd calls us to vote according to the judgment of God’s Word. November 4th calls us to stop judging and pray that God would grant grace to those elected.”
Jonathan LangeOctober 09, 2026
Dennis Sun: Beef and Diesel, Are They Related?
Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "High diesel prices couldn’t have come at a worse time for agriculture, as it is harvest time for farmers. Tractors, combines and other machinery are running 24 hours, seven days a week, and don’t forget about the large trucks moving products to storage or markets."
Dennis SunOctober 09, 2026
Juvenile Hunting Camp Thieves Busted After 'Several Years' Spree In Southern Wyoming
Carbon County deputies busted a ring of "juvenile" hunting camp thieves after a flurry of thefts between Sept. 15 and Oct. 1. The sheriff reported Friday that the ring had been operating for "several years." A local hunter recommends using game cameras.
Mark HeinzOctober 09, 2026
‘Sexually Transmitted Diarrhea’ Superbug In Colorado, Moving Closer To Wyoming
A drug-resistant, diarrhea-causing “superbug” that can spread through sex is surging across the U.S. It’s in Colorado and moving toward Wyoming. A UW microbiologist said the rise has his attention. “This is definitely a rising risk,” he said.
Kolby FedoreOctober 09, 2026
Sweetwater County School District Turmoil Continues With Walkout Of CFO, 3 Others
The CFO and three others in Sweetwater County School District No. 1's accounting office have left or taken leave. It's the latest turmoil for the district that includes recently putting the superintendent on administrative leave.
Kate MeadowsOctober 09, 2026
Yellowstone Mechanic Stops So He Doesn't Hit Bull Bison, Bison Hits Him Anyway
A seasonal mechanic driving through Yellowstone National Park in darkness Thursday morning stopped so he wouldn't hit a bull bison standing in the road at Mud Volcano. The bison did not return the favor, opting to smash into his truck anyway.
Andrew RossiOctober 09, 2026
Powell Man Accused Of Trying To Run Down Workers Near LDS Temple Found Competent
A Powell man accused of trying to run down workers in a construction zone near the Cody LDS temple site while ranting “f*** you, Mormons!” and “I’ll f***ing kill you!” has been found mentally competent. He was bound over Thursday for district court.
Greg JohnsonOctober 09, 2026
Outrage, Criminal Investigation After South Dakota Man Posts Video Drowning Squirrel
A South Dakota man who filmed himself drowning a caged squirrel for several minutes, claimed it was just a "bath" and punishment for eating his apples. Subsequent outrage has led to a criminal investigation. The man wouldn't say if the squirrel died.
Emma Jane JacksonOctober 09, 2026
Wow! Grizzlies in Montana Cornfield Scatter Like Mice As Rancher's Combine Nears
A farmer shot a wild video Thursday showing at least seven grizzlies scrambling like gigantic mice at the approach of his combine in a Montana cornfield near the community of Augusta. Locals say this is common for the area known as a hotbed for grizzlies.
Mark HeinzOctober 09, 2026
Casper Woman Pleads Guilty In Wrong-Way Drunk-Driving Crash That Killed Mom Of 2
A 35-year-old former Casper woman pleaded guilty Friday to being drunk and causing a wrong-way head-on collision that killed a 43-year-old Casper mother of two in November 2025 and two months later claimed the woman’s 78-year-old father.
Dale KillingbeckOctober 09, 2026
Former Wyoming Reporter Arrested In Pepper Spray Grenade Clash At Cheyenne Home
April Marie Hamilton, the former Wyoming reporter charged with forgery and perjury, was arrested on an outstanding warrant Tuesday after allegedly hiding from deputies. They lobbed pepper spray grenades into her basement, then arrested her.
Clair McFarlandOctober 09, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Friday, October 9, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsOctober 09, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Friday, October 9, 2026
Friday's headlines include: * No Say Over Data Center * Mom Of 9 Kills Mountain Lion * Last Chance For Northern Lights
Mac WatsonOctober 09, 2026
Rod Miller: Balls And Strikes In Grand Teton National Park
Columnist Rod Miller writes, "Beneath the shadow of the Grand Trump, in Grand Trump National Park – formerly known as Grand Teton National Park – the first major league baseball game in Wyoming’s long history is about to commence."
Rod MillerOctober 09, 2026
Letter To The Editor: I'm Voting NO On Prop 1 For My Kids
Dear editor: Proposition 1 would cut property taxes by 50%. If it passes, it will cut funding for critical local public services that we all use, many of which my kids happen to enjoy very much.
October 09, 2026
Clark Mother Of Nine Shoots Mountain Lion Hanging Around Family's Corn Maze
A mother of nine in Clark, Wyoming, took matters into her own hands when a mountain lion was seen lurking around the family's popular corn maze and pumpkin patch. "I had never even really seen a mountain lion in person,” Bridget Gallagher said.
Mark HeinzOctober 08, 2026
‘Mind-Boggling’: With No Zoning, Fremont County In The Dark On $66B Data Center Plan
With no zoning regulations, Fremont County is in the dark about a potential $66 billion data center plan and has little say in how it might take shape. “It’s mind boggling ... we can’t have any involvement," said a commissioner.
Emma Jane JacksonOctober 08, 2026
Last Chance! Aurora Could Be Visible Over Wyoming For Final Time For A Decade
A geomagnetic storm hitting Earth's atmosphere Thursday night and Friday could give Wyomingites a last chance to see an aurora for nearly a decade. "You might want to get up and hope for the best," says retired state climatologist Jan Curtis.
Andrew RossiOctober 08, 2026
Rec Board Asks Fremont County To Donate Alfalfa Field For $30 Million Rec Center
The Fremont County Commission is weighing whether it can donate 30 acres of a Riverton alfalfa field to a group that wants to build a $30 million sports complex on a rural road. The town's growth has been immense, with a second hospital, and Amazon facility.
Clair McFarlandOctober 08, 2026