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14-Year-Old Cheyenne Male Shot And Killed In Apparent Homicide
A 14-year-old Cheyenne male was killed early Monday morning in an apparent homicide.
July 06, 2021
Wyoming’s Mining Employment Drops By More Than 25% In One Year
Wyomings mining industry lost more than one-quarter of its jobs in the first quarter of this year compared to 2020, according to a state report.
July 06, 2021
Firefighters Battle Lightning-Caused Fire In Drought-Stricken Campbell County
Firefighters in drought-stricken Campbell County continued Tuesday to battle a lightning-caused wildfire that was ignited Monday.
July 06, 2021
Bouchard, Gray Call For NPR, Public Media to Be Defunded
Two of Wyoming's legislators and current congressional candidates made calls for defunding National Public Radio and other public media over the holiday weekend.
July 06, 2021
Grizzly Kills Camper In Montana, Officials Still Hunting For Animal
A person was killed early Tuesday morning by a grizzly bear in a small town in Montana, according to Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks officials.
July 06, 2021
Bill Sniffin: Liz Cheney For President? Destiny Calls. Here Is A Scenario That Sees Her Leaving Wyoming Behind
Bill Sniffin writes: "The clout that Liz has been able to tout over her three terms has been diminished. The dominant Trump wing of the Republican Party is trying to bury her."
Bill SniffinJuly 05, 2021
AARP: Fraud Watch Network — Protect Your Device, Protect Yourself
Many scams originate right at your fingertips through your computer or smartphone.
July 05, 2021
Federal Unemployment Benefits End, But Wyoming Tourism Worker Shortage Persists
As Wyoming gears up for another summer of increased visitation, tourism-reliant businesses are still struggling to find enough workers to operate fully.
July 05, 2021
74 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Monday; 74 Recoveries, 540 Active
The state reported 74 new laboratory-confirmed and 18 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 540 active cases.
July 05, 2021
Northwest Wyo Fire Officials Urge Residents To Avoid Fireworks
Extremely dry and hot conditions have fire officials in northwestern Wyoming asking residents to stay away from fireworks this Fourth of July, even there there is no official ban on the explosives in the county.
Wendy CorrJuly 03, 2021
Lander Pastor Makes Emergency Landing On Wyoming Highway After Airplane Engine Blows Up
A Lander pilot successfully landed on a highway near Lander after the engine on his plane blew up at 12,000 feet.
Bill SniffinJuly 03, 2021
Raccoon-Hat-Wearing Maine Man Banned From Yellowstone For Trespassing Onto Old Faithful
A Maine man was sentenced this week for trespassing onto a thermal area at Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park.
July 02, 2021
U.S. District Judge Nancy Freudenthal To Move To Semi-Retirement In Federal Court
U.S. District Judge Nancy Freudenthal will take senior status, a form of judicial semi-retirement, next year after 11 years on the federal bench in Wyoming.
July 02, 2021
Cheney Votes to Remove Confederate Statues From Capitol, Lummis Calls Vote ‘Distraction’
Rep. Cheney voted to remove all Confederate statues from the U.S. Capitol while Sen. Lummis called the vote a "distraction".
July 02, 2021
Cheney Challengers Criticize Congresswoman’s Jan 6 Committee Assignment
Candidates who are running against Liz Cheney in 2022 bashed the congresswoman for her appointment to House committee that will investigate the January 6 attacks on the Capitol.
Jimmy OrrJuly 02, 2021
Jim Hicks: What To Do When A “Two-Holer” Is In The Passing Lane
So when Larry had the opportunity to assume ownership of two outhouses that were in fairly good shape . . . he jumped at it.
Jim HicksJuly 02, 2021
Cheyenne Police Says Social Media Makes It Appear There Are More Runaways
The Cheyenne Police Department said its use of social media makes it appear there are more runaways than there really are.
July 02, 2021
No Fireworks Shows Within 100 Miles Of Gillette For Fourth Of July Weekend
Fire bans outlawing fireworks in Campbell County and the surrounding area means residents will need to travel if they want to see any professional fireworks displays this coming Fourth of July.
County 17July 02, 2021
44 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Thursday; 93 Recoveries, 522 Active
The state reported 44 new laboratory-confirmed and 19 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 522 active cases.
July 01, 2021
Gordon Evaluating U.S. – Mexico Border Situation For Ways To Help
While South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has sent 100 troops to the U.S. - Mexico border, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon is evaluating ways Wyoming can help.
July 01, 2021
Fire Restrictions Take Effect As Fourth Nears
Stage 1 fire restrictions are in affect for at least 10 counties in Wyoming.
Wendy CorrJuly 01, 2021
Trailer Drops For New Season of ‘Yellowstone’ Series
The trailer for the latest season of the "Yellowstone" drama series starring Kevin Costner has dropped this week.
July 01, 2021
Montana On High Alert For Invasion of Feral Swine From Canada; Wyoming Not Concerned Yet
While Montana is on high alert for an invasion of destructive feral swine from Canada, Wyoming isn't concerned about it yet.
July 01, 2021
Wyoming Discus Thrower Ready To Represent U.S. At Olympics
Hes 6 feet, 8 inches tall. He is 335 pounds. He was a theater major at the University of Wyoming. Now Mason Finley is heading to Tokyo to represent the United States in the Summer Olympics.
Wendy CorrJuly 01, 2021