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Man In Bathrobe Accused Of Trying To Kidnap Woman From Riverton Church Parking Lot
A Riverton man in a bathrobe could spend life in prison after police say they found him lying on top of a bleeding woman in a church parking lot in an alleged attempted kidnapping. "I thought he was going to kill me,” the woman told police.
Kolby FedoreJune 09, 2026
Michigan Tourist Accused Of Drunken Window-Smashing Rampage In Downtown Jackson
Police say a drunken, shirtless, barefoot Michigan man threatened two women, smashed storefront windows and led authorities on a foot chase in downtown Jackson last week before getting tased. Court documents say he threatened to shoot people and himself.
Kolby FedoreJune 09, 2026
In Emotional City Council Meeting, Cheyenne Weighs Record Microsoft Annexation
It was yet another data-center dominated night for the Cheyenne City Council on Monday, with intense, sometimes emotional public testimony on what would be the largest annexation in Cheyenne history. The annexation will support expansion of data centers.
Renée JeanJune 09, 2026
Fred Harrison: The Arrogance of "Efficiency" — How The Judiciary Assassinated The Civil Jury
Columnist Fred Harrison writes, "It is time to discard the hubris of the Living Constitution and return to the text we inherited. The courtroom does not belong to the judge, the administrative state, or corporate interests terrified of public scrutiny."
Fred HarrisonJune 09, 2026
Mother Of Man Who Suggested "Death By Cop" Sues Casper
The mother of a man who was fatally shot by police after a tense standoff sued the City of Casper and police officers, saying officers wrongfully killed her son and the city failed to train officers to avoid rights violations.
Clair McFarlandJune 09, 2026
Russian-Speaking Trucker Charged With I-80 Hit-And-Run, Failing English Proficiency Test
A Russian-speaking truck driver faces criminal charges after allegedly hitting a disabled car on I-80 and then leaving the scene. Court documents say he failed an English proficiency test and simply nodded when shown the damaged vehicle.
Kolby FedoreJune 09, 2026
Deadly Shootout In Baggs, Wyoming: Neighbors Helped Deputy After Shot By Suspect
The day after a gunfight that left a deputy shot and the suspect dead in Baggs, Wyoming, former mayor Linda Fleming said it's no surprise neighbors rushed to help the fallen deputy. “It's just what we do. People don’t give it a second thought," she said.
Greg JohnsonJune 09, 2026
Brooklyn Man Charged in Multi-Bank Fraud Scheme Pleads Not Guilty in Casper Court
A 21-year-old Brooklyn man pleaded not guilty Tuesday in Natrona County District Court for his alleged role in a three-person conspiracy to target Wyoming banks. Police say the group stole thousands of dollars from a bank in Buffalo, Wyoming, in April.
Dale KillingbeckJune 09, 2026
Merry Christmas! Yellowstone To Get June Snowstorm As Cold Front Dips Into Wyoming
After a string of 90+ degree days, snow is heading for Yellowstone National Park on Wednesday. Meteorologist Don Day says all of Wyoming should expect cooler than usual weather in the next two weeks. “This is just continued weirdness,” Day said.
Andrew RossiJune 09, 2026
Casper Man Pleads Not Guilty To Yanking Police Officer’s Testicles, Biting Groin
A 21-year-old Casper man pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to grabbing and repeatedly pulling on a police officer’s testicles, biting his groin, and biting another officer. The three felony charges each carry a potential of 10 years in prison.
Dale KillingbeckJune 09, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsJune 09, 2026
‘Active Assailant’ And Officer Shot Reports Has Baggs On Edge
It was a busier-than-usual Monday at the Cowboy Inn along Wyoming Highway 789 near the southern edge of Baggs. Across the road is an apartment building where an “active assailant” incident began that included reports of an officer being shot.
Greg JohnsonJune 09, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Tuesday's headlines include: * Shootout in Baggs * Data Centers Lower Electricity? * Stupid Tourist Charges Bison Herd
Mac WatsonJune 09, 2026
Dave Simpson: Never-Trumper Guy Wants An Explanation
Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "Despite all the hatred and name calling, he's getting some good results. It's about results, not personality. I don't love everything about Trump. But, you guys HATE everything about him. Even the good stuff."
Dave SimpsonJune 09, 2026
Deadly Shooting In Baggs, Wyoming: Deputy Injured, Shooter Dead
An active shooter manhunt unfolded Monday in Baggs where one deputy was injured and the shooter died on scene, Carbon County Sheriff Alex Bakken confirmed late Monday. The sheriff said the suspect opened fire on law enforcement before driving off a highway.
Clair McFarlandJune 08, 2026
Cheyenne Leaders, Industry Officials: Data Centers Could Lower Electricity Costs
At a panel discussion on Saturday, Cheyenne leaders and industry officials said data centers are already helping stabilize electric rates and are opening new land for housing. But skeptics still aren’t buying it.
Renée JeanJune 08, 2026
Cody River Guide Says Electric Wire Across River Nearly Sunk Raft With Child In It
A Cody river guide said his raft was nearly sunk by an electric fence wire strung too low across a river in Park County, while he was out on a float with his girlfriend and her young son on Sunday. "This could have gone bad fast," he said.
Mark HeinzJune 08, 2026
'Unbelievably Stupid' Tourist Charges Yellowstone Bison Herd
Oklahoma resident Les Vandever said he is still stunned after seeing a man charging into a herd of bison in Yellowstone. "It was a moment of unbelievable stupidity," he said. “We were sitting in our car, just dumbfounded."
Andrew RossiJune 08, 2026
Baggs Area On Lockdown As Manhunt Underway For Active Shooter: ‘It’s Not Good’
Multiple agencies are responding to Baggs in Carbon County on reports of shots fired, and an emergency message is advising: “Active assailant in Baggs. Please shelter in place.” “There is an active situation — and it's not good," said the mayor of Baggs.
Kolby FedoreJune 08, 2026
Casper Man Accused Of Stabbing Man For Paying Off Drug Debt With Fake Money
A 40-year-old Casper man was in court Friday, accused of stabbing another man for paying off his drug debt with fake money. "I’m going to kill you,” a witness told police about the attack, which also was captured on video.
Dale KillingbeckJune 08, 2026
Wyoming Land Board Decides To Wait For Court To Rule Whether Wind Farm Is Legal
The State Land Board voted 3-2 Monday to pause its work to halt two controversial wind leases — until a court decides a major legal question on them. Secretary of State Chuck Gray called it "irregular," but Auditor Kristi Racines cast it as common sense.
Clair McFarlandJune 08, 2026
German Tourists Get Stuck In Bighorns After Following Google Maps
Big Horn County Search and Rescue had to rescue two German tourists after Google Maps got their rented Jeep stuck on a backcountry road. “If you're going to be in the Bighorns, don't trust Google,” is the takeaway, said a Wyoming tow truck driver.
Andrew RossiJune 08, 2026
'Pray For Rain': Wildfire Burns 3,900 Acres, Has Northeast Wyoming Ranchers Worried
A downed power line is believed responsible for the Raven Creek Fire which has burned 3,900 acres of land in northeast Wyoming. Weston County Fire Warden Daniel Tysdal said they're experiencing "late-summer fire weather conditions and fire behavior."
Kolby FedoreJune 08, 2026
Texas Rangers Salute Wyoming’s Brandon Nimmo With His Own Bobblehead Night
Wyoming's own Brandon Nimmo was honored by the Texas Rangers on Sunday with his own bobblehead night. Brandon's 90-year-old grandpa threw out the first pitch. "If you're from Wyoming, you would have been proud," writes Bill Sniffin, who attended the game.
Bill SniffinJune 08, 2026