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Wyoming's Joint Judiciary Committee on Monday advanced a bill seeking to criminalize "grooming," or pushing children toward sexual acts. As drafted, it would penalize grooming offenses with harsher penalties than statutory rape itself.

Wyoming Panel Advances Grooming Bill With Tougher Penalties Than Statutory Rape

Wyoming's Joint Judiciary Committee on Monday advanced a bill seeking to criminalize "grooming," or pushing children toward sexual acts. As drafted, it would penalize grooming offenses with harsher penalties than statutory rape itself.

Clair McFarlandOctober 15, 2025

Michaelk Ohern is accused of hoarding more than 100 animals in Cheyenne. He was investigated — but not convicted — for similar allegations dating back to 2022. Shelter staffers are still scrambling to feed, clean and care for the massive influx of rescued pets.

Alleged Cheyenne Animal Hoarder Was Investigated For Cruelty Before

The man accused of hoarding more than 100 animals in Cheyenne was investigated — but not convicted — for similar allegations dating back to 2022. Shelter staffers are still scrambling to feed, clean and care for the massive influx of rescued pets.

Jackson Walker & Clair McFarlandOctober 15, 2025

Marissa Allen on life support in a Colorlado hospital after being shot in the head last week.

'I Shot Her': Gillette Woman Shot In Head Remains On Life Support, Man Charged

A Gillette woman remained on life support Tuesday after being shot in the head last week. Police say Javier Abeyta allegedly admitted to a witness "I shot her." He was arrested and charged with attempted murder and assault.

Scott SchwebkeOctober 14, 2025

Crisis pregnancy center 10 14 25

Letter To The Editor: Crisis Pregnancy Centers -- Wyoming Deserves Better

Dear editor: As a Wyoming mother of two, former breastfeeding counselor and fan of honest medical information, I can tell you that Crisis Pregnancy Centers are not the answer.

October 14, 2025

Sniffin yellowstone 10 14 25

Bill Sniffin: Yellowstone In The Snow? In A Convertible? Sure, Why Not?

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Who in their right mind would risk driving through Yellowstone in the face of blizzards in a convertible with the top down? Well, duh, I guess it was me.”

Bill SniffinOctober 14, 2025

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth (R) speaks alongside President Donald Trump during a Cabinet meeting at the White House on October 09, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Letter To The Editor: Gail Symons Might Want To Talk To The Local VFW

Dear editor: I am a retired Army E9 who served 32 years in uniform retiring in 2020. During my time, I was forced to sit in a room with 400 other classmates and participate in an LGBTQ celebration.

October 14, 2025

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Letter To The Editor: Goodbye Radiant, And Good Riddance

Dear editor: By choosing Tennessee, Radiant has confirmed exactly what Wyoming critics were saying all along: this technology is still experimental, still unproven, and not yet appropriate for a civilian community setting.

October 14, 2025

People watch U.S. President Donald Trump address the Knesset, Israel's parliament, on a giant screen in Hostages Square on Oct. 13, 2025 in Tel Aviv, Israel. The ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas has brought an end to the two years of war that followed the attacks of Oct. 7, 2023. A condition of the deal was the immediate return of 48 hostages held in Gaza, around 20 of whom were believed to be alive.

Wyoming Delegation Applauds Release Of Israeli Hostages

Among the 20 living hostages released Monday as part of the Israel-Hamas peace deal is Avinatan Or, whose brother Chaim Or visited U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis in May. Lummis told Cowboy State Daily that it was unknown whether Avinatan Or was alive.

Sean BarryOctober 14, 2025

Dallas Smith, 46, of Casper pleaded not guilty Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, to setting 13 fires in Casper over the summer, including one at the Yellowstone Motel.

Man Pleads Not Guilty To Setting 13 Arson Fires Around Casper

A 46-year-old Casper man pleaded not guilty in Natrona County District Court on Tuesday to setting 13 fires in the city over the summer. He's accused of sparking blazes at a vacant building used by homeless people and at the Yellowstone Motel.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 14, 2025

A group of 20 ranchers are getting ready to drill a test well in southeastern Wyoning for carbon storage. The project is pushing ahead despite federal funding delays.

Hot Carbon Markets Boost Wyoming Ranchers’ Capture Project

A group of Wyoming ranchers is building a massive carbon storage project on their land. The project aims to store carbon dioxide underground, creating new income and supporting the local economy.

Renée JeanOctober 14, 2025

The sister of a man who was killed after fatally shooting a Sheridan police officer last year has dropped her lawsuit against law enforcement. She told Cowboy State Daily her lawsuit was never about money, but about unearthing answers about her brother’s death.

Sister Of Sheridan Cop-Shooter Drops Lawsuit, Says It Was About Answers, Not Money

The sister of a man who was killed after fatally shooting a Sheridan police officer last year has dropped her lawsuit against law enforcement. She said the lawsuit was never about money, but getting answers about her brother’s death.

Clair McFarlandOctober 14, 2025

Natrona County School District 1 Superintendent Angela Hensley barred two school board trustees from attending a meeting over restrictions put on new Turning Point USA chapters. The trustees had been invited to the meeting by the parents of a TPUSA student leader.

Natrona County Schools Chief Won’t Let Board Members Into Turning Point Meeting

The Natrona County School District 1 superintendent barred two school board trustees from attending a meeting over restrictions put on new Turning Point USA chapters. The trustees had been invited to the meeting by the parents of a TPUSA student leader.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 14, 2025

The Natrona County school district meeting room was packed on Monday night with many having an opinion on the district’s controversy involving Turing Point USA Club America chapters.

Natrona County Schools Accused Of Stifling Free Speech Over Turning Point Chapters

The Natrona County District No. 1 school board heard plenty Monday from people about the controversy over forming Turning Point USA chapters in the district. The Natrona County High TPUSA founder said the district has been stifling free speech.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 14, 2025

The Platte County Republican Party chose three finalists Monday to be the next county sheriff. They are Guernsey Police Chief Jay Harrison, left, Platte County Emergency Management Coordinator Tony Krotz, top right, and former law enforcement officer Curtis Hofrock.

Police Chief, Former Cop, Emergency Coordinator Finalists For Platte County Sheriff

The Platte County Republican Party chose three finalists Monday to be the next county sheriff. The commission now must choose between the Guernsey police chief, a former cop and the county's emergency management coordinator.

Jackson WalkerOctober 14, 2025

After Radiant Nuclear dumped Wyoming for Tennessee on Monday, questions surround the future of the state’s nuclear industry. Legislators and elected officials are pointing fingers of blame and speculation over the decision. Gov. Mark Gordon and state Sen. Ed Cooper, right, decry losing Radiant, calling legislators opposed to the project "Club No." Two of those are state Reps. Rachel Rodriguez-Willaims and Bill Allemand, left.

Legislators Pointing Fingers Over Radiant Nuclear Killing Wyoming Project

After Radiant Nuclear dumped Wyoming for Tennessee, state lawmakers are left pointing fingers at each other. Some legislators say the state made a catastrophic mistake in not embracing the industry.

David MadisonOctober 14, 2025

Wyoming's rapidly growing data center sector has sparked concerns about rising power bills.

Wyoming’s Data Center Boom Sparks Fears Of Soaring Electric Rates

Wyoming’s growing sector of artificial intelligence and data centers have collectively announced 12.8 gigawatts worth of processing power so far. That has sparked concerns about rising power bills, but not everyone is worried.

Renée JeanOctober 14, 2025

A Yellowstone outfitter and guide loves exploring the most remote places in the national park. His horses and mules not only are hardy companions, they gang up to chase away interloping grizzlies.

Yellowstone Guide Loves The Backcountry, Where His Mules Chase Grizzlies Away

A Yellowstone outfitter and guide loves exploring the most remote places in the national park. His horses and mules not only are hardy companions, they gang up to chase away interloping grizzlies.

Mark HeinzOctober 14, 2025

A rock hound found a human skull in a Carbon County cave Sunday, Oct. 13, 2025, prompting a sheriff’s investigation. Authorities say it may be decades old — or even date back to the 1800s — and are working with experts to identify it. Inset: File photo

Human Skull Found In Carbon County Cave Could Date Back To 1800s

A rock hound found a human skull in a Carbon County cave Sunday, prompting a sheriff’s investigation. Authorities say it may be decades old — or even date back to the 1800s — and are working with experts to identify it.

Scott SchwebkeOctober 13, 2025

This bull moose in Grand Teton National Park was known as Elk Antler, because of the unique shape of his antlers. He was stuck by a vehicle and killed Friday.

Four Moose Killed By Drivers In Grand Teton, Including Famed Bull 'Elk Antler'

Four moose, including famed bull “Elk Antler,” were killed by speeding drivers in Grand Teton National Park over the past couple of weeks. Authorities say increasing traffic is to blame as "shoulder seasons" are much busier than they used to be.

Mark HeinzOctober 13, 2025

The Cheyenne Animal Shelter is scrambling to serve more than 100 animals following a “horrific” hoarding case. Many are dirty, skinny, and in need of veterinary care. A Laramie County man has been charged with animal cruelty.

Cheyenne Animal Shelter Scrambling After Saving More Than 100 Pets From Hoarder

The Cheyenne Animal Shelter is scrambling to serve more than 100 animals following a “horrific” hoarding case. Many are dirty, skinny, and in need of veterinary care. A Laramie County man has been charged with animal cruelty.

Jackson WalkerOctober 13, 2025

Sen. Ed Cooper in the Wyoming Legislature on Jan 31, 2025

Guest Column: Fear Is No Energy Policy

Sen. Ed Cooper writes, "This wasn't just another plant; it was a foothold in manufacturing tied to national defense. Now it is gone, and Wyoming didn’t just lose a project; we lost a chance to lead. Many of the loudest 'no' voices in that fight are newcomers to Wyoming."

Guest ColumnOctober 13, 2025

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