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Urban Sprawl Is Flooding Wildlife Rehab Center With Eagles, Foxes and Coyotes
Amid Denver's urban sprawl, Rocky Mountain Wildlife Alliance is rescuing a fast-growing number of injured animals. The animal hospital has taken in 627 patients this year with roughly one-third having suffered injuries from vehicle collisions.
Mark HeinzJune 27, 2026
Inside Cheyenne’s $5 Million Railcar Experience Taking Shape For 15th Street
Installation began Saturday on Cheyenne’s new 15th Street Railcar Experience, a $5 million downtown project aimed at celebrating the city’s railroad roots. A Union Pacific caboose and two Pullman cars have been restored for the destination.
Renée JeanJune 27, 2026
Wyoming Hunting: Larry Hicks Is King Of Trophy Antelope With 16 Record-Book Bucks
Larry Hicks of Baggs has bagged 16 record-book trophy antelope bucks, including 14 in Wyoming. “After 20 years of trying, I finally got to the point where I cracked the code for spotting record book antelope," Hicks said.
Mark HeinzJune 27, 2026
Wyoming's Prehistoric Hell Pigs Looked Like Pigs But Were More Like Whales And Hippos
The first fossils of the prehistoric mammal known as the "North American Hell Pig" were found near Fort Laramie, Wyoming in 1850. Scientists say although they look similar to pigs, they are more closely related to whales and hippos.
Andrew RossiJune 27, 2026
Guest Column: Wyoming Finally Exposed The True Cost of Student Activities
Chase Christensen writes, "If Wyoming believes activities are essential to education, the funding model should reflect that reality instead of relying on a compromise that partially restores a system that never fully funded them."
Guest ColumnJune 27, 2026
Joan Barron: Carcinogen Cleanup Stalled In Cheyenne
Columnist Joan Barron writes, "A project to clean up an abandoned Atlas missile site west of Cheyenne has been at a standstill for the past two years. At issue is a carcinogen that airmen used to scrub nuclear warhead rockets during the 1950s and 1960s."
Joan BarronJune 27, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Married For A Billion Seconds! Reflections On 60 Years of Marriage
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "Some 60 years ago over a three-week period in locations almost 1,000 miles apart, three young couples got married in May and June of 1970. Now, these three couples are celebrating their Diamond Anniversaries in Lander."
Bill SniffinJune 27, 2026
Hooray! Desperate Search For 14-Year-Old Gillette Dog Has Happy Ending In Wisconsin
When Gillette's Kimberly Fry got a phone call at 8:15 a.m. that someone had found their 14-year-old corgi in Wisconsin, she started crying. An hour later, her family was on the road and drove more than 1,000 miles straight to get their rescued dog.
Andrew RossiJune 27, 2026
Who Are John And Jane Doe? Twin Genealogists Hope Tattoos Can ID Cheyenne Bodies
Twin genealogists are working to identify a John and Jane Doe found two months apart in Cheyenne earlier this year. “They don’t have a voice,” the sisters said, “but their distinctive tattoos could help investigators track down who they are.”
Jen KocherJune 27, 2026
Guest Column: The Freedom Caucus Agenda?
Rep. Tomi Strock writes, "When I learned that a few attorneys paid for billboards across the state urging people to “stop the Freedom Caucus agenda,” I thought it was a waste of money. I’m proud of what the Freedom Caucus has accomplished."
Guest ColumnJune 27, 2026
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Jake NicholsJune 27, 2026
With Antelope Numbers Still Down, This Year’s Tag Draw Dismal For Many Hunters
Wyoming hunters who didn’t draw antelope tags this year aren't alone. “I don’t know anybody who drew a good antelope tag,” said prominent outdoorsman Guy Eastman. They blame the winter of 2022-2023, which devastated antelope populations.
Mark HeinzJune 27, 2026
Johnson County Sheriff Releases Body Cam Video Of Rep. Bill Allemand's DUI Arrest
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office on Friday released body camera video of state Rep. Bill Allemand's December DUI arrest. Allemand grew more adversarial toward the deputy throughout his arrest, ultimately calling him an "asshole."
Clair McFarlandJune 27, 2026
Longtime Voice Of Sheridan Indian Relay Quits Over Traffic Stop With 'Racist Overtones'
The longtime voice of the Sheridan Indian Relay Races has quit over an interaction with law enforcement he claims had "racist overtones." He said the decision to not return was because the rodeo's board didn't stand behind him and condemn his treatment.
Julie MankinJune 26, 2026
12-Year-Old Visitor Hurt By Yellowstone Bison, Sent To Hospital
A 12-year-old was taken to an area hospital Friday after being hurt by a bison just north of Fishing Bridge in Yellowstone National Park. This is the first recorded bison attack in Yellowstone of the year.
Mark HeinzJune 26, 2026
Dennis Sun: The New World Screwworm Is One Expensive Parasite
Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "The New World screwworm is causing trouble and costing dollars in Texas and New Mexico. "Twenty cases have been found so far, and if there are 20 cases in livestock and pets, there are probably another 20 cases or more in wildlife."
Dennis SunJune 26, 2026
Jonathan Lange: Parental Rights Are Children’s Rights
Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “Every enforcement tool from the federal DOJ and DOE to the local school board should be protecting a child’s right to be raised by his or her own parents.”
Jonathan LangeJune 26, 2026
Police Say Cody Woman In Four-Hour Standoff Was Taking Coins, Guns From Home
A Cody woman in a four-hour standoff Wednesday was allegedly taking collectible coins and firearms from the house of her late grandparents, police say. She “claimed that the guns, coins and other valuable pieces were stolen from her,” the CPD reports.
Greg JohnsonJune 26, 2026
Wyoming Republican Party Cracking Down On Use Of Official RNC Elephant Logo
The Common Sense Republicans for Wyoming group says they will alter their billboards after the Wyoming Republican Party warned it could be a violation to use the official GOP elephant logo. They aren't alone — other candidates and groups are doing the same.
Clair McFarlandJune 26, 2026
Casper Woman Charged With Driving Getaway Car After Fatal Apartment Shooting
A Casper woman has been arrested and was in court Thursday, accused of driving the getaway car in an ambush-style apartment shooting more than a year ago that left one man dead. Police say she knew “something bad” was about to go down at the time.
Kolby FedoreJune 26, 2026
250th Great American State Fair In D.C.: Wyoming Showcases Cowboys, Scenery
Cowboys and scenic wonders were the primary Wyoming themes Thursday at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., where all 50 states were showcased. Courtny Hinds and Kota Provence, both Douglas residents, were on hand to give roping lessons.
Sean BarryJune 26, 2026
Lander Man Wants Murder Charge Dismissed, Says Force In Bar Fight ‘Reasonable’
A Lander man facing a second-degree murder charge for a fatal January bar brawl wants the charge dismissed, saying he used “reasonable” force. Prosecutors disagree, saying he “advances like a predator” on the victim in a Thursday response.
Greg JohnsonJune 26, 2026
In Wyoming's 'Hail Alley,' Giant Ice Balls Falling From The Sky Are Normal
For much of the week, the southeast corner of Wyoming had a series of tornado watches and warnings. While tornadoes grab the headlines, residents know the real menace is monster hail. "We're where the storms like to start," said meteorologist Colby Goatley.
Kolby FedoreJune 26, 2026
Miracle, Popular Grand Teton Grizzly, Relocated After Getting Too Close To People
After repeatedly getting too close to people and food sources, a popular young grizzly nicknamed Miracle was captured and relocated by wildlife agents in Grand Teton National Park on Thursday. "It was just a matter of time," said one wildlife photographer.
Mark HeinzJune 26, 2026