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Wyoming Bull Rider Goes Into College National Rodeo Finals No. 1 In Nation
All eyes will be on Kahl Wasilow, the nation’s No. 1 bull rider from Laramie County Community College, at next month’s College National Finals Rodeo in Casper. The University of Wyoming men’s and women’s teams also are riding high as regional champs.
Julie MankinMay 01, 2026
During Fatal House Fire, Bystanders Rush Into Burning Riverton Home To Rescue Kids
The fast actions of some Riverton good Samaritans are being credited for rescuing two children from a Thursday house fire that left one person dead and two people critically hurt. “There are many heroes who live amongst us,” said the city’s police chief.
Kolby FedoreMay 01, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Friday, May 1, 2026
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Jake NicholsMay 01, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Friday, May 1, 2026
Friday's headlines include: * Cheyenne Shooting, Manhunt * Heroes Save Toddler In Glenrock * Freedom Caucus Win In Defamation Case
Mac WatsonMay 01, 2026
In New ‘Longmire’ Book, Sheriff Walt Has To Solve The Murder Of Guy Everyone Hated
Everyone Hated Pepper McKay, so when he turned up dead, Sheriff Walt Longmire had a lot of suspects to rule out in his latest “Longmire” mystery, “The Brothers McKay.” Wyoming author Craig Johnson’s 22nd “Longmire” novel is set for a May 26 release.
Renée JeanApril 30, 2026
Judge Rules Freedom Caucus PAC Mailers Didn’t Defame Rock Springs Legislators
A judge on Thursday dismissed the defamation case of two legislators against the campaign arm of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus. “You can say pretty ludicrous stuff” in politics, the judge said about negative mailers targeting the Rock Springs state reps.
Clair McFarlandApril 30, 2026
Glenrock 15-Month-Old Alive Thanks To Grandmother And Cop Who Lives Next Door
When a 15-month-old Glenrock boy started having seizures and was choking, the family called for help. They were lucky local cop and firefighter Shane Pierce lives next door. He and the boy’s grandmother kept him from choking to death until EMS arrived.
Dale KillingbeckApril 30, 2026
Scott Clem: What's Changed In My Politics
Columnist Scott Clem writes, "At the GOP convention, a sweeping set of bylaw changes was pushed through under rules that silenced debate. They were crafted to concentrate power in a small committee and the larger body was expected to rubber‑stamp it."
Scott ClemApril 30, 2026
Skyrocketing Costs, Drought A ‘Perfect Storm’ For Wyoming Farmers and Ranchers
High fertilizer costs and severe drought is leaving Wyoming’s famers and ranchers making tough choices. “It’s kind of the perfect storm for agriculture,” one farmer said, adding many aren’t fertilizing this year because it’s too expensive.
Kate MeadowsApril 30, 2026
Guest Column: Judge Forgey Doesn’t Deserve to Die
Guest Columnist Ryan Semerad writes: “On my drive to the office each day, I pass the Wellspring clinic in Casper. I see peaceful protesters carrying signs reading: 'Pray to end abortion.' Pray. Not kill to end abortion."
Guest ColumnApril 30, 2026
Gunfire From State’s $19.5M Shooting Range Near Cody Could Drive Eagles Away
Some are concerned that gunfire from Wyoming’s new $19.5 million shooting complex near Cody will drive eagles away from prime hunting and nesting grounds. “Eagles will avoid people and gunshots,” says the conservation director for the Teton Raptor Center.
Mark HeinzApril 30, 2026
Wyoming Man Charged With Driving 16 Hours To Kidnap, Rape Girl He Met On Snapchat
A Kemmerer man faces up to 260 years in prison after prosecutors say he drove 16 hours to kidnap and rape a 12-year-old Oklahoma girl he met on Snapchat. During questioning, police say the man “was crying” and said he "was really sorry for what happened."
Kolby FedoreApril 30, 2026
‘Covered In Filth’: Couple Accused Of Having Four Kids Living In Rotting Garbage
A Kemmerer couple faces multiple child endangerment charges, accused of having their four kids living in a home “covered in filth.” The couple repeatedly demanded to know who reported them and said they were “sick of being harassed for no reason.”
Greg JohnsonApril 30, 2026
U.S. Supreme Court's Racial Redistricting Decision Could Shake Up Wyoming
A Wednesday U.S. Supreme Court ruling declaring Louisiana’s race-based congressional district unconstitutional could shake up Wyoming. Fremont County has a race-based legislative district and a race-based commission district.
Clair McFarlandApril 30, 2026
Caught: Cheyenne Man At Center Of Manhunt In Custody, Detectives Talking To Him
The suspect in a Thursday morning shooting in a central Cheyenne neighborhood was in custody by early afternoon, and detectives are talking to him, police say. Adrian Maggos also was once accused of attacking a man with brass knuckles.
Jimmy Orr & Kolby FedoreApril 30, 2026
Uinta County Man Pleads Not Guilty To Threats To Shoot Neighbors, Blow Up Truck
A Uinta County man pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges involving threats to shoot his neighbors and blow up their propane truck. In a social media video that caught the attention of the FBI, the man says, "I will (expletive) shoot you in the head."
Dale KillingbeckApril 30, 2026
Cheyenne Shooting: One Man Injured, Police 'Actively Working To Locate' Suspect
A shooting was reported early Thursday morning in central Cheyenne and one man was taken to the hospital after sustaining injuries, according to the Cheyenne Police Department. Police are "actively working to locate" the suspect.
Jimmy OrrApril 30, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Thursday, April 30, 2026
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Jake NicholsApril 30, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Thursday's headlines include: * Who Gets Data Center Money? * Rawlins Water System Keeps Failing * Miracle Horse Lost In Mountains Fully Recovered
Mac WatsonApril 30, 2026
Tom Lubnau: The GOP Thinks It's Grabbing Power. It's Not
Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "The Wyoming Republican Party passed a bad idea to sue the state to overturn the state's election law as it applies to major parties. Looks like a power grab by the party. It’s really a slow-motion surrender of power."
Tom LubnauApril 30, 2026
Business Council Fights For Its Future As Lawmakers Weigh Cuts, Reforms
The Wyoming Business Council is again making a case for survival as it prepares to meet Thursday with the Wyoming Joint Appropriations Committee. Co-Chair John Bear said he wants to "hear from people who ... can defend the usefulness of this agency.”
Kate MeadowsApril 29, 2026
After Acting ‘Crazy All Week,’ Laramie Man Accused Of Stabbing Man In Bar
A Laramie man who witnesses say had been acting “crazy all week” is accused of stabbing another man during an early morning bar fight. He made his first court appearance Wednesday, and reportedly also pulled a knife on others.
Greg JohnsonApril 29, 2026
Casper Man Pleads Not Guilty To Assault, Pointing Gun At Girlfriend — Now Mother Of His Child
A Casper man Wednesday pleaded not guilty to assaulting his then-eight months pregnant girlfriend and pointing a loaded pistol at her head. He also allegedly shot into a wall. A judge denied his request to allow contact with the alleged victim and child.
Dale KillingbeckApril 29, 2026
Police Report Gillette Woman Admitted Using Meth The Day She Gave Birth
Gillette police report that a mother whose baby was born with meth in its system admitted using the drug the day she gave birth. The woman, who will be in court Friday, also tested positive for meth while breastfeeding.
Greg JohnsonApril 29, 2026