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Rock Springs Council Cleared Of Allegation City Favored Cronies On Contract Bids
The Sweetwater County Attorney's Office found no evidence the Rock Springs City Council illegally favored contract bids for a company. “'Corrupt as hell’ — that's the accusation that got thrown around about our city," said the mayor about the allegation.
Kate MeadowsJuly 01, 2026
Lander Homeschooler Wins ‘Ultimate Civics Showdown,’ $150,000 Scholarship
A 17-year-old Lander homeschooler who beat out 8,000 other students in what was billed as the “Ultimate Civics Showdown” stood beside President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on national TV on Tuesday. Miriam Washut won a $150,000 scholarship in the effort.
Dale KillingbeckJuly 01, 2026
Cheyenne Teen Accused Of Firebombing Truck With Molotov Cocktail After Breakup
An 18-year-old Cheyenne man is accused of using a root beer bottle Molotov cocktail to firebomb the truck of another teen dating his ex-girlfriend. He also "often left things on (her) vehicle, including a pile of ashes and a black rose," police say.
Kolby FedoreJuly 01, 2026
Lake Powell Water Critically Low; Wyoming Expects More Demand On Flaming Gorge
Already at critically low levels, Lake Powell is close to being "dead pool," which means water won't flow downriver anymore. That has Wyoming cities and industries worried that will mean more demand for water from Flaming Gorge Reservoir.
Mark HeinzJuly 01, 2026
Wyoming’s Over-The-Top 250th Celebration Comes With Tanks, Flyovers, History
From C-130 flyovers and tank parades to new monuments and a new state trail, Wyoming’s America 250 celebration isn’t a one-day bash. “We still have a lot to be thankful for in this country,” said one organizer about what's planned across the Cowboy State.
Renée JeanJuly 01, 2026
Highway Patrol: Tanker Truck Plowed Into Vehicles In Last Week’s Double Fatal Crash
The cause of last week’s double fatal crash in remote Natrona County was due to a commercial tanker truck driver who failed to stop for traffic in a construction zone, the Wyoming Highway Patrol said Wednesday. The investigation is active.
Kolby FedoreJuly 01, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Jake NicholsJuly 01, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Wednesday's headlines include: * Rancher Spots Herd Of 7 Grizzlies * In About Face, Gordon Lauds Trans Ruling * Wyo Dems Say They Aren't New York Socialists
Mac WatsonJuly 01, 2026
Cheyenne Officials Haven't Said Who Polluted Its Reuse Water System
Speculation is growing over whether a data center could be linked to pollution discovered in Cheyenne's reuse wastewater system earlier this year, as city officials haven't reported the identity of the industrial user responsible for the discharge.
Kate MeadowsJune 30, 2026
Holy Cow! Montana Rancher Spots 'Herd' Of 7 Grizzlies On Property
Montana rancher Neal Collins said a camera on his barn captured a "herd" of seven grizzlies on his property Monday night. The next morning, agents from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks hazed 10 grizzlies out of brush across the road from his place.
Mark HeinzJune 30, 2026
Fred Harrison: If We're Going To Make It, We've Got To Channel Our Founders
Columnist Fred Harrison writes, "We have tolerated judges enamored with the so-called Living Constitution, treating our founding document not as a binding legal text but as flexible material the current preferences can reshape."
Fred HarrisonJune 30, 2026
Wyoming Republican Party Appeals Judge's Order Telling It To Follow State Law
The Wyoming Republican Party is appealing a judge’s ruling that its rules don’t trump state law in electing its leaders. Now the party is waging multiple legal challenges in which it argues that it may follow its bylaws over Wyoming law.
Clair McFarlandJune 30, 2026
In About-Face, Gordon Lauds Supreme Court Ruling Protecting Girls Sports
In an about-face, Gov. Mark Gordon lauded a U.S. Supreme Court ruling Tuesday upholding states' bans on trans participation in girls' sports. In 2023 he called Wyoming's first trans sports ban "draconian."
Clair McFarlandJune 30, 2026
Gillette Man Missing For 2 Weeks In Rugged Weston Hills Recreation Area
The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a Gillette man missing for two weeks. The sheriff’s office have deployed drones, K-9 teams, and search and rescue personnel across the rugged terrain, but Schaff has not been found.
Jen KocherJune 30, 2026
Man Caught Carrying Child On Dangerous Yellowstone Grand Prismatic Thermal Pools
Yellowstone visitors near the popular Grand Prismatic Spring were outraged Sunday watching a man carry a child on dangerous thermals pools. "What the hell is wrong with people?” said a visitor who got a photo of the incident.
Andrew RossiJune 30, 2026
Gillette Man Blames 'Black-Out Rage' After Running Over Ex-Girlfriend With Truck
Police say a Gillette man first denied hitting his ex-girlfriend with his pickup, running over her and speeding away. After detectives showed him surveillance video, police say he told them it "could have been a moment of black-out rage."
Kolby FedoreJune 30, 2026
Wyoming Democrats Say They’re Not Divorcing Party Over Mamdani, Socialism Movement
Prominent Wyoming Democrats say they are not calling for a split in their party due to the growing socialist movement nationally. “Wyoming is not New York City,” so the issues are different, said state Sen. Chris Rothfuss.
Clair McFarlandJune 30, 2026
Man Survives After Crashing Truck Through Guardrail And Plunging Into Snake River
A Lincoln County man lost control of his truck, crashed through a guardrail, rolled several times and plunged 20 feet into the Snake River — yet walked away with minor injuries. Wyoming Highway Patrol ticketed the man for failure to maintain his lane.
Andrew RossiJune 30, 2026
Wyoming's Famous ‘Path Of The Pronghorn’ Gets Protected Status — Mostly
Gov. Mark Gordon has designated Wyoming’s famous “Path of the Pronghorn,” one of the longest land migration routes in North America, as protected — mostly. While conservationists hailed the move, an energy landman said he hopes it doesn’t impede drilling.
Mark HeinzJune 30, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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Jake NicholsJune 30, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Tuesday's headlines include: * Winter Ain’t Done In Yellowstone * Witnesses Crushed By Horrific Crash * Bear-Human Conflicts Continue To Increase
Mac WatsonJune 30, 2026
Dave Simpson: Soccer Fans Bring A Breath Of Fresh Air
Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "If ever there was a much-needed breath of fresh air in this country, it has arrived in the form of thousands of soccer fans reveling in how wonderful America is."
Dave SimpsonJune 30, 2026
Human-Bear Conflicts Up Across West Could Signal More Attacks, Removals Coming
It has already been a busy year for human-bear conflicts in Wyoming, Montana and across the West, with people getting mauled and bears being euthanized or relocated. And it could get worse thanks to drought and other factors, some bear observers say.
Mark HeinzJune 30, 2026
Witnesses Describe Chaos, Compassion After Wyoming Crash That Killed Colo. Couple
An older Colorado couple have been identified as the two people killed in a Friday multi-vehicle crash west of Casper. "We made sure she wasn't alone,” said a Jackson woman who was among those who stopped to help the couple and others hurt in the crash.
Kolby FedoreJune 29, 2026