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Parents Desperate To Find Missing Lovell Teen
The parents of 17-year-old girl Kourtnee Roper of Lovell are asking for the public’s help in locating her, and an anonymous donor is offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to her safe return.
Jen KocherFebruary 13, 2026
Senate Rescues Wyoming's Attempt To Rework Public School Funding
Under pressure to pay the schools in a way that satisfies Wyoming's courts, the state Senate on Friday rescued a bill attempting to do just that - moments after the House rejected its own school funding bill a second time.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 13, 2026
In Full Debate On University of Wyoming Budget Cuts, Lawmakers Ask If It's Retaliation
The Wyoming House and Senate debated a $40 million cut to the University of Wyoming on Thursday, with the budget committee co-chair John Bear confirming the number was meant to "get their attention." He said legislative directives on DEI were ignored.
Clair McFarland & David MadisonFebruary 13, 2026
DoorDash Fires Sheridan Driver For Sending Sexually Explicit Texts
DoorDash has fired a driver after a Sheridan woman said she received sexually explicit text messages from him. Police have confirmed a complaint was filed and several other women have since said they also received inappropriate texts.
Mark HeinzFebruary 13, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Friday, February 13, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsFebruary 13, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Friday, February 13, 2026
Friday's headlines include: * Check Scandal Investigation * Nonbinary Outrage In Rock Springs * Wyo Cheers End Of Obama Climate Rules
Mac WatsonFebruary 13, 2026
Camo-Clad Hunters Show Up In Force To Support Legalizing Wyoming Corner-Crossing
In a room packed with camouflage-clad hunters, a legislative committee voted Thursday to forward a bill that would officially make corner-crossing legal in Wyoming.
Mark HeinzFebruary 13, 2026
Wyoming Cheers End Of Obama-Era EPA Climate Change Rule
Wyoming officials are universally cheering the Trump administration’s Thursday repeal of an Obama-era rule that was the linchpin for EPA climate regulations. Meanwhile, environmental groups say the move ignores science and invites legal challenges.
Greg JohnsonFebruary 13, 2026
Scott Clem: Checks On The House Floor? Absolutely Not.
Columnist Scott Clem writes, "Every lawmaker who accepted a check under those circumstances revealed something troubling: a lack of awareness of the Wyoming Constitution and a disregard for the moral obligations of public office."
Scott ClemFebruary 13, 2026
Biteman's Wyoming Energy Dominance Bill Gets Unanimous Support On Introduction
Senate Pres. Bo Biteman told colleagues Thursday that Wyoming needs to stop waiting and start leading as demand for electricity is expected to spike. He spelled out a vision that would put Wyoming in front of Trump’s push for American energy supremacy.
David MadisonFebruary 12, 2026
Wyoming Anti-Abortion Amendment Dies In Senate By One Vote
The Wyoming Senate on Thursday killed a proposed constitutional amendment that would have let the legislature restrict abortion - by redefining health care. Voting against it, Sen. Cale Case said, “It’s crazy to give us that much power.”
Clair McFarlandFebruary 12, 2026
Cheyenne Leaders Say They Finally Have A Solution For Hynds Building And "The Hole"
Cheyenne LEADS CEO Betsey Hale says she has a solution for the Hynds Building, which has been empty for 40+ years, and the burnt-out area next to it known as "The Hole." Hale says she has the funding to turn the area into 69 units of workforce housing.
Renée JeanFebruary 12, 2026
Parent Angered After Nonbinary Book Read To Kindergartners In Sweetwater County
A parent of a kindergartner is angry after a teacher at Sage Elementary School in Rock Springs read a book about non-binary gender ideology to her son’s class. The principal said the teacher stopped reading the book when she realized what it was about.
Kate MeadowsFebruary 12, 2026
House Forms Investigative Committee To See If Checks Passed Were Bribes, Misconduct
All 59 Wyoming representatives who were on the House floor Thursday afternoon voted to convene a special committee to investigate the checks given to lawmakers on the House floor Monday - and if it was an act of bribery or legislative misconduct.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 12, 2026
Riverton Woman Admits Stabbing Man During Altercation At Motel
An 18-year Riverton woman who admitted to stabbing a man at a local motel could face significant prison time if convicted. The knife was found hidden under a mattress in her room.
Greg JohnsonFebruary 12, 2026
Men Killed In Semi Explosion On I-80 Were Father-Son Driving Duo
The two men killed Sunday when their semitrailer exploded on impact with another semi on I-80 near Green River were identified Wednesday as a father-son driving duo. They collided with another semi that was illegally parked on the interstate.
Greg JohnsonFebruary 12, 2026
Wyoming House Will Hear Bill To Investigate How Data Centers Impact Water Supply
A Wyoming House committee advanced a bill Thursday that would provide funding for a study on how data centers, carbon capture, or other large-scale industrial projects might sap or impact the state's water supply.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 12, 2026
Wyoming Projected To Lose 335 Physicians By 2030, Lawmakers Look To Foreign Docs
In an effort to fix Wyoming's physician shortage, a bill to create a new pathway for foreign-trained doctors has advanced in the House. Rep. Jacob Wasserburger said Wyoming is projected to lose 335 physicians by 2030 and 18 of 23 counties currently have a health professional shortage.
David MadisonFebruary 12, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Thursday, February 12, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsFebruary 12, 2026
Teton County GOP Leader Handed Out Checks To Lawmakers On House Floor
Teton County Republican Party leader Rebecca Bextel handed out checks to lawmakers on the Wyoming House floor Monday, according to interviews, a photograph and her own later statement. She said there was "nothing wrong" with the maneuver.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 12, 2026
Tom Lubnau: Puppets, Phones, and Power — Inside Wyoming’s Shadow Legislature
Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "We know money changed hands – on the house floor. And during floor debate, you can routinely watch legislators read directly from their phones. We do not know who is scripting the debate."
Tom LubnauFebruary 12, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Thursday, February 12, 2026
Thursday's headlines include: * PRCA Unveils 35-Acre Complex * Rep. Yin’s Accusation Prompts Formal Protest * Evanston Man Rams Woman Over Parking Space
Mac WatsonFebruary 12, 2026
Guest Column: Parental Rights Shouldn't Put Wyoming Kids At Risk Of Abuse
Rep. Karlee Provenza writes, "We must find a balance when it comes to children who are homeschooled in Wyoming. Families should have freedom, but not if they use that freedom to hurt kids."
Guest ColumnFebruary 12, 2026
Guest Column: Proud Of Wyoming And UW – And If You Take Time To Learn, I Bet You Will Be Too
Guest columnist Marilyn Kite writes, "Most Wyoming citizens are proud of our state. But today, we hear attacks. Where all these attacks are coming from is a puzzle, but they are likely driven by out of state forces that know little about our history and public assets."
Guest ColumnFebruary 12, 2026