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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
Guest Column: The Importance Of An Independent Judiciary
U.S. District Judges Alan Johnson, Kelly Rankin, and Scott Skavdahl write, "The Framers of the Constitution understood that freedom cannot survive if judges are merely extensions of political power. History demonstrates why that independence matters."
Guest ColumnJune 26, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Friday, June 26, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsJune 26, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Friday, June 26, 2026
Friday's headlines include: * Firing Squad Is Back * Trump Will Go To Rushmore * Cheyenne Is Human Trafficking Haven
Mac WatsonJune 26, 2026
Wyoming Lawmakers Start Work To Fix $3.9 Million School Activities Shortage
Wyoming lawmakers meeting Thursday in Lander promised a crowded room repeatedly that they would fix a $3.9 million decrease in public school sports and activities funding that shocked parents and schools this spring.
Clair McFarlandJune 26, 2026
Rod Miller: A Bleak Future for the Chemtrail Caucus
Columnist Rod Miller writes, "The Wyoming Freedom Caucus’ two years in power have exposed their fumbling ineptitude, their disconnect with the values of Wyoming citizens, and their continuing lust for power. Their performance has doomed their movement."
Rod MillerJune 26, 2026
Sheriff Says Laramie County Will Stop Being ‘Safe Haven’ For Human Trafficking
A sex solicitation sting in Cheyenne led to the arrest of two men last weekend. Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak says it’s the beginning of a new effort to stop human trafficking that has been ignored for too long by law enforcement.
Kerry DrakeJune 26, 2026
Mandatory Country-Of-Origin Labeling Facing Long Odds After Senate Omission
Rep. Harriet Hageman is vowing to continue the fight for her bill which mandates country-of-origin labeling for beef, despite the Senate Ag Committee's failure to include it in the Farm Bill. “Americans want to know where their meat comes," she said.
Kate MeadowsJune 25, 2026
Idaho's Reviving The Firing Squad. Wyoming Almost Did For Dale Wayne Eaton
Idaho is switching from lethal injections to firing squad executions on July 1. Wyoming almost added firing squad executions as an alternate method in 2014 because lethal injection drugs were scarce and 'Lil Miss' killer Dale Wayne Eaton was still on death row.
Clair McFarlandJune 25, 2026
Two Arrested After Allegedly Kicking Down Door, Stuffing 3 Bottles Of Tequila In Pants
Police say two Cheyenne men looking for "more privacy" wound up in the Crown Bar's employee-only basement, where one "donkey kicked" a locked liquor room door and then stuffed three bottles of tequila in his pants before they were caught.
Kolby FedoreJune 25, 2026
Upper Sunshine Reservoir Near Meeteetse Drained, No More Fishing For Two years
Upper Sunshine Reservoir near Meeteetse is popular with local anglers, particularly for ice fishing, but the reservoir is being drained, so there won’t be any fishing there for two years. It’s expected to be completely drained by Sept. 1.
Mark HeinzJune 25, 2026
It’s Official: Trump Will Attend July 3 Fireworks Celebration At Mount Rushmore
President Trump announced Thursday he will attend the July 3 fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore, a centerpiece event commemorating America's 250th. The event also marks the return of fireworks over Mount Rushmore for the first time in six years.
Kate MeadowsJune 25, 2026
Texas Man Accused Of Flashing Penis Outside Busy Jackson Mexican Restaurant
A Texas man is accused of exposing his penis and "swinging it around" in the parking lot of a busy Mexican restaurant in Jackson on Tuesday evening before driving away intoxicated. If convicted on all four counts he could face up to 3½ years in jail.
Kolby FedoreJune 25, 2026
Cody Author Paul Hutton Wins Lifetime Achievement Honor For Western Literature
Cody’s Paul Andrew Hutton has landed one of Western literature’s top honors, the coveted Owen Wister Award for lifetime achievement. That elevates the New York Times bestselling author of “The Undiscovered Country” into the ranks of top Western writers.
Renée JeanJune 25, 2026
Colorado And Oregon Lift Fishing Restrictions, Drought Will Kill Fish Anyway
Facing extreme drought in the wake of an exceptionally mild winter, officials in Colorado and Oregon have told anglers at some reservoirs: Catch all the fish you want, because they’re going to die anyway. In Wyoming, emergency measures are on hold.
Mark HeinzJune 25, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Thursday, June 25, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsJune 25, 2026