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Guest Column: In Abortion Ruling, The Judiciary Has Stepped Beyond Its Proper Role
Wyoming Family Alliance CEO Nathan Winters writes, "The decision by the Wyoming Supreme Court to allow abortion to continue in our state is a deeply painful blow to all who believe that every innocent human life is made in the image of God and worthy of protection."
Guest ColumnJanuary 07, 2026

Governor Recommends Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock Be Removed From Office
Gov. Mark Gordon on Wednesday recommended Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock be removed from office. The announcement follows two different batches of complaints accusing Hadlock of misconduct after inaccuracies surfaced in two races in Weston County.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 07, 2026

Part Of $2.7 Billion From Feds Is For Laser Tech That Could Be Used On Wyoming Uranium
The U.S. Department of Energy announced $2.7 billion in contracts this week to strengthen domestic uranium enrichment. That includes $28.5 million to continue developing next-generation laser enrichment technology that could be used on Wyoming uranium.
David MadisonJanuary 07, 2026

Group Says Colorado Coyotes Are Eating Pets Because There Are No Prairie Dogs
Prairie dog advocates in Colorado say coyotes are eating people's pets in Boulder County because prairie dogs are being relocated to make way for development. But officials say the area still has a healthy prairie dog population.
Mark HeinzJanuary 07, 2026

Prometheus Hyperscale Launches "Build Wyoming" Initiative to Create Local Job Opportunities and Establish the State as a Leader Building America’s AI Future Infrastructure Development
Statewide campaign focuses on ensuring the next generation of critical national infrastructure is built by Wyoming workers for the benefit of Wyoming Communities.
January 07, 2026

Officials Say Human Remains Likely Those Of Sheridan Man Missing Nearly 9 Months
Authorities say human remains found Monday on the grounds of the Sheridan County Airport are likely a Sheridan man missing for nearly nine months. A DNA test is pending, but items found nearby, including a wallet, ID the body as James “Bo” Galloway.
Jen KocherJanuary 07, 2026

Casper Businessman Reid Rasner Announces Run For U.S. House
A second Republican candidate touting MAGA principles has declared his run for Wyoming’s congressional's seat. Reid Rasner on Wednesday says he’s running for Congress “to help President Trump Make America Great Again.”
Clair McFarlandJanuary 07, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsJanuary 07, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: January 7, 2026
Wednesday's headlines include: * Wyo Supreme Court: Abortion Legal * Lawmakers Will Fight Back With Amendment * Hawaii Gets 10 Inches Of Snow, Wyo Still Brown
Mac WatsonJanuary 07, 2026

Clair McFarland: Trying To Raise A Kid Who Can Make His Own Cannons
Clair McFarland writes, "Middleborn grinned. The secret, he explained, is jamming a too-big spud into the cannon’s mouth with a broom handle so the combustion chamber doesn’t leak gas."
Clair McFarlandJanuary 07, 2026

Saratoga Lake Ice Fishing Derby Cancelled Due To Lack Of Ice
The 42nd annual Saratoga Lake Ice Fishing Derby, planned for Jan. 17-18, has been cancelled due to "very poor ice conditions." “There's no snow, with no snow cover, the little bit of skim of ice we get melts off in the sun," the chamber of commerce said.
Andrew RossiJanuary 06, 2026

LDS Church Denies Wrongdoing Over Wyoming Boy Who Lost Foot On Lake Trip
The LDS Church denied negligence in a lawsuit over a 2022 tubing accident at Boysen Reservoir that cost a Riverton boy his foot during a youth outing. It cited defenses like Wyoming’s Recreation Act and comparative fault.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 06, 2026

Wyoming’s Last Oil And Gas Sale Of 2025 Draws A Meager Two Bids
Wyoming’s Dec. 30 oil and gas lease sale got bids on just two parcels out of 34 available from out-of-state firms. The BLM awaits federal guidance on re-listing the properties under the requirements of the Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Kate MeadowsJanuary 06, 2026

Small, Loosely Organized Group Of Capitol Protesters Slam Trump On Jan. 6, Venezuela
A small, loosely organized “86/47” demonstration at the Wyoming Capitol against President Donald Trump on the anniversary of Jan. 6, 2021, turned into a buffet-style protest Tuesday. Also targeted were Republicans and the U.S. incursion into Venezuela.
Greg JohnsonJanuary 06, 2026

Wyoming Attorney General To Ask For One Last Chance To Defend Abortion Bans
The Wyoming AG is filing a petition for a Supreme Court rehearing on Tuesday’s abortion ruling upholding it as fundamental right, at Gov. Mark Gordon’s request. Lawmakers are eyeing a ballot measure to change the constitution also.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 06, 2026

Hawaii Gets 10 Inches Of Snow While Most Of Wyoming Stays Brown And Dry
More than 10 inches of snow and wind chills in the 20s were recorded at the summits of the Big Island in Hawaii on Monday. Most of Wyoming, by contrast, has remained brown and dry. Meteorologist Don Day says, however, that’s about to change.
Andrew RossiJanuary 06, 2026

After Wyoming Abortion Bans Struck Down, Legislative Leaders Vow Pro-Life Amendment
The Wyoming House speaker and Senate president both said Tuesday they’ll work to advance a pro-life constitutional amendment in the upcoming legislative session. That’s in response to a state Supreme Court ruling keeping abortion legal in Wyoming.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 06, 2026

Guest Column: The Right to Life Is Not “Health Care”
Discussing Tuesday's Supreme Court ruling on abortion, State Sen. Cheri Steinmetz writes, "This ruling should now serve as a call to action for the people of Wyoming and their elected representatives. When judicial interpretation strays from constitutional intent, the citizens themselves must speak with clarity."
Guest ColumnJanuary 06, 2026

Casper Man Takes Plea Deal For More Than Dozen Arson Fires in Casper Last Summer
A 46-year-old Casper man entered into a plea deal Tuesday in Natrona County District Court, where he could serve up to 12 years in prison for setting a series of fires at a motel, a vacant restaurant and three other locations in Casper last summer.
Dale KillingbeckJanuary 06, 2026

Former Sheridan Star Makes Play Of The Game In Montana State’s FCS Title Win
Former Sheridan football star Dane Steel's leaping touchdown was the highlight of the night in Montana State University winning its first national title in 41 years Monday night. The spectacular play earned the No. 1 spot on SportsCenter's Top 10.
David MadisonJanuary 06, 2026

Wyoming Building Nation's Largest Coal Products Facility Near Gillette
Construction crews are assembling a field demonstration plant that will process up to 10 tons of coal per day into materials for roads, buildings, and nuclear fuel. The project is a critical step from research to commercial viability.
David MadisonJanuary 06, 2026

Wyoming Supreme Court Declares Abortion Bans Unconstitutional
The Wyoming Supreme Court in a 4-1 majority ruled Tuesday that Wyoming’s abortion bans are unconstitutional, under the state Constitution’s promise of health care autonomy.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 06, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsJanuary 06, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Tuesday, January 6, 2025
Tuesday's headlines include: * People Keep Hitting Snowplows * Restaurant Lampoons Minn Daycare * Is Venezuelan Oil The New Argentinian Beef?
Mac WatsonJanuary 06, 2026
