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The day after a gunfight that left a deputy shot and the suspect dead, it was business as usual for folks in tiny Baggs — almost. That neighbors rushed to help the deputy doesn’t surprise former Mayor Linday Fleming. “It’s what we do,” she said.

Deadly Shootout In Baggs, Wyoming: Neighbors Helped Deputy After Shot By Suspect

The day after a gunfight that left a deputy shot and the suspect dead in Baggs, Wyoming, former mayor Linda Fleming said it's no surprise neighbors rushed to help the fallen deputy. “It's just what we do. People don’t give it a second thought," she said.

Greg JohnsonJune 09, 2026

A 21-year-old Brooklyn, New York man pleaded not guilty in Natrona County District Court Tuesday for his part in an alleged three-person conspiracy to target Wyoming banks

Brooklyn Man Charged in Multi-Bank Fraud Scheme Pleads Not Guilty in Casper Court

A 21-year-old Brooklyn man pleaded not guilty Tuesday in Natrona County District Court for his alleged role in a three-person conspiracy to target Wyoming banks. Police say the group stole thousands of dollars from a bank in Buffalo, Wyoming, in April.

Dale KillingbeckJune 09, 2026

Bison walk along a road following a snowfall near Old Faithful geyser at Yellowstone National Park

Merry Christmas! Yellowstone To Get June Snowstorm As Cold Front Dips Into Wyoming

After a string of 90+ degree days, snow is heading for Yellowstone National Park on Wednesday. Meteorologist Don Day says all of Wyoming should expect cooler than usual weather in the next two weeks. “This is just continued weirdness,” Day said.

Andrew RossiJune 09, 2026

Casper Man Pleads Not Guilty To Yanking Police Officer’s Testicles, Biting Groin

A 21-year-old Casper man pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to grabbing and repeatedly pulling on a police officer’s testicles, biting his groin, and biting another officer. The three felony charges each carry a potential of 10 years in prison.

Dale KillingbeckJune 09, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsJune 09, 2026

The Sweetwater County Bomb Squad arrives at the scene of a shooting incident in Baggs on Monday, June 8, 2026.

‘Active Assailant’ And Officer Shot Reports Has Baggs On Edge

It was a busier-than-usual Monday at the Cowboy Inn along Wyoming Highway 789 near the southern edge of Baggs. Across the road is an apartment building where an “active assailant” incident began that included reports of an officer being shot.

Greg JohnsonJune 09, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Tuesday's headlines include: * Shootout in Baggs * Data Centers Lower Electricity? * Stupid Tourist Charges Bison Herd

Mac WatsonJune 09, 2026

Dave Simpson: Never-Trumper Guy Wants An Explanation

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "Despite all the hatred and name calling, he's getting some good results. It's about results, not personality. I don't love everything about Trump. But, you guys HATE everything about him. Even the good stuff."

Dave SimpsonJune 09, 2026

Active Shooting In Baggs, Wyoming, on Monday, June 8, 2026

Deadly Shooting In Baggs, Wyoming: Deputy Injured, Shooter Dead

An active shooter manhunt unfolded Monday in Baggs where one deputy was injured and the shooter died on scene, Carbon County Sheriff Alex Bakken confirmed late Monday. The sheriff said the suspect opened fire on law enforcement before driving off a highway.

Clair McFarlandJune 08, 2026

Mayor Patrick Collins talks about why Board of Public Utilities actually needs to sell more water.

Cheyenne Leaders, Industry Officials: Data Centers Could Lower Electricity Costs

At a panel discussion on Saturday, Cheyenne leaders and industry officials said data centers are already helping stabilize electric rates and are opening new land for housing. But skeptics still aren’t buying it.

Renée JeanJune 08, 2026

Cody River Guide Says Electric Wire Across River Nearly Sunk Raft With Child In It

A Cody river guide said his raft was nearly sunk by an electric fence wire strung too low across a river in Park County, while he was out on a float with his girlfriend and her young son on Sunday. "This could have gone bad fast," he said.

Mark HeinzJune 08, 2026

Man charging into herd of Yellowstone bison

'Unbelievably Stupid' Tourist Charges Yellowstone Bison Herd

Oklahoma resident Les Vandever said he is still stunned after seeing a man charging into a herd of bison in Yellowstone. "It was a moment of unbelievable stupidity," he said. “We were sitting in our car, just dumbfounded."

Andrew RossiJune 08, 2026

Baggs Wyoming Brian Parker via Alamy 12 28 25

Baggs Area On Lockdown As Manhunt Underway For Active Shooter: ‘It’s Not Good’

Multiple agencies are responding to Baggs in Carbon County on reports of shots fired, and an emergency message is advising: “Active assailant in Baggs. Please shelter in place.” “There is an active situation — and it's not good," said the mayor of Baggs.

Kolby FedoreJune 08, 2026

Casper Man Accused Of Stabbing Man For Paying Off Drug Debt With Fake Money

A 40-year-old Casper man was in court Friday, accused of stabbing another man for paying off his drug debt with fake money. "I’m going to kill you,” a witness told police about the attack, which also was captured on video.

Dale KillingbeckJune 08, 2026

Secretary of State Chuck Gray (left) and Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder (right)

Wyoming Land Board Decides To Wait For Court To Rule Whether Wind Farm Is Legal

The State Land Board voted 3-2 Monday to pause its work to halt two controversial wind leases — until a court decides a major legal question on them. Secretary of State Chuck Gray called it "irregular," but Auditor Kristi Racines cast it as common sense.

Clair McFarlandJune 08, 2026

German Tourists Get Stuck In Bighorns After Following Google Maps

Big Horn County Search and Rescue had to rescue two German tourists after Google Maps got their rented Jeep stuck on a backcountry road. “If you're going to be in the Bighorns, don't trust Google,” is the takeaway, said a Wyoming tow truck driver.

Andrew RossiJune 08, 2026

The Raven Creek Fire burned nearly 3,900 acres in northeast Wyoming over the weekend.

'Pray For Rain': Wildfire Burns 3,900 Acres, Has Northeast Wyoming Ranchers Worried

A downed power line is believed responsible for the Raven Creek Fire which has burned 3,900 acres of land in northeast Wyoming. Weston County Fire Warden Daniel Tysdal said they're experiencing "late-summer fire weather conditions and fire behavior."

Kolby FedoreJune 08, 2026

Brandon Nimmo, No. 24 of the Texas Rangers, hugs his grandfather Darrel Nimmo after Darrel threw out the ceremonial first pitch before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Globe Life Field on June 7, 2026, in Arlington, Texas.

Texas Rangers Salute Wyoming’s Brandon Nimmo With His Own Bobblehead Night

Wyoming's own Brandon Nimmo was honored by the Texas Rangers on Sunday with his own bobblehead night. Brandon's 90-year-old grandpa threw out the first pitch. "If you're from Wyoming, you would have been proud," writes Bill Sniffin, who attended the game.

Bill SniffinJune 08, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Monday, June 8, 2026

Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsJune 08, 2026

Gail Symons: Wyoming Small Towns Are All Quirky Grit

Columnist Gail Symons writes, "We lose the ability to govern ourselves when fewer people serve on councils, school boards, and fire departments. We lose the local economy when services move farther away and businesses can’t support local families."

Gail SymonsJune 08, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Monday, June 8, 2026

Monday's headlines include: * The Rawlins Rodeo Murders * Worry That Logging OK Will Kill Grizzlies * RIP: The Last Working Pay Phone In Yellowstone

Mac WatsonJune 08, 2026

Cpl. David Greeninger, inset, poses with K-9 Mako, a Belgian Malinois who spent the past three years helping Carbon County deputies patrol Interstate 80 as a dual-certified narcotics detection and apprehension dog. Right, Mills Police Department K-9 Archer retired in 2025 after nearly nine years of service and spent the remainder of his life with his handler, Kate Acord.

A Police K-9’s Career Is Less Than 10 Years, But They’d Work Forever If You Let Them

A trained Wyoming K-9 can cost upward of $20,000 for a career that will last less than 10 years but police say they would work forever if they could. "They love to work. That's their whole purpose in life," Mills police officer Justin Buchholz said.

Kolby FedoreJune 07, 2026

Wyoming People: Fremont County’s Ed McAuslan Learned To Be A Coroner On The Job

Ed McAuslan was the longtime Fremont County coroner who learned his trade on the job as a young cop recruited into the office. A rash of 100 attempted suicides by hanging in 1985 — 12 successful — opened his eyes wide to “an issue no one talked about."

Jackie DorothyJune 07, 2026

A family in Laramie County was trying to fix their well when a cannonball was unearthed on their land. “I didn't know what it was, but it looked like it could have been an ordinance,” said a family member.

Laramie County Family Finds Half-Buried Cannonball In Their Yard, Mom Gives It Away

A family in Laramie County was trying to fix their well when they discovered a half-buried cannonball in their yard. After being told it was non-explosive by a bomb squad, the mother decided to give it away, much to the dismay of her son.

Andrew RossiJune 07, 2026

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