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Oops! Overloaded Semi Driven By Alleged Undocumented Nicaraguan Rolls Into Patrol Car

An overloaded semi-truck with 23 violations backed into a Laramie County Sheriff’s Office patrol car Monday during a traffic stop. Sheriff Brian Kozak said the truck had faulty brakes and was driven by an undocumented Nicaraguan man, who was arrested.

Dale KillingbeckDecember 09, 2025

Toadstool Hoodoos in Kanab, Utah, along with file photo of human skull

Archaeologists Seek Thief Who Stole Human Skull From Utah Burial Site

Archaeologists are searching for a person who stole a human skull from an 1,700-year-old burial site near Kanab, Utah. Officials call the act "disgusting." "The fact that grave robbing is still happening is shocking to me," said the lead archaeologist.

Andrew RossiDecember 09, 2025

Josh Baker, right, comforts his friend, Bhuvan Unhelkar of Sarasota, Fla, who was seriously injured in September while horseback riding in Cody

Florida Professor Survives Horrific Fall During Wyoming Horseback Ride

A Florida professor was seriously injured in a horseback fall near Cody, sliding into a tree and crushing several vertebrae. After emergency surgery, he recovered and plans to run a half-marathon but vows never to ride again.

Scott SchwebkeDecember 09, 2025

If you purchased a Cowboy Draw ticket at the Daniel Junction Foodmart in Sublette County recently, you’ll want to check your numbers.

Daniel Junction Foodmart Store Sells $2.2 Million Wyoming Lottery Ticket

Someone who bought a Cowboy Draw ticket at the Daniel Junction Foodmart in Sublette County is $2.2 million dollars richer. The winning ticket was pulled on Monday at the outpost in Sublette County.

Jimmy OrrDecember 09, 2025

WYDOT web camera on I 80 Vedauwoo - West

105 MPH Winds Recorded in Wyoming on Tuesday — And There's Windier Weather Ahead

Winds as high as 105 mph were recorded on Tuesday, and most of I-80 and I-25 were closed to high-profile vehicles because of gusting winds. Meteorologists say it's a result of cold air trading places with warm air, and there’s more ahead.

Andrew RossiDecember 09, 2025

Roping and riding a terrorized cow moose and then roping and dragging it gave cowboys on a Uinta County ranch enough of a thrill to capture the event on video. Now those videos are being used to charge the trio with felony violations for cruelty to animals.

Cowboys Charged In Felony Animal Abuse Case For Roping, Riding, Dragging Moose

Roping and riding a terrorized cow moose and then roping and dragging it gave cowboys on a Uinta County ranch enough of a thrill to capture the event on video. Now those videos are being used to charge the trio with felony violations for cruelty to animals.

Dale KillingbeckDecember 09, 2025

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Western Community College Cuts Jobs As Budget Overhaul Reshapes College Workforce

Western Wyoming Community College will cut 33 jobs and redesign 30 more as part of a $4 million budget overhaul. Officials say the move affects 20% of staff but is driven by finances, not performance.

Tracie SullivanDecember 09, 2025

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Duo Charged With Kidnapping Teenage Girl Wanted By ICE

The two men the Wyoming Highway Patrol arrested last week for kidnapping a teenage girl are wanted by ICE. The men, 33-year-old Pedro Giron Perez and 22-year-old Alexcer Solis Gomez, remained Monday in the Carbon County Detention Center.

Clair McFarlandDecember 09, 2025

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Pine Bluffs Mayor Chosen To Fill Rep. John Eklund's Seat

Pine Bluffs Mayor Justin Fornstrom is vacating his town seat to fill the House vacancy left by the late Rep. John Eklund. He said balancing a budget, serving his community, backing traditional Wyoming industries and doing things to "make John proud" are his priorities.   

Clair McFarlandDecember 09, 2025

Photographer Beth Moos captured the dramatic rescue of four bull elk, which involved some aerial dynamics provided by a helicopter from Central Copters Inc.

Photographer Captures Dramatic Helicopter Rescue Of Elk Stuck In Icy Lake

When photographer Beth Moos heard of some elk stuck in an icy lake, she grabbed her camera. What she captured was an incredible helicopter rescue that saved all of the animals. Even better, the rescuers did it out of the kindness of their hearts. 

Andrew RossiDecember 09, 2025

Stephanie Linke, 36, and Michael Gruchacz, 35, are accused of torturing a 14-year-old boy. Prosecutors say the teen was forced to drink gallons of water and live in a basement. Doctors say he nearly died and showed clear signs of abuse and malnutrition.

Cheyenne Pair Await Arraignment For Allegedly Forcing Gallons Of Water Down Teen

A Cheyenne pair await arraignment in Laramie County District Court on charges of aggravated child abuse. They allegedly forced a 14-year-old to drink gallons of water a day, prompting him to have seizures and nearly die.

Dale KillingbeckDecember 08, 2025

A 21-acre Jackson estate in a coveted neighborhood has just hit the market for $39.5 million. It offers private Snake River frontage, as well as winding creeks full of trout, cinematic views and serene wilderness. Plus, it's just 5 minutes from downtown.

Riverfront Jackson Hole Lodge Lists For $39.5M With Grand Teton Views

A 21-acre Jackson estate in a coveted neighborhood has just hit the market for $39.5 million. It offers private Snake River frontage, as well as winding creeks full of trout, cinematic views and serene wilderness. Plus, it's just 5 minutes from downtown.

Renée JeanDecember 08, 2025

Saddle Bronc riders Brody Cress and Brody Wells and bullfighter Dustry Tuckness are all participating in the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas

Wyoming Cowboys Take Center Stage At National Finals Rodeo In Las Vegas

Brody Wells of Powell and Brody Cress of Hillsdale are both competing this week in the country’s most prestigious rodeo — The National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. They're joined by Meeteetse bullfighter Dusty Tuckness who's been invited an unprecedented 17 times.

Jackie DorothyDecember 08, 2025

Areas in the Snowy Range in Albany County received over 75 inches of snow in 40 hours over the weekend.

Holy Cow! Wyoming's Snowy Range Gets 75 Inches of Snow From Weekend Snowstorm

Areas in the Snowy Range in Albany County received over 75 inches of snow in 40 hours over the weekend. The wet, heavy snow boosted the snowpack in Wyoming's southern mountains by more than 30% during that period. The town of Centennial received 12 inches.

Andrew RossiDecember 08, 2025

House Appropriations Chair John Bear (left) and Wyo Dept. of Health Director Stefan Johansson (right). FILE PHOTOS

Wyoming Lawmakers Worry 'Bear Care' Is Just More Government In Insurance Market

Wyoming lawmakers on Monday criticized the Wyoming Department of Health’s proposed emergency insurance program, “Bear Care.” Rep. John Bear said, "Government created the problem in the first place. I'm not inclined to want to compete in the private sector."

Clair McFarlandDecember 08, 2025

Despite it being December, most of the angling at Flaming Gorge Reservoir is still open-water fishing.

Ice Fishing In Wyoming Way Behind Schedule, Anglers Still Fishing Open Water

Despite being early December, most Wyoming anglers are still fishing open water due to warm weather. It may not be until the beginning of the year until ice fishing season begins, which is more than a month behind schedule.

Mark HeinzDecember 08, 2025

Statue honoring the nation’s first female justice of the peace, Wyoming’s Esther Hobart Morris, in state capitol on Dec 8, 2025

It's Over: Wyoming History Groups Finalize Split, Chart New Independent Paths

Two of Wyoming’s most influential historical organizations say they have finalized their split with the Wyoming Historical Society. The Wyoming Historical Foundation and WyoHistory.org say they will move forward together without the society.

Renée JeanDecember 08, 2025

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Dave Simpson: Surprise! You've Got New Neighbors!

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, “I'm surprised that Cheyenne's current economic boom has arrived in our neighborhood with so little advance warning.”

Dave SimpsonDecember 08, 2025

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