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Fire Officials Believe Kane Fire Near Lovell Is Human-Caused; Acts Like "August Blaze"
Firefighters now believe the Kane Fire just north of Lovell is human-caused. They also say the 1,900-acre fire, which is now 30% contained, has the behavior of "an August blaze."
Andrew RossiMarch 25, 2026
Former Engineer Says Cheyenne Train Incident Reason Why 2-Person Crews Necessary
A former Wyoming Union Pacific engineer says the arrest of an engineer charged with being under the influence of drugs while operating a 16,000-ton train loaded with hazardous materials is why automating humans out of freight trains is a bad idea.
Greg JohnsonMarch 25, 2026
Shoshoni Police Launch Ambulance Service Amid Countywide Funding Struggles
As Fremont County officials weigh their options for how to fund essential services, Shoshoni has taken ambulance service into its own hands. It has become the first town in the state to staff an ambulance service with its police department.
Kate MeadowsMarch 25, 2026
Wyomingites Hope Yellowstone Spinoff 'Dutton Ranch' Stays True (With Guns, Explosions)
Wyomingites say they hope "Dutton Ranch," the fourth spinoff series in the "Yellowstone" franchise stays true to itself and to ranching (but with continued guns and explosions). The nine-episode series, which takes place in Texas, launches May 15.
Andrew RossiMarch 25, 2026
Hageman Endorses Degenfelder For Governor Of Wyoming
Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder scored another big endorsement for governor on Wednesday when U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman announced her support. “I’m proud to join President Trump in supporting Megan Degenfelder," Hageman said.
Jimmy OrrMarch 25, 2026
Famous Cody Steakhouse To Reopen After Major Remodel
Just in time for tourist season, Cassie's Steakhouse in Cody is having its grand reopening on April 17. The famous restaurant and former brothel, closed since 2024, has received an extensive remodel. “Cassie’s is back," said co-owner Brian Walker.
Andrew RossiMarch 25, 2026
Rock Springs Activist Defends Raid On Wisconsin Beagle Lab, Says Arrest Was Worth It
A Rock Springs animal rights activist who helped raid a Wisconsin beagle lab earlier this month said saving abused dogs was worth getting arrested. “It’s not a crime to rescue abused animals when they are suffering,” she told Cowboy State Daily.
Jen KocherMarch 25, 2026
Study Finds Blight In All 7 Areas Of Casper; City Council OKs Plan To Move Forward
The Casper City Council on Tuesday gave a study that designated all seven areas of the city with “blight” a thumbs up as a first step toward renovating rundown areas, generating potential revenue and sparking urban renewal.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 25, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMarch 25, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Wednesday's headlines include: * Train Engineer Busted * Rasner, Gray Blast Each Other * SWAT Team Captures Newcastle Man
Mac WatsonMarch 25, 2026
Ken Buck: Accountability Is A Patriotic Duty
Columnist Ken Buck writes, "Americans are experiencing the ugly reality of big government, often without even realizing it. Every day, taxpayers lose billions of dollars to fraud."
Ken BuckMarch 25, 2026
Letter to The Editor: Bill Sniffin Was Right About Something!
Dear editor: Bill Sniffin’s column on Sunday, March 22 about growing older ”gracefully” is a well-written heartfelt reminder of positive ways to fight and win the battle of aging.
March 25, 2026
UP Engineer Charged With Being On Drugs While Driving HAZMAT-Loaded Train
A Union Pacific engineer has been charged with being on drugs while driving a train loaded with 16,000 tons of hazardous materials across eastern Wyoming. He told deputies he fell asleep “a little bit” and possible “for the whole trip.”
Greg Johnson & Kate MeadowsMarch 25, 2026
Mills Mayor Frustrated Giant Solar Project Has Been Scaled Back, Delayed 3 Years
The mayor of Mills is frustrated that a Tuesday ruling postponed and scaled back a 440-megawatt solar farm that was supposed to transform thousands of acres of private land north of Mills into one of Wyoming’s largest renewable energy installations.
David MadisonMarch 24, 2026
Former Gov Policy Advisor Announces Bid For Superintendent Of Public Instruction
Chad Auer, who served recently as a senior policy adviser for the governor, declared Tuesday he's running for Superintendent of Public Instruction. Auer said he hasn’t sought any endorsements yet, but the governor has encouraged him to run.
Clair McFarlandMarch 24, 2026
Tiny Travelers: Laramie’s Nighttime Salamander Migration Marks Spring’s Return
Each spring, western tiger salamanders emerge from their burrows in Laramie’s neighborhoods, braving cars and cold to reach LaBonte Park’s pond in one of Wyoming’s least-known migrations. For salamanders, this is an epic and dangerous journey.
Renée JeanMarch 24, 2026
Becky Hadlock Says The State Doesn't Have Grounds To Remove Her From Office
Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock asked a court Tuesday to dismiss the Wyoming Attorney General’s effort to remove her from office. “The chain of events leading to the filing of this petition is tortured and petty,” Hadlock’s attorney Ryan Semerad wrote in the filing.
Clair McFarlandMarch 24, 2026
Wyoming Sheriff Pushes To Keep Drug Recognition Experts On The Road
With meth and cocaine being the top categories in Wyoming's drugged driving arrest reports for 2025, Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak is pushing to keep the state's Drug Recognition Expert program alive. It trains officers to spot drug-impaired drivers.
Kate MeadowsMarch 24, 2026
Utah Mom Accused Of Kidnapping Boy To Make Him Apologize For Bullying Her Child
A Utah woman is accused of kidnapping an 11-year-old boy and making him apologize to her child for being a bully. “I damn sure wouldn’t go grab a kid and drag him to my house,” a former Wyoming sheriff said about how to deal with a bully.
Greg JohnsonMarch 24, 2026
Although Good For Wyoming, Predictions Of A 'Super El Niño" Greeted By Skepticism
Don't count Wyoming meteorologist Don Day as a believer in a much-repeated forecast for a "Super El Niño." Although he says conditions for an El Niño, which would bring moisture to Wyoming, are good, he says it's too early to predict a "super" version.
Andrew RossiMarch 24, 2026
SWAT Team Breaches Newcastle Home To End Four-Hour Standoff With Wanted Man
It took about four hours and a SWAT team from Campbell County to capture a reportedly armed Newcastle man out of a home Monday. He was wanted on a warrant for a parole violation and now faces up to 10 more years in prison.
Greg JohnsonMarch 24, 2026
Haystack Solar Project Back Again, Opponents Vow ‘There’s Going To Be A Battle’
The 2,000-acre Haystack Solar Project that faced strong opposition from Natrona County residents last year is back. On Monday evening, project leaders were told by residents of the area that resurrecting the project will be a "battle."
Dale KillingbeckMarch 24, 2026
Must Be Campaign Season: Rasner, Gray Blast Each Other
Reid Rasner this week accused Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray of hypocrisy for backing wind leases despite criticizing the industry frequently. Gray fired back, calling Rasner’s attacks desperate and linking him to “Las Vegas values.”
Clair McFarlandMarch 24, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMarch 24, 2026