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No Joke: New Study Shows Salmon Swim Faster And Farther On Cocaine
A new study shows that when salmon are given cocaine, they swim farther and faster. Researchers say there was no risk to humans in conducting the experiment as “you would need to eat thousands" of these cocaine-addled fish to feel the impact of the drug.
Andrew RossiMay 02, 2026
Founder Of Robot Chef Wants To Move Manufacturing From China To Cheyenne
The maker of an AI-powered robot chef that will cook for you wants to move its manufacturing from China to Cheyenne. Once you load the robot with ingredients, it will drop them into the pan, stir and cook according to an app-driven recipe.
Renée JeanMay 02, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jeff - Saturday, May 2, 2026
Jeff in the 307. Saturday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMay 02, 2026
A Weed-Themed Restaurant Chain In Wyoming — Where Pot Can Still Bring Jail Time
A weed-themed sandwich shop opened in Casper, Wyoming, on Friday, where marijuana possession can lead to jail time. "I feel the fact that it’s a little taboo” is part of the draw, says the manager.
Kolby FedoreMay 02, 2026
‘It’s Big Brother’: Wyomingites Concerned About Mandated ‘Kill Switches’ On Cars
Multiple Wyoming lawmakers and a Cheyenne-based car dealer voiced concern Friday over a federal requirement for mandatory “kill switches” in 2027 model vehicles. “It’s Big Brother,” said the dealer, while a state legislator called it “draconian."
Clair McFarlandMay 02, 2026
Jonathan Lange: Assassination And Abortion Are Morally Equal
Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “If we want people to consider assassination as taboo and unthinkable, we should work toward making abortion taboo and unthinkable.”
Jonathan LangeMay 02, 2026
Casper Man Accused Of Kidnapping Man He Called A ‘Snitch’ Pleads Not Guilty
A 20-year-old Casper man pleaded not guilty Friday on charges he allegedly forced a man he called a “snitch” into a car, threatened his life, and put a gun to his chest. “When you snitch that is what you take away,” the victim said he was told.
Dale KillingbeckMay 02, 2026
Wyoming's Chicken Wing King Expanding To Texas, Now Has Locations In Five States
Trent Weitzel, owner of Weitzel's Wings — aka Double Dub's — and reigning champion of the National Buffalo Wing Festival in New York, is launching his newest Double Dub’s food truck. Texas is the fifth state to get a Double Dub’s truck.
Andrew RossiMay 01, 2026
Casper 21-Year-Old Charged Nearly A Year After Fatal Apartment Shooting
Nearly a year after one man was killed and another critically hurt in a Casper apartment shooting, charges have been filed against a suspect. A 21-year-old man was charged Thursday in Natrona County Circuit Court.
Dale KillingbeckMay 01, 2026
Cheyenne Man In Court Friday Following Shooting, Eight-Hour Manhunt
After he was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a more than eight-hour manhunt Thursday, a 27-year-old Cheyenne man was in court Friday. Police say after his arrest, Adrian Maggos asked how is "the guy I shot?"
Greg JohnsonMay 01, 2026
No, Sweetwater County Is Not For Sale
When Sweetwater County Commissioner Island Richards received a scam email from a troll who asked about purchasing the county, he shared it with his constituents. One was impressed with Richards' health as the scammer seemed to think he's been alive since 1869.
Kate MeadowsMay 01, 2026
Economist: Trump Pipeline OK Could Mean High-Paying Jobs, Big Tax Revenues For Wyoming
Wyoming economist Rob Godby says the state could gain new jobs and increased tax revenue after Trump's approval of the Bridger Pipeline carrying Canadian crude through Crook, Weston, Niobrara, Goshen, and Platte counties. “Pipelines aren’t minor,” he said.
Renée JeanMay 01, 2026
Pinedale’s Soda Lake, ‘Still Struggling,’ Anglers Should Lower Expectations
Soda Lake near Pinedale was once a premier trout fishery. The fishing there started to nosedive, and Wyoming Game and Fish says the lake is “still struggling” and angling will remain limited for the fifth consecutive year.
Mark HeinzMay 01, 2026
Dennis Sun: The Agricultural Community Needs To Find Common Ground
Ag columnist Dennis Sun writes, "Farmers and ranchers need to not attack each other in the industry, as so many others want to see them off the lands, especially those who raise livestock."
Dennis SunMay 01, 2026
Family Says Brother Of Deceased Woman Saved Children From Riverton House Fire
The uncle of two Riverton children saved from a fatal house fire Thursday also tried to rescue their mother — his sister — who didn’t survive, family and police say. “I just want everybody to know that Macey was a good mom,” a neighbor says.
Clair McFarlandMay 01, 2026
Wyoming Bull Rider Goes Into College National Rodeo Finals No. 1 In Nation
All eyes will be on Kahl Wasilow, the nation’s No. 1 bull rider from Laramie County Community College, at next month’s College National Finals Rodeo in Casper. The University of Wyoming men’s and women’s teams also are riding high as regional champs.
Julie MankinMay 01, 2026
During Fatal House Fire, Bystanders Rush Into Burning Riverton Home To Rescue Kids
The fast actions of some Riverton good Samaritans are being credited for rescuing two children from a Thursday house fire that left one person dead and two people critically hurt. “There are many heroes who live amongst us,” said the city’s police chief.
Kolby FedoreMay 01, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Friday, May 1, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMay 01, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Friday, May 1, 2026
Friday's headlines include: * Cheyenne Shooting, Manhunt * Heroes Save Toddler In Glenrock * Freedom Caucus Win In Defamation Case
Mac WatsonMay 01, 2026
In New ‘Longmire’ Book, Sheriff Walt Has To Solve The Murder Of Guy Everyone Hated
Everyone Hated Pepper McKay, so when he turned up dead, Sheriff Walt Longmire had a lot of suspects to rule out in his latest “Longmire” mystery, “The Brothers McKay.” Wyoming author Craig Johnson’s 22nd “Longmire” novel is set for a May 26 release.
Renée JeanApril 30, 2026
Judge Rules Freedom Caucus PAC Mailers Didn’t Defame Rock Springs Legislators
A judge on Thursday dismissed the defamation case of two legislators against the campaign arm of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus. “You can say pretty ludicrous stuff” in politics, the judge said about negative mailers targeting the Rock Springs state reps.
Clair McFarlandApril 30, 2026
Glenrock 15-Month-Old Alive Thanks To Grandmother And Cop Who Lives Next Door
When a 15-month-old Glenrock boy started having seizures and was choking, the family called for help. They were lucky local cop and firefighter Shane Pierce lives next door. He and the boy’s grandmother kept him from choking to death until EMS arrived.
Dale KillingbeckApril 30, 2026
Scott Clem: What's Changed In My Politics
Columnist Scott Clem writes, "At the GOP convention, a sweeping set of bylaw changes was pushed through under rules that silenced debate. They were crafted to concentrate power in a small committee and the larger body was expected to rubber‑stamp it."
Scott ClemApril 30, 2026
Skyrocketing Costs, Drought A ‘Perfect Storm’ For Wyoming Farmers and Ranchers
High fertilizer costs and severe drought is leaving Wyoming’s famers and ranchers making tough choices. “It’s kind of the perfect storm for agriculture,” one farmer said, adding many aren’t fertilizing this year because it’s too expensive.
Kate MeadowsApril 30, 2026