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Gov. Mark Gordon, left, and Rep. JD Williams.

Governments Can Keep Collecting Union Dues After Gordon Vetoes Ban

Gov. Mark Gordon vetoed a bill Tuesday that would have barred Wyoming agencies from deducting union and political dues from paychecks. He said he’s frustrated with “the increasing trend of out-of-state interests influencing legislation.”

Clair McFarlandMarch 10, 2026

A pumpjack works an oil well in Converse County, Wyoming.

Huge Wyoming 5,000-Well Oil Project Loses In Court, But Drilling Continues


A federal judge threw out approval for Wyoming’s massive 5,000-well Converse County Oil and Gas Project over environmental flaws. But drilling continues under a different plan as conservationists and industry battle over wildlife and revenue.

David MadisonMarch 10, 2026

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School District 'Aware' Of Video Showing Cheyenne Teacher Begging Student

Laramie County School District 1 says it’s “aware” of a video showing a Cheyenne junior high teacher on his knees begging a student, telling her that, “I did something very wrong.” One parent told Cowboy State Daily it is "creepy" and "it pissed me off."

Greg JohnsonMarch 10, 2026

A prolonged, significant high wind event is predicted for southeastern Wyoming with gusts up 100 mph between Wednesday evening and Saturday especially along the problematic spots on I-80 and I-25.

No Joke: 100 MPH Winds Forecast For Southeastern Wyoming This Week

A "prolonged, significant high wind event" is predicted for southeastern Wyoming between Wednesday and Saturday with gusts up 100 mph — especially along problematic spots on I-80 and I-25. “The winds are going to howl,” said meteorologist Don Day.

Andrew RossiMarch 10, 2026

The Wyoming Department of Transportation on Tuesday announced that the head of the Wyoming Highway Patrol Col. Tim Cameron is retiring.

WYDOT Announces Retirement Of Wyoming Highway Patrol Chief

The Wyoming Dept of Transportation on Tuesday announced the Wyoming Highway Patrol’s administrator is retiring. Col. Tim Cameron said he was planning on retiring, and his exit isn't due to overtime and staffing controversies in the agency.

Clair McFarlandMarch 10, 2026

The first official sighting of a grizzly in Yellowstone has been confirmed. Park officials say the male bear was, not surprisingly, eating. He was spotted feeding on a bison carcass in the northern half of the park on Monday.

Here Come The Bears: Yellowstone's First Grizzly Of 2026 Spotted

The first official sighting of a grizzly in Yellowstone has been confirmed. Park officials say the male bear was, not surprisingly, eating. He was spotted feeding on a bison carcass in the northern half of the park on Monday.

Andrew RossiMarch 10, 2026

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Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Tuesday's headlines include: * Bizarre School Video * Gov Didn't Sign Education Bill * Kemmerer Nuke Plant Moves Ahead

Mac WatsonMarch 10, 2026

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Dave Simpson: 'CheckGate' Comes Up Puny On The Scandal Scale

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "Now that the official verdict is that nobody did anything wrong, it's a little extreme to call it a 'scandal.' Seems more like a 'flap,' a 'fray,'  or 'a big Hoo-Ha.' It might not even qualify for official “Gate” status."

Dave SimpsonMarch 10, 2026

Gov. Mark Gordon, left, and Sen. Chris Rothfuss

Nearly $4 Billion Wyoming Education Plan Goes Into Law Without Gordon’s Signature

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on Monday let the state’s new $3.9 billion K-12 education plan become law without his signature. He said his biggest issue was the Legislature cordoning off instructional funding so it can't help "if a school loses a roof.” 

Clair McFarlandMarch 09, 2026

An Iranian blockade sent crude oil above $100 a barrel on Monday, March 9, 2026, boosting producer profits and state revenues. But Wyoming’s oil patches aren’t likely to see that spur production, and economists say the blockade will boost inflation and tank demand.

Why Spike In Oil Prices To Over $100 Is Unlikely To Spur More Drilling In Wyoming

An Iranian blockade sent crude oil above $100 a barrel on Monday, boosting producer profits and state revenues. But Wyoming’s oil patches aren’t likely to see that spur production, and economists say the blockade will boost inflation and tank demand.

Renée JeanMarch 09, 2026

TerraPower officially received a construction permit Monday for its first-of-a-kind Natrium reactor in Kemmerer. “This demonstrates advanced nuclear technology is moving from concept to commercialization," the CEO said of the Bill Gates-backed project.

Full Speed Ahead: TerraPower Can Officially Move Forward With Nuclear Plant

TerraPower officially received a construction permit Monday for its first-of-a-kind Natrium reactor in Kemmerer. “This demonstrates advanced nuclear technology is moving from concept to commercialization," the CEO said of the Bill Gates-backed project.

David MadisonMarch 09, 2026

Four teens in this Chevy Impala escaped serious injury when they collided head-on with a semi south of Gillette on Sunday. They then were struck by a second semi.

Four Teens Walk Away From Head-On With Semi South Of Gillette

Four teenagers escaped serious injury after colliding with a semitruck head-on while trying to pass three other vehicles in a no-passing zone on Highway 59 about 30 miles south of Gillette on Sunday. The 18-year-old driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI.

Greg JohnsonMarch 09, 2026

‘I did something very wrong” a man says repeatedly in a video showing him on his knees, begging a Cheyenne junior high school girl after a physical altercation last week. School officials say “no comment,” while parents demand answers.

Video Shows Man On Knees Begging Girl After Altercation At Cheyenne School

‘I did something very wrong' a man says repeatedly in a video showing him on his knees, begging a Cheyenne junior high school girl after a physical altercation last week. School officials say “no comment,” while parents demand answers.

Greg JohnsonMarch 09, 2026

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Police Subdue Man Threatening Himself With Knife At Jackson Hole Grocery Store

Jackson police brought down a male threatening himself with a knife inside Albertsons on Monday with bean bag rounds and a Taser. He was hospitalized with self-inflicted injuries. “It worked out as well as it could have," a lieutenant told Cowboy State Daily.

Clair McFarlandMarch 09, 2026

The World Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb in Jackson Hole has been canceled because of a lack of snow for just the third time in its 50-plus-year history. “Despite our best efforts, the snow conditions simply do not allow” for it, the organizer said.

World Championship Hill Climb Canceled in Jackson Hole Due To No Snow

The World Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb in Jackson Hole has been canceled because of a lack of snow for just the third time in its 50-plus-year history. “Despite our best efforts, the snow conditions simply do not allow” for it, the organizer said.

Kate MeadowsMarch 09, 2026

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Gordon Signs 'Heartbeat' Abortion Ban; Clinic 'Prepared To Challenge' It

Gov. Mark Gordon signed Wyoming’s Human Heartbeat Act on Monday, banning most abortions after a fetal heartbeat can be heard. The state's only abortion clinic says it is an "attack on Wyomingites’ constitutional freedom" and is ready to challenge it.

Clair McFarlandMarch 09, 2026

Insurance rates have soared for rural and vacation properties across Wyoming due to wildfire risk designations. “My insurance tripled from one year to the next just because they had changed the fire rating,” Taft Love told Cowboy State Daily.

Wildfire Insurance Rates Soar For Wyoming Rural And Vacation Properties

Insurance rates have soared for rural and vacation properties across Wyoming due to wildfire risk designations. “My insurance tripled from one year to the next just because they had changed the fire rating,” Taft Love told Cowboy State Daily.

David MadisonMarch 09, 2026

A federal judge in Colorado dismissed nearly all claims by college volleyball players challenging San Jose State’s inclusion of a transgender athlete. The controversy erupted in 2024 when the University of Wyoming and other teams boycotted games because a top SJSU player (Blair Fleming) was transgender.

Judge Tosses Most Claims In San Jose State Trans Volleyball Lawsuit

A federal judge in Colorado dismissed nearly all claims by college volleyball players challenging San Jose State’s inclusion of a trans athlete. The controversy erupted in 2024 when UW and other teams boycotted games because a SJSU player was transgender.

Clair McFarlandMarch 09, 2026

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