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In October 2001, 27-year-old Daniel "Danny" Moser was found unconscious in the parking lot of the Wagon Wheel Roller Skating Rink in Mills, outside of Casper. He was bloodied and beaten and later died of his injuries two days later. 

New Leads Could Help Crack 25-Year-Old Murder Case Of Casper Man Beaten, Run Over

New leads could help crack the 25-year-old murder of a Casper man who was beaten, run over and left to die in a Wyoming roller-skating rink parking lot. “Danny’s death destroyed our family and somebody knows something,” his sister said.

Jen KocherMay 09, 2026

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Joan Barron: Deaf Interpreter Post Is Tough To Fill

Columnist Joan Barron writes, "A woman told of being arrested and jailed overnight in a domestic dispute. She was totally unable to communicate with the arresting officers, or apparently anyone else, although she said she tried writing notes. She spent a night in the county jail, unable unable to communicate with anyone."

Joan BarronMay 09, 2026

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Bill Sniffin: 90-Year-Old Geezers Jim, Del, Joan, And Chuck Provide Inspiration

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "Jim Hicks is throwing hay bales at 91. Chuck Brown is making deals in his 90s. Del McOmie is holding court at 90. And best of all, Joan Barron is still writing columns at the ripe old age of 97."

Bill SniffinMay 09, 2026

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Cowboy State Daily Show with Jeff - Saturday, May 9, 2026

Jeff in the 307. Saturday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsMay 09, 2026

Nicole Wagon, Lennie Poitras and Matt Hartman protested Friday at Riverton City Park, urging people to ask Sens. Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso not to vote Monday to confirm Darin Smith as U.S. attorney for Wyoming

Wyoming U.S. Attorney Battling Misconduct Claims Ahead of Monday Confirmation Vote

Wyoming U.S. Attorney Darin Smith is set for a U.S. Senate confirmation vote Monday as a controversy heats up over allegations he prejudiced a grand jury. Eight defendants are now challenging to dismiss their cases, including one for first-degree murder.

Clair McFarlandMay 09, 2026

This grizzly bear was photographed Wednesday in Glacier National Park, roughly 15 miles from where the body of a suspected fatal grizzly attack victim was found that same day.

Montana Suspected Fatal Grizzly Attack Happened Same Day As Yellowstone Mauling

A suspected fatal grizzly attack in Glacier National Park is thought to have happened the same day two brothers were mauled by a grizzly in Yellowstone. Outdoorsman say the attacks are the beginning of “human-bear conflict season."

Mark HeinzMay 08, 2026

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Dennis Sun: The Cost Of A Drought

Ag columnist Dennis Sun writes, "In the past, some droughts have lasted 50 years. We hope this is not the case with this drought since, as droughts get longer, the costs get higher."

Dennis SunMay 08, 2026

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Jonathan Lange: Sec. Chuck Gray’s Response To The DOJ Was Right

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “Attorney George Powers is on the warpath against the hugely popular election integrity work of Sec. of State, Chuck Gray. His complaint is that Gray responded positively to an official request from the Dept. of Justice."

Jonathan LangeMay 08, 2026

The Fremont County Sheriff's Office is investigating after Rep. Joel Guggenmos lived outside his legislative district for months. The county GOP says it stands behind Guggenmos and that "we applaud his honesty throughout this matter."

Riverton Lawmaker Under Investigation For Living Outside His State House District

The Fremont County Sheriff's Office is investigating after Rep. Joel Guggenmos lived outside his legislative district for months. The county GOP says it stands behind Guggenmos and that "we applaud his honesty throughout this matter."

Clair McFarlandMay 08, 2026

A proposed solar farm that would’ve been Wyoming’s first community-scale project was killed by Lincoln County officials this week. Lincoln County residents objected to plans for the solar farm being built there to benefit Teton County residents.

Public Outcry Kills Wyoming’s First Community Solar Farm Project

A proposed solar farm that would’ve been Wyoming’s first community-scale project was killed by Lincoln County officials this week. Lincoln County residents objected to plans for the solar farm being built there to benefit Teton County residents.

Kate MeadowsMay 08, 2026

A day after two brothers were mauled by a grizzly in Yellowstone, a dimwitted tourist was spotted five feet from a bear taking video on his phone. Retired biologist Gary Gaston said the scene was “so absurd” he had to leave.

Day After Grizzly Attack, Dimwitted Tourist Takes Video Of Bear From 5 Feet Away

A day after two brothers were mauled by a grizzly in Yellowstone, a dimwitted tourist was spotted five feet from a bear taking video on his phone. Retired biologist Gary Gaston said the scene was “so absurd” he had to leave.

Mark HeinzMay 08, 2026

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Snow King Accountant Accused Of Embezzling More Than $45,000 From Resort

A former accountant at Snow King Mountain in Jackson faces felony charges, accused of embezzling more than $45,000 from the resort. Detectives say he would put through duplicate invoices, with the excess going to a separate account of his. 

Kolby FedoreMay 08, 2026

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Convicted Evansville Sex Abuser Gets Up To 100 Years For Having Child Porn

A 27-year-old Evansville man on parole for sexually abusing a teen got a 45-to-100-year prison sentence Friday after pleading guilty to having up to 300 child porn images. “This sentence is nearly what we would see in homicide cases,” the judge said.

Dale KillingbeckMay 08, 2026

State Rep. Landon Brown announced Friday that he will not be running for reelection.

Cheyenne’s Landon Brown Reverses Course, Won't Run For Reelection To House Seat

State Rep. Landon Brown announced Friday that he has changed his mind and will not be running for a sixth term in the Wyoming legislature. Brown, who squeaked out a win against challenger Exie Brown in 2024, hasn't yet endorsed anyone in his place.

Clair McFarlandMay 08, 2026

As the state’s data center industry booms, Wyomingites want to know where the water is coming from. The  Select Water Committee dove into that Thursday, as critics clashed over property rights, supply, and impacts for one of the nation’s driest states. Above, work continues Friday, May 8, 2026, at the site of a Meta data center being built in south Cheyenne.

As Data Centers Boom, Wyomingites Want To Know Where The Water’s Coming From

As the state’s data center industry booms, Wyomingites want to know where the water is coming from. The  Select Water Committee dove into that Thursday, as critics clashed over property rights, supply, and impacts for one of the nation’s driest states.

Renée JeanMay 08, 2026

To nab trespassers hunting shed antlers on a ranch in Hot Springs County, Game and Fish put tracking devices in antlers and planted them around the ranch. The first one was picked up by a local 7-year-old boy, which got his father a ticket.

Man Cited For Trespass After 7-Year-Old Son Grabs Antlers With Tracking Device

To nab trespassers hunting shed antlers on a ranch in Hot Springs County, Game and Fish put tracking devices in antlers and planted them around the ranch. The first one was picked up by a local 7-year-old boy, which got his father a ticket.

Mark HeinzMay 08, 2026

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Scott Clem: When The Right Starts Playing The Left's Games

Columnist Scott Clem writes, "The left used to be the side saying, 'If you don’t agree with us then you’re the enemy, you racist bigot.' Increasingly, the right is saying the same thing, but with different words. The consequences go far beyond name‑calling."

Scott ClemMay 08, 2026

Reid Rasner (left) and Sec of State Chuck Gray (right)

Reid Rasner Launches Attack Ad With Chinese Music, Gong and Ninja 'Hoi!’ Grunts’

Reid Rasner is attacking U.S. House opponent Chuck Gray in an ad that calls him “China Chuck” and features Chinese string music, ninja “hoi!” grunts and a gong. Gray says he’s proud to be the Wyoming secretary of state who "fought both China and North Korea."

Clair McFarlandMay 07, 2026

A bride fell off a snowmobile during an adventurous wedding photography shoot near Smoot, Wyoming, in April 2025. Now a clip of that mishap that made “America’s Funniest Home Videos” lives on the internet forever.

Bride Falling Off A Snowmobile In Wyoming Stars On “America’s Funniest Home Videos”

A bride who fell off a snowmobile during a wedding photography shoot near Smoot, Wyoming has made "America's Funniest Home Videos." The clip, which shows the bride falling head over heels into the snow, was included in Episode 6 of the series' 36th season.

Andrew RossiMay 07, 2026

 Beryl, a popular grizzly in Yellowstone National Park, is pictured here with her two cubs, about age 3.5 years.

Yellowstone Grizzly Still Has Cubs With Her Past Age 3, When Most Leave At 2

A popular female grizzly called Beryl in Yellowstone still has two cubs with her that are roughly 3.5 years old, and nearly as big as her. Most cubs leave around age 2, but "it’s nearly impossible to explain why” some stay longer, says a bear biologist.

Mark HeinzMay 07, 2026

Tourism spending overall is up in Thermopolis, but short-term rental owners say the Star Plunge closure has gutted their bookings for a second summer. "We know it’s closed, so we’re just not going up there,” a potential visitor told a local Airbnb owner.

For Second Summer, Star Plunge Closure Kills Short-Term Bookings In Thermopolis

Tourism spending overall is up in Thermopolis, but short-term rental owners say the Star Plunge closure has gutted their bookings for a second summer. "We know it’s closed, so we’re just not going up there,” a potential visitor told a local Airbnb owner.

Renée JeanMay 07, 2026

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