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An aerial view shows smoke pouring from the Moonshine Fire in the Laramie Range, where difficult-to-access terrain has complicated firefighting efforts.

Wildfire Explodes To 2,600 Acres Southwest Of Wheatland, Structures Threatened

A wildfire burning in rugged and remote terrain in the Laramie Range southwest of Wheatland exploded to more than 2,600 acres Wednesday. The Moonshine Fire is 0% contained and is threatening structures in the area, officials report.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 09, 2026

For Post-Election Therapy, Jillian Balow Went Bow Hunting And Bagged An Elk

Fresh off her U.S. House primary loss, Jillian Balow trekked her 5-foot-1-inch frame over fallen trees and into a lodgepole pine basin, rested her compound bow against a tree and waited. There, she had to really learn "what stillness is."

Clair McFarlandSeptember 09, 2026

The Penn family with Drover, a border collie who they found dead from a bullet wound on Sunday. Nate Penn said the family dog, who was collared and "never bothered anybody," was shot on another property and made it home before dying.

Fort Washakie Border Collie Made It Home To Family Before Dying Of Gunshot Wound

A Fort Washakie family is devastated after the death of their 6-year-old border collie Drover, who was shot over the weekend after leaving their rural Wyoming property. The dog managed to make his way home before dying from the bullet wound.

Andrew RossiSeptember 09, 2026

Supreme Court Hears Arguments On Controversial Casper Mountain Gravel Pit

Arguments over a Natrona County judge’s reversal of a decision not to renew six gravel-mining leases at the base of Casper Mountain were heard by the Wyoming Supreme Court on Wednesday. Nearly two dozen local opponents of the gravel pit were in the room.

Dale KillingbeckSeptember 09, 2026

Hilltop Bank shut down all branches and offices Wednesday after experiencing a "cybersecurity incident" and then disconnected itself from the internet to contain the issue.

Customers Shocked As ‘Cybersecurity Incident’ Shuts Down Hilltop Bank Across Wyoming

Customers were shocked Wednesday to find Hilltop Bank closed across Wyoming and unavailable over the internet. The bank said it had a 'cybersecurity incident' and went offline to contain the issue and has no timetable for reopening.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 09, 2026

Flock Cameras Are Set To Automatically Renew In Glenrock In Less Than One Week

A $30,000 two-year commitment allowing the Glenrock Police to use five Flock cameras will automatically renew unless the town provides a written notice by Monday. The mayor, police chief, and town council members aren't commenting on the issue.

Kate MeadowsSeptember 09, 2026

Douglas Father Accused Of Attacking One Son With Hammer, Punching Another

A Douglas man is accused of attacking one of his sons with a hammer and punching another son during a domestic argument that escalated out of control. He could get up to 10 years in prison if convicted of aggravated assault and battery.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 09, 2026

Cowboy State Daily meteorologist Don Day, and his dog Winston (pictured) were enjoying a late summer weekend in the Snowy Range when he noticed the first signs of fall. Trees and shrubs in the mountains are already changing colors.

First Colors in Parched Snowy Range Could Signal An Earlier And Faster Fall

Tree and shrubs in the Snowy Range are already showing their fall colors due to an unseasonably dry year. Meteorologist Don Day (and his dog Winston) say to see the fall color while it’s good, you might have to change your plans and get out earlier.

Andrew RossiSeptember 09, 2026

A Michigan woman accused of leaving the state with her missing 6-year-old son reportedly gave an Evanston cop fake names for both of them Monday, then took off with the boy in her SUV and led police on a chase that sent the vehicle airborne twice.

New Details Of Wild Chase In Evanston Leading To Arrest Of Woman Who Took Child

New details were released Wednesday in the case of a Michigan woman accused of taking her missing 6-year-old son and leading Evanston police on a wild chase that sent her vehicle airborne twice. Before the chase, the two were spotted at the local Walmart.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 09, 2026

The University of Wyoming’s new president urged the school to push toward supremacy in artificial intelligence use, and to prioritize the school’s athletics program, during his Tuesday state of the university address in Laramie.

University Of Wyoming President: School Should Dominate In Artificial Intelligence

University of Wyoming's new president Shane Reeves said in his state of the university speech that it's time to embrace AI and push the school to be a leader in it. "This genie’s not going back in the bottle,” Reeves said. “This isn’t a choice."

Clair McFarlandSeptember 09, 2026

The National Park Service said Tim Smith of Star Valley Ranch, Wyoming remains the only person missing and unaccounted for from the Aug. 29 flash flood in Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area.

Hundreds Gather To Pray For Wyoming Hiker Missing For 11 Days In Grand Canyon

Hundreds packed a Texas church to pray for Tim Smith as the search for the Wyoming hiker reaches Day 11 after a devastating flood in the Grand Canyon. “Today, we should be celebrating Tim’s birthday,” his wife, Carrie, said.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 09, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsSeptember 09, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Wednesday's headlines include: * Jackson Dem-On-Dem Blowup * Kidnapped 6-Year-Old Safe In Evanston * Man Who Blew Hand Off Charged With Arson

Mac WatsonSeptember 09, 2026

Campbell County Commission Chairman Bob Jordan.

Campbell County Commission Chair Cited For Breach Of Peace In Airport Incident

Details were sparse Tuesday about why the chair of the Campbell County Commission was cited last month for breach of peace after a meeting at the local airport. He has been outspoken about higher costs to secure a fixed-base operator for the airport.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 09, 2026

Fred Harrison: A Reply to Wendy Volk And Patricia McDaniel — Let's Debate The Real Issue

Columnist Fred Harrison writes, "I appreciate Wendy Volk's response to my earlier column. I also read Patricia McDaniel's letter which called my column misogynistic, compared it to an incel website, and said newspapers should 'muzzle' me."

Fred HarrisonSeptember 09, 2026

Liam Malburg, 6, was missing from Michigan until he was found with his mother Marisa Calliea in Evanston, Wyoming, on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026. She was arrested and he was returned to his father.

Kidnapped 6-Year-Old Michigan Boy Found Safe In Evanston, Mom Arrested

A 6-year-old boy who was kidnapped in Michigan turned up safe in Wyoming on Monday, while his mom — who didn’t have legal custody of him — was arrested in Evanston. The boy’s father praised the “sharpness of a Wyoming officer” for recovering his son.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 08, 2026

Dem Lawmaker Calls Teton County PAC 'Distortive,' Compares It To The Freedom Caucus

Democratic state Sen. Mike Gierau is calling ads by fellow Dem, Rep. Liz Storer's PAC “distortive” and harmful to what he thought was the higher political ground his party held. Gierau compared its tactics to those of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 08, 2026

Search On For Missing Hiker And Dog In Wyoming’s Wind River Mountains

Searchers continue to scour Wyoming’s Wind River Mountains for Jonathan Bailey and his yellow Lab Wrigley, missing since Saturday when they didn’t come back from a hike. “Anyone can get turned around out there,” said a former Sublette County sheriff.

Jen KocherSeptember 08, 2026

A tranquilized female black bear, about 19 to 20 months old, is carried by Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers Stephanie Taylor and Ty Smith after being captured in Durango on Tuesday.

Colorado Has Killed Nearly 300 Black Bears This Year, Quadruple Last Year's Amount

Colorado wildlife officials have killed nearly 300 black bears this year, almost four times as many as a year ago. “I think what people aren’t realizing is that trash is the primary reason for bears being in towns,” said one official.

Mark HeinzSeptember 08, 2026

Lawmakers Blame Rocky Mountain Power For Large Industries Saying No To Wyoming

Rocky Mountain Power's inability to meet more demand is costing Wyoming large-scale industry, lawmakers say, despite having the land, resources and desire for development. “We don’t have any extra power in Sweetwater County at all," Sen. Stacy Jones said.

Kate MeadowsSeptember 08, 2026

Casper Woman Accused Of Trying To Outrun Police With 5-Year-Old In Car

A Casper woman stopped for not having a 5-year-old child in a car seat faces a laundry list of charges, accused of trying to outrun police with the kid in the car. She told police she took off because she was afraid her daughter would be taken from her.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 08, 2026

Gillette Man Who Blew Most Of Hand Off With Firework Hit With Felony Arson Charge

A Gillette carpenter and musician who lost most of his right hand when a firework exploded in it outside a bar July 4 now also faces the potential of having to do his rehab from prison. He’s now been charged with arson and is due in court next week.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 08, 2026

Shoshoni Woman Accused Of Exploiting 93-Year-Old Arrested Again, Over Chamber Money

Jeannie Kroenke, the former Shoshoni Chamber of Commerce president accused of exploiting a 93-year-old woman for more than $33,000, has been arrested for stealing nearly $8,200 from the chamber. Kroenke now faces up to 20 years for two felonies.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 08, 2026

License Plate Readers Take An Hour To Locate Iowa Murder Suspect Near Cheyenne

Within an hour of identifying a vehicle believed to be connected to the murder of a 28-year-old woman in Sioux City, Iowa, license plate reader technology last week led the Wyoming Highway Patrol to arrest a suspect on suspicion of first-degree murder.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 08, 2026

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