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Wyoming National Guard Details Spike In Sexual Assault Reports
Wyoming National Guard Maj. Gen. Gregory Porter told a legislative committee on Wednesday that the number of sexual assaults reported in the Guard more than doubled.
Leo WolfsonNovember 02, 2022
With 28,000 Job Openings And 9,000 Job Seekers, Help Wanted All Over Wyoming
Tim Giersch with Papa Johns in Cheyenne would hire 20 full- and part-time people today if he could. But like many other Wyoming businesses, a lack of available workforce has forced the stores to cut hours and close earlier.
Renée JeanNovember 02, 2022
Inflation In Wyoming Sees Largest Jump In 41 Years
Inflation in Wyoming continues to post double-digit increases for transportation and food, based on Wyomings latest cost-of-living report. The inflation rate of 10.1% is the highest increase since 1981.
Renée JeanNovember 02, 2022
Riverton Police Find Three Naked Children, 30 Snakes Responding To Call About ‘Erratic’ Woman
Police on Tuesday arrested a combative 33-year-old mother in Riverton who threatened to shoot officers with a crossbow, and rushed her three unclothed children, her geckos, dog, cat and 30 snakes to safe places.
Clair McFarlandNovember 02, 2022
With No Federal Govt. Involvement, Gold Mine West Of Cheyenne Could Be Operational By 2025
Without any federal land or federal bureaucracy to worry about, the CK Gold Project is trimming years off the permitting process and could begin mining by 2025.
November 02, 2022
Mountain Lion Takes A Snooze In Wyoming Couple’s Window Well
Game and Fish wardens tranquilized the mountain lion in the window well and took her out through the house.
Mark HeinzNovember 02, 2022
Three Deaths In County Jail Loom Over Albany County Sheriff’s Race
Whichever candidate wins the election for Wyomings Albany County Sheriff will face a tall order of continuing to reform the sheriffs office and rebuilding its reputation with the public.
Mark HeinzNovember 01, 2022
Now Cheney Endorses Ohio Democrat Tim Ryan For U.S. Senate
Another day, another Democrat. U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney on Tuesday endorsed Ohio Democrat Tim Ryan for U.S. Senate over Republican candidate J.D. Vance.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022
Forced to Diversify, Wyoming Ranchers Launch USDA-Certified Meat Processing Plant
Last year, with the help of investors, the Kerns, sixth generation ranchers in Sheridan County, launched Western Heritage Meats -- the third USDA-certified meat processing plant in the state of Wyoming.
Wendy CorrNovember 01, 2022
Casper Teen Dies In Head-On With Dump Truck
A 15-year-old driver died west of Casper on Monday after crashing the vehicle he was driving into a dump truck.
Clair McFarlandNovember 01, 2022
Although Medical Aid In Dying Is Expanding In North America, Wyoming’s GOP Legislature Unlikely To Follow
Although Rep. Cathy Connolly (D-Laramie) sponsored a medically-assisted suicide bill in 2015, she said because Wyoming's legislature has grown even more conservative, it is unlikely it would ever pass a euthanasia bill.
Greg JohnsonNovember 01, 2022
Wyoming GOP Loses Registered Voters In Lead Up To General Election
Although Wyoming is one of the most conservative states in the country, the Republican Party has lost 1,335 registered Republicans in the last month.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022
Brent Bien Lost By 50,000 Votes To Mark Gordon But Volunteers Still Push Write-In Effort
Write-in gubernatorial candidate Brent Bien was overwhelmingly defeated by incumbent Gov. Mark Gordon in the primary losing by nearly 50,000 votes but that hasn't stopped volunteers from embarking on a write-in campaign.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022
Wind, Solar, EVs Are Going To Take A Huge Increase In Mining & The World Isn’t Ready For It
A 2021 energy report estimates that wind and solar projects will require 500% to 700% more minerals compared to building a natural gas power plant. And the world's mining industry isn't remotely close to an increase of that much.
November 01, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Are We Being Represented Or Threatened By Those Who Want Our Vote?
Dear editor: It sounded to me like this candidate made a subtle threat on more than one occasion to the county political party, the county voters and those in attendance.
November 01, 2022
Election Day ‘Blood Moon,’ Lunar Eclipse May Get Snowed Out In Wyoming
Not only is next Tuesday election day, but a "blood moon" lunar eclipse will be visible in Wyoming as well. That is, if the weather cooperates and it's not looking good right now.
Clair McFarlandNovember 01, 2022
Review: “The Osmonds!” Musical Is Really Quite Entertaining
Cowboy State Daily's Wendy Corr, who reported on Wyoming resident Jay Osmond's musical "The Osmonds!" premiering in England earlier this year, attended a performance while oversees and shares her thoughts on the show.
Wendy CorrNovember 01, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: WildEarth Guardians Advocates For Expansive Federal Authority Over State Wildlife
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "In two separate actions last month, the environmental group WildEarth Guardians asserted claims that federal laws preempt state laws when it comes to state wildlife management."
Cat UrbigkitNovember 01, 2022
Trinity Teen Solutions, Wyoming Facility For Troubled Teens, Shuts Doors Despite Courtroom Win
A Wyoming ranch for troubled teens Trinity Teen Solutions which was accused of employing cruel punishments and subjecting residents to forced labor, has won a significant court ruling, and also has abruptly closed its doors.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022
Man Dead, Sheriff’s Deputy Shot Following Halloween Shootout In Cheyenne
One man is dead and a law enforcement official was shot following a shootout Monday evening at a residence in the Saddle Ridge area of Cheyenne.
Jimmy OrrNovember 01, 2022
Halloween Good For Wyoming Candymakers, But Not As Sweet As Christmas
While Halloween is the biggest day for candy sales nationwide, thats not the case for Wyomings own candymakers. Cowtown Candy in Cody say Christmas and Thanksgiving are bigger.
Renée JeanNovember 01, 2022
Colorado Wolves May Have Crossed Border And Then Shot In Wyoming
Three subadult female wolves shot in Wyoming just across the border from Colorado highlight stark differences in the states laws, where its illegal to kill wolves in Colorado but allowed in Wyoming.
Mark HeinzNovember 01, 2022
Biden Threatens New Tax On ‘War Profiteering’ Oil Companies
President Biden on Monday threatened to enact a windfall tax if oil companies dont reduce the price at the pump.
November 01, 2022
Harriet Hageman Endorses Michigan Opponent Of Dem Backed by Liz Cheney
After U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney backed a Democratic congresswoman in Michigan last week, Harriet Hageman backed her GOP opponent on Monday.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022