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U.S. Rep. Hariett Hageman, R-Wyoming, at a political rally in Casper, Wyoming, on Sunday, July 7, 2024.

Rep. Harriet Hageman: Why I’m Running For The U.S. Senate

Rep. Harriet Hageman writes, "My mother is 102 years old — and God bless her she’s still going strong. She has witnessed unrivaled changes in the last century in this great country, and her personal story reflects what her generation means to all of us."

Guest ColumnFebruary 07, 2026

Gov. Mark Gordon: A Cautionary Tale About “Cutting Just to Cut”

Gov. Mark Gordon writes, "Wyoming’s future depends not on how loudly we argue about spending, but on how well we understand it. As the Chief Executive, I want to take a moment to share some of the more important data points about how our state budget actually works."

Guest ColumnFebruary 07, 2026

Bar Nunn Mayor Peter Boyer, left, and Rep. Bill Allemand.

'No-Nuclear’ State Rep. Bill Allemand Has Challenger For House Seat

One of Wyoming state Rep. Bill Allemand’s biggest critics, Bar Nunn Mayor Peter Boyer, is running for Allemand's seat in the Legislature. Allemand has made headlines as an opponent of nuclear storage facilities, including one near Casper.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 07, 2026

Mike Lepore is the golf pro at the Airport Golf Course in Cheyenne.

With Record-Breaking Warm Weather, Why Aren't Most Wyoming Golf Courses Open?

With unseasonably warm weather continuing in most of Wyoming this winter, why aren't golf courses filled with people? Golf pros told Cowboy State Daily if they could open their courses, they would. It's just not that easy.

Jimmy OrrFebruary 07, 2026

Jonathan Lange: Pediatrics Academy Faces A Credibility Crisis

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, "Wyoming’s chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics is facing a credibility crisis. For years it has testified in public hearings that so-called gender affirming care is safe and effective. Now, that narrative is crumbling."

Jonathan LangeFebruary 07, 2026

A district fireball was reported over Utah, Colorado and Wyoming on Thursday night by dozens of people — similar to this one seen during a previous meteor shower in a file photo. While Thursday's fireball was widely reported, no photos or video of it could be found.

Fireball Lights Up Night Sky Over Flaming Gorge In Southwest Wyoming

Dozens of people across Wyoming, Colorado and Utah saw a colorful fireball streak through the sky Thursday night. Experts say it likely faded over Flaming Gorge with a chance fragments reached the ground.

Andrew RossiFebruary 07, 2026

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Wyoming Bill Could Let 18-Year-Olds Carry Concealed Guns On UW Campus

Wyoming Legislature voted last year to allow concealed firearms on the University of Wyoming campus. Bills this year would allow 18-year-old students to carry, while those 21 and older could do so without permits.

Mark HeinzFebruary 07, 2026

Wyoming Business Council CEO Josh Dorrell told Cowboy State Daily on Friday they've launched a myth-busting campaign to save the agency from its potential destruction. "I was hoping to give a little bit of a reality check," he said.

Wyoming Business Council Launches 'Myth-Busting' Campaign In Effort To Save Itself

Wyoming Business Council CEO Josh Dorrell told Cowboy State Daily on Friday that it's launched a myth-busting campaign to save the agency from potential destruction. "I was hoping to give a little bit of a reality check," he said.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 07, 2026

Sheridan Man Accused Of Threatening To ‘Charlie Kirk’ Musician

After allegedly threatening to assassinate a country music artist on tour like Charlie Kirk, a Sheridan man found himself behind bars this week. He warned the musician “don’t come to Rapid City” and that “a 30-06 would blow your head off.”

Greg JohnsonFebruary 06, 2026

"My Entire Life Is In That Trailer": Online Sleuths Helping Cowgirl Find Stolen Trailer

People across Wyoming are trying to help a Montana bronc rider find her stolen horse trailer. Brittany Miller told Cowboy State Daily her "entire life is in that trailer." Online sleuths have been combing through Wyoming webcams to help in the search effort.

Andrew RossiFebruary 06, 2026

State Sen. John Kolb, R-Rock Springs, said he disagrees with a proposed Colorado bill that would allow people hurt by ICE agents during protests to sue the agents. "It's not even a no for me," he said, "it's a hell no."

Wyoming Officials Say Colorado Bill To Sue ICE Agents Would Have Zero Chance Here

Wyoming officials say a bill in Colorado targeting qualified immunity for ICE and other law enforcement would have no chance in Wyoming. “It’s not even a no for me, it’s hell no,” Sen. Jon Kolb said. “It’s an insane bill, and thank God I live in Wyoming.”

Greg JohnsonFebruary 06, 2026

Supreme Court Rejects Sheridan Man's Self-Defense Claim In Hockey Coach's Death

A Sheridan man who fatally punched a local hockey coach during a 2024 fight will not have his four-to-six-year prison sentence overturned, since the Wyoming Supreme Court concluded Thursday that he failed to show he acted with self-defense.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 06, 2026

Dennis Sun: Consumers’ Buying Behavior Has Changed

Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "It is no surprise grocery shoppers’ behavior has changed in the last year, mostly driven by economic pressures. But, there is more to it than just the dollars, according to the latest Consumer Food Insights report."

Dennis SunFebruary 06, 2026

Wyoming outdoorsman Guy Eastman says that hunting trophy-sized animals puts the hunters’ skills and abilities to the test.

Why The Outrage Over Trophy Hunting?

"Trophy hunting" has become a loaded term as the possible delisting of Wyoming’s grizzlies looms. Hunters say it represents the pinnacle of their sport. Critics say it’s all about ego.

Mark HeinzFebruary 06, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Friday, February 6, 2026

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Jake NicholsFebruary 06, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Friday, February 6, 2026

Friday's headlines include: * Board Votes To Kill Wind * Gigantic Grizzly 399 Statue * Don’t Cook Cocaine In Gas Stations

Mac WatsonFebruary 06, 2026

State Sen. Ed Cooper (left) is retracting a statement he made about the Freedom Caucus hinging campaign donations to its local members based on their voting records

State Sen. Retracts Statement Accusing Freedom Caucus Of Rewarding Votes

State Sen. Ed Cooper is retracting a statement he made last week, accusing the national Freedom Caucus network of hinging campaign donations to its local members on their voting records. "I spoke incorrectly on that because I can’t substantiate it," he said.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 06, 2026

Joint Approps Committee Votes To Protect Two More Institutions From UW Budget Cuts

The Joint Appropriations Committee on Thursday voted to shield two more institutions from its proposed $40 million budget cut to the University of Wyoming. One of those institutions shares a financial backer with the campaign arm of the Freedom Caucus.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 06, 2026

Scott Clem: The State Of Our State Is A Crisis Of Vision

Columnist Scott Clem writes, "Wyoming does not suffer from a budget crisis so much as a vision crisis. Leaders no longer speak about what we should build. They speak only about what must be torn down."

Scott ClemFebruary 06, 2026

SWAT Team Coaxes Suspect From Attic During Cheyenne Drug Bust

Cheyenne police used a fully armed SWAT team with an armored vehicle to breach a suspected drug house Thursday. One of two suspects arrested holed up in the home’s attic for two hours before finally giving up.

Greg JohnsonFebruary 06, 2026

Wildlife photographer Marcela Herdova loves the remote areas of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks.

Photographer Who Broke Leg In Remote Area Of Yellowstone, Is Grateful She Wasn't Alone

A wildlife photographer who broke her leg in a remote area of Yellowstone last Sunday said it taught her the importance of not venturing out alone, especially in areas without cellular service. Her companion was able to get her back to their car safely.

Mark HeinzFebruary 05, 2026

A large staging area for wind turbines along Interstate 80 between Cheyenne and Laramie in this file photo.

Ranchers Say Don’t Bash Us For Using Our Private Property Rights For Wind Energy

Two Wyoming ranchers say diversification of their land is key to their survival and that property owners should have the freedom to decide what to do with their land. That includes allowing wind farms and other energy development.

Kate MeadowsFebruary 05, 2026

Sheriff: Public Baby Changing Tables Are For Babies, Not Cooking Crack

A makeshift crack-cooking station on a baby changing table at a gas station prompted a Wednesday warning from the Teton County, Idaho, Sheriff’s Office. Even a Cheyenne gas station worker said that “there’s no way I’d ever put my baby on one of those.”

Greg JohnsonFebruary 05, 2026

Rendering of 18-foot clay prototype shown at the 399 monument installation site at the National Museum of Art

Gigantic Grizzly 399 Sculpture To Be Dedicated At Jackson Museum In September

The world-famous Grizzly 399 and her four cubs will be honored with a larger-than-life bronze sculpture at the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson. The piece by sculptor Jocelyn Russell will be dedicated on Sept. 9, 2026.

Andrew RossiFebruary 05, 2026

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