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Tiny Travelers: Laramie’s Nighttime Salamander Migration Marks Spring’s Return
Each spring, western tiger salamanders emerge from their burrows in Laramie’s neighborhoods, braving cars and cold to reach LaBonte Park’s pond in one of Wyoming’s least-known migrations. For salamanders, this is an epic and dangerous journey.
Renée JeanMarch 24, 2026
Becky Hadlock Says The State Doesn't Have Grounds To Remove Her From Office
Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock asked a court Tuesday to dismiss the Wyoming Attorney General’s effort to remove her from office. “The chain of events leading to the filing of this petition is tortured and petty,” Hadlock’s attorney Ryan Semerad wrote in the filing.
Clair McFarlandMarch 24, 2026
Wyoming Sheriff Pushes To Keep Drug Recognition Experts On The Road
With meth and cocaine being the top categories in Wyoming's drugged driving arrest reports for 2025, Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak is pushing to keep the state's Drug Recognition Expert program alive. It trains officers to spot drug-impaired drivers.
Kate MeadowsMarch 24, 2026
Utah Mom Accused Of Kidnapping Boy To Make Him Apologize For Bullying Her Child
A Utah woman is accused of kidnapping an 11-year-old boy and making him apologize to her child for being a bully. “I damn sure wouldn’t go grab a kid and drag him to my house,” a former Wyoming sheriff said about how to deal with a bully.
Greg JohnsonMarch 24, 2026
Although Good For Wyoming, Predictions Of A 'Super El Niño" Greeted By Skepticism
Don't count Wyoming meteorologist Don Day as a believer in a much-repeated forecast for a "Super El Niño." Although he says conditions for an El Niño, which would bring moisture to Wyoming, are good, he says it's too early to predict a "super" version.
Andrew RossiMarch 24, 2026
SWAT Team Breaches Newcastle Home To End Four-Hour Standoff With Wanted Man
It took about four hours and a SWAT team from Campbell County to capture a reportedly armed Newcastle man out of a home Monday. He was wanted on a warrant for a parole violation and now faces up to 10 more years in prison.
Greg JohnsonMarch 24, 2026
Haystack Solar Project Back Again, Opponents Vow ‘There’s Going To Be A Battle’
The 2,000-acre Haystack Solar Project that faced strong opposition from Natrona County residents last year is back. On Monday evening, project leaders were told by residents of the area that resurrecting the project will be a "battle."
Dale KillingbeckMarch 24, 2026
Must Be Campaign Season: Rasner, Gray Blast Each Other
Reid Rasner this week accused Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray of hypocrisy for backing wind leases despite criticizing the industry frequently. Gray fired back, calling Rasner’s attacks desperate and linking him to “Las Vegas values.”
Clair McFarlandMarch 24, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMarch 24, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Tuesday's headlines include: * Tick Season Here * Reid Rasner Sues Again * How Wardens Cracked Poaching Case
Mac WatsonMarch 24, 2026
Dave Simpson: 'Gas Bags' and 'Blowhards' In Washington
Columnist Dave Simpson writes, “When the debate on TV got hot, I figured it could be a valuable teaching moment for my granddaughters.”
Dave SimpsonMarch 23, 2026
Reid Rasner Sues A Fifth Person For Defamation
Wyoming U.S. House candidate Reid Rasner has sued a fifth person for defamation — this time in federal court. That brings the total case count to four. "Mr. Rasner has been the victim of individuals making hateful and untrue statements about him," the lawsuit reads.
Clair McFarlandMarch 23, 2026
Big Horn County Man Tells Deputies To ‘Shut Up,’ Dares Them To ‘Shoot Me’
A 29-year-old Big Horn County man is accused of threatening to shoot livestock, then telling deputies to “shut up” and daring them to “act like a dip**** and shoot me.” He could get up to 35 years in prison, if convicted.
Greg JohnsonMarch 23, 2026
Hirsig Thrilled That Indian Relay Coming To Cheyenne Frontier Days
America’s first extreme sport has roots going back 300 to 400 years. Called Indian Relay, the sport is moving its championship to Cheyenne Frontier Days’ Park. CEO Tom Hirsig said, "You will not be disappointed in the excitement of Indian Relay races.”
Renée JeanMarch 23, 2026
Wyoming AG Says Pulling Retired Judge Into Abortion Case Amounts To Judge Shopping
Trying to convince a retired judge to add a fresh challenge against Wyoming’s newest abortion ban into a case that’s been ongoing for a year amounts to “judge shopping,” a Wyoming Attorney General’s deputy argued. A hearing is set for March 30.
Clair McFarlandMarch 23, 2026
How Wyoming Game Wardens Cracked The Cody Serial Poaching Case
Game wardens sat in the dark for five nights in Cody waiting for a serial poacher to strike again. On the fifth night, they heard the sound of a compound bow. The science that followed tied one man to nine dead deer and a slaughtered cow.
David MadisonMarch 23, 2026
‘No Way I Can Afford That’: $1M Bond For Man Accused Of Killing 10-Month-Old Girl
“No way I can afford that,” a 41-year-old Cheyenne-area man charged with first-degree murder in the death of a 10-month-old girl told a judge Monday. The district attorney had asked for $500,000, and the judge doubled that to $1 million.
Greg JohnsonMarch 23, 2026
All But One Horse Survive In Sweetwater County Fire; Blaze Near Lovell Still Burns
All but one horse survived in Green River on Sunday as corrals were opened and horses let loose in the Scotts Bottom Fire. Meanwhile, a fire near Lovell continues to burn. Thus far, the two fires have scorched 2,000 acres and are under investigation.
Kate MeadowsMarch 23, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Wyoming’s Leaders Make the Right Call On Public Lands
Dear editor: In passing SJR-9 this session, the Wyoming Legislature showed they are listening to the unified voice of our state’s business owners, hunters, anglers, outfitters, ranchers, schoolteachers, miners, and countless others who depend upon open access to these public lands.
CSD StaffMarch 23, 2026
Ugh: Wyoming's Tick Season Has Already Started And It's Likely To Be A Bumper Crop
Another consequence of Wyoming's abnormally warm winter is a much earlier tick season. Entomologist Mikenna Smith says not only are ticks out and about now but it's likely there will be a lot more them this year. "I'm a bit worried," she said.
Andrew RossiMarch 23, 2026
Big Horn Prosecutor Seeks Trial For Manhunt Escapee Accused Of Drugging, Raping Teen
Big Horn County’s top prosecutor is asking for a trial date in the case of a man accused of force-feeding a 15-year-old girl Adderall before sexually assaulting her and evading law enforcement for two months. Anthony Pease faces four counts of first degree sexual assault and numerous other charges.
Clair McFarlandMarch 23, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Monday, March 23, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMarch 23, 2026
A New Homeownership Option for Seniors is Raising Eyebrows for Good Reasons
The hassle-free housing option for active adults (62+) that is sweeping the country is coming to Cheyenne. The Village Cooperative is accepting reservations to the delight of local seniors.
March 23, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Monday, March, 23, 2026
Monday's headlines include: * Kemmerer Is Booming * Rawlins Man Missing For 43 Years * Not Everyone Happy With Rushmore Fireworks
Mac WatsonMarch 23, 2026