Greg Johnson
Greg Johnson is managing editor for Cowboy State Daily at the headquarters in Cheyenne.
A veteran journalist of more than 31 years covering Western issues and politics, Greg spent stints in Wyoming as managing editor for the Gillette News Record and Laramie Boomerang. Greg's produced award-winning journalism, and has built a national reputation for his extensive coverage of Wyoming energy -- especially coal.
He previously spent seven years editing and reporting in Alaska, and was managing editor for Sarah Palin's hometown paper when she was tapped as John McCain's running mate in 2008. Greg studied music and English at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
Outside the office, Greg likes photography, reading and all things sports.
Latest from Greg Johnson
Jackson Man To Plead To 5th DUI For Driving Chevy Tahoe In The Gros Ventre River
A 53-year-old Jackson man who drove his Chevy Tahoe about a mile up the Gros Ventre River is scheduled to plead guilty to his fifth DUI in 10 years on Tuesday. He almost hit a fisherman before getting the SUV stuck in the middle of the river.
Greg JohnsonMarch 03, 2026
Thermopolis Caregiver Accused Of Neglecting 87-Pound Deaf And Blind Elderly Man
A Thermopolis woman is accused of neglecting an elderly man in her care who’s deaf, mostly blind, and weighs 87 pounds. A visiting doctor reported finding him wearing adult diapers that hadn’t been changed in 10-14 days.
Greg JohnsonMarch 02, 2026
‘A Total Loss’: Fire Guts Landmark Glenrock Restaurant Fort Diablo
The 70-year-old Fort Diablo in Glenrock was gutted by a fire Sunday, leaving the landmark restaurant “a total loss.” “I just couldn’t believe it,” owner Kevin Tate said about watching it burn. “This just sucks.”
Greg JohnsonMarch 02, 2026
32 Illegal Drivers Turned Over To ICE During 3-Day Laramie County Truck Crackdown
The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office caught 32 illegal immigrant truck drivers this week during a three-day crackdown called “Truck Around and Find Out.” They made 177 stops overall and wrote 51 tickets. "This is a continuing thing for us," the sheriff said.
Greg JohnsonFebruary 27, 2026
Wyoming Inmate Sues, Claims Botched Health Care Led To Leg Amputation
A Rawlins woman claims her leg was amputated because of negligence by the Wyoming Department of Corrections’ former health care contractor. She’s serving 10-15 years in prison for selling meth.
Greg JohnsonFebruary 26, 2026
Details Scarce As Gillette Police Chief Abruptly Retires
Under a cloud of public questioning, Gillette Police Chief Chuck Deaton abruptly retired from the department on Thursday. Deaton said it a statement that it was time “for me to move on.”
Greg JohnsonFebruary 26, 2026
