Leo Wolfson
Leo Wolfson is the State Government and Politics Reporter for Cowboy State Daily and is based in Cheyenne. He is responsible for covering Wyoming politics on a federal and statewide level.
Leo led Cowboy State Daily's coverage of the 2022 Wyoming primary election, including the highly contentious race between former congresswoman Liz Cheney and her successor U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman. He also managed CSD's coverage of the 2023 State Legislature, which was by far the most extensive and timely media coverage of a legislative session in the state's history.
Before joining Cowboy State Daily, Leo was a general assignment reporter for the Cody Enterprise Newspaper in Cody from 2018-2022. Prior to that, he reported for a suburban newspaper outside Denver.
Latest from Leo Wolfson
Fire Investigator Says Companies Responsible For Fatal Clark Wildfire
In a report released last week, an investigator blames a 2021 fire that killed a woman and burned multiple homes in the northwestern Wyoming town of Clark on a local electric company and tree trimming business.
Leo WolfsonAugust 21, 2023
10 Horses Have Died At Wyoming Racetracks This Summer
Of the 10 horses that have died at Wyoming racetracks this summer, nine were at Wyoming Downs in Evanston.
Leo WolfsonAugust 19, 2023
Liz Cheney Slams Trump, Claims He Doesn’t Want People To See Jan. 6 Evidence
In her first public comments since former President Donald Trump was indicted for alleged election interference in Georgia, Liz Cheney says Trump’s afraid of Jan. 6 evidence.
Leo WolfsonAugust 18, 2023
Outrage In Cheyenne As City Considers Banning Single-Use Plastic Bags
Many Cheyenne residents are angry over a city councilman's proposal to ban single-use plastic bags and to charge customers for paper bags.
Leo WolfsonAugust 18, 2023
John Birch Society Says Wyoming Part Of Conservative Resurgence
The ultra-conservative John Birch Society was in Wyoming to tout a handful of Cowboy State Republicans for upholding the U.S. Constitution.
Leo WolfsonAugust 18, 2023
Cheyenne City Council Urges Wyoming Legislature To Decriminalize Marijuana
The Cheyenne City Council passed a resolution this week encouraging other municipalities to put pressure on the Wyoming Legislature to decriminalize marijuana. The Casper City Council addressed the topic on Tuesday, as well.
Leo WolfsonAugust 17, 2023
Cody Mayor Blocks Plan To Build Mormon Temple With Gigantic 77-Foot Steeple
In an unusual move, Cody Mayor Matt Hall has blocked a building permit for a proposed Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple that was approved last week. The major point of contention has been a gigantic 77-foot steeple that would be part of the building.
Leo WolfsonAugust 17, 2023
WHSAA Ready To Enforce Wyoming’s New High School Trans Sports Ban
The fall high school sports season has started in Wyoming, and that means no transgender girls can compete in girls' sports, a new law the Wyoming High School Activities Association says it’s obligated to enforce.
Leo WolfsonAugust 16, 2023
County Clerks Respond To Eathorne: Wyoming Constitution Only Allows For Some Election AuditsÂ
In response to complaints from Wyoming GOP Chair Frank Eathorne that county clerks aren’t transparent enough, the president of the Wyoming County Clerks Association said the State Constitution does not allow them to perform election audits to the degree that they are done in some other states.
Leo WolfsonAugust 16, 2023
Chuck Gray Warns Wyoming County Clerks About Outside Election Interference
Secretary of State Chuck Gray isn’t buying the “this doesn’t happen here” argument when it comes to election interference in Wyoming. He said," Wyoming remains especially vulnerable given our lack of a statutory ban on private funding of elections.”
Leo WolfsonAugust 16, 2023
Cheney Blasts Tuberville For Holding Up Military Promotions Over Abortion
Former Wyoming congresswoman Liz Cheney took to social media Monday to blast Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s protest of the U.S. military's position on abortion by holding up more than 300 promotions.
Leo WolfsonAugust 16, 2023
Casper Man Launches Longshot Attempt To Unseat Barrasso For U.S. Senate
Casper resident Reid Rasner, who came in 7th place when he ran for city council in Las Vegas in 2017, officially announced his campaign on Tuesday to unseat U.S. Sen. John Barrasso in 2024. Barrasso is considered a frontrunner to replace Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell should he step down.
Leo WolfsonAugust 15, 2023
Eathorne Criticizes Wyoming County Clerks Opposed To Audits Of Election Results
GOP Chair Frank Eathorne was critical of county clerks who say audits of election results aren't necessary. “Why would you say that?" Eathorne said. "Let’s open the books. Let’s take a look. Let’s do one audit. Let’s do a spot check.”
Leo WolfsonAugust 15, 2023
State GOP May Seek $5,000 From Party Member Who Wanted Convention Expenses Returned
The Wyoming Republican Party may seek $5,000 from longtime party committeeman Jack Mueller who unsuccessfully sued in small claims court for reimbursement of $675 in 2022 convention expenses.
Leo WolfsonAugust 14, 2023
Feds Arrest Wyoming Man For Attacking Police With Flagpole During Jan 6 Riot
Federal authorities have charged and arrested Bedford resident Douglas Harrington for allegedly assaulting Capitol Police officers with a flagpole during the Jan. 6, 2021 riots. He faces up to 75 years in prison.
Leo WolfsonAugust 14, 2023
Casper Company Turns Military-Grade ATVs Into Consumer Vehicles To Battle Snow
Tracked Outdoors in Casper is the largest supplier of refurbished prized Hagglund all-terrain vehicles in America. They're expensive but after last year’s severe winter, business is booming.
Leo WolfsonAugust 13, 2023
Eathorne Says RNC Shouldn’t Give Money To Gay Rodeos
During a Wyoming GOP Central Committee meeting Saturday, Chairman Frank Eathorne said the Republican National Committee should not be giving money to gay rodeos and other LGBTQ causes.
Leo WolfsonAugust 13, 2023
Even In Deep Red Wyoming, Some Republicans Want Someone Other Than Trump
Although former Wyoming Republican state legislators Ray Peterson and R.J. Kost don’t like President Biden, both say they aren't big fans of former President Trump and hope another Republican wins the GOP nomination.
Leo WolfsonAugust 12, 2023
Surprise: Gigantic 77-Foot Steeple For Mormon Temple In Cody Gets Approved After All
By not specifically rejecting the 77-foot steeple that’s caused months of controversy, the Cody Planning and Zoning Board apparently has OK’d the initial Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple plan.
Leo WolfsonAugust 11, 2023
Proposal Would Allow Civil Lawsuits For Abusing Vulnerable Adults In Wyoming
A Wyoming legislative task force has drafted a bill that would open the state’s civil courts to pursuing justice for exploiting vulnerable adults.
Leo WolfsonAugust 11, 2023
Don Day Wyoming Weather Forecast: Friday, August 11, 2023
It’s Friday, August 11, 2023 and temperatures will remain near seasonal levels today, with generally light winds in parts of the Cowboy State. More of the same is expected through the weekend - so enjoy the beautiful weather!
Leo WolfsonAugust 11, 2023