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A Montana man was sentenced to just over seven years in prison for a botched home invasion that could’ve been worse if he had killed “the white guy,” as an accomplice urged.

Assailant Gets More Than 7 Years In Prison In “Kill The White Guy” Burglary Case

A Montana man was sentenced to just over seven years in prison for a botched home invasion that could’ve been worse if he had killed “the white guy,” as an accomplice urged.

David MadisonApril 16, 2025

The death of a woman Saturday in a tanker explosion north of Wright, Wyoming, was accidental, according to the Campbell County coroner. The exact origin of the explosion of a tanker carrying hydrochloric acid is still under investigation.

Wyoming Tanker Truck Explosion That Killed Driver Ruled Accidental

The death of a woman Saturday in a tanker explosion north of Wright, Wyoming, was accidental, according to the Campbell County coroner. The exact origin of the explosion of a tanker carrying hydrochloric acid is still under investigation.

Clair McFarlandApril 16, 2025

Even after announcing Wednesday they've finally identified the remains of a John Doe found near a refinery in Cheyenne in 2023 as Neal D. Samson, 61, authorities still have a mystery on their hands.

Remains Of Cheyenne John Doe Identified, But Mystery Remains

Even after announcing Wednesday they've finally identified the remains of a John Doe found near a refinery in Cheyenne in 2023, authorities still have a mystery on their hands.

Jen KocherApril 16, 2025

Naughton coal-fired plant along Highway 189 in Kemmerer, operated by Rockuy Mountain Power.

Another Double-Digit Rocky Mountain Power Rate Hike Approved, More Likely Ahead

Wyoming Public Service Commissioners reluctantly approved another double-digit rate increase for Rocky Mountain Power on Tuesday. That means another $14 a month on an average residential customer’s bill, and more rate increases are likely ahead.

Renée JeanApril 16, 2025

Protestors outside the Wyoming Supreme Court in Cheyenne on April 16, 2025, before the court heard oral arguments on a challenge to state abortion bans.

Future Of Abortion In Wyoming Now In Hands Of State Supreme Court

The Wyoming Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in a case that will determine the future of abortion in Wyoming. A pro-choice coalition argued women have a right to the procedure, while the state's attorney argued the Legislature can ban it.

Clair McFarlandApril 16, 2025

Cheyenne resident Joseph Kibler is so far the only declared candidate for Wyoming governor. The socially conservative Republican admits he’s “a nobody” and that his chances are beyond a longshot.

Republican Candidate For Wyoming Governor Admits He’s ‘A Nobody’

Cheyenne resident Joseph Kibler is so far the second declared candidate for Wyoming governor. The socially conservative Republican admits he’s “a nobody."

Leo WolfsonApril 16, 2025

Members of the team prosecuting Steven Marler, Natrona County District Attorney Dan Itzen, left, and Assistant District Attorney Brandon Rosty, third from left, leave the courthouse earlier this week.

Casper Foster Dad’s Defense Questions Validity Of Sex Abuse Claims By Kids

After six days of testimony from Steven Marler’s former adopted and foster children claiming multiple sex assaults, he gets his turn. The defense for the Casper, Wyoming, man started presenting its case Wednesday, questioning the validity of those claims.

Dale KillingbeckApril 16, 2025

The chairwoman of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, who lives in Riverton, Wyoming, says Trump’s promise to cut funding for PBS and NPR would be “devastating.” Trump says the organization is “very biased” and pushes liberal agendas.

Public Broadcasting Chief Calls Cuts ‘Devastating,’ Trump Says PBS “Very Biased”

The chairwoman of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, who lives in Riverton, Wyoming, says Trump’s promise to cut funding for PBS and NPR would be “devastating.” Trump says the organization is “very biased” and pushes liberal agendas.

Leo WolfsonApril 16, 2025

A uranium mill in Utah with ties to operations stretching from Wyoming to Madagascar is retooling to process rare earths. That could be good news for Wyoming mines, which are accelerating their production plans. Here's an aerial look at that plant, the White Mesa facility.

Wyoming Rare Earths Could Be Processed At Retooled Plant In Utah

A uranium mill in Utah with ties to operations stretching from Wyoming to Madagascar is retooling to process rare earths. That could be good news for Wyoming mines, which are accelerating their production plans.

David MadisonApril 16, 2025

Steven Marler, center, talks with his attorneys, John Hummel, left, and Devon Petersen after the prosecution rested its case.

1 Child Sex Charge Thrown Out For Casper Foster Dad, 19 Still Active

Defense attorneys for an award-winning former foster dad Tuesday asked a Natrona County District Court judge for an acquittal of 11 of 20 sexual abuse charges. The prosecutor and judge responded by throwing out one of the charges.

Dale KillingbeckApril 16, 2025

A former Riverton firefighter, Charlie Joseph Lawrence, received a prison sentence of 7-12 years Tuesday. Multiple women came forward during a monthslong investigation saying he offered them rides, then groped them.

Former Firefighter Gets 7-12 Years For Groping Women While Giving Them Rides

A former Riverton firefighter received a prison sentence of 7-12 years Tuesday. Multiple women came forward during a monthslong investigation saying he offered them rides, then groped them.

Clair McFarlandApril 16, 2025

A giant coal shovel fills a huge haul truck at Peabody Energy's North Antelope Rochelle mine in Wyoming's Powder River Basin.

Peabody Closes ‘Substantial’ Deal For Coal From Its Flagship Wyoming Coal Mine

Peabody Energy, which operates the world’s most productive coal mine, announced Tuesday it has a “substantial” contract to supply Associated Electric Cooperative for “at least the next seven years.”

David MadisonApril 16, 2025

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The American West: David Thompson And The North West Company

David Thompson became one of the first fur traders to cross the Canadian Rockies into the interior valley of the Columbia River source west of the Continental Divide. He also became the first white explorer to travel the full course of the Columbia River.

Candy MoultonApril 15, 2025

Squatters staying in a vacant hotel in Evanston, Wyoming, are suspected of starting a fire Tuesday in the vacant Hillcrest Motel. Police report the owner of the motel has been trying to renovate it, but has been having problems evicting squatters.

Squatters Suspected Of Starting Fire In Vacant Evanston Motel

Squatters staying in a vacant hotel in Evanston, Wyoming, are suspected of starting a fire Tuesday in the vacant Hillcrest Motel. Police report the owner of the motel has been trying to renovate it, but has been having problems evicting squatters.

Andrew RossiApril 15, 2025

In the first reported major run-in between a grizzly and a human this year, a man hunting shed antlers in north-central Montana shot and killed a female grizzly bear that he claimed charged him.

Montana Hunter Kills Charging Grizzly In Year’s First Reported Human-Bear Clash

In the first reported major run-in between a grizzly and a human this year, a man hunting shed antlers in north-central Montana shot and killed a female grizzly bear that he says charged him.

Mark HeinzApril 15, 2025

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Tom Lubnau: The Wyoming Republican Party Should Fix Its Own Election Integrity Issues

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes: "The Republican Party's dispute resolution committee, in one last stroke of arrogance, said its conclusion is 'the Party’s sole remedy and is full, final and not appealable.' If the party were a private club, this whole process would be no big deal. But the party is a creation of law."

Tom LubnauApril 15, 2025

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Jackson Man Could Be Deported For The Eighth Time If Convicted

Federal deportation authorities Monday arrested a Mexican national in Teton County, Wyoming, who has been removed from the United States seven times in the past 20 years, court documents say.

Clair McFarlandApril 15, 2025

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Candy Moulton: Two If By Sea, Get Ready For America's 250th In Wyoming

Columnist Candy Moulton writes, “July 4, 1776, marks the signing of the Declaration of Independence and America is preparing to commemorate the semiquincentennial (250 years). The lighting of two lanterns in some Wyoming courthouses Friday is the official start of the celebration in the Cowboy State.”

Candy MoultonApril 15, 2025

The eruption of Yellowstone’s Steamboat Geyser on Monday suggests to scientists that the world's tallest active geyser may be getting more regular. Sometimes going years between eruptions, it seems to be spouting off more consistently, as seen in this file photo.

Steamboat Geyser — World’s Tallest — Blasts Off For Second Time In 2025

The eruption of Yellowstone’s Steamboat Geyser on Monday is its second of 2025 and suggests that the world's tallest active geyser may be getting more regular. Sometimes going years between eruptions, it seems to be spouting off more consistently.

Andrew RossiApril 15, 2025

The University of Wyoming confirmed to Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, that “a few” international students have had their visas to be in the United States revoked. Just how many students and why isn’t clear.

University of Wyoming International Students Have Visas Revoked

The University of Wyoming confirmed to Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday that “a few” international students have had their visas to be in the United States revoked. Just how many students and why isn’t clear.

Leo WolfsonApril 15, 2025

Gas rigs work on BLM land near Pinedale, Wyoming, in this file photo.

Wyoming Oil And Gas Producers Cheer No More Environmental Review For Federal Leases

Wyoming oil and gas producers are cheering a new directive lifting requirements for environmental reviews for federal leases. The move affects more than 3,200 leases across seven Western states, including Wyoming.

David MadisonApril 15, 2025

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