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That Time Wyoming Tried Banning Abortion On The Ballot And Failed
A unique coalition of Christians, Democrats and lawyers tried passing an abortion ban on the ballot in 1994. The effort failed, but not without shaking up the state’s political sphere.
Clair McFarlandNovember 23, 2024
The Roundup: A Conversation With Wyoming Senior Olympics' De Shann Schinkel
This week, host Wendy Corr chats with De Shann Schinkel, the executive director of Wyoming Senior Olympics. De Shann talks about the organization, the people who participate (like the 105-year-old gold medal sprinter!), and how anyone 50 and older can be an Olympian.
Wendy CorrNovember 23, 2024
Rozet Man Accused Of Slashing Girlfriend's Throat With Box Cutter
A Rozet, Wyoming, man is accused of throwing a chair, lamp and door at his girlfriend before cutting her throat with a box cutter. He could face between 20 years and life in prison if convicted of attempted second-degree murder.
Clair McFarlandNovember 23, 2024
Jonathan Lange: Judge Who Struck Down Abortion Bans Resurrects Outdated Law
Columnist Jonathan Lange writes: "Prenatal life has constitutional rights in the state of Wyoming. That is a fact of law and of the Constitution. But nowhere is it disputed, refuted, or even acknowledged in Judge Owens’ opinion on abortion."
Jonathan LangeNovember 22, 2024
Earth Has A Second Moon For A Few More Days
A 36-foot-wide asteroid pulled into Earth’s orbit has become a second "mini-moon" for almost two months. But this multibillion-year-old chunk of space debris will soon be pulled out by the sun.
Andrew RossiNovember 22, 2024
The American West: Jim Beckwourth - A Rocky Mountain Legend
James Pierson Beckwourth was a mountain man, scout, frontiersman, honorary Indian chief, and the first to pen an autobiography. And what a story it was. He was legendary in his own time, although early historians largely discounted him.        Â
Linda WommackNovember 22, 2024
No More Free-Range Pooping: Human-Poop Bags At Hiking Trailheads Are A Thing Now
“Sustainable pooping” has become an outdoors recreation catchphrase, with people expected to pack their own human waste out in plastic bags. Kiosks with these human-poop bags are popping up along popular hiking trails, like Mount Elbert in Colorado.
Mark HeinzNovember 22, 2024
If Wyoming Grizzlies Make It To Utah, They’ll Probably Get Sent Back
While it’s almost certain that Wyoming grizzlies will eventually migrate into Utah, they won’t be welcome to stay there. Unlike Wyoming, Utah does not have a sustainable habitat for grizzly bears.
Mark HeinzNovember 22, 2024
Hudson Man Caught In Vigilante Video Now Facing Federal Sex Charge
A Hudson, Wyoming, man accused of chatting with decoys he believed were underage girls and luring them into sex acts has been slapped with a federal sex charge. An indictment returned Wednesday could mean another 20 years in prison for him.
Clair McFarlandNovember 22, 2024
University Of Wyoming Trustees Reject Campus Concealed Carry On Split Vote
The University of Wyoming trustees voted Friday against allowing the concealed carry of handguns on campus. But the Wyoming Legislature could still override that decision.
Mark HeinzNovember 22, 2024
Bondurant Gravel Mine Expansion Has Neighbors In Uproar
A proposed gravel pit expansion in Bondurant, Wyoming, has many neighbors in an uproar. They’re concerned about the noise it could create and impacts to wildlife and nearby streams.
Leo WolfsonNovember 22, 2024
Dennis Sun: Against The West
President-Elect Donald Trump has campaigned to bring the DOI and BLM back under commonsense management that will listen to experts in Western states. I can’t wait.
Dennis SunNovember 22, 2024
Casper Man With 1,000 Child Porn Files Claims He Was Collecting Them For Police
A 59-year-old Casper man was in court Thursday to face multiple felony charges related to 1,000 child porn files allegedly found on his cellphone. He reportedly told agents he was collecting them to turn over to local police.
Dale KillingbeckNovember 22, 2024
Prosecutor Won't Seek Death Penalty In Fort Bridger Killing
The Uinta County prosecutor will not seek the death penalty in the first-degree murder case of Skyler Gray who is accused of gunning down Jeremy Jaques in Fort Bridger. Gray allegedly shot at Jaques six times – then another four times once Jaques was on the ground.
Clair McFarlandNovember 22, 2024
Morning Show with Jake - Friday, November 22, 2024
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6 - 10 a.m.
Jake NicholsNovember 22, 2024
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Friday, November 22, 2024
Friday's headlines include: * Real-Life "Breaking Bad" Bust * Skiers Outraged Over $10,000 Ski Pass * Artists Baffled At Banana Selling For $6.2 Million
Wendy CorrNovember 22, 2024
Skiers Shocked By $10,000 Luxury Jackson Hole Special-Access Pass
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is offering skiers a luxury season pass for $10,000, a shocking sum for most skiers, who say the resort has gone too far. The pass includes early access, private ski storage, continental breakfast and lounge access.
Justin GeorgeNovember 22, 2024
Woman Charged With Stealing Wyoming Deputy’s Car, Flashing His Gun
Laramie County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two women after one of them managed to bypass a safety feature on a patrol vehicle and steal it Wednesday. She also reportedly flashed a gun that was in the car before being stopped with spike strips.Â
Clair McFarlandNovember 21, 2024
Even If UW Won’t Allow Concealed Carry, Legislature Probably Will, Trustee Says
Even if the University of Wyoming doesn’t allow concealed carry of firearms on campus, the Legislature is probably going to approve it anyway, a UW trustee said Thursday.
Mark HeinzNovember 21, 2024
Sally Ann Shurmur: UW vs Boise State -- Of All The Reasons To Go, Which Will You Choose?
Columnist Sally Ann Shurmur writes, “Should the unthinkable happen and Wyoming pull off the upset of all upsets, Boise will be done in the playoff talk and Jeanty’s Heisman hopes likely will be done as well. So all of this brings the question, does the football fan go to see the home team or the quality competition?"
Sally Ann ShurmurNovember 21, 2024
Man Tapes Banana To Wall, Sells It For $6.2 Million; Wyoming Artists Baffled
A banana duct-taped to a wall sold for $6.2 million Wednesday, leaving some in Wyoming’s art community baffled and bewildered. Sculptor Chris Navarro called it “a head-scratcher” and said it looks like it took the artist “10 minutes” to create.
Andrew RossiNovember 21, 2024
Dave Simpson: What Was Your Favorite Whopper?
Columnist Dave Simpson writes, “Oprah Winfrey told us if we didn't vote for Kamala Harris, it could be the last time we ever get to vote in an election. Hoo-boy, what a knee-slapper that was.”
Dave SimpsonNovember 21, 2024
Rawlins UPS Worker Accused Of Stealing Crime Evidence Sent To State Lab
A Rawlins UPS worker accused of stealing drugs and other crime evidence out of boxes on their way to the state crime lab was charged Wednesday. A laundry list of alleged stolen items also were found at her home, including a camera meant for a school's yearbook club.
Clair McFarlandNovember 21, 2024
Cheyenne Frontier Days Chief Says New Cowboy Channel Owner Can Be Good For Rodeo
Teton Ridge, a media company based in Fort Worth, Texas, has bought the Cowboy and Cowgirl channels from Rural Media Group. The move could elevate the profile of rodeo sports in America, says the CEO of Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Justin GeorgeNovember 21, 2024