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A magnitude 4.7 earthquake hit 25 miles south of Evanston just over the Utah state line on Thursday morning. “I was drinking a cup of coffee on my bed when I felt it,” said an Evanston woman.

4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Just Over Wyoming Line Felt In Evanston

A magnitude 4.7 earthquake hit 25 miles south of Evanston just over the Utah state line on Thursday morning. “I was drinking a cup of coffee on my bed when I felt it,” said an Evanston woman.

Andrew RossiJanuary 22, 2026

Cassandra Clinger and her three children. Clinger, a Star Valley High School graduate, was killed by her estranged husband on Jan. 21, 2026. He then reportedly shot himself. The children were not harmed, her family says.

'Satan Got Ahold Of Me' Man Texts After Reportedly Shooting Wife, Then Himself

Moments after reportedly shooting his estranged wife Cassandra Clinger early Wednesday at their home near the Wyoming-Idaho border, 43-year-old Christopher Moon texted his mother-in-law. “Satan, got ahold of me. I’m so sorry, I love her so much,” he wrote.

Clair McFarlandJanuary 22, 2026

A Wyoming bill that would have required voter approval to impose stormwater fees died in committee Wednesday on a tie vote despite lawsuits over “tax-like” charges. Lawmakers debated tax-fee laws and flood risks, leaving infrastructure funding in limbo. Heavy rains were too much for the stormwater system in Casper in the summer of 2023, as seen in this file photo.

Wyoming Bill Requiring Voter Approval Of Stormwater Fees Dies On Tie Vote

A Wyoming bill that would have required voter approval to impose stormwater fees died in committee Wednesday on a tie vote despite lawsuits over “tax-like” charges. Lawmakers debated tax-fee laws and flood risks, leaving infrastructure funding in limbo.

Zakary SonntagJanuary 22, 2026

Cody city leaders have invited the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association to visit the "Rodeo Capital of the World" as the PRCA considers moving its headquarters. The PRCA said it is taking the offer seriously, along with others, including one from Texas.

Cody Joins Bidding War For Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association

Cody city leaders have invited the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association to visit the "Rodeo Capital of the World" as the PRCA considers relocating its headquarters. The PRCA said it's taking the offer seriously, along with others, including one from Texas.

Renée JeanJanuary 22, 2026

Cheyenne mechanic Troy Lake spent months in prison for disabling diesel emissions on commercial trucks. He was later pardoned by President Donald Trump in a case that brought the issue of cumbersome emissions controls for diesel vehicles to the national spotlight.

Department Of Justice Halts Federal Diesel 'Delete' Prosecutions

The U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday announced it's pausing criminal prosecutions of diesel "delete" procedures under the Clean Air Act. The DOJ’s maneuver follows Trump’s Nov. 7 pardon of Wyoming delete mechanic Troy Lake.

Clair McFarlandJanuary 22, 2026

This helicopter, seen in a file photo by Wyoming Game and Fish Department, was one of two that collided near Parkman on Jan. 19, 2026, while doing contract work for the agency.

Choppers Collide During Wyoming Mule Deer Capture Operation

Two helicopters slammed into each other Monday while trying to land near Parkman in Sheridan County during a Wyoming Game and Fish operation to capture mule deer.

Mark HeinzJanuary 22, 2026

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Tom Lubnau: Freedom Caucus Cuts: A Pink Slip for Wyoming

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "If the Freedom Caucus driven Joint Appropriation Committee budget cuts survive the Legislature, hundreds of Wyomingites will lose their jobs—and Wyoming will take the hit squarely on the chin."

Tom LubnauJanuary 22, 2026

First responders at the scene of a double fatal domestic-related incident in Idaho near Alpine, Wyoming, on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.

Man Kills Wife, Then Himself After Domestic Incident Near Wyoming/Idaho State Line

A man and a woman are dead after deputies say he shot his wife before ending his own life Wednesday morning in Bonneville County, Idaho, just west of the Wyoming state line, EastIdahoNews.com reports.

Kaitlyn Hart & EastIdahoNews.comJanuary 21, 2026

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Guest Column: Wyoming Is Not Washington, D.C. — That’s Why We Demand Accountability

In a guest column, Rep. Ann Lucas writes, 'Honest debate about how tax dollars are used is not 'nuts,' as the governor’s policy director claimed — it is an obligation owed to the people who fund this government."

Guest ColumnJanuary 21, 2026

Park County School District 6 unanimously voted Tuesday to fire teacher and girls’ basketball coach Sam Buck after two Title IX probes found misconduct with students. Buck denies the allegations and called the process a flawed witch hunt.

Park County School Board Fires Cody Coach After Misconduct Investigations

Park County School District 6 unanimously voted Tuesday to fire teacher and girls’ basketball coach Sam Buck after two Title IX probes found misconduct with students. Buck denies the allegations and called the process a flawed witch hunt.

Kate MeadowsJanuary 21, 2026

Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep rams put on a show for fans along the roadside near Corwin Springs, Montana, just outside Yellowstone National Park.

Bighorn Ewe Draws A Dozen Amorous Rams In Late Rut Frenzy Near Yellowstone

A single bighorn ewe kept a dozen or more rams busy for hours, butting heads and trying to mate with her. Observers say she was no worse for wear from the aggressive attention.

Mark HeinzJanuary 21, 2026

Fremont County School District 1 board member Scott Jensen, a federal police officer, said he must resign because of a new policy barring special agents from elected roles. He's spent six years on the board pushing parental rights and book challenges. 

New FBI Policy Boots Conservative From Fremont County School Board

Fremont County School District 1 board member Scott Jensen, a federal police officer, said he must resign because of a new policy barring special agents from elected roles. He's spent six years on the board pushing parental rights and book challenges. 

Clair McFarlandJanuary 21, 2026

Wyoming is No. 1 in the nation when it comes to sound money policy, a movement to return gold and silver as legal currency. Wyomingites also don’t have to pay sales tax when buying the precious metals.

Wyoming Quietly Completes $10 million Gold Buy Required By New State Law

The state of Wyoming quietly bought $10 million in gold in December as required by a new state law. Sponsors of the law hail it as a hedge against dollar devaluation while critics say there’s no good way to cash in on gold’s increasing value.

Renée JeanJanuary 21, 2026

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Casper Man Admits He Bit Off Deputy’s Fingertip In Plea Deal

A 40-year-old Casper man on Wednesday admitted biting off the fingertip of a deputy as part of a plea deal with prosecutors. Originally facing life in prison as a habitual offender, he now could get up to 35 years in prison.

Dale KillingbeckJanuary 21, 2026

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Judge Declines To Toss Criminal Charge Against Weston County Clerk 

A Wyoming judge declined Wednesday to dismiss misdemeanor charges against Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock for defying a legislative subpoena on 2024 election issues. Her attorney Ryan Semerad said he'll appeal the ruling "as soon as I'm done walking my dog."

Clair McFarlandJanuary 21, 2026

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Guest Column: A Confounding Crossroads Moment For Wyoming’s University

UW Pres Ed Seidel writes: This $40 million cut would mean we’d be unable to do as much as the people of Wyoming need, expect and deserve. It would cause damage that will last years. A confounding situation when state government is not suffering financially.

Guest ColumnJanuary 21, 2026

A more than four-hour standoff between a man wanted on a warrant and police in Cody ended Wednesday when the man surrendered peacefully. The standoff included multiple law enforcement agencies and, at one point, non-lethal shots fired.

Suspect In Four-Hour Armed Standoff In Cody Surrenders

A more than four-hour standoff between a man wanted on a warrant and police in Cody ended Wednesday when the man surrendered peacefully. The standoff included multiple law enforcement agencies and, at one point, non-lethal shots were fired.

Andrew RossiJanuary 21, 2026

A two-judge panel ruled Tuesday that the BLM violated the Clean Air Act in approving a 3,500-well project. Jonah Energy says the decision punishes voluntary emissions efforts. "The impact to Wyoming is severe," said Jonah's Paul Ulrich.

Federal Judges Halt Jonah Field Expansion, Throw Out Lengthy Permitting Process

A two-judge panel ruled Tuesday that the BLM violated the Clean Air Act in approving a 3,500-well project. Jonah Energy says the decision punishes voluntary emissions efforts. "The impact to Wyoming is severe," said Jonah's Paul Ulrich.

David MadisonJanuary 21, 2026

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