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State Sen. Anthony Bouchard, R-Cheyenne, and Chloe Cole, a California activist who detransitioned to go back to being a girl. She testified in favor of Senate File 99.

Supreme Court’s Ruling On Trans Surgeries For Kids Likely Bolsters Wyoming’s New Law

A Monday U.S. Supreme Court ruling upholding Idaho’s ban on transgender surgeries for minors likely also bolsters Wyoming’s new law that does the same.

Leo WolfsonApril 16, 2024

A pronghorn with a trio of drilling rigs in the background.

New BLM Drilling Rule Could Put Wyoming Oil And Gas On Life Support

The Cowboy State's oil and gas industry says a new BLM drilling rule could leave large and small operators on life support, and the Petroleum Association of Wyoming says it may sue over it.

Pat MaioApril 16, 2024

Casper mountaineer Dr. Joe McGinley stands on top of Mount Vinson, in Antarctica, his sixth of seven summits of the tallest peaks on seven continents.

Wyoming Climber To Take On Everest’s North Face To Hit 7 Peaks On 7 Continents

Casper mountaineer Dr. Joe McGinley leaves Sunday to take on the north face of Mount Everest and achieve a bucket-list goal he’s been chasing for years — summitting the tallest peak on each of the seven continents on Earth.

Dale KillingbeckApril 16, 2024

A still image from a short video of a muzzled wolf in an undisclosed building released by Wyoming Game and Fish.

Animal Welfare Groups Offer $20,000 In Rewards For Wyoming Wolf Torture Info

Animal welfare groups are upping the ante on trying to get a Wyoming man to face more criminal penalties for allegedly tormenting a young wolf, offering $20,000 in reward money.

Mark HeinzApril 16, 2024

A high-speed chase through Wheatland, Wyoming, on Monday ended on the course the Wheatland Golf Club.

6,000 Fentanyl Pills Found After Wild High-Speed Chase Ends On Wheatland Golf Course

Four people were arrested Monday after a high-speed chase the wrong way on I-25 spilled over onto Wheatland's golf course. In the car were 6,000 fentanyl pills and a gun.

April 16, 2024

Sheridan County Commissioner Arrested For DUI, Swerving ‘All Over The Road’

Sheridan County Commissioner Christine Haswell has pleaded not guilty to DUI and allegations she was intoxicated when people reported her allegedly swerving “all over the road” and leaving the scene of a collision with a brick structure.

Clair McFarlandApril 16, 2024

Candy Moulton: New Trails and New Stories

New Cowboy State Daily columnist Candy Moulton writes, "These days writing is both my work and my hobby. I tried retiring a couple of times and it didn’t take. So here I am, off on a new trail and a new adventure. I hope you’ll join me as we explore Wyoming and the American West."

Candy MoultonApril 16, 2024

Cowboy State Daily Video News: Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Tuesday's headlines include: * Grizzly Confirmed In Wyoming Bighorn Mountains; Was Killed For Attacking Cattle * Uranium Resurgence Is Putting Wyoming On The International Map * PETA Holds Anti-Meat Protest In Cheyenne, No One Shows Up

Wendy CorrApril 16, 2024

U.S. President Joe Biden gives remarks virtually to the National Action Network Convention from the South Court Auditorium in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on April 12, 2024

Biden Nearly Unanimous Pick Of Wyoming Democrats

The Wyoming Democratic Party held its primary caucuses across the state Saturday and gave President Joe Biden 322 of the 324 state convention delegate votes. The other two votes went to Colorado resident David Olscamp and "uncommitted."

Leo WolfsonApril 16, 2024

A grizzly vocalizes in the Wyoming wilderness in this file photo. A young male grizzly was confirmed in the Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming, Game and Fish announced Monday, the first confirmation of years of rumors and stories that grizzlies have pushed east from Yellowstone.

Grizzly Confirmed In Wyoming Bighorn Mountains; Bear Killed For Attacking Cattle

After years of rumors that there were grizzly bears roaming Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department on Monday confirmed that one has been killed for preying on cattle near Ten Sleep.

Mark HeinzApril 15, 2024

Nobody showed up to show support for a small PETA protest at the Wyoming Capitol in Cheyenne on Monday.

PETA Holds Anti-Meat Protest In Wyoming, No One Shows Up

PETA held a protest at the Wyoming State Capitol on Monday to push for a tax on meat. The two humans dressed as cows had plenty of room to protest as no one showed up.

Leo WolfsonApril 15, 2024

Lander Man Accused Of Killing Drinking Buddy For Making A Pass At Him

A Lander man accused of hitting a drinking buddy in the head with a metal pipe and killing him, allegedly told police he just tried to “knock him out” after the other man made a pass at him and wouldn’t leave.

Clair McFarlandApril 15, 2024

The Cheyenne Old Chicago location shut its doors without notice Sunday.

Old Chicago In Cheyenne Closes Without Warning — Even To Employees

The doors to Old Chicago in Cheyenne suddenly closed Sunday without warning or explanation, employees say. They say they showed up to work, were told not to clock-in, and to go home. Other locations in the state remained open.

Renée JeanApril 15, 2024

The Green River Bar in Daniel Wyoming is the town’s oldest building. It was built in 1899.

Wyoming Officials Investigate If Having Wolf In Bar Is Food Safety Violation

The Wyoming Department of Agriculture is sending an inspector to the Green River Bar in Daniel to determine whether a live wolf being taken into the bar amounts to a food safety violation.

Mark HeinzApril 15, 2024

Dave Simpson: Exposed When The Tide Went Out

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "If your lawmakers voted to kill gun-free zones, then voted against a veto session, bring it up next time they come asking for your vote."

Dave SimpsonApril 15, 2024

Uranium Resurgence Is Putting Wyoming On The International Map

Wyoming is experiencing a resurgence in the uranium industry for a number of reasons including: tightening global supplies, the U.S. is embracing tiny nuclear reactors as a form of clean energy, and fears are growing over dependence on Russia.

Pat MaioApril 15, 2024

Dino, a small brontosaurus sculpture, was stolen from a Cheyenne family's yard last week.

Where’s Dino? Someone Swipes One-Of-A-Kind Sculpture From Cheyenne Yard

A Cheyenne family is asking the community to be on the lookout for Dino, a one-of-a-kind brontosaurus sculpture stolen last week from their fenced-in yard.

April 15, 2024

Cheyenne Newcomer Runs For State House, Says Legislature Needs More Young People

A Wyoming native who’s lived in Cheyenne for about a year has announced he is running for the state House. The 31-year-old, who moved to Cheyenne from Sheridan, says the Wyoming Legislature needs more young people.

Leo WolfsonApril 15, 2024

Riverton Man Pleads Not Guilty To Having Porn Featuring Baby, Toddler and Dog

A Riverton man has pleaded not guilty to felony charges he had and distributed child pornography, including videos featuring molestation of an infant and toddler, as well as a dog performing a sex act on a child.

Clair McFarlandApril 15, 2024

Letter To The Editor: Hooray for Cat Urbigkit!

Dear editor: "During my time in the legislature, I found that some (perhaps most) people assign the very worst of motives to those with whom they disagree and the purest of motives to themselves."

April 15, 2024

Cowboy State Daily Video News: Monday, April 15, 2024

Monday's headlines include: - Rustlers target Wyoming Bees - Boston Woman Kidnapped First Day In Wyoming - Wyoming Kids Win National Hockey Championship

Wendy CorrApril 15, 2024

Stewart Petersen as Billy in the movie 1974 movie “Where The Red Fern Grows.”

Former Teen Actor Gave Up Hollywood Hills For Wyoming Mountains

Stewart Petersen grew up in Cokeville but found fame as a teen actor in major movies like “Where the Red Fern Grows.” But he gave up acting, preferring Wyoming to Hollywood and has had successful roles as husband, father, building contractor and outfitter.

Dale KillingbeckApril 14, 2024

US Supreme Court Ruling Could ‘Have Significant Impacts’ On Jackson Housing Fees

Elected officials have to make sure they’re only charging impact fees that match up to the public’s goals, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously Friday. Otherwise, the fees amount to government extortion. This could significantly impact Teton County.

Clair McFarlandApril 14, 2024

A photo of flight crews outside a hangar at Casper Army Air Base.

Wyoming History: Casper Air Base Was Last Stop For WWII Bomber Crews Heading To War

Built quickly in 1942, the Casper Army Air Base, was the last training stop for thousands of heavy bomber crews during World War II. In fact, it became the training ground for a dominant part of America’s fight for freedom from the air.

Dale KillingbeckApril 14, 2024

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