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Riverton Man Who Shot Friend In Head Gets New Trial Because Police Botched Miranda Rights
A man convicted of second-degree murder for mercy-killing his best friend can receive a new trial, after the Wyoming Supreme Court determined much of the mans confession invalid.
Clair McFarlandDecember 13, 2022
Riverton Man Charged With Breaking Twin Daughtersâ Legs Pleads Not Guilty
The Riverton man accused of fracturing the legs and other bones of his twin infant daughters pleaded not guilty Tuesday to two counts of child abuse.
Clair McFarlandDecember 13, 2022
Wyomingâs CryptoFed Comes Out Swinging In SEC Hearing
Wyoming-based American CryptoFed Dao will get more time to defend itself against SEC allegations that the company failed to provide even basic financial information when it tried to register two digital tokens.
Renée JeanDecember 13, 2022
Frozen Batteries: How Do Electric Cars Hold Up In Wyoming Blizzards?
A 2019 study by AAA found that when temperatures drop to 20 degrees and the heat inside the car is on, driving range is decreased on electric vehicles by up to 41%.
December 13, 2022
Wyoming Legislators Asked To Triple Spending For Schools; Another $148 Million Requested
With the state flush with higher-than-budgeted-for revenues and inflation adding millions to construction projects the Wyoming Legislatures Appropriations Committee is being asked to more than triple spending.
Leo WolfsonDecember 13, 2022
More States Ban TikTok, Congress Seeks To Outlaw Company; Wyoming Still Evaluating
While Utah and Alabama announced they were the latest states to ban the use of TikTok on state devices, members of Congress introduced legislation to outlaw the app. Wyoming is still evaluating the video sharing program.
Jimmy OrrDecember 13, 2022
Wyoming LGBTQ Pioneer To Leave Legislature After 13 Years; Retiring From UW As Well
Cathy Connolly, Wyoming's first openly gay legislator and openly gay faculty member at the University of Wyoming, is leaving both institutions at the end of the year.
Leo WolfsonDecember 13, 2022
Ms. Wheelchair Wyoming Using Her Platform To Advocate For Disability Awareness
Ms. Wheelchair Wyoming, Masha Flinn, told Cowboy State Daily that she is focused on celebrating women in wheelchairs, their achievements, and advocacy, and leadership.
Renée JeanDecember 13, 2022
Church Elder Not Sure If He Will Sue The University Of Wyoming Over Suspension
Amid backlash and public First Amendment debates, the church elder whose tabling privileges were suspended after he called out a transgender student at the University of Wyoming said he doesn't know if he wants to sue, but hopes the school reverses his suspension.
Clair McFarlandDecember 13, 2022
Dave Simpson: Tom Horn Got More Due Process Than Anthony Bouchard
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "I hope Sen. Anthony Bouchard will continue to address the needs of his district and our state, and forego his pursuit of slime balls and swamp monsters."
Dave SimpsonDecember 13, 2022
Monster Grocery Merger Clears Legal Hurdle, Wyoming Workers Fear Job Losses, Higher Prices
The union that represents 750 grocery workers in Wyoming said when Albertsons and Safeway merged in 2014, lower prices & higher wages were promised. Instead, hundreds of workers lost jobs and retirements while food deserts widened.
Renée JeanDecember 13, 2022
Gordon: Wyoming Needs Millions To Address Evolving Cyberattack Threat
A cybersecurity threats grow more common and sophisticated, Gov. Mark Gordon wants more than $7 million to beef up its cyber defenses, including a dedicated law enforcement officer in Wyoming.
Leo WolfsonDecember 13, 2022
Car Expert And EV Fan Skeptical Of Proposed Electric Vehicle Technologies
Electric vehicle manufacturers are floating ideas to improve the range of EVs. Aaron Turpen, an automotive writer and supporter of electric vehicles, said hes not too sure these will become major breakthroughs in the EV world because of the cost.
December 13, 2022
Biden Gives $200 Million To Chinese Company For Green Energy Batteries
A lithium battery company received $200 million in grant funding from the Department of Energy as part of an effort to develop more domestic sources of green energy manufacturing. The company operates primarily in China.
December 13, 2022
Three Out-Of-Staters Nailed In One Of Wyomingâs Largest Poaching Cases Ever
Three out-of-staters have been convicted of more than 100 violations in what state agents are calling one of Wyomings largest poaching cases on record.Â
Mark HeinzDecember 13, 2022
University of Wyoming Violated Church Elderâs First Amendment Right, Law Experts Say
A pair of First Amendment and free speech experts agree that the University of Wyomings yearlong ban of a church elder for calling out a transgender student by name is likely unconstitutional.
Clair McFarlandDecember 12, 2022
Cowboys For Christmas: Families On Horseback Bring Christmas Presents To Needy Families
A group of families in Powell band together each holiday season to bring Christmas to needy families by delivering presents and trees on horseback. Santa and the Grinch come along for the ride too.
Wendy CorrDecember 12, 2022
Drone-Mounted Flamethrowers May Sound Like Perfect Christmas Gift But Require Special License
A drone with a flamethrower attached to it might seem like the perfect Christmas gift for that special someone but it turns out theyre expensive and require special licensing.
Mark HeinzDecember 12, 2022
All Of Wyoming To Get Blasted By Arctic Blast; Snow, High Winds, Dangerous Wind Chills Expected
Here we go... All of Wyoming will feel the brunt of an impending winter storm, says Cowboy State Daily meteorologist Don Day said, with much of the state getting between 6 - 12 inches of snow. High winds and dangerous wind chills are expected as well.
Mark HeinzDecember 12, 2022
Wyoming GOP Committeewoman Charged With Reckless Endangerment While Hunting
Nina Webber, the Wyoming Republican Committeewoman and former House candidate, has been charged with reckless endangerment while hunting. Two people said they were forced to seek cover outside of their home as bullets from Webber, allegedly rained down on them.
Leo WolfsonDecember 12, 2022
Wyoming Legislators Condemn UW For Booting Church Elder, Say âOpen Dialogueâ Is Essential
More than two dozen current and incoming legislators wrote a letter to the University of Wyoming condemning them for banning a church elder from presenting at the school. The lawmakers said "open dialogue" is the proper environment for higher education.
Clair McFarlandDecember 12, 2022
Pennie Hunt: A Lesson From A Stranger â Or Was She?
Pennie Hunt writes: I believe angels dont have to be hiding wings under a trench coat or dropping feathers with every lesson. I believe angels walk with us through our days and touch our lives right here on Earth teaching us and bringing us simple gifts of truth.
Pennie HuntDecember 11, 2022
Cody Woman Saves Paralyzed Kitten, Says Disabled Animals Are Not Disposable
Paralyzed from mid-spine, Stinky can pull herself forward, but her back legs refuse to cooperate, which is why Currie has bought a specially designed backpack with a large plastic window and air holes.
Wendy CorrDecember 11, 2022
Water Experts: Wyoming Canât Avoid Potential âDoomsdayâ Colorado River Crisis
Although the prolonged drought along the Colorado River may seem to be the troubles of other states, it has a big impact on Wyoming. Roughly 90% of the Colorado Rivers water comes from snowpack in Wyoming and the other upper basin states.Â
Mark HeinzDecember 11, 2022