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Andrew Barrett appeared via video screen in Casper Circuit Court from the Natrona County Jail. During his appearance he barked, made animal noises, put his fingers into a pistol-like gesture and calmly answered the judge.

Casper Serial Biter Who Barks Like A Dog Nearly Takes Off Tip Of Deputy’s Finger

A 39-year-old Casper man nearly bit off the tip of a deputy’s finger during his Tuesday arrest. Deemed a “serial biter” by prosecutors, he also barked like a dog during his initial court appearance Wednesday.

Dale KillingbeckMay 15, 2025

Sheridan police Sgt. Nevada Krinkee was one of 148 U.S. law officers killed in the line of duty in 2024. They were honored by an estimated 30,000 people at a Tuesday candlelight vigil in Washington, D.C., including the Wyoming delegation.

30,000 Candles Burn For Sheridan Police Officer, 147 Others Killed In 2024

Sheridan police Sgt. Nevada Krinkee was one of 148 U.S. law officers killed in the line of duty in 2024. They were honored by an estimated 30,000 people at a Tuesday candlelight vigil in Washington, D.C., including the Wyoming delegation.

Grace HansenMay 15, 2025

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Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake — Thursday, May 15, 2025

Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsMay 15, 2025

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Cowboy State Daily Video News: Thursday, May 15, 2025

Thursday's headlines include: * Plea Agreement For Mom of Cop Killer * Grizzly Cubs Killed By Cannibal Male Bear * Family Of Slain Man Asks “Put Your Guns Away”

Wendy CorrMay 15, 2025

File Photos: Witnesses in Montana claim they saw a National Guard chopper illegally land on private property, and the crew grabbing shed elk antlers. If true, the guardsmen responsible will be punished, a general said.

Montana National Guard Accused Of Illegally Using Black Hawk To Snag Elk Antlers

Witnesses in Montana claim they saw a National Guard chopper illegally land on private property, and the crew grabbing shed elk antlers. If true, the guardsmen responsible will be punished, a general said.

Mark HeinzMay 14, 2025

Demonstrating a suppressor attached to a Traditions 350 Legend.

Bills Lifting Ban On So-Called Silencers, Short-Barreled Rifles Stall In U.S. House

Gun rights advocates say a Congressional committee stalled bills to lift bans on suppressors and short-barreled rifles and shotguns. Wyoming’s delegates say they support the bills.

Mark HeinzMay 14, 2025

Meanwhile, the family of Bernard Anicio, killed in a May 11, 2025, shooting, is pleading for local young people to “put the guns away.”

‘Put The Guns Away’ Pleads Family Of Casper Man Killed In Shootout

Casper authorities expect to file charges related to a Sunday night shooting involving the “mishandling” of a gun. Meanwhile, the family of a man killed in a separate Sunday shooting is pleading for local young people to “put the guns away.”

Dale KillingbeckMay 14, 2025

The U.S. House passed a bill sponsored by Wyoming’s Harriet Hageman on Tuesday that aims to protect the hydro power produced by Glen Canyon Dam. A Biden-era protection on fish bypasses the dam and kills its ability to produce energy, Hageman says.

Hageman Aims To Protect Hydro Power By Reversing Biden Fish Protections

The U.S. House passed a bill sponsored by Wyoming’s Harriet Hageman on Tuesday that aims to protect the hydro power produced by Glen Canyon Dam. A Biden-era protection on fish bypasses the dam and kills its ability to produce energy, Hageman says.

David MadisonMay 14, 2025

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Guest Column: Weaponizing Federal Lawyers Against Westerners

Former BLM chief William Perry Pendley writes, "After my three decades representing westerners unable to hire attorneys to fight injustice at the hands of the federal government, what happened to the Maudes doesn't surprise me. Thank goodness for President Trump and the Maude’s friends and neighbors..."

Guest ColumnMay 14, 2025

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Tom Lubnau: Analyzing The Freedom Caucus’s Excuses For Keeping Their Secrets

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "Rep. Rodriguez Williams' column does not deny the existence of daily text messages coming from a puppet master. Her column does not tell who the puppet master is. She does not offer to disclose those text messages."

Tom LubnauMay 14, 2025

The U.S. Senate's top Democrat named Wyoming as a state that faces increased energy costs under the GOP’s tax and budget plans. That prompted Sen. John Barrasso to unload on Schumer, saying energy is the reason Democrats are the minority in Congress.

Barrasso Unloads On Chuck Schumer After Claim Of Higher Wyoming Energy Prices

Chuck Schumer, the U.S. Senate's top Democrat, named Wyoming as facing increased energy costs under the GOP’s tax and budget plans. That prompted Sen. John Barrasso to unload on him, saying energy is the reason Dems are the minority in Congress.

Sean BarryMay 14, 2025

Walt Longmire actor Robert Taylor is a fixture at Longmire Days.

Sheriff Longmire Actor Turns Down Paying Gigs To Be At Longmire Days

Fans of the hit television show “Longmire” will soon flood Buffalo for two days in author Craig Johnson’s fictional Absaroka County. Sheriff Longmire actor Robert Taylor loves the franchise so much he turns down paying gigs to be at Longmire Days.

Renée JeanMay 14, 2025

Wildlife photographer Jeff Plumb observed and photographed Grizzly 1063 with her three yearling cubs less than a week before two of the cubs were found dead, aparantly victims of a boar grizzly.

Male Bear Kills, Cannibalizes 2 Of Grizzly 1063’s 3 Yearling Cubs In Grand Teton

Fans of a prominent female grizzly in Grand Teton National Park were saddened to learn Wednesday that two of her three yearling cubs were apparently killed and cannibalized by a male bear. While brutal, it’s what male bears do.

Mark HeinzMay 14, 2025

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Bridget Hill Will Conflict Out Of About Half Of Wyoming Supreme Court Cases

It will be six to nine months before the Wyoming Supreme Court’s newest justice can participate fully. That’s because Bridget Hill, who will soon be sworn in as a justice, has represented the state on at least half the appeals the high court is hearing.

Clair McFarlandMay 14, 2025

The mother of a man who killed a Sheridan police sergeant in February 2024, has a plea agreement with prosecutors over allegations she gave her son guns. The public can't see her plea since the federal prosecutor's office for Wyoming keeps those private. Police from around Wyoming and the region turned out for Sgt. Nevada Krinkee's funeral March 1, 2024.

Mom Accused Of Giving Guns To Sheridan Cop-Killer Gets Plea Agreement

The mother of a man who killed a Sheridan police sergeant in February 2024, has a plea agreement with prosecutors over allegations she gave her son guns. The public can't see her plea since the federal authorities for Wyoming keeps those private.

Clair McFarlandMay 14, 2025

Spring turkey hunting in Wyoming has been excellent this year. The state’s wild turkey population is thriving, according to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.

Population Boom Means There Are Tons Of Turkeys For Wyoming Hunters

There’s never been a better time to take up turkey hunting in Wyoming. A population boom means there are tons of wild turkeys around for the spring season.

Mark HeinzMay 13, 2025

Bailey Bettinson, above, and Tevin Medina.

Evanston Couple Get 6 Months For Child Abuse In Death Of Baby Found In Filth

An Evanston couple got six months in jail Tuesday for child abuse after the death of their 9-month-old. The sentence comes after a prosecutor conceded there wasn’t enough evidence that their filthy home or neglect associated with it killed the baby.

Clair McFarlandMay 13, 2025

Roughly $16 million in federal funding is on hold for a $28 million wildlife crossing along U.S. Highway 26 near Dubois. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department and others are determined to push the project forward anyway.

Short $16M In Federal Money In Limbo, Wildlife Crossing Near Dubois On Hold

Roughly $16 million in federal funding is on hold for a $28 million wildlife crossing along U.S. Highway 26 near Dubois. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department and others are determined to push the project forward anyway.

Mark HeinzMay 13, 2025

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Guest Column: Raw Deal for Wyoming -- Pronghorn and Sidewinder Projects Undermine Our Values

State Reps. Campbell and Strock write, "These turbines aren't being built to power Wyoming homes or strengthen our energy independence — they're designed to churn out carbon offset credits, so Denver elites can feel better about flying over our wide-open spaces while claiming a low-carbon footprint."

Guest ColumnMay 13, 2025

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Letter To The Editor: Defending Innocence Of Children In Hypersexualized Culture

Dear editor: In today’s culture, protecting the innocence of our children has become increasingly difficult. Children are being exposed to adult themes long before they are emotionally or mentally ready.

May 13, 2025

"Let's Talk About It" in the teen section at the Laramie County Public Library branch in downtown Cheyenne in this file photo. The book is graphic novel (comic book) depicting cartoon teens and other characters exploring the nuances of sex, gender, sexuality, relationships, consent, STDs, sexting, abusive behaviors and birth control.

Studying Obscenity Laws And Sex Books In Libraries No. 1 Priority For Committee

The No. 1 priority for the Wyoming Legislature’s interim Judiciary Committee is to consider tying sex books in libraries to state obscenity laws. The debate continues years of controversy over sexually graphic books available to kids in libraries.

Clair McFarlandMay 13, 2025

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