Greg Johnson
Greg Johnson is managing editor for Cowboy State Daily at the headquarters in Cheyenne.
A veteran journalist of more than 31 years covering Western issues and politics, Greg spent stints in Wyoming as managing editor for the Gillette News Record and Laramie Boomerang. Greg's produced award-winning journalism, and has built a national reputation for his extensive coverage of Wyoming energy -- especially coal.
He previously spent seven years editing and reporting in Alaska, and was managing editor for Sarah Palin's hometown paper when she was tapped as John McCain's running mate in 2008. Greg studied music and English at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
Outside the office, Greg likes photography, reading and all things sports.
Latest from Greg Johnson
Powell Man Facing 20 Child Porn Charges Could Get Up To 222 Years
A Powell man facing 20 felony charges relating to the distribution and possession of child pornography faces up to 222 years in prison and $200,000 in fines if convicted. Police say he admitted to having a yearslong addiction to porn.
Greg JohnsonMarch 17, 2026
Riverton Store Clerk Admits Pocketing $12,000 In Bogus Refunds, Police Say
A Riverton convenience store clerk is accused of pocketing more than $12,000 from more than 50 bogus returns over a two-week period. He was charged Friday, and admitted to police he stole money from the store, but initially estimated it was about $600.
Greg JohnsonMarch 17, 2026
Reps. Hageman, Jim Jordan Say Congress Divided Along âCommon-Senseâ Line
The political divide in Congress falls along a line of âcommon sense,â Republican U.S. Reps. Harriet Hageman and Jim Jordan said during a Monday virtual town hall. They also said that sanctuary cities and payouts for college athletes need regulation.
Greg JohnsonMarch 16, 2026
Not A Drive-Thru: Car Plows Into Cheyenne Subway â A Fourth Time
A car plowed into a Cheyenne Subway store on Sunday, taking out a wall of windows and closing the sandwich shop. Employees say it's at least the fourth time it's been hit. âI guess they donât know we donât have a drive-thru," said one worker.
Greg JohnsonMarch 16, 2026
Powell McDonaldâs Worker Charged With Threatening To Shoot Coworkers
A Powell McDonaldâs worker is facing a felony charge of making terroristic threats after allegedly telling coworkers he would return to the restaurant with his Glock handgun and âair this place out.â He made his initial court appearance Friday.
Greg JohnsonMarch 13, 2026
For The Record Books: Highest Wind Speed Ever At Cheyenne Airport, 14,000 Lost Power
Thursdayâs windstorm was one for the record books with the highest wind speed ever recorded at the Cheyenne airport. Although 14,000 people lost power, it was restored quickly by linemen who dangled from cherry-pickers in the record-breaking winds.
Greg JohnsonMarch 13, 2026
