Wyoming election and public officials have been split on how to respond to one local resident’s mayoral campaign. Cap City News investigated.
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‘RIP V-I-C’: Cheyenne AI mayoral candidate likely violating software policy, developer says
Victor Miller plans to use artificial intelligence to run the city of Cheyenne. But developer OpenAI says he can’t use their software.
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Yes, artificial intelligence is running for mayor of Cheyenne; city, county clerks comment on candidate VIC
VIC, or Virtual Integrated Citizen, promises to be “attuned to the needs and desires of Cheyenne’s residents.” But is AI qualified to appear on an election ballot?
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Dutch Bros Coffee to open first Wyoming location in Cheyenne this summer
The drive-thru coffee location will open at an unspecified time this coming summer.
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Cheyenne high schools awarded over $1M each from local philanthropist’s estate
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The estate of a Wyoming philanthropist and businessman has donated millions of dollars to Laramie County School District 1 to uplift high school sports. On Monday night, […]
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USPS pauses restructuring after pressure from Sen. Lummis
WASHINGTON, D.C. — United States Postal Service Postmaster General Louis DeJoy agreed to pause the planned changes to the mail delivery network that would have closed the Cheyenne and Casper […]
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University of Wyoming shutters DEI Office; vice provost position to be created
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming announced Friday that it is closing its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Office. The announcement of the office closure came via a university news […]
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Dept. of Health identifies uncommon bacterial illness in Laramie County dog; here’s what to know about leptospirosis
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health Lab announced Wednesday that it recently identified an uncommon bacterial infection in a Laramie County dog. Both pets and humans can become […]
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Attorney General Bridget Hill backs amicus brief supporting Trump’s Supreme Court presidential immunity case
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost submitted the legal document to the high court, with Hill and Alaska AG Treg Taylor included listed as additional counsel.
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Wyoming food pantries experiencing heightened need over last 18 months; families state what the help means to them
Close to 10% of Laramie County residents are food insecure. Many are seeking assistance from local food shelters such as St. Joseph’s Food Pantry in Cheyenne.
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Gordon signs bills amending state mental health assistance, child welfare
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — On Thursday, Gov. Mark Gordon approved several more bills to come out of the state Legislature during a public signing inside the Governor’s Ceremonial Conference Room. He […]
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Cheyenne Frontier Days releases 2024 concert lineup; tickets on sale March 14
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Performers such as Jelly Roll, Machine Gun Kelly and Lainey Wilson are penciled in to appear at Cheyenne Frontier Days this coming summer. On Thursday night, CFD […]
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Motorcyclist dies at hospital following Friday collision
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — At approximately 5:30 p.m. Friday, Cheyenne police officers were dispatched to a vehicle accident involving a motorcycle near the 3600 block of East Lincolnway. The motorcyclist sustained […]
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Cheyenne leaders consider paid parking downtown, discuss safety in garage structures
The last town hall meeting held to discuss parking in downtown Cheyenne was in August 2022.
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Gordon issues line-item vetoes to Secretary Gray’s ESG investing rules
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — After careful review of a rules package proposed by Secretary of State Chuck Gray on Environmental, Social, and Governance investment disclosure and consent, Gov. Mark Gordon has […]
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Wildfire southwest of Cheyenne closes I-25 traffic along Wyoming–Colorado state border
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Multiple interstate routes out of Cheyenne are closed to traffic as of noon Saturday due to a wildfire and high winds. The Wyoming Department of Transportation announced […]
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Mental health task force bill sees support in Legislature introduction
If the bill is signed into law, the task force would be allowed to operate up until Dec. 31, 2024.
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Dunn Avenue shooting in Cheyenne leaves man dead, 2 others injured
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Thursday afternoon, Cheyenne police responded to a shooting on the 3300 block of Dunn Avenue. One victim has died and two others have sustained gunshot wounds. Around […]
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Statewide police accountability legislation moves to committee after first reading
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Looking at enhancing transparency and accountability within law enforcement, the Wyoming Legislature has unanimously advanced House Bill 0031. Sponsored by the Joint Judiciary Interim Committee, the bill […]
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USPS is considering shifting Cheyenne’s mail processes to Denver. Some Wyoming officials think it’s a bad idea.
The governor, secretary of state and a senator believe the decision could spell trouble for Wyomingites.
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Quaker recalls many granola, cereal products due to salmonella; Dept. of Health cautions residents
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne-Laramie County Public Health issued a statement to residents Tuesday concerning the Quaker Oats Company’s recent recall of granola and cereal products. On Friday, the Quaker Oats […]
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Salmonella linked to cantaloupe reported in Wyoming: Here’s a list of recalled brands, illness symptoms
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A salmonella infection linked to cantaloupe consumption has been detected in Wyoming. Hundreds of illnesses, hospitalizations and even deaths have been reported in connection to tainted fruits […]
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Perseverance, unity shine a light at Wyoming Capitol’s annual Hanukkah celebration
Despite centuries of oppression and violence, Jewish people worldwide continue to have faith in brightness for the future.
