Author: John Roedel

Storms could bring ping pong ball-sized hail to SE Wyoming on Saturday

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The National Weather Severe in Cheyenne says that thunderstorms associated with a cold front are possible southeastern Wyoming Saturday afternoon, primarily between 3pm-8pm. According to the NWS,... Read more »

05/22/20 3:30 PM

UW athletics announce clear bag policy starting next fall for home events

05/21/20 2:11 PM

Wyoming Department of Corrections announces new administration and warden assignments

05/21/20 10:55 AM

‘Sean Curtis and the Divide’ to perform ‘drive-in’ concert Saturday in Cheyenne

05/21/20 10:04 AM

Cheyenne man accused of Aggravated Child Abuse Against an infant following arrest

05/19/20 4:30 PM

Denver’s Water World to remain closed for 2020 summer season

05/19/20 1:18 PM

Details released in Cheyenne domestic homicide investigation

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Court documents released by Laramie County Circuit court have shed light on an alleged homicide that is under investigation by the Laramie County Sheriff’s Department. Officials have... Read more »

05/18/20 2:48 PM

Laramie County School District #1 issues statement on teacher suspected of homicide

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Laramie County School District #1 has released a statement to the media in relation to the report that one of their teachers has been charged with 2nd-degree... Read more »

05/18/20 11:21 AM

WYDOT: Crash on I-25 near Wheatland is blocking northbound lane

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation says that a crash on I25 near Wheatland has blocked the northbound lane. Officials with the WYDOT advise that the accident occurred... Read more »

05/18/20 11:03 AM

Animal Cruelty charges pending following report of children throwing cat off of balcony in Cheyenne

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Cheyenne Animal Control says that their officers and the officers from the police department were called to the scene of an apartment building on Sunday, May 10... Read more »

05/15/20 3:51 PM

Enzi, Barrasso advocate for meat and poultry bill to help consumers amid COVID-19

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – U.S. Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso both R-Wyo., announced that they sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., and Senate Minority Leader Chuck... Read more »

05/12/20 1:57 PM

Details released in chase, crash, and arrest near Cheyenne

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A 52-year old man was placed in custody and now faces multiple felony charges after leading authorities on a high-speed pursuit on May 7th, 2020. The Laramie... Read more »

05/11/20 2:17 PM

Cheyenne man arrested, accused of stealing nude photos from cell phone

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A 44-year-old man was arrested by the Cheyenne Police Department after being accused of offering to repair a cell phone and then stealing multiple intimate photos. Court... Read more »

05/11/20 11:01 AM

Enzi seeks clarification on efforts to develop new tests for COVID-19

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – During a Senate health committee hearing today, U.S. Senator Mike Enzi, R-Wyo., stressed the importance of developing new testing in order to combat COVID-19. The hearing, which... Read more »

05/07/20 3:35 PM

I-25 between Cheyenne and Colorado state line closed due to crash

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The National Weather Service in Cheyenne tweeted that a crash on I-25 has caused all lanes to be blocked southbound between Cheyenne & the Colorado State Line... Read more »

05/07/20 1:55 PM

Cheyenne man faces Felony Strangulation and Property Destruction Charges following arrest

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A 30-year old man was arrested by the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office on May 5th after he allegedly attacked and strangled another person in a residence in... Read more »

05/07/20 12:09 PM

Cheyenne man arrested for Arson after allegedly starting apartment fire

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A suspect was arrested by the Cheyenne Police Department after reportedly telling authorities that he set fire to his apartment complex because he was “tired of his... Read more »

05/05/20 12:55 PM

Catholic Diocese of Cheyenne offers update to their COVID-19 response

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – On Monday, May 4th, 2020 the Roman Catholic Diocese of Cheyenne issued a statement from Bishop Steven Biegler, that offered an update to the Catholic Diocese of... Read more »

05/04/20 1:12 PM

Health Officer: The safe path ahead involves ‘measured actions’

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Wyoming State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist said during a press conference on Friday, May 1st, said that “the safe path ahead will involve taking measured actions.”... Read more »

05/01/20 4:10 PM

Man faces multiple charges following a high-speed pursuit on I-80

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A 23- year old man was placed in custody by the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office following a high-speed pursuit that began on I-80 and ended in a... Read more »

04/30/20 5:09 PM

Gordon: No date has been set for reopening national parks

CHEYENNE, Wyo. During his April 30th live press briefing, Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said that no date has been issued yet for reopening of Grand Teton or Yellowstone national parks.... Read more »

04/30/20 4:00 PM

Man charged with Attempted Murder in 2010 Cheyenne triple-shooting

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Laramie County Sheriff’s office says that a 29-year old man has been taken into custody and now faces multiple felonies in relation to a triple-shooting that... Read more »

04/24/20 12:10 PM

I-80 between Cheyenne and Laramie could see 60 mph wind gusts tonight

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a high wind warning for portions of southeastern Laramie County, which include the segment of I-80 between Laramie and... Read more »

04/22/20 4:31 PM

Human bones uncovered during backyard dig in Cheyenne

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Human remains, believed to be from a 19th century burial site, have been uncovered in residential backyard of Wyoming’s capital city. The Cheyenne Police Department announced that... Read more »

04/22/20 11:45 AM

21-year old man who ‘wanted to go to jail’ arrested for property destruction

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A 21-year old man has been arrested after admitting to law enforcement that he threw a rock through a business window because he wanted to go to... Read more »

04/21/20 5:11 PM

Cheyenne pastor reminds community to focus on hope and kindness as churches limit access during pandemic

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – As many churches around the world remain closed due to COVID-19, Father Tom Cronkleton, of Holy Trinity Parish in Cheyenne, Wyoming, offers an honest reflection on the... Read more »

04/12/20 2:30 PM

CFD officials say that they are ‘still on track’ for 124th Daddy of em All

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – According to event officials, the 2020 Cheyenne Frontier Days is still set to take place in July. Via a media release on Monday, March 17th, 2020, Nicole... Read more »

03/16/20 3:28 PM

UW extends spring break for students amid coronavirus concerns

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Acting University of Wyoming president Neil Theobald, sent an email to the student community to inform them that their spring break will be extended an extra week... Read more »

03/12/20 2:08 PM

President Trump’s rally in Colorado Springs tonight now includes Vice President Pence

The campaign rally for President Trump’s reelection efforts taking place in Colorado Springs, Colorado this evening has a new headliner to be included on the stage: Vice President Mike Pence. The... Read more »

02/20/20 2:22 PM

Author: John Roedel

Storms could bring ping pong ball-sized hail to SE Wyoming on Saturday

UW athletics announce clear bag policy starting next fall for home events

Wyoming Department of Corrections announces new administration and warden assignments

‘Sean Curtis and the Divide’ to perform ‘drive-in’ concert Saturday in Cheyenne

Cheyenne man accused of Aggravated Child Abuse Against an infant following arrest

Denver’s Water World to remain closed for 2020 summer season

Details released in Cheyenne domestic homicide investigation

Laramie County School District #1 issues statement on teacher suspected of homicide

WYDOT: Crash on I-25 near Wheatland is blocking northbound lane

Animal Cruelty charges pending following report of children throwing cat off of balcony in Cheyenne

Enzi, Barrasso advocate for meat and poultry bill to help consumers amid COVID-19

Details released in chase, crash, and arrest near Cheyenne

Cheyenne man arrested, accused of stealing nude photos from cell phone

Enzi seeks clarification on efforts to develop new tests for COVID-19

I-25 between Cheyenne and Colorado state line closed due to crash

Cheyenne man faces Felony Strangulation and Property Destruction Charges following arrest

Cheyenne man arrested for Arson after allegedly starting apartment fire

Catholic Diocese of Cheyenne offers update to their COVID-19 response

Health Officer: The safe path ahead involves ‘measured actions’

Man faces multiple charges following a high-speed pursuit on I-80

Gordon: No date has been set for reopening national parks

Man charged with Attempted Murder in 2010 Cheyenne triple-shooting

I-80 between Cheyenne and Laramie could see 60 mph wind gusts tonight

Human bones uncovered during backyard dig in Cheyenne

21-year old man who ‘wanted to go to jail’ arrested for property destruction

Cheyenne pastor reminds community to focus on hope and kindness as churches limit access during pandemic

CFD officials say that they are ‘still on track’ for 124th Daddy of em All

UW extends spring break for students amid coronavirus concerns

President Trump’s rally in Colorado Springs tonight now includes Vice President Pence

Crime

Crime

Police investigating weekend homicide in Cheyenne

Woman charged with felony theft, accused of taking family rings

Woman arrested after short foot chase

Oil City Police Calls (5/20/20 – 5/22/20)

Green River Police seek suspect identity in burglary

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Helzer, Doll, Thompson, Hunnicutt, Phillips

KWHS grad, Idaho deputy sheriff dies in line of duty

Ken Osmond, Eddie Haskell on ‘Leave It to Beaver,’ dies

Obituaries: Foreman, Humphrey, Clark (Dringmann)

Obituaries: Melissakis, King

Community

Community

Evansville teenager missing since May 13 found safe

WDH: 23 new COVID-19 cases reported in Wyoming Sunday

Natrona County Assessor’s Office to open Tuesday; property tax appeal deadline May 29

NWS: Cooler temps and isolated thunderstorms today; sunny on Monday

Smaller classes, online reservations new norm as gyms reopen

Wyoming

Crime

Police investigating weekend homicide in Cheyenne

National parks hope visitors comply with virus measures

Lose ‘the entire payroll’? Dire budget choices loom for state

Grocery aid available for Wyoming families who qualify for free and reduced school lunches

Sarah Call of Cody named Special Olympics Wyoming’s 2020 Coach of the Year

Promoted

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This video is a MUST WATCH for all Wyoming kids

A Wyoming Nursing Experience – Containing the New Coronavirus

Casper-based degree program increasing its numbers throughout state

Child Support and Graduation – What Now?

Your grad here: honoring the class of 2020 on Oil City News

Galleries

Breaking News

Photos: Wings Across Wyoming flies low over Casper as dozens gather

Photos: Visiting animals spark joy for assisted living residents

Honk to say Amen: Mills church adapts to COVID-19 era (Photo Gallery)

Photo Gallery: Saturday Casper Cruise packs parking lots on CY Ave.

Backstory: Casper Drive-In Theaters did social distancing before it was cool

National/World

AP

Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings

Smaller classes, online reservations new norm as gyms reopen

States’ reporting of virus testing data leads to confusion

New study suggests people who re-test positive for COVID-19 aren’t infectious

Rural areas, tribal lands hit hardest by census interruption