Trevor T. Trujillo, Author at Oil City News

NCSO: CRC escapee captured by local law enforcement

The Natrona County Sheriff's Office has announced that a suspect, who was identified as an escapee from a Natrona County work release program, has been taken back into custody.

04/15/21 4:44 PM

3 face felony charges after K9 sniff leads to suspected heroin, pharmaceuticals

Three suspects are facing drug-related felony charges, after law enforcement reported finding suspected heroin, along with controlled pharmaceuticals during a police search, assisted by a K9 unit.

04/15/21 4:13 PM

Oil City Police Calls (4/13/21 – 4/15/21)

Did you hear emergency sirens and wonder where they were headed? You can use our handy map and guide to find out more about Casper Police Department calls in the Oil City...

04/15/21 3:32 PM

Recent Arrests (4/14/21 – 4/15/21)

All of those cited or arrested are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filings from the Natrona County District Attorney’s Office.

04/15/21 9:45 AM

Recent Arrests (4/13/21 – 4/14/21)

All of those cited or arrested are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filings from the Natrona County District Attorney’s Office.

04/14/21 10:44 AM

New trees to honor the memory of departed community members

CASPER, Wyo — Casper residents have a unique way to honor departed friends and loved ones from Casper, when the City plants three new trees in a local park next... Read more »

04/13/21 3:57 PM

Recent Arrests (4/12/21 – 4/13/21)

All of those cited or arrested are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filings from the Natrona County District Attorney’s Office.

04/13/21 1:45 PM

Judge refuses to sequester jury in George Floyd murder case

The judge in the George Floyd murder case refused a defense request to immediately sequester the jury Monday, the morning after the killing of a Black man during a traffic stop triggered unrest in a suburb just outside Minneapolis.

04/12/21 10:08 AM

Daunte Wright death in Minnesota traffic stop sparks unrest

Daunte Wright died Sunday in a metropolitan area already on edge and midway through the trial of the first of four police officers charged in George Floyd's death.

04/12/21 10:03 AM

Police officer fired, accused of force in stop of Army officer

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — One of two police officers accused of pepper-spraying and pointing their guns at a Black Army officer during a traffic stop has since been fired, a... Read more »

04/12/21 9:53 AM

Truck seized over ‘munitions of war,’ 5 forgotten bullets

A one-time Republican candidate for Congress, Serrano recalled being surprised at his treatment at the border in September 2015.

04/12/21 9:49 AM

Recent Arrests (4/9/21 – 4/12/21)

All of those cited or arrested are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filings from the Natrona County District Attorney’s Office.

04/12/21 9:05 AM

Slick roads lead to crashes with injuries

The Casper Police Department is urging motorists to be careful Monday morning, as overnight snow has left the roads in slick conditions.

04/12/21 8:22 AM

Recent Births (3/30/21 – 4/5/21)

The recent births list is provided by Wyoming Medical Center and is published as received.

04/09/21 11:10 AM

Rapper-actor DMX, known for gruff delivery, dead at 50

The Grammy-nominated performer died after suffering "catastrophic cardiac arrest," according to the hospital in White Plains, New York, where he died. He was rushed there from his home April 2.

04/09/21 10:36 AM

UK mourns Prince Philip; leaders honor his service to queen

By DANICA KIRKA Associated Press LONDON (AP) — World leaders and people on the street honored Prince Philip’s life of service to his wife, Queen Elizabeth II, and the British... Read more »

04/09/21 9:09 AM

Recent Arrests (4/7/21 – 4/8/21)

Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them.

04/08/21 9:16 AM

Suspect accused of brandishing knife, drug possession

CASPER, Wyo. — A man was arrested after being accused of brandishing a knife at another person. Police also say that during the investigation, the man was found with suspected... Read more »

04/06/21 2:08 PM

Standoff suspect accused of pointing gun at multiple people, faces three Agg Assault charges

A suspect who was involved in a standoff with police on April 1, 2020 has been officially charged with four felonies in the case.

04/06/21 1:28 PM

Police respond to crash, public asked to avoid area

Police are asking citizens and visitors to avoid the area of East Second Street and Forest Drive in Casper. Officers report they are on the scene of a vehicle vs.... Read more »

04/05/21 10:29 AM

Recent Arrests (4/1/21 – 4/5/21)

Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them.

04/05/21 8:28 AM

Supreme Court dismisses case over Trump and Twitter critics

The court said there was nothing left to the case after Trump was permanently suspended from Twitter and ended his presidential term in January.

04/05/21 7:52 AM

AP-NORC poll: Border woes dent Biden approval on immigration

Overall, 40% of Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of children reaching the nation's southern border without their parents, compared with just 24% who approve.

04/05/21 7:04 AM

Trial in Floyd’s death expected to turn to ex-cop’s training

The trial of a former Minneapolis police officer in George Floyd's death is expected to turn toward the officer's training on Monday after a first week that was dominated by emotional testimony from eyewitnesses and devastating video of Floyd's arrest.

04/05/21 6:31 AM

New to DC, Buttigieg looks to build bridges with Biden plan

Biden on Thursday tasked Buttigieg and four other Cabinet members — the "Jobs Cabinet" — with selling the administration's infrastructure and climate plan, a flood of money for roads, bridges, airports, broadband communications, water systems and electric cars.

04/05/21 6:20 AM

Latest attack pushes US Capitol Police further toward crisis

Scores of officers are considering early retirement, top leaders have resigned and those in office face increasing criticism.

04/05/21 6:15 AM

Obituaries: Pappas Fordyce, Atkins

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04/05/21 6:04 AM

Man with gun killed after confrontation near Denver

A man was shot and killed in a confrontation with sheriff's deputies near Interstate 25 south of Denver, authorities said

04/05/21 5:22 AM

Man killed in powered paraglider crash near Boulder, CO

A man was killed after crashing his paraglider in a field in Colorado.

04/05/21 5:18 AM

Woman killed by ex-boyfriend in Utah grocer’s parking lot

OGDEN, Utah (AP) — Authorities in northern Utah say a 41-year-old woman was shot and killed in a grocery store parking lot by an ex-boyfriend who later shot himself following... Read more »

04/05/21 5:15 AM

Notre Dame’s rector: “15 or 20 years” needed for restoration

The rector of Notre Dame said Friday that the burned-out Paris cathedral and its esplanade could remain a building site for another "15 or 20 years."

04/02/21 6:44 PM

Casper PD releases info about Thursday standoff

The Casper Police Department has released a statement, detailing their involvement in an "active situation" that saw a small area of Casper closed off Thursday night.

04/02/21 3:23 PM

Prosecutors examine possible payments for sex in Gaetz probe

Federal prosecutors are examining whether Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz and a political ally who is facing sex trafficking allegations may have paid underage girls or offered them gifts in exchange for sex, two people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Friday.

04/02/21 3:00 PM

City of Casper: Parking lot at Morad Park closed Mon. & Tues.

The City of Casper has announced the closure of the parking lot at Morad Park for two days next week.

04/02/21 2:30 PM

Author: Trevor T. Trujillo

WHP: Jeffree Star and passenger were wearing seatbelts at time of crash

Oil City Police Calls (4/15/21 – 4/16/21)

Recent Births (4/5/21 – 4/12/21)

UPDATE: Jeffree Star confirmed in Casper Hospital following vehicle rollover

Recent Arrests (4/15/21 – 4/16/21)

Man faces felony after multiple suspected drugs found in vehicle

NCSO: CRC escapee captured by local law enforcement

3 face felony charges after K9 sniff leads to suspected heroin, pharmaceuticals

Oil City Police Calls (4/13/21 – 4/15/21)

Recent Arrests (4/14/21 – 4/15/21)

Recent Arrests (4/13/21 – 4/14/21)

New trees to honor the memory of departed community members

Recent Arrests (4/12/21 – 4/13/21)

Judge refuses to sequester jury in George Floyd murder case

Daunte Wright death in Minnesota traffic stop sparks unrest

Police officer fired, accused of force in stop of Army officer

Truck seized over ‘munitions of war,’ 5 forgotten bullets

Recent Arrests (4/9/21 – 4/12/21)

Slick roads lead to crashes with injuries

Recent Births (3/30/21 – 4/5/21)

Rapper-actor DMX, known for gruff delivery, dead at 50

UK mourns Prince Philip; leaders honor his service to queen

Recent Arrests (4/7/21 – 4/8/21)

Suspect accused of brandishing knife, drug possession

Standoff suspect accused of pointing gun at multiple people, faces three Agg Assault charges

Police respond to crash, public asked to avoid area

Recent Arrests (4/1/21 – 4/5/21)

Supreme Court dismisses case over Trump and Twitter critics

AP-NORC poll: Border woes dent Biden approval on immigration

Trial in Floyd’s death expected to turn to ex-cop’s training

New to DC, Buttigieg looks to build bridges with Biden plan

Latest attack pushes US Capitol Police further toward crisis

Obituaries: Pappas Fordyce, Atkins

Man with gun killed after confrontation near Denver

Man killed in powered paraglider crash near Boulder, CO

Woman killed by ex-boyfriend in Utah grocer’s parking lot

Notre Dame’s rector: “15 or 20 years” needed for restoration

Casper PD releases info about Thursday standoff

Prosecutors examine possible payments for sex in Gaetz probe

City of Casper: Parking lot at Morad Park closed Mon. & Tues.

Crime

Crime

Weekly arrest report (4/9/21-4/16/21)

Four Sikhs among victims of Indianapolis mass shooting

Casper Police execute search warrant downtown Friday night

Oil City Police Calls (4/15/21 – 4/16/21)

Recent Arrests (4/15/21 – 4/16/21)

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Young, Scerbo, Galovich

Obituaries: Moore, Perea, Ayers, Biamon

AP source: Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff dies in prison

Obituaries: Hanson-Sevon, Kamish

Obituaries: Strausner, Ridgeway, Grosenheider

Community

Community

(PHOTOS) Donor Dash 5K brings stories of lives touched by organ and tissue donation

County advises of washout on Smokey Gap Road near Midwest

Casper College T-Bird Trek returns Sept 12 with two half-marathon options, 5K, and 10K

Scott Rudin will ‘step back’ after allegations of bullying

UW profs narrate PBS doc on ‘Wizard of Oz’ author Baum’s life and characters

Wyoming

Arts

UW profs narrate PBS doc on ‘Wizard of Oz’ author Baum’s life and characters

Central Wyo temps climb through Sunday; near-record cold and more snow on Monday

NCSD to discuss face mask variance at special meeting Monday

Gardeners encouraged to grow extra to fight hunger in Wyoming

Gordon says Biden oil and gas policies discriminate against ‘the people of Wyoming’

Promoted

Education

UW at Casper’s Newest Faculty Member

UW at Casper’s New BAS Program Director

Meet Derek – One of Jason’s Friends

Local Casper company featured in LAND Magazine

The GEO Group seeks applicants for Security Officer positions

Galleries

Backstory

Backstory: When a beloved, aging Casper school was sacrificed for a midcentury masterpiece

Creators of alley photo shoot featuring topless models aim to spotlight rape culture, double-standards