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Interstate 80 reopens after days-long closures

CASPER, Wyo. – Traffic is finally moving along I-80 on Monday afternoon after full and rolling closures stranded travelers for days. Closures started on Friday as high winds caused blowing... Read more »

02/17/20 3:54 PM

High winds, blowing snow mostly shuts down I-80 in Wyoming

After a weekend of miserable travel conditions, Interstate 80 from Evanston to Pine Bluffs is still experiencing lane closures as of 5:30 a.m., according to WYDOT. The closures have occurred... Read more »

02/17/20 5:31 AM

NWS: Snow will taper off by late morning, breezes return

CASPER, Wyo. – A mild storm brought more snow to Natrona County overnight. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, snow started Sunday night and will continue off and... Read more »

02/17/20 5:07 AM

Casper PD investigating two deaths on E. 27th Street

CASPER, Wyo. — Information has been released by the Casper Police Department about an ongoing investigation being conducted on Casper’s East 27th Street. An increased police presence was observed during... Read more »

02/16/20 10:27 AM

NWS: 90 mph gust recorded at Outer Drive in Casper on Friday

CASPER, Wyo. – Casper holds the honor of having the highest gust recorded on Valentine’s Day of 2020. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, a 90 mph gust... Read more »

02/15/20 9:33 AM

Amid coronavirus fears, a second wave of flu hits US kids

By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer NEW YORK (AP) — A second wave of flu is hitting the U.S., turning this into one of the nastiest seasons for children in... Read more »

02/14/20 4:33 PM

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Casper College homecoming festivities to include revival of pep band and fight song

CASPER, Wyo. – This Saturday the Casper College Alumni Association will be hosting the annual homecoming festivities at the “Swede” Erickson Thunderbird Gymnasium, on the South end of the college... Read more »

02/14/20 12:58 PM

States including Idaho and Wyoming to study big game range land

CASPER, Wyo. — Eleven states have been awarded a grant to study large game migration, according to the US Department of the Interior States that received grants are Wyoming, Idaho,... Read more »

02/14/20 12:38 PM

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Where it began: a local runner’s journey to the Casper Marathon

Editor’s Note: Over the course of the next several months, Oil City News will be publishing a special community blog from first-time marathoner Glenn Januska. Glenn is planning to “run... Read more »

02/14/20 9:59 AM

‘Extreme Blow Over Risk’ on I-25, Outer Drive and I-80

CASPER, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has issued extreme blow over risk alerts on many highways in central Wyoming today. According to WYDOT, as of 8:45 a.m.... Read more »

02/14/20 8:47 AM

NWS: 65 mph gusts possible in Casper today

CASPER, Wyo. – If you feel like your heart’s aflutter this Valentine’s Day, the cause may be wind-related. The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for southern Fremont... Read more »

02/14/20 5:29 AM

Wyoming bill to increase agriculture fees could raise $506,925 each year for the state

CASPER, Wyo. — A bill which would raise some agriculture fees in Wyoming would generate an estimated $506,925 in additional revenue for the state each year. The Wyoming House of... Read more »

02/13/20 4:13 PM

UW Police: Crash shows importance of clearing windows of snow and ice

CASPER, Wyo. — Officials with the University of Wyoming Police Department are reminding Wyoming residents and visitors to clear off any snow or ice that might obstruct your view while... Read more »

02/13/20 11:10 AM

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/12/20 – 2/13/20)

CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Casper Police Department Incident Summary Report and Map is provided by the Casper Police Department and is published as a public service to our... Read more »

02/13/20 10:43 AM

‘Dinner and a Laugh’ shows set for Valentine’s Day weekend at new downtown Casper venue (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — “Occasions by Cory” will be hosting their first public events at their new downtown event venue in Casper this Valentine’s Day weekend. The Friday “Dinner and a... Read more »

02/13/20 10:19 AM

Police spotlight three drug and alcohol related crashes from Tuesday night (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department highlighted three separate crashes that happened in one night earlier this week, and pointed out that all of the crashes were alcohol related.... Read more »

02/13/20 9:41 AM

I-25 open with black ice warnings after Wednesday weather

CASPER, Wyo. – Black ice advisories are in effect on parts of I-25 in Casper and Chugwater on Thursday morning after a quick storm made its way through the state... Read more »

02/13/20 8:55 AM

Record-setting Montana astronaut feels good after near year in space

By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s new record-setting astronaut said Wednesday that aside from sore muscles and trouble with balance, she’s readjusting well to... Read more »

02/12/20 4:40 PM

Details released in Wednesday I-25 crash (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — Casper Police have released information surrounding a crash that closed both directions of travel on I-25, for several hours February 12, 2020. Around 11:30 am Wednesday, a... Read more »

02/12/20 4:27 PM

Casper StartUp Challenge winners apply for seed funds

CASPER, Wyo. — The three winning companies from the 2019 Casper Start-Up Challenge have applied for their share of the $50,000 Casper Start-Up Challenge seed fund. University of Wyoming officials... Read more »

02/12/20 3:44 PM

Speaker to share experiences growing up on Autism spectrum with Casper

The Natrona County Library will be hosting a speaker, who will share his experiences in growing up on the Autistic spectrum. Eric D. Zimmerman will speak about his life and... Read more »

02/12/20 3:18 PM

STOMP Casper tickets on sale Friday

STOMP will stop at the Casper Events Center in Caspe on Tuesday, April 28th at 7:00 pm. From its beginnings as a street performance in the UK, STOMP has grown into an... Read more »

02/12/20 3:07 PM

I-25 reopens after Wednesday crash

UPDATE 4:30 pm 2/12/20 – Details have been released by Casper PD surrounding this crash, and others. Some injuries have been reported to separate but related crashes this morning. Full... Read more »

02/12/20 2:48 PM

WMC releases most popular baby names for 2019

CASPER, Wyo. — What was the most popular name for babies born at Wyoming Medical Center in 2019? WMC has released the top names for newborns in the area, as... Read more »

02/12/20 2:43 PM

4 impaired drivers arrested; 240 stopped over Super Bowl

CASPER, Wyo – Natrona County law enforcement stopped 240 vehicles and arrested 4 impaired drivers; as part of a county-wide, multi-agency Impaired Driving Enforcement Operation over Super Bowl weekend. “While... Read more »

02/12/20 2:03 PM

Portion of I-25 still closed after Wednesday crash

02/12/20 1:41 PM

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/11/20 – 2/12/20)

CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Casper Police Department Incident Summary Report and Map is provided by the Casper Police Department and is published as a public service to our... Read more »

02/12/20 1:17 PM

Snow continues this afternoon, clear skies and cold temperatures this week

CASPER, Wyo. — A 50 percent chance of snow continues into this afternoon, after the morning hours already saw significant snowfall in Casper and Natrona County. Mostly cloudy conditions expected... Read more »

02/12/20 11:50 AM

Snow removal on Casper Mountain Road leads to daylong work and partial closures

CASPER, Wyo. — Crews with the Wyoming Department of Transportation are advising of probable closures and delays, as they attempt to cleanup Casper Mountain Road. “WYDOT will work on snow... Read more »

02/12/20 11:40 AM

Senate Labor Committee approves legislation that track Wyomingites’ prescription purchases

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Senate’s Joint Labor Committee on Wednesday, Feb. 12, discussed a bill that would aim to address opioid abuse across the state. SF 77 is an... Read more »

02/12/20 10:02 AM

Cancer Survivor Wellness Group Hosting an Open House

Casper, WY, – Healing Hands Wellness Group, which serves cancer survivors at any stage of diagnosis, invites the community to an open house on February 22nd, 2020, at 11am at... Read more »

02/12/20 9:10 AM

Health department looking to replace generator to protect vaccines

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department store some vaccines which need to be kept at cold temperatures. The generator at the health department led to numerous power outages... Read more »

02/11/20 5:50 PM

Wyoming House consider eliminating exceptions for registered sex offenders on school grounds

CASPER, Wyo. — People who are registered sex offenders in Wyoming are barred from entering school facilities or loitering within 1,000 feet of school grounds. However, there are several exceptions... Read more »

02/11/20 3:54 PM

Recent Arrests (2/10/20 – 2/11/20)

CASPER, Wyo. — 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... Read more »

02/11/20 2:09 PM

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/10/20 – 2/11/20)

CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Casper Police Department Incident Summary Report and Map is provided by the Casper Police Department and is published as a public service to our... Read more »

02/11/20 1:32 PM

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Community

Interstate 80 reopens after days-long closures

Photos: 2020 API Chili Cook-Off heats up Casper (Updated with results)

Coroner releases names of deceased in East 27th Street investigation

Daytona 500 resumes without president, pomp or packed house

Nelly plans April Casper Events Center visit with 4/2020 Spring Fest (VIDEO)

Rain postpones Daytona 500, dampening event, Trump’s visit

High winds, blowing snow mostly shuts down I-80 in Wyoming

NWS: Snow will taper off by late morning, breezes return

Casper PD investigating two deaths on E. 27th Street

NWS: 90 mph gust recorded at Outer Drive in Casper on Friday

Amid coronavirus fears, a second wave of flu hits US kids

Casper College homecoming festivities to include revival of pep band and fight song

States including Idaho and Wyoming to study big game range land

Where it began: a local runner’s journey to the Casper Marathon

‘Extreme Blow Over Risk’ on I-25, Outer Drive and I-80

NWS: 65 mph gusts possible in Casper today

Wyoming bill to increase agriculture fees could raise $506,925 each year for the state

UW Police: Crash shows importance of clearing windows of snow and ice

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/12/20 – 2/13/20)

‘Dinner and a Laugh’ shows set for Valentine’s Day weekend at new downtown Casper venue (PHOTOS)

Police spotlight three drug and alcohol related crashes from Tuesday night (PHOTOS)

I-25 open with black ice warnings after Wednesday weather

Record-setting Montana astronaut feels good after near year in space

Details released in Wednesday I-25 crash (PHOTOS)

Casper StartUp Challenge winners apply for seed funds

Speaker to share experiences growing up on Autism spectrum with Casper

STOMP Casper tickets on sale Friday

I-25 reopens after Wednesday crash

WMC releases most popular baby names for 2019

4 impaired drivers arrested; 240 stopped over Super Bowl

Portion of I-25 still closed after Wednesday crash

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/11/20 – 2/12/20)

Snow continues this afternoon, clear skies and cold temperatures this week

Snow removal on Casper Mountain Road leads to daylong work and partial closures

Senate Labor Committee approves legislation that track Wyomingites’ prescription purchases

Cancer Survivor Wellness Group Hosting an Open House

Health department looking to replace generator to protect vaccines

Wyoming House consider eliminating exceptions for registered sex offenders on school grounds

Recent Arrests (2/10/20 – 2/11/20)

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/10/20 – 2/11/20)

Crime

City

Coroner releases names of deceased in East 27th Street investigation

Man accused of fleeing police with toddler in car

Weekly Arrests (2/7/20 – 2/14/20)

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/13/20 – 2/14/20)

Laramie man recommended for charges of Aggravated Assault and Battery

Obituaries

Breaking News

Obituaries: Reynolds, Smith, Humes, Jr., Richter

Obituaries: Knapp, Mills, Culbertson, Sander

Actor-comedian Orson Bean, 91, hit and killed by car in LA

Obituaries: Lance, Nicely, Hand

Kirk Douglas, longtime influential movie star, dies at 103

Wyoming

Latest News

Wyoming Senate continue to push nicotine age verification bill

Soaring IT costs stand out as Wyoming Senate take up budget talks

Wyoming House eye budget barometer: severance tax revenue down $600 million compared with 2013-2014

Wyoming Senate sends ‘needy person’ bill to House, would affect rights to a public defender

‘Rainy day’ bill allowing counties to save special tax revenues moving in the Wyoming House

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Casper College

Casper College homecoming festivities to include revival of pep band and fight song

Where it began: a local runner’s journey to the Casper Marathon

St. Anthony Tri-Parish Catholic School – Faith, Knowledge, Service

The easiest way to realize your New Year’s resolution

Kate Score, M.D., To Begin Family Practice At Cole Creek Primary Care

Galleries

Breaking News

Photos: 2020 API Chili Cook-Off heats up Casper (Updated with results)

Gallery: Wyoming legislators return to the restored historic Capitol

Photos: Casper virtually shut down as blizzard slams state

Hidden Casper: Long-lost Chevy relics appear during Nolan renovation

Paradise Valley DLI students celebrate ‘Year of the Rat’ (PHOTOS)

National/World

AP

Virginia lawmakers reject assault weapon ban

Daytona 500 resumes without president, pomp or packed house