Crime

Police: Shooter dead after killing 3, wounding 4 in series of Chicago-area attacks Saturday

January 10, 2020 CHICAGO (AP) — A man killed three people and wounded four others in a series of shootings over roughly four hours that started on Chicago’s South Side... Read more »

01/10/21 10:50 AM

Police announce arrest of man in felony Child Abuse case

According the the Rawlins PD, Nathon Gallant, age 29, was arrested and charged with a felony count of Aggravated Child Abuse.

01/08/21 3:14 PM

Oil City Police Calls (1/7/21 – 1/8/21)

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...

01/08/21 12:29 PM

Recent Arrests (1/7/20 – 1/8/20)

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.

01/08/21 9:15 AM

Cheyenne man arrested after shots fired

CHEYENNE, Wyo.— On Wednesday, January 6th at approximately 2:30 p.m. Cheyenne Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired in the area of McFarland Ave. According to a release... Read more »

01/07/21 10:42 AM

Recent Arrests (1/6/21 – 1/7/21)

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.

01/07/21 8:41 AM

KW student arrested after allegedly bringing gun to school

UPDATE: This story has been updated with further information from the Natrona County School District. CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department have arrested a juvenile Kelly Walsh High School... Read more »

01/06/21 1:00 PM

Oil City Police Calls (1/5/21 – 1/6/21)

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...

01/06/21 12:13 PM

Two arrested after cocaine, marijuana found during search

CASPER, Wyo. — Two men were arrested and transported to jail after a search of their vehicle, hotel room, and persons was reported to yield suspected cocaine and marijuana as... Read more »

01/06/21 10:15 AM

Cheyenne Police investigating after driver fires on pedestrian

Cheyenne PD turned to social media early Tuesday Morning, Jan. 6, 2021, at approximately 12:50 am, asking for the public's help identifying individuals from a surveillance video image.

01/06/21 9:46 AM

Recent Arrests (1/5/21 – 1/6/21)

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....

01/06/21 8:21 AM

Most pass, some fail in additional round of alcohol compliance checks

The Casper Police Department says that the majority of liquor establishments visited during a recent alcohol compliance check passed the examination.

01/06/21 8:15 AM

Death-row exoneree and ‘lifelong conservative’ to share story with Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — Ron Keine is a “lifelong conservative Republican” who was sentenced to death after being wrongfully convicted of the murder, rape and kidnapping of a University of New... Read more »

01/05/21 2:33 PM

Man accused of threatening to ‘shoot up’ Cheyenne VA

A 33-year old Cheyenne man was arrested by law enforcement after it was alleged that he threatened to open fire on the Veterans Affairs Hospital.

01/05/21 12:24 PM

Yellowstone ‘treasure hunter’ pleads guilty; found digging in cemetery

CASPER, Wyo. — A man searching for the treasure of Forrest Fenn has plead guilty to multiple charges stemming from activities surrounding his search for the treasure in Yellowstone National... Read more »

01/05/21 11:04 AM

Oil City Police Calls (1/4/21 – 1/5/21)

For privacy reasons, exact addresses and certain types of calls may not be included or certain calls may have some information withheld.

01/05/21 10:13 AM

Name released of suspect who set fire to car at Herschler Buildings in Cheyenne

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A 41-year old man was arrested on Saturday, January 2nd, 2021 by the Wyoming Highway Patrol after it was alleged that he set fire to a vehicle... Read more »

01/05/21 5:28 AM

PETA adds to reward in Wyoming grizzly bear poaching case

CASPER, Wyo. — The “People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals” (PETA) are offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information in a grizzly bear poaching case in Wyoming.... Read more »

01/04/21 12:35 PM

Oil City Police Calls (12/31/20 – 1/4/20)

The CPD Incident Summary Report contains information about the time, approximate location, and nature of a law enforcement call; as the call was first received.

01/04/21 11:06 AM

Recent Arrests (12/31/20 – 1/4/21)

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.

01/04/21 10:59 AM

Wisconsin hospital worker arrested for spoiled vaccine doses

By TODD RICHMOND Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Authorities arrested a suburban Milwaukee pharmacist Thursday suspected of deliberately ruining hundreds of doses of coronavirus vaccine by removing them from... Read more »

01/01/21 10:04 AM

Oil City Police Calls (12/28/20 – 12/31/20)

The CPD Incident Summary Report contains information about the time, approximate location, and nature of a law enforcement call; as the call was first received.

12/31/20 11:02 AM

Recent Arrests (12/30/20 – 12/31/20)

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 »

12/31/20 10:52 AM

Recent Arrests (12/29/20 – 12/30/20)

All of those cited or arrested are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law.

12/30/20 9:14 AM

Rock Springs officers use non-lethal measures to restrain armed suspect

News Desk-Sweetwater Now December 28, 2020 ROCK SPRINGS — The Rock Springs Police Department (RSPD) responded to a physical disturbance call and wound up having to use non-lethal techniques to gain... Read more »

12/29/20 3:00 PM

PHOTOS: Casper PD allege suspect threatened ‘suicide by cop’ during ‘dangerous stand-off’

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department have released details regarding what they describe as a “dangerous stand-off situation” that began on Monday afternoon. Casper PD said Tuesday that Jackie... Read more »

12/29/20 2:11 PM

Recent Arrests (12/28/20 – 12/29/20)

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.

12/29/20 8:30 AM

Most liquor sellers pass city compliance check

The Casper Police Department says that the majority of liquor establishments visited during a recent alcohol compliance check passed the examination. Casper Police Department has told Oil City during past... Read more »

12/29/20 8:02 AM

Public asked to avoid scene of active investigation in central Casper

Update: One man is in custody, according to police. No one was injured. CASPER, Wyo — The Casper Police Department is conducting an active investigation Monday night, Dec. 28, and... Read more »

12/28/20 7:18 PM

Casper PD seeks information on October Hit and Run

CASPER, Wyo — The Casper Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance to solve a Hit and Run crime. Police said a black Mitsubishi Outlander was hit by an... Read more »

12/28/20 4:07 PM

Stolen gun found in vehicle search, suspected heroin and meth also found

Casper Police are saying that a stolen firearm, as well as suspected meth and heroin were all found in a vehicle search that has led to the arrest of two individuals.

12/28/20 3:34 PM

Suspect accused of damaging vehicle in collision outside of strip club

The suspect in the case was identified as Natrona County resident Sonny Pilcher. He has been charged with felony Property Damage.

12/28/20 3:01 PM

Suspect in custody in Christmas Eve homicide investigation near Pavilion

CASPER, Wyo — The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) announced Monday it is investigating a homicide that took place near Pavilion Christmas Eve. According the release, the sheriff’s office responded... Read more »

12/28/20 12:10 PM

As COVID-19 ravages US, shootings, killings are also up

By COREY WILLIAMS Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — When Andre Avery drives his commercial truck through Detroit, he keeps his pistol close. Avery, 57, grew up in the Motor City... Read more »

12/28/20 10:44 AM

Oil City Police Calls (12/22/20 – 12/28/20)

For privacy reasons, exact addresses and certain types of calls may not be included or certain calls may have some information withheld.

12/28/20 10:38 AM

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Crime

Police: Shooter dead after killing 3, wounding 4 in series of Chicago-area attacks Saturday

DC District Attorney: ‘Jake Angeli,’ others arrested

Weekly arrest report: (12/31/20-1/8/21)

Woman faces felony Theft charge after traffic stop

Two arrested after search of hotel room yields 199 grams of meth

State lawmaker charged after entering Capitol with rioters

Police announce arrest of man in felony Child Abuse case

Oil City Police Calls (1/7/21 – 1/8/21)

Recent Arrests (1/7/20 – 1/8/20)

Cheyenne man arrested after shots fired

Recent Arrests (1/6/21 – 1/7/21)

KW student arrested after allegedly bringing gun to school

Oil City Police Calls (1/5/21 – 1/6/21)

Two arrested after cocaine, marijuana found during search

Cheyenne Police investigating after driver fires on pedestrian

Recent Arrests (1/5/21 – 1/6/21)

Most pass, some fail in additional round of alcohol compliance checks

Death-row exoneree and ‘lifelong conservative’ to share story with Wyoming

Man accused of threatening to ‘shoot up’ Cheyenne VA

Yellowstone ‘treasure hunter’ pleads guilty; found digging in cemetery

Oil City Police Calls (1/4/21 – 1/5/21)

Name released of suspect who set fire to car at Herschler Buildings in Cheyenne

PETA adds to reward in Wyoming grizzly bear poaching case

Oil City Police Calls (12/31/20 – 1/4/20)

Recent Arrests (12/31/20 – 1/4/21)

Wisconsin hospital worker arrested for spoiled vaccine doses

Oil City Police Calls (12/28/20 – 12/31/20)

Recent Arrests (12/30/20 – 12/31/20)

Recent Arrests (12/29/20 – 12/30/20)

Rock Springs officers use non-lethal measures to restrain armed suspect

PHOTOS: Casper PD allege suspect threatened ‘suicide by cop’ during ‘dangerous stand-off’

Recent Arrests (12/28/20 – 12/29/20)

Most liquor sellers pass city compliance check

Public asked to avoid scene of active investigation in central Casper

Casper PD seeks information on October Hit and Run

Stolen gun found in vehicle search, suspected heroin and meth also found

Suspect accused of damaging vehicle in collision outside of strip club

Suspect in custody in Christmas Eve homicide investigation near Pavilion

As COVID-19 ravages US, shootings, killings are also up

Oil City Police Calls (12/22/20 – 12/28/20)

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Johnson, Ordes, Oien, Shepherd, Edwards

From presidents to faded stars, all welcomed by Larry King

Hank Aaron, baseball’s one-time home run king, dies at 86

Obituaries: Geis, Wentz, Tice, Hick

Obituaries: Olson, McInroy, Myers, Wassenberg

Community

Community

NCHS enclosed, elevated walkway to be constructed for ~$696K

NCSD estimates CARES funding support to reach about $34.87 million

Food for Thought see 50% increase in Natrona children needing weekend food bags in 2020

Highway Patrol identifies pedestrian struck and killed by school bus last week

Wyoming hospitals see COVID patient count drop under 70; over 33K in Cowboy State get first vaccine dose

Wyoming

Community

NCHS enclosed, elevated walkway to be constructed for ~$696K

NCSD estimates CARES funding support to reach about $34.87 million

Highway Patrol identifies pedestrian struck and killed by school bus last week

Game and Fish urges anglers to be aware of dangerous ice conditions

Gordon unveils ‘Wyoming Innovation Network’ effort to bolster education and diversify economy

Promoted

Casper Medical Imaging

Casper Medical Imaging raises bar for outpatient venous treatments in Wyoming

Becoming a Better Parent: Show Them How Much You Care

Telepresence Robots in the UW at Casper Counseling Classroom

307 First Advocates for Review of New Cody Regional Office Project Award

Wyoming Housing Network Offers Housing Help in Uncertain Times

Galleries

Community

PHOTOS: Former fire-ravaged Alpenglow space shines after gut-rehab in downtown Casper

PHOTOS: Pro-Trump supporters reconvene at Casper park, cruise downtown

PHOTOS: Hundreds attend rally against COVID restrictions at Wyo capitol building on Monday

PHOTO GALLERY: One last glance back at 2020 in Wyoming

PHOTOS: Snow and frost blankets Casper after winter storm

National/World

AP

Janet Yellen wins Senate approval as treasury secretary

Gaetz plans on ‘racking up frequent flier miles’ on Cheney-chiding trip to Wyoming