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‘Down with death penalty,’ conservative, liberal, and religious Wyoming protesters say (PHOTOS)

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — What do the Catholic Church, the League of Women Voters, the Greek Orthodox Church and a group of concerned conservatives all have in common? They want the... Read more »

12/10/19 4:26 PM

On historic anniversary of women’s suffrage, student challenges Wyoming to address suicide (PHOTOS)

12/10/19 11:46 AM

FDA: E. coli outbreak linked to popular salad mix bags

CASPER, Wyo. – The FDA is warning against eating some Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad kits. In a release sent on Monday evening, the FDA says U.S. state... Read more »

12/10/19 5:17 AM

Governor: Wyoming outlook allows time for thoughtful budget

By MEAD GRUVER Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Wyoming faces more tough times ahead but isn’t headed off a fiscal cliff, offering time for a thoughtful approach to delivering... Read more »

12/09/19 4:35 PM

Wyoming delegation honors 150th anniversary of women’s suffrage

CASPER, Wyo. – One day before Wyoming Women’s Suffrage Day, Sen Mike Enzi marked the upcoming anniversary in a speech today in Washington, D.C. Sen. Enzi spoke on the Senate... Read more »

12/09/19 3:18 PM

Watchdog report: FBI’s Russia probe justified, no bias found

By MICHAEL BALSAMO and ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI was justified in opening its investigation into ties between the Trump presidential campaign and Russia and did... Read more »

12/09/19 11:26 AM

Suspect hits speeds of 110 mph during pursuit through Evansville involving multiple agencies

CASPER, Wyo. – A man was arrested after leading Evansville Police on a chase that reached 110 mph on Friday night. According to a press release from the EPD, the... Read more »

12/09/19 9:42 AM

Police arrest man in suspected homicide

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department has arrested one suspect in relation to a homicide investigation in Casper. Fifty-one-year-old Rodney Smith of Casper was arrested late Friday afternoon in... Read more »

12/09/19 9:08 AM

Mills police announce arrest, identities of Oregon Trail Bar robbery suspects

CASPER, Wyo. – The Mills Police Department have identified two suspects in a robbery that took place at the Oregon Trail Bar last week in Mills. According to a media... Read more »

12/09/19 8:54 AM

World Anti-Doping Agency imposes 4-year ban on Russia

By GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The Russian flag and national anthem were banned from next year’s Tokyo Olympics and other major sports events for four... Read more »

12/09/19 4:36 AM

Casper police arrest man suspected in manslaughter of adult female

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department have arrested a suspect in a homicide investigation. “The adult male suspect was arrested Friday afternoon after a nearly week long investigation into... Read more »

12/06/19 6:26 PM

Snow likely to return to Casper Sunday night, strong winds to blow

CASPER, Wyo. — Casper saw a few days respite from snow after the Thanksgiving weekend storm rolled through. Snow is likely to return on Sunday night, according to the National... Read more »

12/06/19 4:23 PM

‘A Christmas Carol’ opening night in Casper to benefit Olivia Caldwell Foundation (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — “A Christmas Carol” opens tonight, Friday, Dec. 6 at Stage III Community Theatre. “Tonight is the special event,” Stage III says. “All proceeds of tonight’s show will... Read more »

12/06/19 4:02 PM

Casper school lockouts were due to stolen vehicle case and police chase

CASPER, Wyo. — Both Kelly Walsh High School and Verda James Elementary School went on brief lockouts on Friday, Dec. 6. The lockouts were due to a chase between the... Read more »

12/06/19 3:03 PM

Backwards helps artists ‘mug’ customers at ‘Cocktails and Clay’ Saturday (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — Backwards Distilling Company will be hosting their fourth annual “Cocktails and Clay” event on Saturday, but for the first time at their new downtown location. The event... Read more »

12/06/19 1:44 PM

Gov. Gordon requests disaster declaration after powerful storms damage crops

CASPER, Wyo. – Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has requested a disaster declaration for five Wyoming counties, according to a statement released today. According to the release, the governor sent a... Read more »

12/06/19 1:02 PM

Casper artists breathe life into Shoshoni ‘House of Wonder’ with hand-drawn animations (VIDEO+PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — Animation refers to the state of being full of life or vigor. Shoshoni, a town located in the center of Wyoming near the Wind River Reservation, may... Read more »

12/06/19 11:35 AM

Recent Arrests (12/05/19)

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 »

12/06/19 10:36 AM

3 injured in Wyoming oil and gas field explosion

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Emergency units from Laramie County were dispatched to an explosion at an oil and gas field site, near the Wyoming community of Carpenter. Officials say that there... Read more »

12/06/19 9:07 AM

Crash closes I-80 eastbound between Rawlins and Laramie

CASPER, Wyo. — I-80 is facing some eastbound closures in Wyoming on the morning of Friday, Dec. 6. Eastbound traffic between Rawlins and Laramie is closed due to a crash.... Read more »

12/06/19 8:44 AM

Active shooter killed at Naval Air Station Pensacola

PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) — Authorities say an active shooter is dead after opening fire on multiple people Friday at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola. Escambia Sheriff’s spokeswoman Amber Southard... Read more »

12/06/19 7:09 AM

Traffic chaos as semi crashes block I-80 and other roadways for over three hours in Rawlins

CASPER, Wyo. — Multiple crashes involving commercial vehicles led to other motorists getting stuck in Rawlins and blocked traffic for several hours on Thursday, Dec. 5 on multiple roadways, including... Read more »

12/05/19 8:01 PM

Casper PD Incident Report Log (12/04/19 – 12/05/19)

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department Incident Summary Report is provided by the Casper Police Department and is published as a public service to our readers. For privacy reasons,... Read more »

12/05/19 4:46 PM

Officials apprehend two people suspected of being involved in Oregon Trail Bar robbery

CASPER, Wyo. – Two people are in custody after law enforcement descended on an apartment complex at the 1600 block of South Beverly in Casper on Thursday afternoon. According to... Read more »

12/05/19 3:32 PM

Dean Morgan students collect over 1,700 books and 900 food items in winter drive (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — Dean Morgan Junior High School students have collected over 1,700 books and 900 nonperishable food items in their annual Winter Break book and food drive. “For the... Read more »

12/05/19 2:01 PM

Intramural youth basketball leagues starting soon in Casper

CASPER, Wyo. — Intramural youth and high school basketball leagues are set to begin in January. The youth league will be open to boys and girls in kindergarten through sixth... Read more »

12/05/19 11:06 AM

Recent Arrests (12/4/19)

12/05/19 10:36 AM

Seven die from flesh-eating infections after using black tar heroin in San Diego

CASPER, Wyo. — Seven people have died in the last two month from “myonecrosis,” a bacterial infection associated with black tar heroin use in San Diego. “Between Oct. 2 and... Read more »

12/05/19 10:22 AM

Police to monitor area after suspicious person reported near Casper school bus stop

CASPER, Wyo. — A parent reported a suspicious person near a bus stop in Mathew Campfield Park in North Casper on Thursday, Dec. 5. Both the Natrona County School District... Read more »

12/05/19 9:43 AM

Over 100 people ill after consuming lettuce likely grown in California

CASPER, Wyo. — An outbreak of a strain of E. coli has infected at least 102 people. The source of the outbreak is likely romaine lettuce grown in Salinas, California,... Read more »

12/04/19 6:41 PM

Wyoming troops overseas express gratitude for holiday care packages

CASPER, Wyo. — The 115th Field Artillery Brigade of the Wyoming National Guard is on deployment to the Middle East. With Thanksgiving about a week in the rear view mirror... Read more »

12/04/19 5:56 PM

Cheney: Enough with Trump impeachment, focus on national defense (VIDEO)

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s United States Congresswoman Liz Cheney called for Democrats to refocus their attention away from impeachment proceedings into U.S. President Donald Trump. Instead, Cheney says the House... Read more »

12/04/19 5:34 PM

Barrasso: Visit to Afghanistan with Trump for both soldiers and their families (VIDEO)

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s United States Senator John Barrasso traveled to Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan with U.S. President Donald Trump for Thanksgiving. “I’ve had the privilege since I’ve been... Read more »

12/04/19 5:22 PM

Man arrested after he allegedly choked, hit woman on her 21st birthday

CASPER, Wyo. – The Casper Police Department arrested a man for allegedly choking and hitting a woman after the two celebrated her 21st birthday. According to an affidavit entered into... Read more »

12/04/19 4:23 PM

Explore Old West Christmas traditions at Fort Caspar Museum

CASPER, Wyo. — Wondering how Christmas was celebrated in the Old American West? Fort Casper Museum will be offering a “Simple Pleasures: Old West Christmas Traditions” program from 1-3 pm... Read more »

12/04/19 3:04 PM

City working 24/7 removing windrows and excess snow

CASPER, Wyo. – If a snowstorm is a party, then windrows might be considered the hangover. While most streets in Casper have been plowed enough for any vehicle to pass,... Read more »

12/04/19 2:49 PM

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Breaking News

‘Down with death penalty,’ conservative, liberal, and religious Wyoming protesters say (PHOTOS)

On historic anniversary of women’s suffrage, student challenges Wyoming to address suicide (PHOTOS)

Rib & Chop House will bring the steakhouse experience back to downtown Casper

Democrats unveil 2 articles of impeachment against Trump

Country singer Josh Turner to perform in Casper

Today marks 150th anniversary of suffrage in Wyoming

FDA: E. coli outbreak linked to popular salad mix bags

Governor: Wyoming outlook allows time for thoughtful budget

Wyoming delegation honors 150th anniversary of women’s suffrage

Watchdog report: FBI’s Russia probe justified, no bias found

Suspect hits speeds of 110 mph during pursuit through Evansville involving multiple agencies

Police arrest man in suspected homicide

Mills police announce arrest, identities of Oregon Trail Bar robbery suspects

World Anti-Doping Agency imposes 4-year ban on Russia

Casper police arrest man suspected in manslaughter of adult female

Snow likely to return to Casper Sunday night, strong winds to blow

‘A Christmas Carol’ opening night in Casper to benefit Olivia Caldwell Foundation (PHOTOS)

Casper school lockouts were due to stolen vehicle case and police chase

Backwards helps artists ‘mug’ customers at ‘Cocktails and Clay’ Saturday (PHOTOS)

Gov. Gordon requests disaster declaration after powerful storms damage crops

Casper artists breathe life into Shoshoni ‘House of Wonder’ with hand-drawn animations (VIDEO+PHOTOS)

Recent Arrests (12/05/19)

3 injured in Wyoming oil and gas field explosion

Crash closes I-80 eastbound between Rawlins and Laramie

Active shooter killed at Naval Air Station Pensacola

Traffic chaos as semi crashes block I-80 and other roadways for over three hours in Rawlins

Casper PD Incident Report Log (12/04/19 – 12/05/19)

Officials apprehend two people suspected of being involved in Oregon Trail Bar robbery

Dean Morgan students collect over 1,700 books and 900 food items in winter drive (PHOTOS)

Intramural youth basketball leagues starting soon in Casper

Recent Arrests (12/4/19)

Seven die from flesh-eating infections after using black tar heroin in San Diego

Police to monitor area after suspicious person reported near Casper school bus stop

Over 100 people ill after consuming lettuce likely grown in California

Wyoming troops overseas express gratitude for holiday care packages

Cheney: Enough with Trump impeachment, focus on national defense (VIDEO)

Barrasso: Visit to Afghanistan with Trump for both soldiers and their families (VIDEO)

Man arrested after he allegedly choked, hit woman on her 21st birthday

Explore Old West Christmas traditions at Fort Caspar Museum

City working 24/7 removing windrows and excess snow

Crime

AP

Wyoming teen to be tried as an adult in planned shooting

6 killed in New Jersey gunbattle, including police officer

Court documents: Suspects in murder case turned selves in

Colorado man claimed to be kidnapped, arrested on charges of possession and false reporting

Suspects in Casper murder investigation return to Natrona County (PHOTOS)

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Breaking News

‘Down with death penalty,’ conservative, liberal, and religious Wyoming protesters say (PHOTOS)

On historic anniversary of women’s suffrage, student challenges Wyoming to address suicide (PHOTOS)

Rib & Chop House will bring the steakhouse experience back to downtown Casper

Country singer Josh Turner to perform in Casper

Today marks 150th anniversary of suffrage in Wyoming

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AP

Wyoming teen to be tried as an adult in planned shooting

Court documents: Suspects in murder case turned selves in

‘Down with death penalty,’ conservative, liberal, and religious Wyoming protesters say (PHOTOS)

Colorado man claimed to be kidnapped, arrested on charges of possession and false reporting

Suspects in Casper murder investigation return to Natrona County (PHOTOS)

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Community Health Center of Central Wyoming

CHCCW launch Veterans Community Care Program

State Farm Agent, Eric Brinkerhoff a.k.a. “Agent 307”; is taking you out to the movies once again!

Both the End and the Beginning of a Long Road Introducing WPDN’s Newest Associate, Zara Mason

Shop local campaign uses $2 bills to help spread awareness

David Street Station gives thanks for Community Christmas Tree help (PHOTOS)

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Casper welcomes holiday season with tree lighting and parade (PHOTOS)

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