Supreme Court ends Trump emoluments lawsuits WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday brought an end to lawsuits over whether Donald Trump illegally profited off his presidency. 01/25/21 8:41 AM
Biden to reinstate COVID travel rules, add South Africa January 24, 2021 By AAMER MADHANI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday will formally reinstate COVID-19 travel restrictions on non-U.S. travelers from Brazil, Ireland, the United... Read more » 01/24/21 4:36 PM
Wyoming leaders warn of economic impact of Biden’s 60-day oil and gas leasing ban CASPER, Wyo — Wyoming’s Governor and Congressional leaders weighed in last week on the Biden administration’s 60-day suspension of new oil and gas leasing and drilling permits for U.S. lands... Read more » 01/24/21 1:29 PM
One county, worlds apart: Bridging the political divide January 24, 2021 By CLAIRE GALOFARO and JULIET LINDERMAN FREDERICK, Md. (AP) — She fired up her laptop to scour the internet for bits from right-wing websites and conspiratorial YouTube... Read more » 01/24/21 11:57 AM
From presidents to faded stars, all welcomed by Larry King January 24, 2021 By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Larry King was easy to poke fun at, particularly late in his career at CNN: the pinched... Read more » 01/24/21 9:45 AM
Speculation over Tokyo Olympics: 2021, 2032 or not at all? January 23, 2021 By GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer GENEVA (AP) — Just about everybody, especially the organizers in Japan and Switzerland, want the Tokyo Olympics to open on July... Read more » 01/23/21 10:48 AM
(PHOTOS) 2600 arrested at protests demanding Russian dissident Navalny’s release January 23, 2021 By DARIA LITVINOVA and JIM HEINTZ Associated Press MOSCOW (AP) — Russian police arrested more than 2,600 people Saturday in nationwide protests demanding the release of opposition... Read more » 01/23/21 10:29 AM
Larry King, broadcasting giant for half-century, dies at 87 LOS ANGELES (AP) — Larry King, the suspenders-sporting everyman whose broadcast interviews with world leaders, movie stars and ordinary Joes helped define American conversation for a half-century, died Saturday. He was 87. 01/23/21 6:39 AM
NFL giving free Super Bowl tickets to 7,500 health workers ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The NFL announced Friday that 7,500 health care workers vaccinated for the coronavirus will be given free tickets to next month's Super Bowl to be played in Tampa, Florida. 01/22/21 12:17 PM
Trump impeachment to go to Senate on Monday, launching trial WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to send the article of impeachment against Donald Trump to the Senate on Monday, launching the start of the former president's trial on a charge of incitement of insurrection over the deadly Capitol riot. 01/22/21 10:07 AM
Dry January is moist for some at the rocky start of 2021 NEW YORK (AP) — A raging pandemic, tumultuous presidential election and deadly Capitol insurrection have combined to make the annual tradition of Dry January more moist than air-tight for some. 01/22/21 9:01 AM
Judge says Amazon won’t have to restore Parler web service Amazon won't be forced to immediately restore web service to Parler after a federal judge ruled Thursday against a plea to reinstate the fast-growing social media app, which is favored by followers of former President Donald Trump. 01/22/21 5:46 AM
Fauci unleashed: Doc takes ‘liberating’ turn at center stage WASHINGTON (AP) — Dr. Anthony Fauci is back. 01/22/21 4:34 AM
‘Your Land’? Some Native Americans question inaugural song By FELICIA FONSECA Associated Press FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — On the first day of Joe Biden’s presidency, Native Americans had reason to celebrate. Biden halted construction of the border wall... Read more » 01/21/21 5:33 PM
Biden proposes 5-year extension of nuke treaty with Russia By MATTHEW LEE and ROBERT BURNS Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has proposed to Russia a five-year extension of a nuclear arms treaty that is otherwise set... Read more » 01/21/21 5:18 PM
Health experts blame rapid expansion for vaccine shortages; about 5% of Wyomingites inoculated By CARLA K. JOHNSON, BRIAN MELLEY and KAREN MATTHEWS Associated Press Public health experts Thursday blamed COVID-19 vaccine shortages around the U.S. in part on the Trump administration’s push to... Read more » 01/21/21 5:13 PM
Lummis: Biden drilling ban a ‘strike on the heart of Wyoming jobs, families and communities’ CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis is among politicians criticizing the Biden administration’s decision to halt new oil and gas leasing and drilling on federal lands for 60... Read more » 01/21/21 3:21 PM
Biden’s climate steps could have big impact on energy firms By CATHY BUSSEWITZ and TOM KRISHER AP Business Writers NEW YORK (AP) — President Joe Biden has put his team to work reviewing dozens of actions taken by former President... Read more » 01/21/21 1:19 PM
Colorado Springs woman found competent to stand trial for murder of stepson CHEYENNE, Wyo. – According to Fox31 in Denver, a judge has found Letecia Stauch competent to stand trial for allegedly killing her 11-year-old stepson Gannon Stauch. On Jan. 27, 2020,... Read more » 01/21/21 1:16 PM
Biden suspends new oil and gas leases, permits for 60 days By MATTHEW BROWN Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The Biden administration announced Thursday the suspension of new oil and gas leasing and drilling permits for U.S. lands and waters... Read more » 01/21/21 12:57 PM
Bankers survey shows gains in rural economy of Wyoming and nine other states OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The rural economy in parts of 10 Plains and Western states continues to grow, but rural bank CEOs say their biggest fears for the 2021 economy... Read more » 01/21/21 11:40 AM
Republicans grapple with post-Trump future For the first time in more than a decade, Republicans are waking up to a Washington where Democrats control the White House and Congress, adjusting to an era of diminished power, deep uncertainty and internal feuding. 01/21/21 4:59 AM
Biden puts forth virus strategy, requires mask use to travel WASHINGTON (AP) — As the U.S. enters “what may well be the toughest and deadliest period of the virus,” President Joe Biden is putting forth a national COVID-19 strategy to ramp up vaccinations and testing, reopen schools and businesses and increase the use of masks — including a requirement that they be worn for travel. 01/21/21 4:39 AM
On Day One, Biden targets Trump policies on climate, virus WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is moving swiftly to dismantle Donald Trump's legacy on his first day in office, signing a series of executive actions that reverse course on immigration, climate change, racial equity and the handling of the coronavirus pandemic. 01/21/21 4:32 AM
Inauguration sows doubt among QAnon conspiracy theorists By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, AMANDA SEITZ and DAVID KLEPPER Associated Press COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — For years, legions of QAnon conspiracy theory adherents encouraged one another to “trust the plan” as they... Read more » 01/20/21 6:29 PM
Senate confirms Biden 1st Cabinet pick as Democrats control By LISA MASCARO AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — Three new senators were sworn into office Wednesday after President Joe Biden’s inauguration, securing the majority for Democrats in the Senate... Read more » 01/20/21 6:25 PM
Wyoming GOP legislator launches long-shot run against Cheney By MEAD GRUVER Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney is “out of touch” with Wyoming for her vote to impeach President Donald Trump, a Republican state... Read more » 01/20/21 2:52 PM
Lil Wayne, Kodak Black get clemency; Joe Exotic does not The zookeeper-turned-reality-TV-star was sentenced in January 2020 to 22 years in federal prison for violating federal wildlife laws and for his role in a failed murder-for-hire plot. His team was so confident in a pardon that they'd readied a celebratory limousine and a hair and wardrobe team to whisk him away from a Texas prison. 01/20/21 11:01 AM
Biden takes the helm as president: ‘Democracy has prevailed’ By JONATHAN LEMIRE, ZEKE MILLER and ALEXANDRA JAFFE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden became the 46th President of the United States on Wednesday, declaring that “democracy has prevailed.”... Read more » 01/20/21 10:12 AM
Trump follows tradition, leaves note for Biden WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump has followed at least one presidential tradition. The White House says the Republican president left behind a note for his successor, Democrat Joe Biden. ... Read more » 01/20/21 7:32 AM
Trump leaves White House, says ‘It’s been a great honor’ WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump pumped his fist and waved as he departed the White House on Marine One Wednesday for the last time as president, leaving behind a legacy of chaos and tumult and a nation bitterly divided. 01/20/21 7:02 AM
Stores drop MyPillow after CEO pushes election conspiracies NEW YORK (AP) — The founder and CEO of MyPillow, who amplified President Donald Trump's claims of election fraud, said a backlash against his company has begun after a mob stormed the U.S. Capitol this month. 01/20/21 4:58 AM
2 Guard members made extremist statements about inauguration By JAMES LAPORTA, LOLITA C. BALDOR and MICHAEL BALSAMO Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Twelve U.S. National Guard members have been removed from securing President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration after vetting... Read more » 01/19/21 5:29 PM
Trump wishes new administration luck in farewell video By JILL COLVIN and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Trying to repair his tarnished legacy, President Donald Trump trumpeted his administration’s accomplishments and wished his successor luck in... Read more » 01/19/21 5:05 PM
Federal court strikes down major Trump climate rollback WASHINGTON (AP) — In a last-minute slap at President Donald Trump, a federal appeals court struck down one of his administration’s most momentous climate rollbacks on Tuesday, saying officials acted illegally in issuing a new rule that eased federal regulation of air pollution from power plants. 01/19/21 2:59 PM
Community PHOTOS: Former fire-ravaged Alpenglow space shines after gut-rehab in downtown Casper 01/21/21 11:37 AM
PHOTOS: Hundreds attend rally against COVID restrictions at Wyo capitol building on Monday 01/04/21 4:01 PM
