Wyoming

Grizzly euthanized in 2020 was 34, the oldest known in Yellowstone region

JACKSON, Wyo. (AP) — A 34-year-old grizzly bear captured in southwestern Wyoming has been confirmed as the oldest on record in the Yellowstone region, Wyoming wildlife officials said. Grizzly bear... Read more »

01/24/21 3:18 PM

WyoFile: Week 45 of the pandemic in Wyoming (Jan. 16-22)

01/24/21 1:42 PM

Wyoming leaders warn of economic impact of Biden’s 60-day oil and gas leasing ban

01/24/21 1:29 PM

I-80 reopened west of Rawlins; caution advised as crews clean up crash

01/24/21 10:05 AM

Sunday: 292 new lab confirmed COVID cases in Wyo, 213 recoveries

01/24/21 9:27 AM

Snowfall and crashes close hundreds of miles of highway in SE Wyo Saturday night

01/23/21 5:04 PM

Crash east of Rock Springs impacting I-80 Saturday as snowfall concentrates in southern Wyo

CASPER, Wyo –A crash has blocked the left lane westbound on Interstate 80 east of Rock Springs Saturday afternoon. The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) said the crash is between... Read more »

01/23/21 2:35 PM

No unnecessary travel advised on Wyo roadways due to slick roads and blowing snow

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit the Closures and Advisories page on the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is advising no... Read more »

01/23/21 11:52 AM

Crash causing delays near Wheatland Saturday morning; travel advisories through evening

(UPDATE: Crash Alert has been cancelled at 9:54 am) For the latest road and travel conditions, visit the Closures and Advisories page on the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER,... Read more »

01/23/21 10:03 AM

8 new COVID-19 cases confirmed among NCSD students and staff this week

CASPER, Wyo — The Natrona County School District reported six new cases of COVID-19 among students and two among staff for the week of Jan 6-22, 2021 64 students and... Read more »

01/22/21 6:51 PM

Mills police seek help in finding teen runaway

CASPER, Wyo. – The Mills Police Department has issued a statement asking for help in locating a teen who reportedly ran away last November. Williams left her residence in Mills... Read more »

01/22/21 12:49 PM

Wyoming health officials struggle to meet vaccine demand

Demand for COVID-19 vaccinations is outstripping supply and providers are struggling to keep up, public health officials say, as most Wyoming counties continue to expand inoculations beyond top-tier priority populations.

01/22/21 12:24 PM

Rawlins PD announces arrest of suspects on charges involving heroin, meth

A Rawlins pair were arrested on multiple charges, including Conspiracy charges involving methamphetamine and heroin.

01/21/21 6:30 PM

Warmer winter creating risky ice fishing conditions in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming ice anglers should use extra caution when going onto the ice with Wyoming experiencing wind and warm winter weather this year, according to the Wyoming Game... Read more »

01/21/21 4:23 PM

Cheney vows to fight Biden drilling ban that could wind up costing Wyoming over 15K jobs annually

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s U.S. Representative Liz Cheney on Thursday weighed in on the Biden administration’s temporary ban on new oil and gas leasing and drilling on federal lands. “This... Read more »

01/21/21 3:52 PM

Smoke may be visible on Casper Mountain coming from controlled burn

CASPER, Wyo. — Casper Mountain Fire District Chief Lisa Evers said on Wednesday that smoke from controlled burning could be visible from the mountain on Thursday. Evers said that the... Read more »

01/21/21 3:28 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

Wyoming sees rig count rise as oil climbs over $50/barrel but drilling ban could cost state billions

CASPER, Wyo. — The price of crude oil has climbed above $50 per barrel and in the first week of Jan. 2021 reached the highest levels seen since Feb. 2020,”... Read more »

01/21/21 1:53 PM

Investigators seek info on teen missing from Cheyenne since Jan. 1

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking the whereabouts of a juvenile female that has been missing since the first of the year. According to authorities,... Read more »

01/21/21 1:35 PM

Suspect facing felony charges, accused of beating minors

A 40-year old man was arrested by the Cheyenne Police Department on allegations that he forced his way into a residence and attacked two minors inside.

01/21/21 1:24 PM

Cheney: Biden’s blocking of Keystone XL pipeline ‘will eliminate jobs, increase the cost of energy’

UPDATE: Acting Interior Secretary Scott de la Vega signed an order Wednesday suspending new oil and gas leasing and drilling for 60 days, according to the Associated Press. This story... Read more »

01/21/21 12:49 PM

Authorities seize 200 lbs of suspected marijuana following traffic stop in Laramie County

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – According to a release from the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO), law enforcement seized 200 pounds of suspected marijuana this past December during a traffic stop on... Read more »

01/21/21 12:34 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

PHOTOS: Lummis, Barrasso meet with Wyoming National Guard members following Biden inauguration

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso met with members of the Wyoming National Guard following President Joe Biden’s inauguration on Wednesday. Members of the Wyoming... Read more »

01/20/21 6:46 PM

Hearing whispers, Wyoming teens and counselors ring bell to require student suicide prevention training

CASPER, Wyo. — Some Wyoming high school students, psychologists and parents are urging the Wyoming Legislature to require school districts to provide suicide prevention training for students. While the state... Read more »

01/20/21 6:02 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

Don’t turn back time: Wyoming looking at eliminating ‘spring forward’ and ‘fall back’

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature is again looking at changes to the state’s observance of daylight savings time. Governor Mark Gordon signed a bill in 2020 that would have... Read more »

01/20/21 2:39 PM

Chronic wasting disease confirmed in new deer hunt area; endemic across most of Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department said on Wednesday that chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been confirmed in another deer hunt area in the state. The disease... Read more »

01/20/21 11:46 AM

Wyoming’s U.S. Attorney Mark Klaassen resigning; will take State of Wyoming post

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s United States Attorney Mark A. Klaasen announced on Wednesday that he will be resigning from the U.S. Attorney’s Office effective at midnight Jan. 31, 2021. “Upon... Read more »

01/20/21 11:31 AM

Petroleum Association of Wyoming congratulate Biden; vow to fight for state’s oil and gas interests

CASPER, Wyo. — The Petroleum Association of Wyoming (PAW) congratulated in-coming President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris who were sworn-in to office on Wednesday. “Congratulations to President Biden... Read more »

01/20/21 10:29 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

PHOTOS: Section of I-25 closed after crash amid high winds

CASPER, Wyo. – A semi-tractor trailer was captured by WYDOT webcams teetering on the guardrail of a bridge near Glendo on Wednesday morning. Crews were seen attempting to clear the... Read more »

01/20/21 9:01 AM

Carbon County Republican Committee Votes to Censure Rep. Cheney

CARBON COUNTY — Not only has the Carbon County Republican Party unanimously voted to formally censure Wyoming Congresswoman and House Republican Conference Chair Liz Cheney (R-WY), but they have asked her to... Read more »

01/20/21 4:51 AM

Natrona County Commission approves expansion of simulcast horse race betting at the Beacon

CASPER, Wyo — The Natrona County Commission Tuesday approved a resolution authorizing Wyoming Downs, LLC to expand its pari-mutuel gaming operations at the Beacon Club in Mills. The simulcast gaming... Read more »

01/19/21 6:53 PM

Wyoming Board of Agriculture to meet at Capitol Thursday, Jan 28

Casper, Wyo — The Wyoming Board of Agriculture is scheduled to meet on Thursday, Jan 28 at the Capitol building in Cheyenne, according to a release from the agency Tuesday.... Read more »

01/19/21 6:05 PM

Wyoming households asked to complete broadband speed test to help improve digital access

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyomingites are able to take a broadband speed test and complete a survey about their broadband access in order to help improve digital access in the state.... Read more »

01/19/21 3:53 PM

Wyoming Outdoor Council urging legislators not to ‘decimate’ rooftop solar

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature is considering legislation which could “decimate the state’s rooftop solar industry,” the Wyoming Outdoor Council says. Senate File 16 would allow utilities to stop... Read more »

01/19/21 12:21 PM

Canada urges Biden not to cancel oil pipeline on first day

January 17, 2021 By ROB GILLIES Associated Press TORONTO (AP) — Top officials in Canada want a chance to make the case for a long disputed oil pipeline to be... Read more »

01/18/21 6:51 PM

Wyoming Democrat, GOP leaders see common paths for economic diversification

CASPER, Wyo. — Some Republican and Democrat leaders of the 66th Wyoming Legislature share similar visions for what could help diversify the state’s economy. Majority Floor Leader Albert Sommers, a... Read more »

01/18/21 5:35 PM

Spring turkey, nonresident elk hunting applications due by Feb 1.

CASPER, Wyo — Spring turkey and nonresident elk hunting applications are due by Feb 1, Wyoming Game and Fish announced. The spring turkey season opens April 1 in the Powder... Read more »

01/18/21 5:11 PM

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Wyoming

Grizzly euthanized in 2020 was 34, the oldest known in Yellowstone region

WyoFile: Week 45 of the pandemic in Wyoming (Jan. 16-22)

Wyoming leaders warn of economic impact of Biden’s 60-day oil and gas leasing ban

I-80 reopened west of Rawlins; caution advised as crews clean up crash

Sunday: 292 new lab confirmed COVID cases in Wyo, 213 recoveries

Snowfall and crashes close hundreds of miles of highway in SE Wyo Saturday night

Crash east of Rock Springs impacting I-80 Saturday as snowfall concentrates in southern Wyo

No unnecessary travel advised on Wyo roadways due to slick roads and blowing snow

Crash causing delays near Wheatland Saturday morning; travel advisories through evening

8 new COVID-19 cases confirmed among NCSD students and staff this week

Mills police seek help in finding teen runaway

Wyoming health officials struggle to meet vaccine demand

Rawlins PD announces arrest of suspects on charges involving heroin, meth

Warmer winter creating risky ice fishing conditions in Wyoming

Cheney vows to fight Biden drilling ban that could wind up costing Wyoming over 15K jobs annually

Smoke may be visible on Casper Mountain coming from controlled burn

Lummis: Biden drilling ban a ‘strike on the heart of Wyoming jobs, families and communities’

Wyoming sees rig count rise as oil climbs over $50/barrel but drilling ban could cost state billions

Investigators seek info on teen missing from Cheyenne since Jan. 1

Suspect facing felony charges, accused of beating minors

Cheney: Biden’s blocking of Keystone XL pipeline ‘will eliminate jobs, increase the cost of energy’

Authorities seize 200 lbs of suspected marijuana following traffic stop in Laramie County

Bankers survey shows gains in rural economy of Wyoming and nine other states

PHOTOS: Lummis, Barrasso meet with Wyoming National Guard members following Biden inauguration

Hearing whispers, Wyoming teens and counselors ring bell to require student suicide prevention training

Wyoming GOP legislator launches long-shot run against Cheney

Don’t turn back time: Wyoming looking at eliminating ‘spring forward’ and ‘fall back’

Chronic wasting disease confirmed in new deer hunt area; endemic across most of Wyoming

Wyoming’s U.S. Attorney Mark Klaassen resigning; will take State of Wyoming post

Petroleum Association of Wyoming congratulate Biden; vow to fight for state’s oil and gas interests

Biden takes the helm as president: ‘Democracy has prevailed’

PHOTOS: Section of I-25 closed after crash amid high winds

Carbon County Republican Committee Votes to Censure Rep. Cheney

Natrona County Commission approves expansion of simulcast horse race betting at the Beacon

Wyoming Board of Agriculture to meet at Capitol Thursday, Jan 28

Wyoming households asked to complete broadband speed test to help improve digital access

Wyoming Outdoor Council urging legislators not to ‘decimate’ rooftop solar

Canada urges Biden not to cancel oil pipeline on first day

Wyoming Democrat, GOP leaders see common paths for economic diversification

Spring turkey, nonresident elk hunting applications due by Feb 1.

Crime

Crime

Recent Arrests (1/22/21 – 1/25/21)

Oil City Police Calls (1/22/21 – 1/25/21)

Casper PD releases photos of suspect vehicle in parking lot hit-and-run

Wyo law enforcement seizes 744 lbs of marijuana products on I-80 Saturday

Weekly arrest report: (1/15/21 – 1/23/21)

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

City

Oil City Police Calls (1/22/21 – 1/25/21)

Casper PD releases photos of suspect vehicle in parking lot hit-and-run

Road warriors: Bucs win 31-26 at Green Bay, reach Super Bowl

Reigning champion Chiefs dump Bills 38-24 in AFC title game

No injuries in house fire in central Casper Sunday; residents may return home

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

Kerry: US will make up for 4 years of lost action on climate

Supreme Court ends Trump emoluments lawsuits