Legislature

Gordon open to looking at expanding Juneteenth holiday in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — After President Joe Biden signed a law on Thursday recognizing Juneteenth as a federal holiday, Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signaled that his is open to considering expanding... Read more »

06/17/21 4:32 PM

Casper City Council to review controversial DEA funded drug interdiction operation on June 22

06/08/21 7:20 PM

Wyoming has until 2026 to spend ~$1.7B in ARP funds; legislature scrap special summer session

06/07/21 11:17 AM

Committee revives controversial Wyoming gun bill in surprise vote

The Joint Agriculture Committee Tuesday revived a controversial gun rights bill on a split-second, unannounced vote moments before the committee adjourned in a move lambasted by critics for its lack of transparency.

05/28/21 5:44 AM

States tap federal aid to shore up empty unemployment funds

By DAVID A. LIEB The Associated Press Businesses could be spared billions of dollars of higher taxes in coming years — potentially freeing up money to spend on employees or... Read more »

05/27/21 4:02 PM

Wyoming DCI agent under investigation over false testimony in case against hemp farmers

CASPER, Wyo. — What happens when a law enforcement officer in Wyoming makes false statements while under oath in court? Does Wyoming have sufficient checks in place to address instances... Read more »

05/27/21 3:16 PM

PHOTOS: UW approves designs for new ~$250M residence halls, parking garage, dining facility

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees have approved the interior and exterior designs for two new residence halls and a dining facility as well as a... Read more »

05/24/21 12:02 PM

Alabama legalizes medical; Wyoming now among only five states where marijuana is fully criminalized

CASPER, Wyo. — Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed legislation on Monday that will legalize medical marijuana in the state, according to the Associated Press. The bill will allow people with... Read more »

05/19/21 1:52 PM

Wyoming to receive ~$360M for education under ARP, offsetting projected $331M/yr deficit

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming will receive about $360 million for education under the American Rescue Plan Act, Governor Mark Gordon’s office said Tuesday. That $360 million for education is in... Read more »

05/18/21 4:37 PM

Medicaid expansion revived despite flood of misinformation

May 14, 2021 by Nick Reynolds, WyoFile The Legislature’s Joint Revenue Committee voted to revive Medicaid expansion Tuesday afternoon, setting it up for yet another hearing in Cheyenne. The 9-5 vote came... Read more »

05/15/21 4:08 PM

SCSO: Former Democrat legislator was arrested in sting, followed law enforcement training

Four adult males were arrested on April 29, 2021 with recommended charges of Soliciting Prostitution.

04/30/21 10:45 AM

Wyo. Game and Fish working to implement roadkill harvesting rules, conservation stamp fee hikes and more

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department said on Monday, April 26 that they are working to implement changes to their laws and regulations that are set to... Read more »

04/27/21 11:45 AM

Wyoming NORML: Casper DEA-funded marijuana crackdown ‘an incredible waste of resources’

CASPER, Wyo. — Casper Police Chief Keith McPheeters said on Saturday that “there is a tolerance for the use of methamphetamine in this community that is unmistakable.” His comments came... Read more »

04/26/21 5:22 PM

Hutchings celebrates passage of Wyoming ‘Unborn Victims of Violence Act’

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed Senate File 96 into law on April 6, a new law which will make violence against pregnant women that result in an... Read more »

04/15/21 12:45 PM

Wyo emerges from legislature session with no long-term budget, ed solutions

The Wyoming Legislature entered the 2021 legislative session with a lofty agenda to cut education spending, stall revenue declines and guide a Wyoming economy battered by COVID-19 to a sustainable future.

04/14/21 8:59 AM

Gordon signs bill prohibiting UW, community colleges from funding elective abortions

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed House Bill 253 into law on Monday, according to the governor’s office. The new law will prohibit the University of Wyoming and... Read more »

04/13/21 1:54 PM

Gordon signs bill raising Wyoming license fees to help pay for ~$80M WYDOT system into law

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon’s office announced on Monday, April 12 that the governor has signed House Bill 254 into law. The bill will impose an additional $5 fee... Read more »

04/12/21 4:51 PM

Governor Gordon signs 10 bills into law Monday

CAPER, Wyo —Governor Mark Gordon signed 10 following bills into law Monday, April 12, according to a release from his office. The Governor signed the following bills into law: SF0141... Read more »

04/12/21 4:38 PM

‘Discombobulated’ Wyoming legislative session results in $430M cuts; new revenue measures largely fail

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature’s 2021 General Session came to a close on Wednesday with a total of 178 pieces of legislation passing both chambers. The session resulted in... Read more »

04/09/21 12:45 PM

Gordon: Wyoming ‘will protect our firearms at all cost’

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said during a press conference that he is disappointed in the actions on gun control taken by the President Joe Biden administration Thursday.... Read more »

04/08/21 4:46 PM

Wyoming to receive ~$1.1B under American Rescue Plan; governor announces priorities for use of the funds

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon’s office said on Thurday, April 8 that Wyoming is expected to see an estimated $1.1 billion in federal funding support under the American... Read more »

04/08/21 1:58 PM

Wyoming will need to use ~$331M in ‘rainy day’ dollars each year as legislature fails to pass K-12 funding changes

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature failed to come to an agreement on how to address a structural deficit for K-12 education funding. With the legislature failing to pass a... Read more »

04/08/21 12:49 PM

Governor signs resolution urging reversal of federal oil and gas policies that could put 20K Wyoming jobs at risk

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed Senate Joint Resolution 03 on Tuesday, a resolution which calls for the reversal of “federal orders and actions that inhibit the safe... Read more »

04/07/21 4:20 PM

Gordon signs bill aiming to allow Wyoming air ambulance membership services to resume

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed House Bill 07 into law on Tuesday, legislation which aims to allow air ambulance membership services to resume in Wyoming. The legislation... Read more »

04/07/21 4:00 PM

Gordon signs ‘born alive’ bill modifying Wyoming abortion restrictions

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed Senate File 34 into law, a bill with the catch-title “Born alive infant-means of care.” The bill will update Wyoming’s abortion law... Read more »

04/07/21 12:42 PM

Wyoming voters will have to show ID at next election as Gordon signs new law

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming will require voters to show photo identification in order to vote at the polls in elections that take place after July 1, 2021. Governor Mark Gordon... Read more »

04/07/21 12:16 PM

Governor green-lights $1.2M to sue other states for harming Wyoming coal

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed House Bill 207 on Tuesday, legislation which will set aside $1.2 million for Wyoming to sue other states for actions which “impermissibly... Read more »

04/07/21 11:49 AM

Governor Gordon acts on 34 bills Tuesday

CASPER, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon took action on 34 bills on Tuesday, April 5. Gordon signed the following bills into law on Tuesday: Bill No. Enrolled Act # Bill... Read more »

04/07/21 11:39 AM

In the 2021 Wyoming Legislature, major fights have mostly fizzled out

CHEYENNE – Early in the 2021 Legislative Session, Wyoming seemed positioned for a pivotal year in its state history.

04/07/21 9:21 AM

Wyoming creating new ‘Pioneer’ trapping licenses; will cost $20 for residents 65+

CASPER, Wyo. — People 65 years or older who have lived in Wyoming for at least 30 years will be able to purchase new “Pioneer” trapping licenses after Governor Mark... Read more »

04/06/21 3:00 PM

Wyoming to allow cities, towns to add municipal sales taxes via special elections

CASPER, Wyo. — Cities and towns in Wyoming will soon have the ability to hold special elections for voters to consider approving a municipal sales and use tax. Legislation passed... Read more »

04/06/21 1:56 PM

Gordon signs bill legalizing online sports wagering; estimated $449M market to open Sept. 1

CASPER, Wyo. — Online sports wagering and fantasy sports contests will be allowed in Wyoming starting Sept. 1, 2021 after Governor Mark Gordon signed House Bill 133 into law on... Read more »

04/06/21 1:44 PM

Wyoming lowers minimum age for kids to hunt big game trophy animals

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming is lowering the minimum age for kids to hunt big game trophy animals. Under current law, youth must be at least 12 years old in order... Read more »

04/06/21 1:07 PM

Governor signs bill allowing Wyoming road kill harvesting

CASPER, Wyo. — People will soon have an option to harvest the carcasses of animals they unintentionally hit or see get hit on Wyoming roadways with Governor Mark Gordon signing... Read more »

04/06/21 12:54 PM

Gordon green-lights bill to help put Wyoming-raised protein on school lunch trays

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has given the green-light for a program that aims to put Wyoming-raised meats on school lunch trays by signing House Bill 52 into law.... Read more »

04/05/21 5:01 PM

Wyoming beefs up antitrust penalties, raising maximum fine from $5K to $50K

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming is beefing up penalties for entities violating the state’s antitrust laws and is also expanding what would be considered a violation. With Governor Mark Gordon signing... Read more »

04/05/21 4:48 PM

Wyoming conservation stamp fees to increase to $21 to help provide reliable hunting and fishing access

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming hunters and anglers will see the fee for annual conervation stamps increase from $9 to $21 with Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signing House Bill 122 into... Read more »

04/05/21 3:09 PM

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Legislature

Gordon open to looking at expanding Juneteenth holiday in Wyoming

Judiciary committee agrees to draft measures creating ‘hate crimes’ laws in Wyo

Wyoming lawmakers mull major election changes

Wyoming voters could see two marijuana initiatives on 2022 ballots

Casper City Council to review controversial DEA funded drug interdiction operation on June 22

Wyoming has until 2026 to spend ~$1.7B in ARP funds; legislature scrap special summer session

Committee revives controversial Wyoming gun bill in surprise vote

States tap federal aid to shore up empty unemployment funds

Wyoming DCI agent under investigation over false testimony in case against hemp farmers

PHOTOS: UW approves designs for new ~$250M residence halls, parking garage, dining facility

Alabama legalizes medical; Wyoming now among only five states where marijuana is fully criminalized

Wyoming to receive ~$360M for education under ARP, offsetting projected $331M/yr deficit

Medicaid expansion revived despite flood of misinformation

SCSO: Former Democrat legislator was arrested in sting, followed law enforcement training

Wyo. Game and Fish working to implement roadkill harvesting rules, conservation stamp fee hikes and more

Wyoming NORML: Casper DEA-funded marijuana crackdown ‘an incredible waste of resources’

Hutchings celebrates passage of Wyoming ‘Unborn Victims of Violence Act’

Wyo emerges from legislature session with no long-term budget, ed solutions

Gordon signs bill prohibiting UW, community colleges from funding elective abortions

Gordon signs bill raising Wyoming license fees to help pay for ~$80M WYDOT system into law

Governor Gordon signs 10 bills into law Monday

‘Discombobulated’ Wyoming legislative session results in $430M cuts; new revenue measures largely fail

Gordon: Wyoming ‘will protect our firearms at all cost’

Wyoming to receive ~$1.1B under American Rescue Plan; governor announces priorities for use of the funds

Wyoming will need to use ~$331M in ‘rainy day’ dollars each year as legislature fails to pass K-12 funding changes

Governor signs resolution urging reversal of federal oil and gas policies that could put 20K Wyoming jobs at risk

Gordon signs bill aiming to allow Wyoming air ambulance membership services to resume

Gordon signs ‘born alive’ bill modifying Wyoming abortion restrictions

Wyoming voters will have to show ID at next election as Gordon signs new law

Governor green-lights $1.2M to sue other states for harming Wyoming coal

Governor Gordon acts on 34 bills Tuesday

In the 2021 Wyoming Legislature, major fights have mostly fizzled out

Wyoming creating new ‘Pioneer’ trapping licenses; will cost $20 for residents 65+

Wyoming to allow cities, towns to add municipal sales taxes via special elections

Gordon signs bill legalizing online sports wagering; estimated $449M market to open Sept. 1

Wyoming lowers minimum age for kids to hunt big game trophy animals

Governor signs bill allowing Wyoming road kill harvesting

Gordon green-lights bill to help put Wyoming-raised protein on school lunch trays

Wyoming beefs up antitrust penalties, raising maximum fine from $5K to $50K

Wyoming conservation stamp fees to increase to $21 to help provide reliable hunting and fishing access

Crime

Court

PD: CrimeStoppers tip led to felony charge against allegedly absconded sex offender

Suspect accused of robbing, striking person with gun during Snapchat meetup

Oil City Police Calls (6/22/21 – 6/23/21)

FBI offering rewards for help solving suspected 2017 homicide on Wind River Reservation

Drug sniffing dogs frequently give false alerts; marijuana legalization forcing K-9 Unit changes

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituary: Fred “Rico” Trujillo

Obituaries: Wolosin, Walker, Tucker, Howey

Obituaries: Jacobs, Williams, Whitten

Obituaries: DeVore, Parnizari

Obituaries: Bearnson, Deiss, Howard, Orr

Community

Community

Mosquito fogging efforts in Natrona County to begin around sunset Wednesday

Casper Fire-EMS: Calls for possible drownings on the rise with North Platte River seeing increasing use

Gordon allocates up to $2M in CARES funds to relaunch meat processing grants

Casper asking citizens to help identify sites related to African American settlement and history

Casper likely to see rain; 80% chance Friday before 90+-degree temps return next week

Wyoming

AP

Montana man arrested for causing fire near Yellowstone

Casper Fire-EMS urge people to weed eat, mow as vegetation dries out

Mosquito fogging efforts in Natrona County to begin around sunset Wednesday

Cheyenne Police seek help locating teenage runaway

Gordon allocates up to $2M in CARES funds to relaunch meat processing grants

Promoted

Community

This week: country music stars Eli Young Band and Parker McCollum take the stage at Gaslight Social

Casper-Natrona County Health Department looking to fill Coordinator HIV Case Management position

Cassity Dental Arts: Keeping family in their roots

Proof You’re a True Local – Because These 15 Things Say So!

Casper Medical Imaging celebrates 50 years serving the community

Galleries

Community

PHOTOS: Pony Express Re-Ride keeps ‘Western adventure’ alive

PHOTOS: ‘Wonder’ returns during 2021 Midsummer fest at Crimson Dawn