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Cuomo harassment allegations leave Democrats grappling with response

NEW YORK (AP) — Democrats across the country celebrated New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo as the face of governing competence as President Donald Trump fumbled his administration's response to the exploding pandemic last year.

03/02/21 4:38 AM

Senate confirms Cardona as Biden’s education secretary

03/01/21 7:40 PM

Wyoming House looks to require ID at the polls, exclude student, out-of-state IDs

03/01/21 7:30 PM

Minimum wage hike all but dead in big COVID relief bill

03/01/21 6:52 PM

Cheyenne man in custody after leading Troopers on I-25 chase Monday morning

03/01/21 5:57 PM

Game and Fish Commission meeting to elect new leadership, consider budget

03/01/21 5:44 PM

As Wyoming looks at school protein enhancement program, House asks if yak is on the menu

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming launched a pilot “school protein enhancement” pilot program in 2017 which began to explore making meat from Wyoming livestock a part of school lunches. Rep. Scott... Read more »

03/01/21 5:07 PM

Casper City Hall exterior redesign plans advance to city manager

CASPER, Wyo — Casper city planners got a look at a pair of concepts for the exterior-phase redesign of Casper City Hall Monday, March 1. Stateline No. 7 architect Lyle Murtha... Read more »

03/01/21 4:21 PM

Wyoming moves to raise antique vehicle fees, eliminate insurance loophole

CASPER, Wyo. — Under existing Wyoming law, people are able to pay a one-time $10 fee for an “antique” vehicle license plate. Drivers of vehicles licensed as “antiques” are not... Read more »

03/01/21 3:59 PM

Monday: 71 new confirmed COVID cases in Wyoming, 6 in Natrona

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reported 71 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 during their 3 pm Monday, March 1 update. There have been 46,147 total confirmed cases in Wyoming... Read more »

03/01/21 3:10 PM

Cheyenne medical doctor featured in Golden Globes skit

A doctor at the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was featured in a recorded comedy bit that played during the 78th Golden Globe awards show on NBC on Sunday night. The... Read more »

03/01/21 3:05 PM

United Methodist conservatives detail plans for a breakaway

Conservative leaders within the United Methodist Church unveiled plans Monday to form a new denomination, the Global Methodist Church, with a doctrine that does not recognize same-sex marriage.

03/01/21 2:35 PM

Wyoming looks to change vision requirements for driver’s licenses due to COVID-19

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature is working to modify visual requirements for someone to obtain a driver’s license. Rep. Jerry Obermueller (Natrona County) said during the House of Representatives... Read more »

03/01/21 2:15 PM

Barlow: Wyoming sees issues like economic diversification arise again and again

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming House Speaker Eric Barlow (Campbell, Converse County) said in a speech on the floor of the House on Monday that “it is certainly a different time... Read more »

03/01/21 1:23 PM

Nebraska man arrested in 1981 colorado homicide cold case

CHEYENNE, Wyo. A 62-year old man connected to the killing of a Colorado woman nearly 40 years ago through DNA evidence was arrested earlier this month in Nebraska, according to... Read more »

03/01/21 1:21 PM

2 teens charged after woman killed in car heading home from dinner with friends in Denver

The Denver District Attorney’s Office has filed charges in the death of Pamela Cabriales, 32, after she was shot in her vehicle recently. According to KUSA-TV, the suspects are ages... Read more »

03/01/21 1:10 PM

Greear: Wyoming ‘one of the last true bastions of representative democracy’

CASPER, Wyo. — House Speaker Pro Tempore Mike Greear (Big Horn, Washakie County) said on Monday, March 1 that “we are one of the last true bastions of representative democracy... Read more »

03/01/21 12:37 PM

States easing virus restrictions despite experts’ warnings

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — With the U.S. vaccination drive picking up speed and a third formula on the way, states eager to reopen for business are easing coronavirus restrictions despite warnings from health experts that the outbreak is far from over and that moving too quickly could prolong the misery.

03/01/21 12:22 PM

Oil City Police Calls (2/26/21 – 3/1/21)

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.

03/01/21 12:19 PM

Possible action at special UW Trustees meeting Wednesday

CASPER, Wyo–The University of Wyoming announced Monday that the Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting via teleconference at 7 a.m. Wednesday, March 3. “The meeting will begin in... Read more »

03/01/21 12:12 PM

Connolly: Wyoming must address ‘staggering need’ as state and residents’ struggles mount

CASPER, Wyo. — House Minority Floor Leader Cathy Connolly (Albany County) delivered a speech on the floor of the Wyoming House of Representatives on Monday, March 1 describing her view... Read more »

03/01/21 11:49 AM

Rollover claims two near Riverton, two others hospitalized

Two people have died and two others transported to the hospital, after a single vehicle rollover February 26. Wyoming Highway Patrol says the crash occurred on Wyoming 134 north of... Read more »

03/01/21 10:50 AM

Yellowstone to close roads for spring snow plowing; re-opening in April

CASPER, Wyo. — Yellowstone National Park said on Monday that the park will begin to close roads to over-snow travel on March 7. “ Spring plowing will start as road segments close,”... Read more »

03/01/21 10:43 AM

Fire weather returning to SE Wyoming before more mountain snow; 60 mph winds on I-80, I-25

CASPER, Wyo. — As temperatures trend warmer this week, the National Weather Service in Cheyenne said on Monday that southeast Wyoming and the Nebraska panhandle will see fire weather concerns... Read more »

03/01/21 10:30 AM

Casper to see 50+ degree temps this week and climb near 60 degrees Saturday

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper area is expected to see mostly sunny weather throughout the week along with climbing temperatures. Temperatures are expected to climb above 50 degrees later in... Read more »

03/01/21 10:12 AM

Recent Arrests (2/26/21 – 3/1/21)

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 recommended charges against them.

03/01/21 9:20 AM

3 University of Wyoming students die, 2 injured in car crash on Saturday night

CASPER, Wyo. – The University of Wyoming said that three UW students were killed in a two-car crash on Saturday night. In a statement sent to the UW community, UW... Read more »

03/01/21 9:08 AM

Biden to meet with Mexican president amid migration issues

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden is planning a virtual meeting Monday with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador — a chance for the pair to talk more fully about migration, confronting the coronavirus and cooperating on economic and national security issues.

03/01/21 7:13 AM

Voter ID bill advances in Wyoming Legislature

February 25, 2021 by Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile A measure to require a photo ID at the polls is sailing through the Legislature — despite testimony from the Secretary of State and local... Read more »

03/01/21 5:37 AM

Democratic voting bill would make biggest changes in decades

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress begins debate this week on sweeping voting and ethics legislation, Democrats and Republicans can agree on one thing: If signed into law, it would usher in the biggest overhaul of U.S. elections law in at least a generation.

03/01/21 5:09 AM

Trump calls Liz Cheney ‘warmonger’ during CPAC speech on Sunday

During his keynote speech at the 2021 Conservative Political Action Conference on Sunday, Former President Donald Trump listed out by name all of the Republican politicians in the House and... Read more »

03/01/21 5:01 AM

‘Nomandland,’ Borat,’ ‘The Crown’ win at bicoastal Globes

February 28, 2021 By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — With homebound nominees appearing by remote video and hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler on different sides... Read more »

02/28/21 9:25 PM

Trump calls for GOP unity, repeats lies about election loss

By JILL COLVIN Associated Press February 28, 2021 ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Taking the stage for the first time since leaving office, former President Donald Trump on Sunday called for... Read more »

02/28/21 5:53 PM

Author says 2022 Writers conference is ideal showcase Casper’s recreation economy

CASPER, Wyo —  Casper College writing instructor, outdoor journalist, and author Dave Zoby told Oil City News he’s already hearing excitement around town about Casper’s winning bid to host the... Read more »

02/28/21 3:56 PM

Wyofile: Week 50 of the pandemic in Wyoming (Feb. 20-26)

February 26, 2021 by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile An estimated 65%-75% of Wyoming lawmakers will have received at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot by the start of the hybrid in-person and online legislative... Read more »

02/28/21 2:11 PM

UN Human Rights Office says 18 killed in Myanmar crackdown

YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Security forces in Myanmar opened fire and made mass arrests Sunday as they sought to break up protests against the military’s seizure of power, and a... Read more »

02/28/21 11:56 AM

Cuomo asks state AG, top judge, to launch harassment probe

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has asked the state’s attorney general and chief appeals court judge to jointly appoint an independent lawyer to investigate claims he... Read more »

02/28/21 11:27 AM

32 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Wyo since Friday, 110 recoveries

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reported 32 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 since Friday during their weekend update Sunday, Feb. 28. There have been 46,076 total confirmed cases in... Read more »

02/28/21 9:56 AM

PHOTOS: 2021 4A Wyoming High School State Wrestling Championships

CASPER, Wyo. – Natrona County High School wrestlers dominated Saturday’s 4A Wyoming High School State Wrestling Championships. NCHS took the championship title, with Sheridan taking second and Thunder Basin taking... Read more »

02/28/21 7:51 AM

Natrona County Health celebrates 10,000 doses; expects to reach next phase by end of March

CASPER, Wyo — Casper-Natrona County Health Department (CNCHD) Executive Director Anna Kinder said that the county has received dose-number 10,000 of the COVID-19 vaccine this week. “Our staff is getting... Read more »

02/27/21 5:25 PM
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Crime

Crime

Cheyenne man in custody after leading Troopers on I-25 chase Monday morning

03/01/21 5:57 PM

Nebraska man arrested in 1981 colorado homicide cold case

03/01/21 1:21 PM

2 teens charged after woman killed in car heading home from dinner with friends in Denver

03/01/21 1:10 PM

Oil City Police Calls (2/26/21 – 3/1/21)

03/01/21 12:19 PM

Recent Arrests (2/26/21 – 3/1/21)

03/01/21 9:20 AM

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Johnson, Beavis

03/01/21 5:31 AM

Obituaries: Folz, Brewer

02/26/21 4:18 AM

Obituaries: Stainbrook, Halsey

02/25/21 4:32 AM

After 5-decades in Wyo diocese, Father Sheridan heads to native Ireland in death

02/24/21 1:59 PM

Obituaries: Ewers, Finley, Conklin, Apostolos

02/24/21 5:55 AM

Community

Animals

Game and Fish Commission meeting to elect new leadership, consider budget

03/01/21 5:44 PM

As Wyoming looks at school protein enhancement program, House asks if yak is on the menu

03/01/21 5:07 PM

Casper City Hall exterior redesign plans advance to city manager

03/01/21 4:21 PM

Monday: 71 new confirmed COVID cases in Wyoming, 6 in Natrona

03/01/21 3:10 PM

Cheyenne medical doctor featured in Golden Globes skit

03/01/21 3:05 PM

Wyoming

Latest News

Wyoming House looks to require ID at the polls, exclude student, out-of-state IDs

03/01/21 7:30 PM

Cheyenne man in custody after leading Troopers on I-25 chase Monday morning

03/01/21 5:57 PM

Game and Fish Commission meeting to elect new leadership, consider budget

03/01/21 5:44 PM

As Wyoming looks at school protein enhancement program, House asks if yak is on the menu

03/01/21 5:07 PM

Wyoming moves to raise antique vehicle fees, eliminate insurance loophole

03/01/21 3:59 PM

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02/19/21 2:52 PM

Galleries

Community

PHOTOS: 2021 4A Wyoming High School State Wrestling Championships

02/28/21 7:51 AM

PHOTOS: Casper chills under minus 15 degree temps during bitter cold snap early Friday

02/12/21 8:02 AM

PHOTO GALERY: KW and NCHS compete in the 2021 State Spirit Competition

01/30/21 10:30 AM

PHOTO GALLERY: Gaetz’s anti-Cheney rally attracts hundreds to Wyo Capitol

01/28/21 4:15 PM

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

01/21/21 11:37 AM

National/World

AP

Cuomo harassment allegations leave Democrats grappling with response

03/02/21 4:38 AM

Senate confirms Cardona as Biden’s education secretary

03/01/21 7:40 PM

Minimum wage hike all but dead in big COVID relief bill

03/01/21 6:52 PM

United Methodist conservatives detail plans for a breakaway

03/01/21 2:35 PM

Nebraska man arrested in 1981 colorado homicide cold case

03/01/21 1:21 PM
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