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Two new abortion bans to become law in Wyoming
Gov. Gordon signs one bill to ban medication-induced abortions and lets another near-complete ban go into effect without his signature.
State investigates massive methane release
Satellites detected a methane plume nearly 5 miles long, originating from a natural gas processing plant just north of Douglas.
Severe weather, disease create deadly challenges for pronghorns
Biologists say pronghorn numbers naturally fluctuate, but this winter is hitting the species particularly hard in some areas.
Severe winter, disease create deadly challenges for pronghorn
Biologists say pronghorn numbers naturally fluctuate, but this winter is hitting the species particularly hard in some areas.
‘Election Integrity and Security’ facts vanish from state website
Previous secretary of state launched a public information campaign following the 2020 election to combat misinformation, boost voter confidence. It’s
Amid drought, ‘weird’ winter boosts snowpack, water forecast
Above-average snowpack across most of the state promises to ease drought conditions.
Maintenance savant Jed Lane keeps Wyoming Capitol running
The HVAC specialist is so essential to state government one lawmaker has threatened to pass a law banning his retirement.
Property tax problem gets short- and long-term fixes
Some lawmakers were ‘disappointed’ that the Legislature didn’t do more to address soaring residential property taxes. What they did accomplish
Abortion bans await governor’s action
The governor, who must decide by March 18 whether to sign two measures outlawing abortion, is weighing questions of constitutionality
Abortion bans await Gov. Gordon’s action
The governor, who must decide by March 18 whether to sign two measures outlawing abortion, is weighing questions of constitutionality
Postpartum Medicaid extension dodges foes, becomes law
Legislation to provide healthcare coverage to low-income mothers after giving birth met heavy opposition, but prevailed — frequently by a
Outdoor recreation trust fund passes Legislature
State has long wrestled with how to embrace the growing industry and capture its economic benefits. New fund begins to
Hunters pan legislative inaction, call for citizen response on corner crossing
Lawmaker reluctant to consider new laws while a $9-million civil suit against four Missouri men is pending in federal court.
With budget, governor, legislature land on same fiscal page
Lawmakers socked away a record $1.4 billion into savings while restoring some funds to ‘eroded’ public services.
State investigates massive methane release
Tallgrass Energy is under investigation for potentially venting 845 metric tons of methane north of Douglas.
Legislative committee meets behind closed doors with railroad
The House Minerals Committee held a rare executive session to discuss coal shipping challenges and proprietary information with BNSF Railway.
Wyoming’s soon-to-drop shed hunting rules set new precedent
At the direction of the Wyoming Legislature, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department is poised to debut shed-antler-gathering regulations that
Crossover voting bill goes to governor’s desk
If enacted, law would prohibit voters from changing their party affiliation during the 96 days leading up to the primary
Through black ice and whiteouts, plow driver minds South Pass
Severe conditions have created a busy season for Kevin Maynard and WYDOT’s fleet of drivers. Staff shortages only complicate the
Guns, juries and public offices: Some with felonies could regain firearm rights
Wyoming residents with a first-time, nonviolent felony conviction could potentially see their right to own a firearm restored, thanks to
Thousands in Wyoming could soon lose their health insurance
The end of federal emergency declarations are prompting Wyoming to reassess individual Medicaid qualifications.
Desire to save coal plants drives energy legislation
Whether through litigation, ban or mandate, energy legislation has centered on helping fossil fuels while erecting cautionary sideboards for wind
Corner-crossing judge: Agent opinion on ranch value irrelevant
A real estate agent’s opinion that hunters should pay financial damages for passing through the airspace of a ranch doesn’t
Wyoming won’t forget late football legend Dobler
Years in the NFL trenches brought the offensive guard fame but left his body crippled and mind corroded.
‘Don’t do it’: Utility responds to latest coal mandate
A small Wyoming oil company is behind a bill that would force CO2 capture at coal smokestacks.
Off-reservation hunting bill advances despite tribal objections
Native American senator’s amendment to scrub language that infringes on tribal sovereignty voted down in committee.
Bill to help fund EMS heads to governor’s desk
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A bill to help counties form and fund EMS districts is heading to Gov. Mark Gordon’s desk
Crossover voting bill rises from the grave
The Senate employed a rarely used rule to resurrect failed legislation and thwart the will of one of its committees.
Cheyenne woman saves countless lives, including her own
Seventeen years into recovery, Karen Miller continues to help those struggling with substance use disorders.
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