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14-Year-Old Homicide Suspect Arrested in Wyoming
On July 16, the Denver Police Department, with assistance from the FBI Safe Streets Task Force and Casper Police Department, arrested 14-year-old Steven Marquez, who was wanted for the homicide of Todd Kidd that occurred on July 10, 2024, at approximately 6:40 p.m., in the area of 29th and Larimer Streets.
Perry pleads guilty to manslaughter; sentencing scheduled for October
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Russell Perry pleaded guilty to an amended charge of involuntary manslaughter on July 18 in District Court. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine. The state will argue for an eight- to 12-year incarceration in accordance with a...
Laramie Police, Albany County Sheriff To Help With Cheyenne Frontier Days
The Laramie Police Department, Albany County Sheriff's Office, and possibly the University of Wyoming Police Department will be helping with law enforcement during Cheyenne Frontier Days 2024. Extra officers from Torrington and Pine Bluffs will also be helping out, with those agencies expected to contribute perhaps two or three officers...
Casper man dead after semi vs train collision in Nebraska
CASPER, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - Nebraska officials are investigating a collision between a train and a semi truck which resulted in the death of a Casper resident. The collision was reported around 2:45 pm on Tuesday, July 16 afternoon on US Highway 34 in Dundy County, located in the Southwest corner of Nebraska, bordering Colorado and Kansas.
Cheyenne police install signals to ease Frontier Days traffic
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne Police Department has announced the installation of four temporary traffic signals at the intersection of West 8th Avenue and Carey Avenue, close to Frontier Park. These signals are intended to manage traffic flow and enhance street safety during Cheyenne Frontier Days. Motorists should treat...
Casper’s Jarron Janzen Inks for Rodeo at Colorado Northwestern CC
Rodeo cowboy Jarron Janzen, who graduated early this year from Kelly Walsh High School, has signed up to compete in rodeo at Colorado Northwestern College. Janzen competed in saddle bronc riding on the high school rodeo circuit. He placed sixth during the 2023-24 season. Janzen won a round in saddle...
Step Back in Time and Celebrate Casper’s Namesake with “Caspar Collins Day”
Fort Caspar is commemorating Casper's namesake with "Caspar Collins Day" on Saturday, July 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend this FREE event. Explore a pioneer camp, meet mountain men and an emigrant Trail Boss along with Frontier Army soldiers. See Mormon handcarts and classic vehicles on display from the Oil Capitol Auto Club and play old-fashioned kids games.
Program seeking temporary homes for kids in court system struggles with recruitment, retention
Rich Ohm was going to say no. He and his wife are busy with their Watertown-based business, their children are all grown, and they aim to spend up to two months each year traveling out of the country. But he surprised himself — and his wife. He said yes to...
KOTA Cares: Belle Fourche cheerleaders rally community support to make it to NYC
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Every year, thousands of cheerleaders around the country audition to be chosen to cheer in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. This year seven Belle Fourche cheerleaders have been selected to represent their town in New York, but they only have until September 1 to come up with the funds to attend. So, they are asking their community for help.
Wyoming Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo at David Street Station
The Wyoming Firearms and Outdoor Recreation Expo at David Street Station is happening in Casper on Saturday, July 20 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free to the public. The event will feature exhibitor booths by Wyoming's top industry leaders. There will be live-entertainers, family-friendly games, and food trucks.
Here’s Your Chance to Win a Restored 1979 F-250 in Central Wyoming
The Boys & Girls Club of Central Wyoming is celebrating 55 years of providing services to the youth of Central Wyoming by holding a special drawing for a pristinely restored 1979 Ford Truck. This Ford F-250 Ranger features a robust 460 engine, making it a blend of vintage appeal and...
Severe Storms Possible In SE Wyoming Thursday, Friday
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service says strong storms are possible in southeast Wyoming on Thursday and Friday, with strong winds and large hail being the primary hazards. The agency posted the following on its website: Storms are expected through late this week with a few severe thunderstorms...
Wyoming Game & Fish helicopter fish stocking to soon take place in lakes outside of Dubois, Lander
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department, in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service, will soon be conducting helicopter stocking of fish in backcountry and wilderness lakes outside of Dubois and Lander. This initiative will include lakes in the Shoshone National Forest, specifically in the Popo Agie and Fitzpatrick Wildernesses. Over...
State considers limiting local authority over housing, zoning and development
As a state panel eyes limiting local governments’ authority to regulate development, two mayors are calling on the Legislature to address housing shortages and affordability by instead giving municipalities more tools. The Legislature’s Regulatory Reduction Task Force is set to meet in Cheyenne on Thursday to consider six draft...
Gaining altitude: Gillette Police Department exploring law enforcement drone frontier
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Seeing a police drone could become as normal as seeing a police dog in the community — or at least that’s the end goal sought by Gillette Police Detective Cpl. Dan Stroup. From initial first responders to tactical crisis negotiation and missing person searches,...
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