Lummis introduces COAL Act during Senate ‘Coal Week’
CHEYENNE (WNE) — U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., on Thursday led U.S. Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo. in introducing the Combating Obstruction Against Leasing Act. This legislation, if passed into law, would codify President Donald Trump’s coal executive order, directing the…
Economic Analysis releases quarterly report on state economy
CHEYENNE (WNE) — Coal and oil production and the number of jobs in Wyoming have increased slightly in the last quarter, while tax collections have decreased. This is according to the MACRO Report, a quarterly publication that focuses on employment,…
UW experiences enrollment growth
For the second straight semester, the University of Wyoming is reporting an increase in enrollment. This was reported by Chad Baldwin, AVP of Marketing and Communications with UW. “It’s good news as the trajectory of higher education has been…
Wyoming Game and Fish elk feedgrounds under review in the Bridger-Teton
Elk feedground use on the Bridger-Teton National Forest is under review. The B-T reports the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission (WGFC) has applied for continued long-term use of facilities at Dell Creek and Forest Park elk feedgrounds to conduct…
Amid $400 million highway funding shortfall, Wyoming lawmakers reject fuel tax increase
• Since the state last hiked fuel taxes in 2013, revenue for WYDOT has lagged behind while construction costs have risen. By Maggie Mullen, WyoFile.com It remains unclear how Wyoming will address a $400 million annual shortfall in…
Capitol evacuated after reports of a suspected explosive device
By Ivy Secrest and Noah Zahn Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Things are expected to be back to normal today at the Wyoming State Capitol after the building was evacuated and closed most of Tuesday…
Ryan Yarborough Set for Oct. 25 NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salute
• Yarborough, a two-time First Team All-American who twice led the nation in receiving yards, is a member of the 2025 NFF College Football Hall of Fame Class. Wyoming and The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall…
Wyoming legislators advance trucker English proficiency bill amid federal crackdown
By Noah Zahn Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — A group of Wyoming legislators voted Monday to sponsor a bill aimed at enforcing English-language proficiency requirements for commercial motor vehicle drivers operating within the state. As…
Pokes in the Pros: Week 7
Logan Wilson was in the news this week, but it wasn’t in the most flattering way. The former University of Wyoming linebacker was told his snaps would be reduced, making way for a rookie to play more. Wilson didn’t pout or…
As Wyoming maternity care continues to erode, lawmakers mull ‘Band-Aids’
• Legislative committee advances two of five measures aimed at maintaining delivery services. Critics questioned whether one of the two, which set off a lengthy abortion debate, belonged in the discussion. By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com When Banner Health announced…