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Laramie County weekly arrest report (11/4/26–11/13/26)
Law enforcement agencies in Laramie County released a compiled arrest report covering Nov. 4 through Nov. 13. The logs record arrests and recommended charges, but are not comprehensive and may not include every arrest…

Deputies detain two after Friday night shooting in Cheyenne
Laramie County sheriff’s deputies detained two people early Saturday after a shooting in Cheyenne sent one person to the hospital Friday night. The victim arrived at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center around 9:30 p.m…

There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays!
Cheyenne’s Historic Governors’ Mansion will host its annual Tinsel Through Time Christmas exhibit from November 21 to December 24. This year’s “Home for the Holidays” theme decorates the rooms in styles from different…

Cheyenne PD searching for soccer field vandals
Cheyenne police are seeking suspects after tire tracks damaged multiple soccer fields at Cheyenne North Park on Friday morning. The department said officers were dispatched to the park and found extensive damage across…
Got burned buying an event ticket? Wyoming could change the rules
A Wyoming legislative committee has advanced a draft bill requiring ticket sellers and resellers to issue refunds when an event is canceled, a ticket is counterfeit or invalid, or it does not match its advertised…

Detention center inmate charged with 'donkey kicking,' spitting at deputies
Christopher Grant, an inmate at the Laramie County Detention Center in Cheyenne, was charged after allegedly kicking one deputy and spitting in another’s eye during an Oct. 28 incident. The sheriff’s office said…

An ordinance regarding data center specific use standards went through its first reading
Cheyenne City Council gave an initial reading to an ordinance setting specific-use standards for data centers, then paused consideration for two weeks to study the issue. Proposed rules include closed-loop cooling…

LCSD1 activity driver John West chosen for Nov. employee spotlight
Laramie County School District 1 has selected activity driver John West for its November employee spotlight, recognizing his 21 years of service. The district praised his support for students and colleagues, including…

McCormick Junior High's Danielle McCort is LCSD1 student of the week for Nov. 16
Danielle McCort, an eighth grader at McCormick Junior High in Cheyenne, has been named Laramie County School District 1’s student of the week for Nov. 16. The honors student participates in Math Counts and Science…

BREAKING: FAA orders ground stop across country; Cheyenne airport affected
The FAA ordered a nationwide ground stop Friday afternoon because a communications issue was affecting all U.S. air traffic control centers. The halt also applies to flights at Cheyenne Regional Airport, Deputy Director…

Slime store, opening in Frontier Mall Saturday, benefits Colorado animal rescue
Slimeology is opening at Frontier Mall in Cheyenne, offering children a place to create custom slime and host parties. Customers can choose slime types, colors, scents and add-ins such as glitter and beads. Owners…

Petition challenging 3000+ acre annexation fails after not receiving enough valid signatures
A petition seeking to block the Cheyenne City Council’s approval of an annexation covering more than 3,400 acres failed to gather enough valid signatures, the city clerk said. The annexation will therefore remain in…

(OPINION) The Mayor’s Minute with Patrick Collins (11/13/26)
Cheyenne Mayor Patrick Collins writes about attending a Wyoming Select Water Committee meeting and hearing updates on the Colorado River system, stormwater drainage and water use by data centers. State Engineer Brandon…

Dunkin' surprises Wyoming Teacher of the Year Brian Cox with year of free coffee Friday
Wyoming Teacher of the Year Brian Cox was surprised with a year of free Dunkin’ coffee at South High School in Cheyenne on Friday. The franchise owners also brought doughnuts and $5 gift cards for students in his…

Laramie County Recent Arrests (11/10/26–11/13/26)
The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office released its recent arrests log covering Nov. 10 through Nov. 13. The list includes people arrested or contacted by law enforcement and the recommended charges, including drug…

Wyoming gas prices Drop 22 cents
Wyoming’s average price for regular gasoline fell 22 cents in a week, giving drivers some relief at the pump. The statewide average is about $3.11 per gallon, while the national average has dropped below $3 for the…

Proposed wind project southeast of Cheyenne gets Laramie County Planning support
The Laramie County Planning Commission recommended support for Enyo’s permit application for a proposed energy project southeast of Cheyenne. The request now goes to the county commissioners next week. The development…
The political landscape has shifted in Wyoming. Now comes the test: Who will lead the legislature
Wyoming lawmakers are set to elect leaders for the state House and Senate on Saturday, as a changed political balance reshapes the legislature ahead of its next general session. The Wyoming Freedom Caucus, which had…

Mild temperatures hold in Cheyenne today ahead of cooler weekend
Cheyenne is forecast to remain warm and dry Friday, with partly sunny skies and a high near 61 degrees, before a Pacific storm system brings cooler weather. Saturday will be mostly cloudy, with a 20% chance of showers…
Inside Chuck Gray’s working relationship with election denier Cleta Mitchell
Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray has a working relationship with Cleta Mitchell, a lawyer known for promoting false claims about the 2020 election. The story examines their connection and its political context…

Wyoming’s Barrasso secures No. 2 GOP post as Senate Minority Whip
Republican senators elected Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso as minority whip for the incoming 120th Congress, making him the party’s No. 2 leader in the Senate. Barrasso said Republicans must unite in opposing the Democratic…

Gov. Gordon orders Wyoming flag lowered to half-staff on Friday
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon ordered the state flag lowered to half-staff at the State Capitol and in Sweetwater County on Friday, Nov. 13, in honor of former state Representative and Senator Raymond Sarcletti…

Wyoming GOP gives 2026 post-election thoughts, says Title 22 fight continues
Wyoming Republican Party Chairman Bryan Miller said the party had few surprises in the state’s recent elections, while noting Democrat Britney Tennant’s win in House District 11. Miller also renewed the GOP’s opposition…

Men stopped near Colorado border, arrested after K9 reportedly finds large amount of drugs
Two men face felony drug charges after deputies stopped their truck on Interstate 25 south of Cheyenne on Nov. 7. A drug-detection dog led officers to a hidden compartment containing 168 grams of methamphetamine, 4.5…

Mounted procession to decorate Cheyenne bronzes with wreaths on Nov. 21
A mounted procession will travel through downtown Cheyenne on Nov. 21, placing wreaths on the bronze statues along Capitol Avenue. Led by the Mounted Marshals, the Lighting the Legacy event will depart the Wyoming State…

Warm, dry weather holds in Cheyenne through Friday before weekend cooldown
Cheyenne and Laramie County are forecast to stay warmer and drier than usual through Friday, with sunny or mostly clear skies and highs near 64 degrees Thursday and 61 Friday. A cold front is expected Saturday, lowering…

Yard waste pickups end for season Nov. 19; drop-offs at Compost Facility still accepted
Cheyenne’s residential yard-waste pickup program will end for the season on Nov. 19, with the final pickup week running Nov. 16–19. Residents can schedule one last branch pickup by calling the city’s Sanitation…

Cheyenne man charged with breaking into ex's home, attacking other man with edged weapon
Chad Laganiere faces two felony charges and a misdemeanor after police say he broke into his ex-partner’s home in east Cheyenne on Nov. 5 and attacked another man with an edged weapon. The victim suffered a deep cut…

Republicans vie for leadership positions in 69th Legislature
Wyoming lawmakers are set to elect legislative leaders on Saturday ahead of the 69th Legislature’s upcoming session. Sen. Tara Nethercott is the sole candidate for Senate president, while Sens. Cale Case and Ed Cooper…