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07/11/2024

The Family of Dwight M. Brockman writes: "It is bittersweet at best, for this is not the end but only the beginning of the end, as there is still a long judicial process to come."

Cap City News publishes letters, cartoons and opinions as a public service. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinions of Cap City News or its

07/11/2024

"It is incumbent upon all agencies and record custodians to fully comply with their important responsibilities in producing public records, The WPRA demands no less,” the ruling states.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Laramie County District Court has ruled that the Wyoming Department of Education, along with two of its top officials, knowingly and

07/11/2024

Sky is playing at the Cheyenne Depot Plaza, gamer event at the Library, and food trucks station at the mall.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Friday nights in Cheyenne can be lively and fun if looking in the right place. There are several free events available to the public.

07/11/2024

Joe Ricketts has ordered workers to restore “hilltop to its original form,” according to attorney’s letter.

07/11/2024

The quilt show is open to the public, who can vote on their favorite quilts on July 11-12 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming State Quilt Guild Southeast Region has kicked off Quilt Wyoming at Laramie County Community College. Starting today, July 11,

07/11/2024

A missing Idaho woman has been identified after being found dead in a submerged passenger car in Grand Teton National Park.

CASPER, Wyo. — A missing Idaho woman has been identified after being found dead in a submerged passenger car in Grand Teton National Park. According to a

07/11/2024

“It was a big, big thing,” one concession employee said. Recovery, “it’s going to take some time.”

07/11/2024

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07/11/2024

All of those cited or arrested are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filings from the Laramie County District Attorney’s Office. Information is provided by the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Here is the arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Laramie County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were

07/11/2024

“A long duration heat wave is forecast over the area,” NWS Lead Forecaster Timothy Trudel reports.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne residents can expect very hot temperatures over the weekend. Highs will range from the mid-90s to around 100 degrees. These

07/11/2024

"The beauty of the Bighorns in the distance," writes photographer Amber Brinkerhoff. "I took this photo as we were coming into Wyoming. We were coming home from Montana, and it was a beautiful evening. This photo was taken around 7:00 p.m. or so."

Do you have a photo that captures the beauty of ? Submit it by visiting bit.ly/wondrouswyo and filling out the form, and we may share it!

07/10/2024

Good luck, Brush 13 team!

Brush 13 is headed to the Lake Fire in California. The crew consists of 2 of our members and 2 members from other Laramie County Fire Districts 6 and 10! We’re excited to help and support our firefighting family in California! Stay safe guys!

Fire information: https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2024/7/5/lake-fire/updates/e34cf31c-8cbf-49ca-b068-d2afb9c204c7

07/10/2024

Of the 57 organizations that received grants for 2024, six of them are from Laramie County.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Hunger Initiative, spearheaded by Wyoming First Lady Jennie Gordon, allocated a total of $207,022 to fund the infrastructure

07/10/2024

The candidates discussed their opinions on topics such as intellectual freedom and maintaining library infrastructure.

The candidates discussed their opinions on topics such as intellectual freedom, the responsibilities of the library board of directors and maintaining county infrastructure.

07/10/2024

State agency proposes regulation change to address damage to dry rangelands in the wake of a controversial bill’s death.

07/10/2024

Provided below are the defendants and charges from appearances in Laramie County Circuit Court. All persons cited are presumed innocent until convicted or pleading guilty. Official charges are subject to change by the Laramie County District Attorney’s Office.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Provided below are the defendants and charges from appearances in Laramie County Circuit Court. All persons cited are presumed innocent

07/10/2024

During an inventory of his backpack, officers found two items taken from the vehicle.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne Police arrested 33-year-old Benjamin James-George Woodworth on July 9 at 3:28 a.m. for burglary. Officers responded to a

07/10/2024

Witnesses provided information that led officers to locate the vehicle on Artesian Road.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Laramie County Sheriff's Office arrested 38-year-old Johnn Thomas Woyak on July 9 for assault with a deadly weapon. Officers

07/10/2024

Funds raised in 2023 are the equivalent of $2.86 coming from external partners for every Game and Fish dollar allocated.

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Aquatic and terrestrial habitat project investments topped $13 million in 2023, funding efforts crucial for conserving and growing

07/10/2024

Rangers responded to the call, located Fussner’s vehicle unoccupied in the Canyon area, and learned Fussner was likely armed and dangerous.

CASPER, Wyo. — The man shot to death by Yellowstone Park law enforcement rangers last week was firing a semi-automatic rifle at a dining room at Canyon

07/10/2024

Officer Painter confirmed Pacheco’s identity using prior booking photos and distinctive tattoos.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Patrick Benjamin Pacheco, 50, was arrested by the Cheyenne Police Department on July 9. Pacheco, who was on the Laramie County Sheriff's

07/10/2024

Three rangers responded to a report at 9:39 a.m. Monday that a Xanterra employee at the Roosevelt Lodge had made statements like “The next mass shooting will be here.”

CASPER, Wyo. — On Monday, rangers at Yellowstone National Park arrested a park concessionaire employee after he threatened to kill people, according to a

07/10/2024

Here is the arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Laramie County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested and the recommended charges against them.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Here is the arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Laramie County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were

07/10/2024

A decision in the U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, Ryan Semerad said, is unlikely to end legal saga over access to corner-locked public land.

07/10/2024

Obituaries are a complimentary service of Cap City News. To order a free or custom obit, please follow the link at our obits page.

07/10/2024

Brandon Wills, NWS Meteorologist, added that “hot temperatures continue to be well advertised in the long term forecast.”

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A potentially significant heat wave is likely to affect Cheyenne from Thursday through Monday, according to the National Weather Service.

07/10/2024

What's the fox say? We're not sure, but thanks to photographer Libby Ngo, we at least get to see one!

"[This was taken in] Casper, Wyoming during the evening, " Ngo writes. "It shows the beautiful creatures we have in our backyard here in Wyoming."

Do you have a photo that captures the beauty of ? Submit it by visiting bit.ly/wondrouswyo and filling out the form, and we may share it!

07/10/2024

The Cheyenne Police Department is requesting assistance locating a missing person.

Zachary Milner is 23-years-old, 220 lbs and 6'00" tall. Zachary has blonde hair and blue eyes, and he was last seen on Saturday, July 6th.
If you have any information about Zachary’s whereabouts please contact dispatch at (307) 637-6525.

07/09/2024

The City of Cheyenne will host an open house next week for residents to provide feedback on the future of the new Rotary Park.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The City of Cheyenne will host an open house next week for residents to provide feedback on the future of the new Rotary Park. Those who

07/09/2024

Following the autopsy of an unidentified body found recently at the Mirror Lake Recreational area, the case is now being treated as a homicide investigation.

MIRROR LAKE, Wyo. — Following the autopsy of an unidentified body found recently at the Mirror Lake Recreational area, the case is now being treated

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