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Wyoming Republicans strike defiant tone as Democratic sweep of Congress ushers in a new era
WASHINGTON—The midterm election blowout delivered a new era in Washington, with Democrats in Congress eager to meet voter demands for change while Republicans watched their majorities evaporate after a revolt against President Donald Trump and his party in power. Democrats ousted Republicans from coast to coast, with many surprising places in between, in a decisive rejection of unified GOP control for the promise of something different for the country.
Wyomingites head to the polls today. Here’s what to know.
Wyoming voters will head to the polls today to elect the state’s next governor and decide whether to dramatically reduce residential property taxes at the expense of local revenue. They’ll also cast ballots for a bevy of statewide and local races, from secretary of state to sheriff. While Republican dominance in the Equality State means that many key races are effectively decided during the August primary, there are still several contests with important consequences in today’s general election.
Mental evaluation sought for Wyoming ex-journalist accused of forgery
The criminal cases against a former Wyoming journalist accused of perjury and forging documents should be suspended while she undergoes a mental evaluation, her attorney wrote in new court filings. The attorney asked a judge in Platte County to order that April Marie Morganroth undergo an outpatient evaluation by the Wyoming State Hospital’s Criminal Justice Service.
Mental evaluation sought for Wyoming ex-journalist accused of forgery
The criminal cases against a former Wyoming journalist accused of perjury and forging documents should be suspended while she undergoes a mental evaluation, her attorney wrote in new court filings. kAm%96 2EE@C?6J 2D<65 2 ;F586 :? !=2EE6 r@F?EJ E@ @C56C E92E pAC:= |2C:6 |@C82?C@E9 F?56C8@ 2? @FEA2E:6?E 6G2=F2E:@? 3J E96 (J@>:?8 $E2E6 w@DA:E2=’D rC:>:?2= yFDE:46 $6CG:46]k^Am kAm“%96C6 :D C62D@?23=6 42FD6 E@ 36=:6G6 E92E ,|@C82?C@E9. 92D 2 >6?E2= :==?6DD @C 567:4:6?4J[ 2?5 :E :D ?646DD2CJ E92E 2?
Mental evaluation sought for Wyoming journalist accused of forgery
The criminal cases against a former Wyoming journalist accused of perjury and forging documents should be suspended while she undergoes a mental evaluation, her attorney wrote in new court filings. The attorney asked a judge in Platte County to order that April Marie Morganroth undergo an outpatient evaluation by the Wyoming State Hospital’s Criminal Justice Service.
Mental evaluation sought for Wyoming journalist accused of forgery
The criminal cases against a former Wyoming journalist accused of perjury and forging documents should be suspended while she undergoes a mental evaluation, her attorney wrote in new court filings. The attorney asked a judge in Platte County to order that April Marie Morganroth undergo an outpatient evaluation by the Wyoming State Hospital’s Criminal Justice Service.
Sikh truck driver stabbed at rest stop
A Punjabi Sikh truck driver suffered multiple stab wounds when a man attacked him with a knife in the bathroom of a western Wyoming rest stop, authorities say. The driver told police the man attacked him from behind at about 3:30 a.m. Sunday at the Bitter Creek Rest Area along Interstate 80 east of Rock Springs. The assailant stabbed the man multiple times, including twice each in the neck and chest, according to investigators with the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office.
Sikh truck driver stabbed at Wyoming rest stop, suspect faces attempted murder charge
A Punjabi Sikh truck driver suffered multiple stab wounds when a man attacked him with a knife in the bathroom of a western Wyoming rest stop, authorities say. The driver told police the man attacked him from behind at about 3:30 a.m. Sept. 13 at the Bitter Creek Rest Area along Interstate 80 east of Rock Springs. The assailant stabbed the man multiple times, including twice each in the neck and chest, according to investigators with the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office.
Sikh truck driver stabbed at Wyoming rest stop, suspect faces attempted murder charge
A Punjabi Sikh truck driver suffered multiple stab wounds when a man attacked him with a knife in the bathroom of a western Wyoming rest stop, authorities say. The driver told police the man attacked him from behind at about 3:30 a.m. Sunday at the Bitter Creek Rest Area along Interstate 80 east of Rock Springs. The assailant stabbed the man multiple times, including twice each in the neck and chest, according to investigators with the Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office.
Sikh truck driver stabbed at Wyoming rest stop, suspect faces attempted murder charge
A Punjabi Sikh truck driver suffered multiple stab wounds when a man attacked him with a knife in the bathroom of a western Wyoming rest stop, authorities say. The driver told police the man attacked him from behind at about 3:30 a.m. Sunday at the Bitter Creek Rest Area along Interstate 80 east of Rock Springs. The assailant stabbed the man multiple times, including twice each in the neck and chest, according to investigators with the Sweetwater County Sheriffâs Office.
Sikh truck driver stabbed at Wyoming rest stop, suspect faces attempted murder charge
A Punjabi Sikh truck driver suffered multiple stab wounds when a man attacked him with a knife in the bathroom of a western Wyoming rest stop, authorities say. The driver told police the man attacked him from behind at about 3:30 a.m. Sunday at the Bitter Creek Rest Area along Interstate 80 east of Rock Springs. The assailant stabbed the man multiple times, including twice each in the neck and chest, according to investigators with the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office.
Sikh truck driver stabbed at Wyoming rest stop, suspect faces attempted murder charge
A Punjabi Sikh truck driver suffered multiple stab wounds when a man attacked him with a knife in the bathroom of a western Wyoming rest stop, authorities say. The driver told police the man attacked him from behind at about 3:30 a.m. Sunday at the Bitter Creek Rest Area along Interstate 80 east of Rock Springs. The assailant stabbed the man multiple times, including twice each in the neck and chest, according to investigators with the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office.
Wyoming judge strikes down ultrasound requirement, two other abortion laws
A Wyoming judge struck down three abortion laws Friday, the latest instance of the courts rejecting attempts by state lawmakers to curtail the procedure in the Equality State. Retired District Judge Thomas T. C. Campbell ruled the laws violated a 2012 amendment to the Wyoming Constitution that protects individuals’ rights to make their own health care decisions.
Wyoming judge strikes down ultrasound requirement, two other abortion laws
A Wyoming judge struck down three abortion laws on Friday, the latest instance of the courts here rejecting attempts by state lawmakers to curtail the procedure in the Equality State. kAm#6E:C65 s:DEC:4E yF586 %9@>2D %] r] r2>A36== CF=65 E96 =2HD G:@=2E65 2 a_`a 2>6?5>6?E E@ E96 (J@>:?8 r@?DE:EFE:@? E92E AC@E64ED :?5:G:5F2=D’ C:89ED E@ >2<6 E96:C @H? 962=E942C6 564:D:@?D] %96 (J@>:?8 $FAC6>6 r@FCE :? y2?F2CJ 4:E65 E96 D2>6 AC@G:D:@? H96? :E DECF4< 5@H? EH@ DE2E6H:56 23@CE:@?
Wyoming judge strikes down ultrasound requirement, two other abortion laws
A Wyoming judge struck down three abortion laws on Friday, the latest instance of the courts here rejecting attempts by state lawmakers to curtail the procedure in the Equality State. Retired District Judge Thomas T. C. Campbell ruled the laws violated a 2012 amendment to the Wyoming Constitution that protects individuals’ rights to make their own healthcare decisions.
Wyoming judge strikes down ultrasound requirement, two other abortion laws
A Wyoming judge struck down three abortion laws on Friday, the latest instance of the courts here rejecting attempts by state lawmakers to curtail the procedure in the Equality State. Retired District Judge Thomas T. C. Campbell ruled the laws violated a 2012 amendment to the Wyoming Constitution that protects individuals’ rights to make their own healthcare decisions.
Is there a lesson from a dying dog?
He looked like a gargoyle when we met him. His back legs splayed outward, ribs emerging from a gaunt frame, the hint of a tail. Scars on his nose and a notch in his right ear, as if someone had pinned a tag to it and then ripped it away. He grinned like a gargoyle, too, pacing our house on the night we brought him home, flopping down and then standing to pace again. He had no instinct to fetch and little interest in other dogs.
Is there a lesson from a dying dog?
Part of States Newsroom Stories From The States Relentless anti-LGBTQ+ legislation driving a family out of state 25:29 https://play.prx.org/e?ge=prx_14251_247ff9f9-e868-41bb-8b95-7f05c4939d66&uf=https%3A%2F%2Fpublicfeeds.net%2Ff%2F14251%2Fstoriesfromthestates.xml Share Description The Wolfson kids cuddle their dog, Nico, in May 2016. (Contributed) He looked like a gargoyle when we met him. His back legs splayed outward, ribs emerging from a gaunt frame, the hint of a tail.
Wyoming Supreme Court ends block on public money for private education
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for the state to begin distributing money for its expansive and controversial universal school voucher program, concluding a district judge erred when he blocked the release of public funds nearly a year ago.
Wyoming Supreme Court Ends Block on Public Money for Private Education
Get stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for The 74 Newsletter The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for the state to begin distributing money for its expansive and controversial universal school voucher program, concluding a district judge erred when he blocked the release of public funds nearly a year ago.
Jackson Hole, WY News
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for the state to begin distributing money for its expansive and controversial universal school voucher program, concluding a district judge erred when he blocked the release of public funds nearly a year ago.
Wyoming Supreme Court ends block on public money for private education
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for the state to begin distributing money for its expansive and controversial universal school voucher program, concluding a district judge erred when he blocked the release of public funds nearly a year ago.
Wyoming Supreme Court ends block on public money for private education
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for the state to begin distributing money for its expansive and controversial universal school voucher program, concluding a district judge erred when he blocked the release of public funds nearly a year ago.
Wyoming Supreme Court ends block on public money for private education
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for the state to begin distributing money for its expansive and controversial universal school voucher program, concluding a district judge erred when he blocked the release of public funds nearly a year ago.
Wyoming Supreme Court ends block on public money for private education
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for the state to begin distributing money for its expansive and controversial universal school voucher program, concluding a district judge erred when he blocked the release of public funds nearly a year ago.
Jackson Hole, WY News
A judge will take time to weigh arguments before ruling on whether to temporarily halt enforcement of Wyoming’s newest anti-abortion law, while a lawsuit against it proceeds. The measure, which took effect March 9, bans abortion in all but the earliest weeks of pregnancy. Natrona County District Judge Dan Forgey listened Wednesday to more than 90 minutes of arguments from lawyers challenging the “heartbeat” law and from Wyoming Attorney General Keith Kautz, who is defending it.
Judge mulls whether to halt Wyoming’s ‘heartbeat’ abortion restrictions amid legal challenge
A judge will take time to weigh arguments before ruling on whether to temporarily halt enforcement of Wyoming’s newest anti-abortion law, while a lawsuit against it proceeds. The measure, which took effect March 9, bans abortion in all but the earliest weeks of pregnancy. Natrona County District Judge Dan Forgey listened Wednesday to more than 90 minutes of arguments from lawyers challenging the “heartbeat” law and from Wyoming Attorney General Keith Kautz, who is defending it.
Judge mulls whether to halt Wyoming’s ‘heartbeat’ abortion restrictions amid legal challenge
A judge will take time to weigh arguments before ruling on whether to temporarily halt enforcement of Wyoming’s newest anti-abortion law, while a lawsuit against it proceeds. The measure, which took effect March 9, bans abortion in all but the earliest weeks of pregnancy. Natrona County District Judge Dan Forgey listened Wednesday to more than 90 minutes of arguments from lawyers challenging the “heartbeat” law and from Wyoming Attorney General Keith Kautz, who is defending it.
Sweetwater County deputy shoots armed person with self-inflicted gunshot wound
A Sweetwater County sheriff’s deputy shot a person Monday after responding to a Rock Springs apartment complex for a disturbance involving an individual who was already suffering from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said. Medics took the wounded person, who was not identified, to a hospital in critical condition, the sheriff’s office said in a statement released shortly before 9:30 a.m. Monday. No one else was injured in the incident.
Weston County clerk could face more charges, arrest
Embattled Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock could face new felony-level charges and an arrest, her attorney disclosed in a Thursday court filing. The new charges relate to Hadlock’s conduct “before, during or after the 2024 general election in Weston County, including allegations related to her conduct during a post-election audit on November 6, 2024,” according to a new pretrial memorandum filed by her attorney, Ryan Semerad.
Weston County clerk could face more charges, arrest
Embattled Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock could face new felony-level charges and an arrest, her attorney disclosed in a Thursday court filing. kAm%96 ?6H 492C86D C6=2E6 E@ w25=@4<’D 4@?5F4E “367@C6[ 5FC:?8[ @C 27E6C E96 a_ac 86?6C2= 6=64E:@? :? (6DE@? r@F?EJ[ :?4=F5:?8 2==682E:@?D C6=2E65 E@ 96C 4@?5F4E 5FC:?8 2 A@DE\6=64E:@? 2F5:E @? }@G6>36C e[ a_ac[” 244@C5:?8 E@ 2 ?6H AC6EC:2= >6>@C2?5F> 7:=65 3J 96C 2EE@C?6J[ #J2? $6>6C25]k^Am kAmw25=@4< 7246D 2?
Weston County clerk could face more charges, arrest
Embattled Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock could face new felony-level charges and an arrest, her attorney disclosed in a Thursday court filing. The new charges relate to Hadlock’s conduct “before, during, or after the 2024 general election in Weston County, including allegations related to her conduct during a post-election audit on November 6, 2024,” according to a new pretrial memorandum filed by her attorney, Ryan Semerad.
Wyoming’s new ban on most abortions violates constitution, new lawsuit contends
(WYOFILE) - Wyoming’s latest attempt to curtail abortion runs afoul of the state constitution and should not be enforced, the same plaintiffs who successfully defeated the state’s past two abortion bans argue in a new lawsuit. The suit, filed Tuesday, asks a judge to temporarily halt enforcement of the new law, which restricts abortion in all but the earliest weeks of pregnancy, while the case proceeds.
Weston County clerk could face more charges, arrest
Embattled Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock could face new felony-level charges and an arrest, her attorney disclosed in a Thursday court filing. The new charges relate to Hadlock’s conduct “before, during, or after the 2024 general election in Weston County, including allegations related to her conduct during a post-election audit on November 6, 2024,” according to a new pretrial memorandum filed by her attorney, Ryan Semerad.
Wyoming’s new ban on most abortions violates constitution, new lawsuit contends
Wyoming’s latest attempt to curtail abortion runs afoul of the state constitution and should not be enforced, the same plaintiffs who successfully defeated the state’s past two abortion bans argue in a new lawsuit. The suit, filed Tuesday, asks a judge to temporarily halt enforcement of the new law, which restricts abortion in all but the earliest weeks of pregnancy, while the case proceeds.
Wyoming’s new ban on most abortions violates constitution, new lawsuit contends
Wyoming’s latest attempt to curtail abortion runs afoul of the state constitution and should not be enforced, the same plaintiffs who successfully defeated the state’s past two abortion bans argue in a new lawsuit. The suit, filed Tuesday, asks a judge to temporarily halt enforcement of the new law, which restricts abortion in all but the earliest weeks of pregnancy, while the case proceeds.
Jackson Hole, WY News
A wildfire ignited near Casper on Friday, prompting evacuations of rural homes amid windy and unusually hot conditions. The blaze, dubbed the Sandpiper Fire, struck a rural residential area of Natrona County northeast of Casper. Sheriff’s deputies went door-to-door advising residents to evacuate, according to Natrona County Emergency Management.
Wildfire near Casper prompts evacuations amid record-high temperatures
A wildfire ignited near Casper Friday, prompting evacuations of rural homes amid windy and unusually hot conditions. The blaze, dubbed the Sandpiper Fire, struck a rural residential area of Natrona County northeast of Casper. Sheriff’s deputies went door-to-door advising residents to evacuate, according to Natrona County Emergency Management.
Wildfire near Casper prompts evacuations amid record-high temperatures
A wildfire ignited near Casper Friday, prompting evacuations of rural homes amid windy and unusually hot conditions. The blaze, dubbed the Sandpiper Fire, struck a rural residential area of Natrona County northeast of Casper. Sheriff’s deputies went door-to-door advising residents to evacuate, according to Natrona County Emergency Management.
Opinion | How a WyoFile error led to a lesson on labor
During the first week of the legislative session, a WyoFile photographer captured an image of two men standing on the steps of the Wyoming Capitol. The man on the left wore a tan work coat. An item protruded below the hem near his right hip. It appeared to be a holster. The photographer snapped thousands of pictures during the session’s first week, and this one wasn’t on our radar at first.
Judge rejects effort to toss criminal case against Weston County clerk
The criminal case against the Weston County clerk accused of defying a legislative subpoena will proceed after a judge rejected Wednesday an attempt by her attorney to have the matter dismissed. Defense attorney Ryan Semerad had argued the Wyoming Legislature’s Management Audit Committee acted outside the scope of state law when one of its subcommittees subpoenaed Becky Hadlock. The subcommittee was investigating her actions related to a miscount during the November 2024 general election.
Judge rejects effort to toss criminal case against Weston County clerk
The criminal case against the Weston County clerk accused of defying a legislative subpoena will proceed after a judge rejected Wednesday an attempt by her attorney to have the matter dismissed. Defense attorney Ryan Semerad had argued the Wyoming Legislature’s Management Audit Committee acted outside the scope of state law when one of its subcommittees subpoenaed Becky Hadlock. The subcommittee was investigating her actions related to a miscount during the November 2024 general election.
Abortion Remains Legal in Wyoming After State High Court Strikes Down Bans
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that the state’s two abortion bans are unconstitutional, preserving a hotly contested right amid a push by legislators to end the practice in the Equality State. In a 4-1 decision, the court agreed the bans conflict with a 2012 amendment to the Wyoming Constitution that protects individuals’ rights to make their own health-care decisions.
Abortion remains legal in Wyoming after state high court strikes down bans
History teacher who called Islam 'satanic' and told pupils that 'cocaine was purer back in the day' is struck off A history teacher who branded Islam 'satanic' and told pupils that 'cocaine was purer back in the day' has been banned from the profession. Patrick …
Abortion remains legal in Wyoming after state high court strikes down bans Original
This story was first published on Jan. 6, 2026, by WyoFile. The Wyoming Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that the state’s two abortion bans are unconstitutional, preserving a hotly contested right amid a push by legislators to end the practice in the Equality State. In a 4-1 decision, the court agreed the bans conflict with a 2012 amendment to the Wyoming Constitution that protects individuals’ rights to make their own health care decisions.
Abortion remains legal in Wyoming after state high court strikes down bans
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that the state’s two abortion bans are unconstitutional, preserving a hotly contested right amid a push by legislators to end the practice in the Equality State. In a 4-1 decision, the court agreed the bans conflict with a 2012 amendment to the Wyoming Constitution that protects individuals’ rights to make their own health care decisions.
Abortion remains legal in Wyoming after state high court strikes down bans
2 hours ago This is the moment a preschool teacher was arrested on camera after criticizing Trump for recent attacks against Venezuela. On Jan 5th, Jessica Plichta, 22, attended a march in Grand Rapids, Michigan, protesting Trump's capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. After an interview with WZZM 13, Plichta was approached by two police officers who stated that she allegedly failed to obey a lawful order of a police officer.
Maggie Mullen, Author at Arkansas Advocate
Abortion remains legal in Wyoming after state high court strikes down bans This story was first published on Jan. 6, 2026, by WyoFile. The Wyoming Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that the state’s two abortion bans are unconstitutional, preserving a hotly contested right amid a push by legislators to end the practice in the Equality State. In a 4-1 decision, the court agreed the bans conflict with […]
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Former Laramie mayor charged with stealing from Wyoming mental health group
The former director of a Wyoming mental health advocacy group faces felony charges accusing her of stealing more than $31,000 from the organization, court documents show. Albany County prosecutors charged Andi Summerville Dec. 2 with seven counts of theft and a single count of forgery. An arrest warrant was issued the same day, according to documents filed in circuit court in Laramie.
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