Wyoming

15-year-old killed in Cheyenne; 13-year-old taken into custody

Published

1 hour ago

July 12, 2026

15-year-old killed in Cheyenne; 13-year-old taken into custody

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — On Saturday, the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office announced that a 15-year-old child had been shot and killed in Cheyenne.

A social media post from the LCSO says that at approximately 2:30 a.m. Saturday, deputies from the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office responded to an incident near the 400 block of West Wallick in Cheyenne.

According to the post, a 15-year-old juvenile was pronounced deceased at the scene from an apparent gunshot wound. A 13-year-old juvenile was taken into custody in connection with the incident.

“The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased,” the post states.

The post notes that, pursuant to Wyoming juvenile confidentiality laws, the identities and case-specific details of juveniles are restricted and will not be released to the public, nor the media.

Parents/guardians have been notified as required.

“This matter is under investigation and will be referred to the Laramie County District Court as appropriate; any additional information will be released only as permitted by court record or by court order,” the post states.

Source link

Wyoming

Wyoming health officials confirm second measles case, possible exposure at Grand Teton Park

Published

12 hours ago

July 11, 2026

Press Room

Wyoming health officials confirm second measles case, possible exposure at Grand Teton Park

The following is a news release from the National Park Service. MOOSE, Wyoming – The Wyoming Department of Health has confirmed a second case of measles in Teton County. WDH is leading the public health response, including contact tracing and public health guidance, with support from the National Park Service Office of Health and Safety. […]

Source link

Wyoming

Residents celebrate Wyoming Statehood Day by revealing their favorite thing about the Cowboy State

Published

22 hours ago

July 11, 2026

Press Room

Residents celebrate Wyoming Statehood Day by revealing their favorite thing about the Cowboy State – County 17

Source link

Wyoming

Election Q&A: Laurie Longtine for Wyoming House District 59

Published

1 day ago

July 10, 2026

Press Room

Election Q&A: Laurie Longtine for Wyoming House District 59

CASPER, Wyo. — As the Aug. 18 primary election approaches, Oil City News is introducing candidate questionnaires to help voters make informed decisions at the ballot box.

Every candidate in the primary field was sent the same three questions and given a limit of 500 words, which could be distributed among their answers as they saw fit. To ensure a fair and direct line to the community, all responses are published exactly as submitted, without edits or alterations.

Candidates were asked:

What are the most crucial challenges your constituents are facing?
If elected, how will you address these challenges?
What qualities or qualifications do you possess that have prepared you to meet these challenges?

Questionnaires are being published on a rolling basis online through Aug. 11. They will be accessible via the Oil City News Election Tracker.

Additionally, Oil City News will mail a comprehensive print voters guide directly to all Natrona County households in mid-July, featuring all questionnaires received by July 6.

Laurie Longtine (D), Wyoming House District 59

What are the most crucial challenges your constituents are facing?

Working families in Natrona County have the same concerns as families throughout the country. Families want to ensure their children are safe, healthy, and well educated. Right now, reductions in revenue are affecting all three of these issues.

If elected, how will you address these challenges?

I will work tirelessly to ensure the public schools that educate our children are fully funded, that working families have access to affordable healthcare, and that counties and municipalities have the necessary revenue to provide the services we all depend on in our communities.

What qualities/qualifications do you possess that have prepared you to meet these challenges?

I have worked in various management roles in a broad variety of businesses. Currently I volunteer with several organizations and have held leadership roles in the different clubs and organizations I have been part of over the years.

Source link