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Cheyenne Veterans get "Dream Flight"

Kyle Markley — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:08:00 EDT

Cheyenne veterans from Sierra Hills and Aspen Wind assisted living facilities got the flight of a lifetime.

Thanks to Ageless Aviation Dreams they got a ride in a World War II era bi-plane.

Cheyenne Prairie Generating Station Breaks Ground

Andrew Heirty — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:27:00 EDT

Today was the official ground-breaking ceremony for the new power-plant being built east of Cheyenne. The Cheyenne Prairie Generating Station is set to be completed in late 2014 and will provide 132 megawatts

Why Oklahoma Schools Don't Have Tornado Shelters

Chris Turner — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:49:00 EDT

Today we were joined by NewsChannel 5's News Director Chris Turner. Chris grew up in Oklahoma and has experienced several tornados. NewsChannel 5 has received a lot of comments and questions about why

Why Kids Kill

Chris Turner — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:39:00 EDT

Law enforcement, school officials and others involved with juveniles gathered at the civic center Tuesday to find out "Why Teens Kill". Phil Chalmers, America's leading authority on juvenile homicide

Korean War Vets Honored

Chris Turner — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:29:00 EDT

It's long been referred to as "The Forgotten War" but Tuesday afternoon, Korean War Veterans were recognized for their service and sacrifice.

LCSD #1 School Officials Talk About Tornado Plan

Andrew Heirty — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:14:00 EDT

As the devastation of Monday's tornado continues to be revealed, one thing that brings it close to home is student's losing their lives while taking shelter in schools. Today we talked to Laramie County

Cheyenne Collection Point Set Up for Oklahoma Donations

Chris Turner — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:48:00 EDT

Employees of #1 Properties in Cheyenne is hosting a "Wyoming Cares for Moore" collection site at the #1 Properties at their Dell Range office/parking lot at 1660 Del Range Blvd. from 3pm-9pm this afternoon/evening.

Stabbing Suspect Arrested

Chris Turner — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:57:00 EDT

Cheyenne police were called to 2825 East Lincolnway at 1am Monday morning to a reported stabbing. Officers responded to the call and found a man outside the Super Thrift who had been stabbed by another

Donations for Oklahoma Tornado Relief

Chris Turner — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:50:00 EDT

Giving to the Red Cross in Oklahoma is the safest way to ensure your money will go to the victims of the Oklahoma Tornados.

Governor Announces Anti-Impaired Driving Campaign

Andrew Heirty — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:14:00 EDT

Governor Mead announced today that his council on impaired driving is beginning a new statewide multi- media campaign. Created in September of 2011, the council works on ways to make Wyoming's highways

Boys & Girls Club Expects Large Group For Annual Fundraiser

Andrew Heirty — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:52:00 EDT

The annual Back-A-Kid Breakfast will be held at 7a.m. on Tuesday morning at the Little America Hotel & Resort. In 2012, more than 500 community and business leaders attended the event and this year over

Yiddish Food Festival

Chris Turner — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:13:00 EDT

It was music…dancing…and a whole lot of good food at Mount Sinai Synagogue. Community members packed the synagogue for the 8th annual Yiddish Food Festival. Patrons were entertained by a live klezmer

Poker Run for Stride

Chris Turner — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:17:00 EDT

You may have noticed more bikers than normal in Cheyenne Sunday, that's because they wre here to give back to Cheyenne's kids. High Country Motor Sports, Cheyenne Elk Lodge 660 and the Eagle's Nest all

Cheyenne Gunslingers Rehearsal

Chris Turner — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:09:00 EDT

One of Cheyenne's most popular summer acts is gearing up for the season… that's right.. that's the sound of the Cheyenne Gunslingers. They held a dress rehearsal Sunday as they get ready to entertain crowds

International Museum Day in Cheyenne

Chris Turner — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:58:00 EDT

Saturday was International Museum Day and to celebrate it the CFD Museum offered free admission to the public. International Museum Day was created in 1977 to provide a reminder to Governments and the

Menard's Grand Opening

Chris Turner — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:50:00 EDT

The parking lot was jam packed as Menard's kicked off its grand opening celebration Saturday. The 10 day celebration will be every day until May 27th. Menard's will be offering daily prize giveaways and

Armed Forces Day at Frontier Mall

Chris Turner — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:38:00 EDT

Every year since 1950, Americans have celebrated Armed Force3s Day. Saturday marked the 64th annual celebration. Wyoming's armed forces were out at Frontier Mall interacting with the community. Kids

Police Chief gets Dunked!

Chris Turner — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:29:00 EDT

Warm weather, a Bar-B-Q and a dunk tank provided the entertainment this afternoon at Clear Creek Park near the Animal Shelter. That was Cheyenne Police Chief Brian Kozak plunging into the water. People

March for Babies

Chris Turner — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:20:00 EDT

Cheyenne families gathered in Lions park Saturday, each of them sharing the common bond of having lost a baby or child or having a child cared for in a neonatal intensive care unit. Saturday's March

Bark Beetle Spraying to begin in Cheyenne

Kyle Markley — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:27:00 EDT

Starting Monday, Cheyenne's Urban Forestry division will begin spraying for bark beetles throughout the city.

Spraying will go from 4 a.m. to noon each work day, starting with trees in Lions Park.

Midas Donates Vans to NEEDS

Chris Turner — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:12:00 EDT

NEEDS Incorporated got some new wheels Friday afternoon. Midas owner, Nick Dodgson, handed over the keys to three vans. Dodgson recently replaced the courtesy shuttles at his Cheyenne, Fort Collins and

Young Artists Display Artwork at Capitol

Chris Turner — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:38:00 EDT

Twelve of Wyoming's top young artists were at the Capitol Friday to show off their artwork. Kids third through fifth grade from around the state were asked to make bookmarks showing the importance of

Governor Honors Armed Services Members

Chris Turner — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:19:00 EDT

Many Americans will celebrate Armed Forces Day Saturday. To Pay tribute to the men and women in uniform who have served and are currently serving our country, Governor Mead signed a proclamation to mark

Workers Rappelling off of Capitol Dome

Chris Turner — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:41:00 EDT

When you think of reppelling in Wyoming… Devils Tower or Vedauwoo may come to mind. But what about the state capitol? As part of a study to restore and rehabilitate the building, Vertical Access is repelling

Special Olympics Torch Arrives at Capitol

Chris Turner — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:26:00 EDT

The torch for the 2013 Wyoming Special Olympics Summer Games made its way to the Capitol Building steps in Cheyenne Thursday morning. Cheyenne's Special Olympians gathered there to welcome the torches

Trash Truck Tips Over

Chris Turner — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:28:00 EDT

shortly after 11:00 Thursday morning, a semi-trailer full of construction trash tipped over on the westbound I-80 on-ramp at College Ave.

Governor Speaks to Truckers

Chris Turner — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:14:00 EDT

The 74th annual Wyoming Trucking Association (WTA) Convention shifted into high gear Thursday. Speaking to the general membership, Governor Mead stressed the importance of maintain our roads, which he

Depot Days in Cheyenne this weekend

Kyle Markley — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:47:00 EDT

Cheyenne's 8th annual Depot Days begins this weekend.

The Depot has been working hard to prepare for this year's event and has plenty of things planned for the public.

Plane Crashes near Pine Bluffs

Kyle Markley — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:01:00 EDT

A scary moment for a pilot in Pine Bluffs early Wednesday afternoon.

Mark Nardin of Circle-S Aviation lost control of his single engine Cessna 188 and crashed into a field about two miles west of the Pine Bluffs Municipal Airport at approximately 11 a.m.

The plane did not catch on fire and no chemicals were on board. Nardin walked away from the crash and sustained no injuries.

Governor Signs Great Outdoors Proclamation

Andrew Heirty — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:23:00 EDT

The weather couldn't have been much better today for Governor Mead to sign a proclamation declaring June as Great Outdoors month. A large crowd, including about fifty students from Hobbs Elementary, gathered

Next Week is National Emergency Medical Services Week

Andrew Heirty — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:22:00 EDT

Ambulances lined 24th Avenue in front of the capitol this morning, but not for any emergencies.Next week is National Emergency Medical Services Week and to help draw attention Governor Mead signed a formal

Governor Releases New Energy Strategy For State

Andrew Heirty — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:21:00 EDT

Earlier today Governor Mead revealed his energy strategy for Wyoming. The state leads the nation in energy exports but until now the it hasn't really had a comprehensive plan when it comes to addressing

Attempted Abduction of 3 Year-Old in Laramie

Chris Turner — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:40:00 EDT

Abduction of 3 year-old boy foiled by care-giver

Community Marches Against Bullying

Kyle Markley — Mon, 13 May 2013 01:49:00 EDT

Parents, teachers, students, school administrators and public officials. All of them were in downtown Cheyenne Saturday morning for an anti-bullying march.

Wyoming's Fallen Officers Honored

Kyle Markley — Mon, 13 May 2013 01:44:00 EDT

Cheyenne area law enforcement agencies hosted the second annual Wyoming Fallen Peace Officer's Memorial Saturday afternoon.

Father & Son Ride for Equality

Kyle Markley — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:31:00 EDT

In less than two weeks, an important vote on the Boy Scouts of America's membership policy will take place.

If the vote passes it will allow openly gay youth to be admitted as scouts.

One father and son duo is riding halfway across the country to show their support for passing of the new policy.

Scam in Your Mailbox

Chris Turner — Fri, 10 May 2013 17:27:00 EDT

The latest Scam is in your Mailbox PLEASE CONTACT THE WYOMING ATTORNEY GENERALS OFFICE AT (307) 777-7847.

Cheyenne gets big grant from EPA

Kyle Markley — Fri, 10 May 2013 01:16:00 EDT

Cheyenne's west end project received a huge boost Thursday thanks to the Environmental Protection Agency in the form of a grant for $1 million.

Mayor talks budget and potholes at monthly meeting

Kyle Markley — Fri, 10 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT

Mayor Rick Kaysen says his budget proposal is moving closer to being finalized.

His proposed budget of $54.6 million would include a 7% utility rate increase, a 3.4% increase for sanitation services and a 2.25% pay increase for non-uniformed city employees and police officers.

Cheyenne's water gets high marks

Kyle Markley — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:41:00 EDT

The results are in. Cheyenne's Board of Public Utilities has released the latest results for Cheyenne's water quality.

According to the report, Cheyenne's drinking water is safe and water quality meets or exceeds federal and local drinking water standards.

Cheyenne Mustangs

Graham Hunter — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:46:00 EDT

The Cheyenne Mustangs play in Connie Mack division amateur baseball league.Competition comes largely from Colorado where the team faces off against programs that pull directly from 5A baseball talent.The

Rachel Erickson-Gatorade Girls Soccer Player of the Year

Graham Hunter — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:19:00 EDT

Rachel Erickson was named the 2013 Gatorade girls soccer player of the year.The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary

Lady T-Birds Girls Soccer Team: A Look Back

Graham Hunter — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:05:00 EDT

East High School welcomed home its newest state champions this week. The lady Thunderbirds soccer team defeated the cross town rival from Central High School at the State Championship game in Rock Springs.The

Prep Athlete of the Week May 13-19

Graham Hunter — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:02:00 EDT

Cassidy Meade is the Prep Athlete of the Week for May 13-19.She won the 400 and 800 meter individual runs at the Wyoming State Track and Field Meet. She was also a member of Laramie High School's winning

4A State Track Finals

Kurt Maddox — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:38:00 EDT

Here are the Final Results of the Wyoming State Track meet in Casper.Licensed to Wyoming H.S. State Championship Meet HY-TEK's Meet Manager 5/18/2013 05:15 PM

Post 6 Preview

Graham Hunter — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:45:00 EDT

Post 6 baseball is looking to recover from two straight losses. They head to South Dakota this weekend for three games against Rapid City.

Elementary Track Meet

Graham Hunter — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:15:00 EDT

The Elementary School Track meet wrapped up on May 16 at Okie Blanchard Stadium.

Central High Sends Three Teams to State Competition

Graham Hunter — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:58:00 EDT

Central High School is the only school in Cheyenne sending both its men's and women's soccer teams to the state tournament.The women's team is a three-seed and will face Natrona County.The men's team will

UW Track Stars Named All-Conference

Graham Hunter — Tue, 14 May 2013 01:20:00 EDT

Eight members of the University of Wyoming Track and Field team were named to the Mountain West All-Conference Team after the weekend's conference meet.Brandon Douglas (110 Hurdles), Henry Ferreira (Javelin),

Prep Athlete of the Week May 6-12

Graham Hunter — Tue, 14 May 2013 01:02:00 EDT

Tevis Bartlett, a sophomore from East High School, is the Prep Athlete of the Week after strong performances at the Wyoming East Region Track and Field Meet.Bartlett was given a DQ in the 110 meter hurdles

Brad Pitt on Jennifer Aniston marriage: I was wasting opportunity

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:30:00 EDT

Brad Pitt says he was burnt out from drug use during his marriage to Jennifer Aniston.

Americans still making unhealthy choices

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:42:00 EDT

The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.

What's on a consumer credit report?

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:03:00 EDT

While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system.

Judge sends former Guernsey treasurer to prison

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:26:00 EDT

A federal judge has sentenced the former Guernsey town treasurer to two years in prison for failing to pay taxes on money she has admitted to embezzling from the town.

Groundbreaking for Cheyenne gas-fired power plant

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:10:00 EDT

A groundbreaking ceremony is planned Wednesday for a gas-fired power plant on the outskirts of Cheyenne.

This Hour: Latest Wyoming news, sports, business and entertainment

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:02:00 EDT

The newest electrical generation project in the top coal-mining state is a power plant to be fueled by natural gas.

Missing man's body found in Fremont Co. canal

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:38:00 EDT

Officials in Fremont County have recovered the body of a 62-year-old Ethete (EE'-tha-tee) man who had been missing for more than a week.

News Minute: Here is the latest Wyoming news from The Associated Press

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:34:00 EDT

Ground has been broken in the top coal-mining state for construction of a $237 million power plant that will be fueled by natural gas. Black Hills Corp. subsidiaries Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power and Black Hills Power are...

Defendants plead not guilty in Clark slayings

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:30:00 EDT

Two teenagers charged in the shooting deaths of a woman and her parents near the Wyoming-Montana border earlier this year have pleaded not guilty.

Bighorn highway open for summer after spring storm

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:06:00 EDT

The highway over the Bighorn Mountains is finally open for the summer.

1 week left for petition to collect signatures

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:22:00 EDT

An effort to refer a new Wyoming law to a statewide vote has one week left to collect the required signatures.

Game and Fish meetings this week on wolf hunt

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:06:00 EDT

Wyoming Game and Fish Department meetings in Sheridan on Wednesday and in Cody on Thursday will take comment on proposed changes for the state's second annual wolf hunting season.

Latest Utah oil and gas leases net BLM $140,000

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:18:00 EDT

The latest round of oil and gas lease sales in Utah netted the federal government nearly $140,000.

Teen birth rates decline in most US states

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:27:00 EDT

By The Associated Press The U.S. teen birth rate fell 25 percent over five years to a record low of 31 births per 1,000 teens ages 15 to 19, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and...

Nearly all US states see hefty drop in teen births

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:27:00 EDT

The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a new government report.

Urban renewal? Big US cities showing strong growth

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:07:00 EDT

Urban renewal? New census estimates show that most of the nation's largest cities further enhanced their allure last year, posting strong population growth for a second straight year.

Okla. tornado damage: Thousands of homes, $1.5-$2B

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:50:00 EDT

The tornado that struck an Oklahoma City suburb this week may have created $2 billion or more in damage as it tore through as many as 13,000 homes, multiple schools and a hospital, officials said Wednesday as they gave the...

37-year-old man charged in Wash. state ricin scare

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:17:00 EDT

A man was arrested Wednesday in a case involving last week's discovery of a pair of letters containing the deadly poison ricin.

4 Americans killed since 2009 in US drone strikes

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:47:00 EDT

The Obama administration acknowledged for the first time Wednesday that four American citizens have been killed in drone strikes in Pakistan and Yemen since 2009. The disclosure to Congress comes on the eve of a major...

1 child dead, 1 missing in Minn. park landslide

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:27:00 EDT

A fourth-grade field trip to a Mississippi River park popular with fossil hunters turned deadly Wednesday when gravel saturated by persistent rain gave way, killing one child and injuring two others. A fourth child was...

Float driver says train seemed still before crash

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:07:00 EDT

The driver of a parade float involved in a train wreck that killed four war veterans in West Texas told investigators the oncoming train appeared to be stationary, and that he didn't notice anything was wrong until he...

Obama honors Carole King at White House concert

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:57:00 EDT

President Barack Obama, saluting Carole King's five decades as an award-winning singer-songwriter, said Wednesday that music often is a place where people seek comfort and inspiration during trying times.

Boy Scout leaders to vote on lifting gay ban

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:27:00 EDT

As protesters made one last stand, the Boy Scouts of America's leadership began a conference Wednesday that was expected to culminate in a long-anticipated vote on whether to allow openly gay Scouts - a decision that,...

Amtrak settles with man removed from train in 2010

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:59:00 EDT

Amtrak has reached a settlement with a former convict who was taken off a train in southeastern Colorado and arrested after a fellow passenger thought she heard him make threatening statements.

Ex-officer reacts to reprieve for death row inmate

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:27:00 EDT

A man who was among the first officers to respond to the Aurora restaurant where four people were slain in 1993 says the convicted killer should be executed.

Gun owner among judges hearing Colo. gun lawsuit

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:23:00 EDT

A federal judge assigned to hear a lawsuit filed by sheriffs challenging Colorado's new gun laws is a gun owner herself but says she doesn't believe a recusal is warranted.

Iowa education director quits for Colorado job

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:23:00 EDT

As the state Legislature was nearing approval of significant changes to Iowa's public school system, the Iowa Department of Education director accepted a job as superintendent of a Colorado school district.

Colorado parole director on leave of absence

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:03:00 EDT

The director of Colorado's parole division is taking a temporary leave of absence.

Colo. governor delays convicted killer's execution

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:55:00 EDT

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper has indefinitely delayed the execution of convicted killer Nathan Dunlap, saying he is unlikely to allow it as long as he is governor.

Former Boulder DUI officer pleads guilty to DUI

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:42:00 EDT

A former Boulder police officer who was assigned to enforce drunken-driving laws has pleaded guilty to driving under the influence, with a blood-alcohol level of more than 0.2.

Former Grand Junction police officer sentenced

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:58:00 EDT

A former Grand Junction police officer convicted of having sexual relations with a 16-year-old girl while on duty in 2000 has been sentenced to eight years to life in prison.

News Minute: Here is the latest Colorado news from The Associated Press

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:34:00 EDT

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper says it's unlikely he'll ever allow the execution of convicted killer Nathan Dunlap. Hickenlooper granted Dunlap an indefinite reprieve, citing doubts about the fairness of the death...

This Hour: Latest Colorado news, sports, business and entertainment

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:06:00 EDT

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper says it's unlikely he'll ever allow the execution of convicted killer Nathan Dunlap.

Komodo dragon on display at Omaha zoo

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:26:00 EDT

A Komodo dragon is now on display at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.

News Minute: Here is the latest Nebraska news from The Associated Press

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:22:00 EDT

Nebraska legislators have given second-round approval to a bill that would allow more working families to qualify for child care subsidies. Lawmakers voted for the plan today after holding firm on a provision that would...

Dog shot during Omaha home invasion recovering

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:30:00 EDT

Veterinarians have been able to save the leg of a 9-month-old puppy shot by intruders during a home invasion in north Omaha last week.

Gage County officials seek $5.6 M road bond issue

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:26:00 EDT

Ballots for a proposed $5.6 million Gage County road bond issue will be in the mail this week.

More Neb. families could qualify for care subsidy

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:06:00 EDT

A bill that would allow more working families in Nebraska to qualify for child care subsidies is headed to a final vote in the Legislature.

House takes up GOP bill to speed pipeline approval

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:26:00 EDT

The House has taken up a Republican-sponsored bill that would speed approval of the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas.

Omaha City Council delays Civic Auditorium plan

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:10:00 EDT

The Omaha City Council has deferred a plan by outgoing Mayor Jim Suttle to have a large real estate firm help in redeveloping the Omaha Civic Auditorium site.

Neb. AG wants to revoke license of abortion nurse

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:02:00 EDT

Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning says the only nurse at Dr. LeRoy Carhart's abortion clinic in Bellevue should lose her license because of substandard care there.

Lincoln 'comfort' dog headed to Oklahoma

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:42:00 EDT

A Lincoln "comfort" dog that has been to several national tragedy sites this year is now in Oklahoma to help victims cope with the devastation caused by a massive tornado.

Western Nebraska town warned to boil water

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:38:00 EDT

People in the western Nebraska town of Paxton are being told to boil their tap water before drinking it.