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  • Exceptions added to abortion legislation

    Maya Shimizu Harris, Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange|Mar 10, 2022

    CASPER —A bill that could severely restrict abortions in Wyoming passed its second reading on Tuesday in the Senate with an amendment to exclude pregnancies that are the result of incest or sexual assault. House Bill 92 would go into effect if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade. That possibility has become more likely as the high court has moved to the right. The amendment by Sen. Cale Case, R-Lander, and co-sponsor Sen. Chris Rothfuss, D-Laramie, is nearly identical to an earlier one offered by Rep. Mike Yin, D-Jackson. Yin’s ame... Full story

  • Crossover voting ban dies, other election legislation prevails

    Maggie Mullen and Mike Koshmrl, WyoFile.com|Mar 10, 2022

    Wyoming voters’ have retained their right to change party affiliation on election day after a bill to restrict the practice died in the Wyoming House of Representatives. Senate File 97 – Change in party affiliation died quietly when it did not receive a first reading vote in the House by the deadline. As in years prior, the Wyoming Republican Party lobbied heavily in support of the bill, but that did not translate to enough support at the Capitol. Several election reforms supported by the party failed, including a bill to implement a run... Full story

  • Warriors fall to Douglas; play HSC tomorrow

    Mar 10, 2022

    The Worland Warriors bid to repeat as 3A State Boys Basketball Champions fell short in the quarterfinals in Casper this afternoon with a 58-47 loss to the Douglas Bearcats. They will play at noon tomorrow at Casper College in the consolation semifinals against Hot Springs County who lost to Powell 70-40.... Full story