Wind River Reservation

Likely voters WPR spoke to at the Black Coal Senior Center hope to see more Native American culture in schools, more tribal candidates and for tribal programs to receive more support.

After a controversial sermon earlier this month that encouraged tribal members to denounce their traditional ways, the Northern Arapaho Business Council told leaders from Foundations For Nations Church to leave the reservation.

The project aims to bring electricity to homes without, especially for elders and kids.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A co-hosted by director Amanda Erickson and Wyoming MMIP task force head Cara Chambers.

Eastern Shoshone employees get the day off in recognition. The holiday recognizes the original treaty signed with the U.S. government on July 3, 1863.

Taylee Dresser and Gregory Trosper, Jr. were both in their early twenties and were killed by an alleged drunk driver in Riverton last week.

The Secretary of State sent letters to the Fremont County Commission and Governor Gordon, calling for a look at voting maps in the area in light of a Supreme Court decision that limits how much race can be part of re-drawing electoral districts.

Harm reduction is an approach that focuses on giving people the knowledge and tools to minimize harm in their own lives – think bike helmets, seat belts or even sunscreen. It’s also a big part of overdose prevention.

Wyoming was one of many states that adopted a state version of the law when it looked like the federal version might get struck down in a 2023 Supreme Court case. But the state law is set to expire in 2027.

As immigration enforcement expands nationwide, Native families say increased ICE activity is creating fear in their communities, even among U.S. citizens and tribal members.