Police killings: Numbers of Native Americans 5X White Americans & almost twice Black Americans
A year-long investigation of the causes behind the death statistics preceded this article and its conclusions. The focus is cases found in South Dakota, where, to quote the authors, “[fatal police encounters] deaths are prevalent.” These fatal encounters are more
Corporations Interim Committee: discusses tools to relieve housing crunch
The Corporations Committee had its first meeting in Lander today and yesterday. Among conversations about electricity and insurance, they also discussed tools to help provide affordable housing. Read more>>> As always you may find the agenda. and video on the
SCOTUS: Court refuses to hear case restricting mail-in ballots
This is the 3rd time that SCOTUS has denied hearing similar cases from Texas — and another from Indiana.The 5th Circuit Court in Texas. The case began in 2020 when the plaintiff argued that mail-in ballots could spread the virus.
Wyoming’s elections will look different this year
The primary election is on August 19 May 15 is the last day to register your political party affiliation There are two new laws for the coming primary election: May 15 is the last day registered voters can change their
UW Democracy Lab symposium, Saturday, April 20, 10am at the Albany County Public Library
Join the Democracy Laboratory for their spring symposium, Saturday, April 20 at 10:00 at the Albany County Public Library, either in person or by Zoom at the link below! The symposium will feature presentations from the Democracy Lab’s cohort: Danielle
UW Student Media: 2024 ASUW elections had their own Voter Guide
Laura Antholzner reports that their online Boomerang viewership doubled during the week when ASUW candidates campaigned. Ms. Antholzner added that the voter guide was also posted on other social media sites. Her thoughts are that social media helped increase the
ACSD#1 to Host Special Meeting on Beitel School Closing
Following an April 10 public hearing on the closing of Beitel School, the Albany County School District No. 1 Board will host a special meeting April 24 at 6 p.m. “for the purpose of discussion and a vote on the
LWV Laramie Board Meeting on April 23
The Laramie League will hold a board meeting on April 23 at 6:30 pm at the Wyoming Women’s History House. Remote attendance will be available. All Laramie League members are welcome to attend. Delegates for State Conference in May will
SCOTUS 2023-2024 term ends 4/25 with the Trump immunity case
Ten cases will be heard in April. The last, on April 25, hears the question of presidential immunity. If you’re looking for a comprehensive resource on US courts, then Ballotpedia is the perfect place to go. It summarizes every case