Things kicked off at the state Capitol in Cheyenne on Tuesday, and already state lawmakers' priorities are starting to take shape. But lawmakers aren't the only ones with ideas about how they want Wyoming to run — officials in the executive and judicial branches have priorities, too. This week, we'll hear what the governor, secretary of state, state superintendent and the head of the judicial branch want for Wyoming, and how their priorities align — and don't — with lawmakers'. Like what you hear? For more of WyoFile's coverage of the Wyoming Legislature, sign up for ⁠our newsletters⁠, ⁠downlo ..read more

The 68th Wyoming Legislature begins its general session on Jan. 14. The next two months are Wyoming lawmakers' one chance this year to set the policies that govern how our state operates — and the Wyoming Freedom Caucus has ambitious plans. WyoFile's Maggie Mullen and Wyoming Public Radio's Jordan Uplinger review how this fast-paced lawmaking process works. Note: Episode updated at 5:45 p.m. on Jan. 10 to correct a voting statistic and bill number. —Ed. Like what you hear? For more of WyoFile's coverage of the Wyoming Legislature, sign up for our newsletters, download our app, or visit wyofile ..read more

On today's episode, host Claire Schnatterbeck talks with reporter Dustin Bleizeffer about the Laprele dam, an aging structure in central Wyoming that engineers say could experience catastrophic failure. To read more stories about infrastructure and other vital Wyoming news, visit wyofile.com ..read more

On today's episode, host Claire Schnatterbeck talks with reporter Dustin Bleizeffer about how Wyoming schools are reopening this fall in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, parent and community resistance to mask requirements and low statewide vaccination rates.  To see the latest information about COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control go to cdc.gov To read more stories on education and other vital Wyoming news, visit wyofile.com ..read more

On today's episode, host Claire Schnatterbeck talks with reporter Angus Thuermer about drought, demand and diversions in the Colorado River basin. To read more stories on the new nuclear plant and other vital Wyoming news, visit wyofile.com ..read more

On today's episode, host Claire Schnatterbeck talks with reporter Dustin Bleizeffer about the Laprele dam, an aging structure in central Wyoming that engineers say could experience catastrophic failure. To read more stories about infrastructure and other vital Wyoming news, visit wyofile.com ..read more

On today's episode, host Claire Schnatterbeck talks with reporter Dustin Bleizeffer about how Wyoming schools are reopening this fall in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, parent and community resistance to mask requirements and low statewide vaccination rates.  To see the latest information about COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control go to cdc.gov To read more stories on education and other vital Wyoming news, visit wyofile.com ..read more

On today's episode, host Claire Schnatterbeck talks with reporter Angus Thuermer about drought, demand and diversions in the Colorado River basin. To read more stories on the new nuclear plant and other vital Wyoming news, visit wyofile.com ..read more

On today's episode, host Claire Schnatterbeck talks with reporter Joel Funk about his investigation into the Natrium nuclear project proposed for Wyoming. State officials tout its economic benefits as a major boon for the state. But between a fraught history and significant hurdles, critics are doubtful that it can be pulled off.  To read more stories on the new nuclear plant and other vital Wyoming news, visit wyofile.com ..read more

Welcome to the first episode of Byline: WyoFile, a podcast that goes beyond the headlines of Wyoming's most important news stories. On today's episode, host Claire Schnatterbeck talks with reporter Nick Reynolds about the forces driving the crowded 2022 campaign for U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney’s seat, secretive PACs, rallies in Cheyenne and the crowded field of challengers.  To read more stories on the primary race, Liz Cheney and other vital Wyoming news, visit wyofile.com ..read more