Wyoming
Wyoming son charged with father's murder claims self-defense
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Ethan Grasse, 23, faces second-degree murder charges after fatally shooting his father, Michael Grasse, 49, in Uinta County, Wyoming, in November 2025. He argues self-defense following a day of efforts to prevent his intoxicated father from driving and subsequent threats. A judge rejected dismissing the case but allowed the claim at trial.
Molly Hamby, 28, faces charges of solicitation of first-degree murder after allegedly asking a friend to make her husband 'disappear' amid marital troubles. The friend, a private investigator, reported the discussions to police. Hamby admitted to wanting her husband killed, according to authorities.
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John D. Haney, 41, faces first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse charges after his girlfriend's 10-month-old daughter died from asphyxiation last year. Security footage captured a scream and showed Haney in a bathroom doorway before the video cut off. He called 911 claiming to find the child unconscious.
Week 7 of the Wyoming high school skiing season brings both alpine and nordic disciplines into action simultaneously for the first time. Alpine skiers head to Red Lodge, Montana, for the Cody Invitational, while nordic events shift to Jackson due to snow conditions. Competitions span Friday and Saturday with over 130 participants from six schools.
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Scammers have stolen more than $4.6 million from residents in Wyoming's three largest cities—Cheyenne, Gillette, and Sheridan—primarily via cryptocurrency ATMs, with $3 million lost in Gillette alone. Operating often from abroad, fraudsters target older victims using familiar tactics like impersonating authorities. Law enforcement reports highlight the untraceable nature of these machines, while education campaigns and proposed regulations seek to stem losses.
On November 13, Nebraska announced its first state charter for a digital asset bank, awarded to Telcoin, aiming to become a hub for fintech innovation. However, Wyoming's governor quickly challenged the claim of being first in the nation, highlighting his state's earlier efforts in the space.