Public Lands

The bureau has jurisdiction over vast reserves of oil, gas and coal.

For the first time a Native American will lead the powerful department.

Two people with knowledge of Biden’s plans outlined the proposed moratorium, which will be announced Wednesday.

He signed an order in May that makes his own position the bureau’s default leader while the director’s post is vacant.

Interior Secretary David Bernhardt on Monday signed an order making Wyoming native William Perry Pendley acting head of the Bureau of Land Management.

Sportsmen and conservationists argued the state wouldn't be able to manage the additional 25 million acres of Wyoming.

Bebout says the intent of the proposed amendment has been misconstrued.

The dry conditions and high fire danger have warranted the tougher restrictions in Natrona, Converse, Platte and Goshen counties.

Friday's Interior Department announcement comes after coal exports surged in recent years as the industry sought alternatives to a weak U.S. market.

It's been 100 years and the controversy over the nation's inventory of public lands is till hot on the campaign trail. this weekend a century ago, Theodore Roosevelt was shot while campaigning for president. Deborah Smith reports.  Dogs are being blamed for the death of sheep in Fremont County. Doug Randall reports.