Smoke, Heat, and Local Wins in Wyoming | Cheyenne News

Cheyenne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Wyoming’s skies are hazy and air quality is dangerously poor due to wildfire smoke drifting in from afar, forcing officials to urge residents—especially those with breathing issues—to stay indoors. Compounding the problem, a relentless heatwave is pushing Cheyenne temperatures into the 90s, creating a hazardous combo of smoke and sweltering heat. Amid these challenges, the CRMC Emergency Department earned a prestigious national ENA Lantern Award for Excellence in emergency care—a bright spot in tough times. Meanwhile, Cheyenne police are sounding the alarm on a spike in vehicle burglaries…