Caitlin Tan

In Wyoming, cattle outnumber people two to one , and plenty of other furry pets roam around. But there are fewer and fewer veterinarians to care for these critters.

Open Spaces show rundown for April 3, 2026

Local farmers are grappling with drought and high prices for both fuel and fertilizer this spring. Over 90% of Wyoming is experiencing some form of drought.

Fuel and fertilizer costs have increased dramatically since the war with Iran.

Gas taxes aren’t popular, but they go toward funding — and maintaining — roads and bridges across the country.

In the Cowboy State, about every third vehicle on the road is a pickup. As diesel prices soar, we check in with everyday truck drivers.

Each year, the federal government spends about $3 billion fighting wildfires. And this season is off to a rough start.

Nearly three-quarters of the water in the Colorado River system is used for irrigation.

Across the U.S., farmers and ranchers are struggling to weather a growing season plagued by drought, high prices, and a trade war.

This year, the federal government invested billions into the uranium supply chain.