GREEN RIVER, Wyo. (AP) — A fiery pileup Friday at an Interstate 80 tunnel in southwestern Wyoming killed at least two people, seriously injured at least five others and shut down the highway.
The crash involved an unknown number of trucks and other vehicles inside and outside the tunnel at Green River. Black smoke and exploding tires made getting inside difficult for rescuers, Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper Nicholas Warren said.
The crash in the twin tunnel's westbound tube late Friday morning closed the highway in both directions, with still no estimate by late afternoon when it would reopen. Highway traffic was being rerouted through Green River.
A statement from nearby Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County urged people not to visit unless they had an emergency or family in the “mass casualty” wreck. Hospital spokeswoman Lena Warren said she did not know yet how many victims were admitted.
The quarter-mile (400-meter) tunnel goes under Castle Rock, a sandstone formation that stands over Green River, the Sweetwater County seat of 11,500 people.
This photo provided by the Wyoming Highway Patrol shows smoke from a multiple-vehicle crash in the westbound tunnel of Interstate-80 in Green River, Wyo., on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. (Wyoming Highway Patrol via AP)
WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 9, 2026--
Kiddopia, the award-winning learning app for kids, announced today that it has been nominated for Best Kids & Family App in the Apps, Software & Immersive category at the 30th Annual Webby Awards. Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards, presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet.
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Kiddopia is a globally loved learning app designed for children aged 2–8, offering a wide range of interactive games and activities that nurture creativity, cognitive development, language skills, and social-emotional learning. With thoughtfully designed content and a safe, ad-free environment, Kiddopia empowers young learners to explore, imagine, and grow at their own pace.
“Nominees like Kiddopia are raising the bar for creativity and innovation on the Internet,” said Nick Borenstein, General Manager of The Webby Awards. “At the 30th Annual Webby Awards, this recognition feels especially meaningful. It’s no small feat to stand out among nearly 13,000 entries, and this year’s work reflects the energy, originality, and ambition shaping the Internet right now.”
“We are incredibly honored to be nominated for the Webby Awards. At Kiddopia, our mission has always been to make learning joyful and meaningful for children around the world. This recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication to creating a safe, engaging, and enriching digital experience for young learners,” said Manish Gaurav, Business Head, Kiddopia.
As a nominee, Kiddopia is also eligible to win a Webby People’s Voice Award, which is voted online by fans across the globe. From now until April 16th, Kiddopia fans can cast their votes at https://bit.ly/4mdDi6k.
About Kiddopia
Kiddopia is an award-winning educational app for kids aged 2–8, designed to foster early childhood development through play. With a curriculum rooted in creativity, critical thinking, and real-world skills, Kiddopia offers a diverse library of interactive games and experiences across subjects like math, language, general knowledge, and social-emotional learning. Trusted by millions of families worldwide, Kiddopia provides a safe, ad-free environment where children can learn, explore, and grow.
About The Webby Awards
Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Games; Podcasts; Creators and AI. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received over 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide this year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include Adobe, WP Engine, Meltwater, Patreon, NAACP, KPMG, Wall Street Journal, Deadline, AdAge, TechCrunch, The Hollywood Reporter, SXSW, Scalable, and The Society of Digital Agencies.
Kids-loved app, Kiddopia nominated for Webby Awards 2026
