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Missoulians join nationwide ‘No Kings’ protest movement with downtown march opposing Trump
Honduran Man Sentenced in Montana Federal Court for Third Illegal Reentry Into U.S.
Carlos Ponce-Lopez caught in Montana after two previous removals and federal convictions
We Didn’t Get The Property Tax Relief We Need
Tax Shift Helps Some, Hikes Bills for Others, and Leaves Systemic Issues Unresolved
Recent
Fort Belknap Indian Reservation School Employee Arraigned on Witness Tampering, Child Abuse Reporting Charges
Hays school employee faces up to 20 years in prison for allegedly intimidating witnesses and failing to report suspected abuse
Helena Mobilizes Municipal, State Resources for Coordinated Multiday “Juneteenth” Observance
City, state agencies, museums coordinate programming for recently established federal holiday
Missoula’s Venture Medical Acquires Biotech Assets to Expand Wound Care Portfolio
Montana company adds FDA-cleared keratin technology and industry veteran to fuel national expansion
Four Montana Communities Join State’s Main Street Revitalization Program
Big Timber, Fort Benton, Wibaux and Winnett gain access to grants and technical assistance for downtown development
Montana Heritage Center Nears Completion with Final $1M Fundraising Push
Historical Society launches final campaign to complete $60 million capital project by July 30
Montana Sets New Business Registration Record with 6,500 New Companies in May
State on track to break 2024’s record of nearly 64,000 new business registrations
If the Bible Doesn’t Motivate You to Take a Stand, Maybe Satan Will?
The Satanic Temple’s Abortion Clinics and “Destruction Rituals” Are a Wake-Up Call to Christians
Montana Officials Warn of Fake Text Scams Targeting Drivers
Fraudulent messages claim to be from Motor Vehicle Division, demand payment for fake fines
Crime Reports
Missoula County
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Numerous Traffic Incidents and Welfare Checks Across the City
Gallatin County
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Early Morning Civil Disputes and Traffic Stops Dominate
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Business
Missoula’s Venture Medical Acquires Biotech Assets to Expand Wound Care Portfolio
Montana company adds FDA-cleared keratin technology and industry veteran to fuel national expansion
Four Montana Communities Join State’s Main Street Revitalization Program
Big Timber, Fort Benton, Wibaux and Winnett gain access to grants and technical assistance for downtown development
Montana Sets New Business Registration Record with 6,500 New Companies in May
State on track to break 2024’s record of nearly 64,000 new business registrations
Trump Administration Extends Bull Mountains Mine Life by Nine Years as Montana Leaders Celebrate Energy Victory
Federal Approval Boosts Coal Industry, Jobs, and Economic Impact in Musselshell County
Montana Awards $320,000 in Grants to 25 Native-Owned Small Businesses
Commerce Department’s Indian Equity Fund supports Native American entrepreneurs across the state
Montana Maintains Low Unemployment Ranking Third-Lowest in the Nation
State’s jobless rate holds steady at 2.7% for April, marking 46 consecutive months below 3.4%
Culture
‘No Kings’ Protest Brings Anti-Trump Message to Downtown Missoula
Missoulians join nationwide ‘No Kings’ protest movement with downtown march opposing Trump
Helena Mobilizes Municipal, State Resources for Coordinated Multiday “Juneteenth” Observance
City, state agencies, museums coordinate programming for recently established federal holiday
Montana Heritage Center Nears Completion with Final $1M Fundraising Push
Historical Society launches final campaign to complete $60 million capital project by July 30
If the Bible Doesn’t Motivate You to Take a Stand, Maybe Satan Will?
The Satanic Temple’s Abortion Clinics and “Destruction Rituals” Are a Wake-Up Call to Christians
University of Montana Pro-Life Student Group Grows Despite Harassment, Earning Award Nomination
Group grows from one member to 30 while facing campus hostility, receives award nomination
Montana’s First Safe Haven Baby Box Blessed at Lockwood Fire Hall
Second box planned for Missoula as state secures funding for eight additional Safe Haven installations
Government
Helena Mobilizes Municipal, State Resources for Coordinated Multiday “Juneteenth” Observance
City, state agencies, museums coordinate programming for recently established federal holiday
Four Montana Communities Join State’s Main Street Revitalization Program
Big Timber, Fort Benton, Wibaux and Winnett gain access to grants and technical assistance for downtown development
Montana Heritage Center Nears Completion with Final $1M Fundraising Push
Historical Society launches final campaign to complete $60 million capital project by July 30
Montana Sets New Business Registration Record with 6,500 New Companies in May
State on track to break 2024’s record of nearly 64,000 new business registrations
Montana Officials Warn of Fake Text Scams Targeting Drivers
Fraudulent messages claim to be from Motor Vehicle Division, demand payment for fake fines
Downing, Zinke Seek Permanent Colstrip Relief from Federal Emissions Standards
Legislation would provide regulatory relief for Colstrip and other coal-fired power plants nationwide
Politics
‘No Kings’ Protest Brings Anti-Trump Message to Downtown Missoula
Missoulians join nationwide ‘No Kings’ protest movement with downtown march opposing Trump
Downing, Zinke Seek Permanent Colstrip Relief from Federal Emissions Standards
Legislation would provide regulatory relief for Colstrip and other coal-fired power plants nationwide
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Combat Drug Trafficking on Montana Tribal Lands
PROTECT Act would expand tribal jurisdiction to prosecute non-Native drug offenders
Daines Pushes for Big Beautiful Bill Passage, Warns of Chinese Agricultural Threats
Montana senator discusses Ukraine drone strikes, ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ during Fox Business appearance
Ellie Boldman, Lucifer, and the Breaking of the Liberal Mind
How a Montana progressive darling became the center of whispers, resignations, and one woman’s tragic end
Montana’s Foreign Money ‘Ban’ Wouldn’t Have Stopped $3 Million in 2024 Abortion Amendment Funding
Watchdogs say the state’s election finance reform falls short of its promise to keep foreign influence out of ballot campaigns
National
Montana Leads 28-State Legal Challenge to Maine’s 72-Hour Gun Waiting Period
Legal challenge argues 72-hour waiting period violates Second Amendment protections under Supreme Court’s Bruen standard
Montana AG Celebrates Supreme Court Victory Shielding Gun Manufacturers from Mexico Lawsuit
High court shuts down Mexico’s bid to sue American manufacturers over Mexican cartel and gun violence
Daines Pushes for Big Beautiful Bill Passage, Warns of Chinese Agricultural Threats
Montana senator discusses Ukraine drone strikes, ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ during Fox Business appearance
Montana Attorney General Leads Multi-State Opposition to DEI Training Practices
Montana AG argues DEI training scapegoats white employees, violates Title VII
Montana Joins Coalition Urging Closure of Drug Trafficking Loophole
The coalition of attorneys general seeks to amend CBP’s Entry Type 86 program to tighten U.S. border security against illegal drug imports.
Governor Gianforte Appeals to U.S. Supreme Court to Uphold Parental Rights in Montana
Governor files amicus brief urging reversal of Montana Supreme Court’s decision on abortion consent law.
Elections
Montana’s Foreign Money ‘Ban’ Wouldn’t Have Stopped $3 Million in 2024 Abortion Amendment Funding
Watchdogs say the state’s election finance reform falls short of its promise to keep foreign influence out of ballot campaigns
Missoula County Mails Out 75,000 Ballots for School and Special District Elections
Residents encouraged to plan early ballot returns for May 6th mail-only election
East Missoula Fire District’s Levy Proposal Clarified Amid Initial Confusion
Community to vote on a proposed $300,000 levy for the East Missoula Rural Fire District in the upcoming Special District Election.
Montana Seeks Federal Help to Clean Voter Rolls and Verify Eligibility
With support from the Trump administration, Montana plans deeper checks on voter eligibility
Flathead Judge Dan Wilson Enters Montana Supreme Court Race
Conservative jurist seeks to succeed retiring Justice Beth Baker
How Choteau Officials Used Lawfare to Crush Political Opponent Nathan White
The mayor, city bureaucrats, and Teton County deputies joined forces to dismantle a local reformer’s campaign—and exile him from public life.
Health
Montana’s First Safe Haven Baby Box Blessed at Lockwood Fire Hall
Second box planned for Missoula as state secures funding for eight additional Safe Haven installations
Montana Launches Summer Food Service Program for Children Statewide
Free meals available to all youth 18 and under through USDA-sponsored program
Montana Officials Launch Summer Traffic Safety Campaign as ‘100 Deadliest Days’ Begin
Attorney General and Highway Patrol increase enforcement during Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day
Sen. Daines, Pro-Life Leaders Urge FDA to Reassess Abortion Pill Safety After New Study
New study finds 1 in 10 women suffer serious complications from mifepristone
Missoula Public Library Introduces New Telehealth Pod
A collaborative initiative aims to make pediatric healthcare more accessible in Montana.
Montana Launches Pioneering Free Digital Mental Health Tool for Youth
The initiative, known as Project YES, aims to address the high adolescent suicide rates in Montana.