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Left-Wing Law Firm Represents Environmental Groups Suing Montana Energy Giant
Earthjustice challenges Northwestern Energy’s data center contracts, citing lack of PSC approval
Gifts with a Lift Returns for 73rd Year to Support Montana State Hospital Patients
Annual donation program relies on public generosity to ensure every MSH patient receives a holiday gift
- Opinion
Montana’s New Property Tax Laws Pick Winners and Losers
State Rep. Shannon Maness explains why he and 32 other Republicans voted against the new property tax legislation
Montana Signs Agreement With Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for Data Centers, Energy Projects
MOU signed during Japan trade mission to explore data center, power infrastructure investment in southern Montana
- Opinion
Vetting Doesn’t Divide Republicans — Dishonesty Does
Montana House candidate Trevor Walter says party questionnaires aren’t about loyalty — they’re about giving voters the truth they deserve
Missoula Crime Report – November 20, 2025
Significant Incidents of Thefts, Fires and Public Disturbances
Gallatin Crime Report – November 20, 2025
Diverse incidents from alarms to traffic crimes reported across neighborhoods
NorthWestern Energy Customers to Receive Refunds After PSC Cuts Rate Hike by $43 Million
Commission approves Yellowstone County power plant but rejects portions of utility’s cost recovery request
- Opinion
New Federal Court Case Confirms That Montana Should Join the Call for an Amendments Convention
Legal ruling provides clarity on state powers to propose federal amendments
Martin City Babysitter Sentenced to 40 Years for Child Pornography Crimes
Bonner fled before law enforcement arrived, was arrested two weeks later
Montana Opens Voting on New Highway Welcome Sign Design
Public voting runs through Dec. 31 on three designs inspired by state’s new brand
Mexican National Who Crashed Into Vehicle During 80 MPH Kalispell Chase Pleads Guilty to Fourth Illegal Reentry
Baldemar Duarte-Nieto faces up to 10 years for fourth illegal reentry since 1996, has criminal history spanning three states