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Montana Republicans Blame ‘Schumer Shutdown’ as Democrats Block House Funding Bill
Senate Democrats reject continuing resolution similar to measures they’ve supported in the past
Missoula Crime Report – September 30, 2025
Multiple incidents of disorderly conduct and animal concerns marked the day.
Great Falls Area State Park Offers Fall Stargazing and Harvest Moon Events
First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park hosts October astronomy events designed to showcase Montana’s dark skies
Human Remains Found by Recreationists in Missoula County Date Back Centuries
Ancient Remains Transferred to Tribal Custody After Radiocarbon Dating
Federal Coal Initiative Could Unlock Valuable Minerals from Berkeley Pit
Interior Department opens 13.1 million acres for coal leasing while launching mine waste recovery program that could benefit Butte Superfund site
Gallatin Crime Report – September 29, 2025
Early morning dominated by traffic and civil incidents across neighborhoods
Montana Seeks Public Input on How to Spend Historic Rural Health Funding
October 2 webinar represents final chance for Montanans to influence $50 billion federal program before November application deadline
Gallatin Crime Report – September 27, 2025
Increased Traffic Incidents and Patrol Checks Mark Busy Day
Missoula Crime Report – September 27, 2025
Substantial Incidents of Disorderly Conduct Across Neighborhoods
Gallatin Crime Report – September 26, 2025
High volume of patrol checks and traffic-related incidents.
Billings Man Gets 15 Years for Interstate Meth Operation, Armed Drug Dealing
GPS tracking leads to arrest after cross-state drug procurement run
Montana Constitution Contest Allows Students Creative Freedom Ahead of Nation’s 250th
Fifth annual contest invites K-12 students to explore Declaration of Independence through art, music, photography or essays