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Downing, Zinke Seek Permanent Colstrip Relief from Federal Emissions Standards
Legislation would provide regulatory relief for Colstrip and other coal-fired power plants nationwide
Gallatin Crime Report – June 7, 2025
Multiple Traffic Incidents and Patrol Checks Dominate Activities
Missoula Crime Report – June 9, 2025
Multiple incidents reported, with a notable spike in welfare checks and disturbances.
Sheehy’s Bipartisan Wildfire Bill Heads to President’s Desk
Bill allows Defense Department to sell excess aircraft and parts for wildfire suppression fleet
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
Box Elder Man Pleads Guilty to Child Sexual Abuse After Victim’s Family Allowed Him to Stay in Home
Peter Maxwell Houle, 35, faces up to 15 years in prison after admitting to sexual relationship with 15-year-old victim
Missoula County Budget Planning Moving Forward as Residents Face Key Participation Window
Public comment opportunities available through September for county’s annual spending plan
Montana Superintendent Hedalen Names Craig Barringer as Deputy, Announces Key Staff Appointments
Veteran educator with 39 years of experience joins Office of Public Instruction leadership team alongside new chief of staff and legal counsel
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
Gallatin Crime Report – June 6, 2025
Early Morning Activity Dominated by Traffic and Patrol Incidents
Missoula Crime Report – June 8, 2025
Diverse incidents including disturbances and accidents dominate
Missoula Crime Report – June 7, 2025
High Frequency of Medical and Public Safety Incidents
Gallatin Crime Report – June 5, 2025
Increased patrol checks observed across multiple neighborhoods
Missoula Crime Report – June 6, 2025
A surge in various incidents, from thefts to disturbances.
Gallatin Crime Report – June 4, 2025
Intense Early Morning Activity with Numerous Patrol Checks and Traffic Stops
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Combat Drug Trafficking on Montana Tribal Lands
PROTECT Act would expand tribal jurisdiction to prosecute non-Native drug offenders
Missoula Crime Report – June 5, 2025
Multiple areas exhibit a rise in disturbances and suspicious activities.


