Author: Staff Writer

Trump Nominates Montana Rep. Bill Mercer to Federal District Court
Former U.S. Attorney and current state legislator nominated to serve on U.S. District Court for District of Montana

Hoot-Owl Fishing Restrictions Take Effect Friday on Four Southwest Montana Rivers
Daytime fishing closures protect catch-and-release trout when water temperatures reach dangerous levels

MSU Mathematics Professor Receives National Teaching Award
Elizabeth Arnold’s recognition highlights Montana’s role in advancing STEM education

Some Local Libraries Continue Hot Spot Lending Program as COVID-Era Funding Expires
Local library boards and Friends groups step in to continue internet access service after federal COVID funds expire



Montana Leads 23-State Coalition Challenging School Gender Policies as State Faces Own Parental Rights Battles
AG Knudsen files brief supporting parental rights in Delaware federal court case

Emergency Alert Gap Could Put Montana Residents at Risk During Wildfire Season
Many residents mistakenly believe they’ll automatically receive certain evacuation warnings, but opt-in registration is required, Missoula officials say

Montana GOP Delegation Backs “Big Beautiful Bill” as Democrats Issue Dire Warnings
Republican delegation celebrates passage while state Democrats warn of healthcare ‘catastrophe’

Montana Congressional Delegation Warns of Grid Reliability Threats from Alberta
Alberta’s electricity rules could undermine Montana grid during extreme cold











