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Indian National Sentenced for Sexual Assault on Bozeman-Dallas Flight
New Jersey man groped passenger throughout January flight, faces deportation to India
Property Tax Bills Passed by Democrats and ‘Defecting Republicans’
Missoula County Republican Leader Criticizes Gianforte, Legislators Over SB 542 and HB 231
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
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
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
Federal Grant Money Is Coming to Kalispell. Who Gets to Decide How It’s Spent?
December 4 hearing will shape how federal dollars are spent on local housing, infrastructure, and economic development projects
Missoula Crime Report – November 19, 2025
A busy day with numerous traffic incidents and hazards.
Gallatin Crime Report – November 19, 2025
Focused incidents and police activity across Gallatin County