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Western Montana News delivers real reporting from Missoula — covering city government, education, law enforcement, and political movements shaping the region. We go beyond legacy media spin to highlight the stories that matter to everyday Montanans. From City Council to the courthouse, stay informed with independent, local coverage you can trust.

Missoula Mayor Andrea Davis

Missoula Mayor’s Office Manufactures ‘Misinformation’ Crisis Regarding Migrant Placements

Mayor endorsed migrant placement groups publicly, goes radio silent when asked for actual numbers

Roofer using nail gun for shingle installation on residential roof.

Missoula Eliminates Waiting for Roofing Permits After Storm Damage Delays

New permit system eliminates multi-day waits for urgent home repairs

Patriotic Tribute at a Veterans' Cemetery

VA Awards $1.5 Million for Western Montana Veterans Cemetery Expansion

Expansion will serve more than 17,000 veterans and eligible family members

Missoula City Council Ward 1 Vacancy Public Comment

Missoula City Council Ignores State Law Requiring Ward 1 Vacancy Be Filled Within 30 Days

Ward 1 residents remain without representation as October 4 legal deadline approaches with no council action planned

Downtown Cityscape with Modern Office Buildings

Missoula Residents Get Final Say on New Zoning Rules October 9

Drop-in event offers last chance for public input before December City Council vote on new development regulations

a person holding a tennis racket and a ball

Missoula Parks Hosts Community Pickleball Social to Build Connections Through Recreation

Friday evening event at Fort Missoula Regional Park welcomes all skill levels for round-robin play, food trucks and community building

Missoula Public Library Green Roof Rendering

Missoula Redevelopment to Consider $75,000 for Library Green Roof Despite City’s Deficit Budget

Tax increment financing request comes weeks after city adopted $2.5 million deficit budget

Hands-On Fire Safety Demonstration

Montana FWP Debuts Robotic Bear Training Trailer for Statewide Safety Initiative

High-tech training tool debuts Sept. 10 in Missoula as part of 13 Bear Aware events across Montana this month

Missoula City Council Chambers

Missoula City Council Adopts Budget With $2.5 Million Deficit, Claims Tax Relief for Most Homeowners

City increases total property tax revenue by $2.4 million while claiming most homeowners will see reductions

Scenic Riverside Park in a Small City

Missoula Churches Plan Mountain Worship, Downtown Caras Park Event This Sunday

Multi-church event features mountaintop worship at 4 p.m., followed by Caras Park celebration

Missoula Weather

9:33 pm, Oct 28, 2025
temperature icon 39°F
overcast clouds
67 %
1030 mb
3 mph
Wind Gust 4 mph
Clouds 100%
Visibility 6 mi
Sunrise 8:12 am
Sunset 6:26 pm

Missoula Crime Reports