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Montana passes I-194 to limit corporate spending as other states take notice
The effort is drawing attention from people more than a thousand miles away, with Montana's approach helping to shape a broader national conversation about restricting corporate political spending.
Forstag holds first news conference after victory in western U.S. House race
Democrat Sam Forstag said his work is only beginning – and he vowed to continue reaching out to serve those who didn’t support him, as well as those who did.
Forstag victory sends Montana Democrat to U.S. House for first time in 30 years
Voters cast their ballots in Montana’s closely watched 1st Congressional District race between Republican Aaron Flint and Democrat Sam Forstag.
Republican Kurt Alme wins Montana US Senate race
Montana voters have elected Republican Kurt Alme as the state’s next U.S. senator, following a four-way race that saw many twists and turns.
Republican Downing projected to win re-election in eastern Montana House race
U.S. Rep. Troy Downing is projected to win re-election to his eastern Montana congressional seat, according to The Associated Press.
Montana Lottery director answers questions on Montana Lottery postponement
Montana Lottery leaders say they’re working to get their popular annual Montana Millionaire game back on track, after technical problems forced a delay in ticket sales Sunday.
Montana voter turnout on pace with 2022 election, behind 2024
It’s typical for voter turnout to be lower during midterm elections, when people aren’t choosing a president. So far this year, that pattern is holding in Montana.
Ellsworth back in court, as attorneys challenge official misconduct retrial
Former Montana Senate President Sen. Jason Ellsworth, R-Hamilton, had another appearance in court Thursday morning, about a month and a half before a scheduled second trial.
Veteran lawmaker Gist faces challenge from newcomer Ferderer in MT HD 25 race
The race for House District 25, which covers the western part of Cascade County, features a three-term incumbent looking to hold off a challenge from a political newcomer
Montana PSC delays decision on NorthWestern Energy-Black Hills Energy merger
Montana regulators met Tuesday to take action on NorthWestern Energy’s planned merger with Black Hills Energy, but they ended up delaying a final decision for two weeks.
MT HD 19 races features rematch as Weber looks to hold seat against Trebas
If the ballot for Montana House District 19 seems familiar, that’s because it features the same candidates as two years ago in incumbent Jane Weber and challenger Hannah Trebas.
Montana legislative elections to set stage for 2027 session
Montana voters won’t just be deciding who they’re sending to Congress this November; they’ll also be choosing the makeup of the state Legislature, ahead of the 2027 session starting in January. -
Meet the candidates for Montana House District 23's race
Although Montana House District 23’s boundaries lie mostly within Great Falls city limits, the contestants in the race both have strong connections to the community of Cascade.
Vance stops in Belgrade to rally for Montana GOP candidates Flint and Alme
Vice President JD Vance is in Belgrade Monday to rally for GOP candidates in Montana, just over a week before the Nov. 3 election.
Watch Montana Votes: The Ballot Breakdown
Watch MTN News coverage of all the major races in Montana, including two House races and one Senate race, leading up to the Nov. 3 election.
Paul Jefferson challenging incumbent Russ Miner in race for MT House District 26
House District 26 covers wide area. And for the candidates in the race, water and education are among their top priorities.
Montana will have low congressional seniority in 2027
We still don’t know who Montana voters will be sending to represent them in Congress this election, but one thing we do know is that at least two of them will be newcomers.
Bankhead claims she was offered job to leave Senate race, DNC denies allegation
Montana’s U.S. Senate race was at the center of political controversy again this week, over an allegation from the Democratic nominee that she had been offered a job if she would drop out of the race.
Vice President JD Vance to hold campaign rally in Belgrade
Vice President JD Vance will be holding a campaign rally in Montana next week – the latest event from national Republican leaders seeking to boost GOP candidates in the state ahead of Election Day.
Senators file second lawsuit challenging Montana property tax reform bill
Montanans will soon be seeing their first property tax bills under the new “homestead” tax system approved in the 2025 state legislative session.
