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Montana Supreme Court hears arguments in case centered on 2023 Gianforte veto
Every two years, the Montana Legislature passes bills, the governor vetoes them, and they die. But in one case after the 2023 session, a bill in that situation got tied up in a monthslong legal battle
Hundreds attend Charlie Kirk memorial at Montana Capitol
Several hundred people gathered in front of the Montana State Capitol in memory of Charlie Kirk, Sept. 12, 2025, after the well-known conservative activist was assassinated.
Helena officials have questions over state's calculations of property values
Right now, local governments across Montana are finalizing their budgets for the coming year and getting ready to send out property tax bills.
District Court judge intervenes in PSC dispute
A Montana District Court Judge has granted a temporary restraining order blocking Governor Greg Gianforte from taking any action to suspend Montana Public Service Commission President Brad Molnar.
PSC President's attempt to withdraw his removal letter fails
On Wednesday, Montana Public Service Commission President Brad Molnar, R-Laurel, put forth a motion to withdraw a letter sent by the PSC Response Team to Governor Greg Gianforte.
Montana tests the accuracy and integrity of new election machines
On Wednesday at the State Capitol, election officials ran an analysis on new election technology to see if it could be used in Montana elections.
Judge hears arguments in lawsuit challenging Montana education savings accounts
On Thursday, a state district judge in Helena heard arguments on whether a school choice program for students with disabilities violates the Montana Constitution.
Accusations fly during continuing Montana PSC investigation
A month after the head of the elected body that regulates utilities in Montana announced he was under investigation, the controversy surrounding the Public Service Commission is continuing to heat up.
Gianforte tours Boulder correctional facility repurposed for female inmates
Starting a few months ago, the state of Montana began moving some of its female inmates to a facility outside Boulder – the latest step aimed at addressing the growing need for prison space.
Montana Department of Administration explains centralization efforts
Earlier this summer, MTN reported that the Gianforte administration was looking to centralize state agencies’ procurement, human resources and information technology under the department.
Legislative Republicans hold onto bill from 2025 session, expecting litigation
Almost four months after the end of the Montana Legislature’s 2025 session, there’s still one bill that passed the Legislature but hasn’t become law or been vetoed: Senate Bill 437.
Montana political campaign contractor charged with embezzling $253K
According to court documents, a former contractor with Montana political campaigns will admit to embezzling more than $250,000 from her clients. -
Chippewa Cree Tribe files suit over Chouteau County’s electoral system
A lawsuit filed by the Chippewa Cree Tribe argues that Chouteau County’s current electoral system silences Native voices.
Second committee trying to get nonpartisan judicial election measure on ballot
A second committee has announced it’s going to try to get an initiative onto next year’s ballot to ensure that Montana’s judicial elections remain nonpartisan.
Program to help Montanans apply for health insurance deals with federal cuts
A program that helps Montanans applying for health coverage says it will need to significantly scale back its work, after losing much of its federal funding.
Montana homeowners can apply for property tax rebate
On Friday, the application window will open for Montana homeowners to claim a one-time rebate on their property taxes.
Gianforte announces new state workforce development plan
Gov. Greg Gianforte’s administration says Montana needs to do more to make sure its workforce development programs are all working together.
Montana FWP ready for changes to Habitat Montana program funding
The program was originally funded through fees on hunting licenses, but its account grew significantly after 2022, when the state began directing revenue from Montana’s legal marijuana sales there.
Helena event lets voters "Speed Date" mayoral and city commission candidates
There’s one month to go before Helena voters pick which candidates advance through the city primary. On Thursday night, an event aimed to introduce candidates to the public – in a more unusual format.
Lawsuit claims appointment of Clancy lawmaker as Commerce director was unlawful
A lawsuit was filed this week, seeking to block the appointment of a state lawmaker to run the Montana Department of Commerce.
