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Montana Supreme Court hears arguments in case about filming police
Montana’s highest court must now decide whether a Kalispell man’s constitutional rights were violated when he was arrested after trying to film a police traffic stop.
Potential impacts on Montana of a federal government shutdown
As Congress again failed to reach agreement on a budget deal Tuesday, it appears the federal government is headed for a shutdown.
Montana Republican and Democratic party chairs discuss future
Montana’s two major political parties are in different places after the most recent state elections, but each party’s chair says they need to adjust to Montana’s new political realities.
Montana DPHHS plans application for share of federal rural health funding
Earlier this year, Congress approved tighter rules on federal Medicaid spending – but they also set aside $50 billion for a fund to help alleviate the impacts of those changes on rural hospitals.
Governor's energy task force meets in Helena
Since the start of his administration, Gov. Greg Gianforte has set up several task forces to research and provide recommendations on issues like housing availability and property taxes.
Gianforte and U.S. education secretary tour Bozeman elementary school
Pre-kindergarten classes at Morning Star School went through their normal morning routines, but they had some high-profile guests: Gov. Greg Gianforte and U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon.
Zinke backs continuing resolution to push federal funding deadline into November
The U.S. is quickly approaching another government funding deadline, which means Congress is again debating over the possibility of a shutdown.
Two-day hearing in climate lawsuit wraps up in Missoula
22 young plaintiffs have joined a federal lawsuit, challenging President Donald Trump’s energy policies.
Montana PSC dispute heard in state district court
For weeks, disputes among members of the Montana commission that regulates utilities have been playing out in commission meetings and in the media. On Tuesday, they played out in a Helena courtroom.
Judge awards $2.8M in attorney fees to Held case plaintiffs
A state district court judge in Helena has awarded almost $3 million in attorney fees to the plaintiffs in the Held v. Montana climate change lawsuit.
Montana Democrats elect new chair at state party convention
If there was one clear theme at the Montana Democratic Party’s state convention Sunday, it’s that party members are ready to get back to winning.
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.
