County Republican committees, lawmakers and candidates file brief in lawsuit against state GOP • Daily Montanan

Two weeks after a district court judge held a hearing on whether new Montana Republican Party bylaws are unconstitutional, a group of 67 individual Republicans, plus representatives of three county GO...

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Montana extends fee waiver for driver’s license, ID renewal • Daily Montanan

Waiver applies to Montanans adding U.S. citizenship marker to credentials following new legislation

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Montana Historical Society reaccredited by national museum org

Montana Historical Society reaccredited by the American Alliance of Museums, highest national recognition given to museums in U.S.

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Non-native brown trout found in Flathead watershed • Daily Montanan

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks confirmed last week the detection of non-native brown trout in two sections of the Flathead Watershed and is asking anglers for help to determine the extent of the spe...

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Sheep Creek mine operators wanted exemption from DEQ review; DEQ denies request • Daily Montanan

U.S. Critical Materials tried to argue its mine exploration project at Sheep Creek doesn’t need state agency review.

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Conservative public interest firm joins AI election lawsuit

Hamilton Lincoln, a D.C. nonprofit, joins First Amendment lawsuit over 2025 AI election law it says violates the constitution.

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Ellsworth verdict vacated after court mishap

Jury saw documents they were not supposed to see during deliberations in Jason Ellsworth official misconduct trial

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New study finds short-term rentals contribute $755M to Montana economy • Daily Montanan

Short-term rentals in Montana boosted the economy and generated more than $755 million in visitor spending in 2025.

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Ellsworth found guilty of official misconduct in criminal trial

Former Montana Senate president Jason Ellsworth found guilty of official misconduct, a misdemeanor in jury trial

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Montana wants to release 50,000 ‘pen pheasants’ per year

Roosters for Recruitment, an FWP pheasant program, could massively expand as legislators, advocates point to issues

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State officials detail rushed Ellsworth contracts

Trial will determine whether former Senate President Jason Ellsworth illegally used state money to benefit friend

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Independent Bodnar again leads all all candidates in latest fundraising reports • Daily Montanan

In two races independent candidates are fundraising better than Democratic candidates

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Data centers should be regulated separately by the PSC, coalition argues • Daily Montanan

Data centers are different from other large electricity customers, so the Montana Public Service Commission should regulate them differently.

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Feds propose rule shifting management of grizzly bears toward states • Daily Montanan

The federal government announced on Tuesday that it is planning to shift management of grizzly bears in the contiguous U.S. to the states.

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Lawyers give opening statements in Ellsworth trial

Jury also hears from three witnesses as Ellsworth, a former state Senate President, faces criminal charge in court

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Montana Senate Republicans back governor’s flat income tax plan • Daily Montanan

Republican leaders in the Montana Senate will back Gov. Greg Gianforte’s push for the state to have a single, flat income tax rate during the 2027 session.

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Counties take different approaches to data center regulation • Daily Montanan

Across Montana, concerns about data centers are spurring questions about what kind of oversight citizens and local governments have over large scale projects.

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Gianforte suspends Public Service Commissioner Molnar for one year • Daily Montanan

Gianforte has suspended Public Service Commissioner Brad Molnar for one year after independent investigations “point to unlawful conduct."

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Judge temporarily blocks Montana GOP bylaws • Daily Montanan

Bylaws adopted last month includes provisions to remove members for behavior at odds with party, including votes ‘inconsistent with the purpose and principles of Republican Party’

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Sheep Creek mine update calls for 2,200 helicopter flights in first season • Daily Montanan

STEVENSVILLE — From the sky, the Painted Rocks Reservoir stretches long and blue, and it looks immense under the timbered mountains around it.

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More than a hundred protest new Medicaid rules at Capitol • Daily Montanan

New work requirements are already complicating lives for providers and residents who risk having their Medicaid insurance coverage terminated because of paperwork problems.

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ICE raids Gallatin County sites, with as many as 100 detained • Daily Montanan

Gallatin County reported several immigration raids this week with as many as 100 residents disappearing into the Department of Homeland Security.

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President Jeremiah Shinn takes helm of University of Montana • Daily Montanan

Jeremiah Shinn started his job as the 20th president of the University of Montana with a focus on student success.

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Montana highlights industry, recreation and dinosaurs at Great American State Fair • Daily Montanan

The Treasure State booth showcases some key parts of the state and features an interactive dinosaur dig site

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Montana wildlife crossing license plate available starting July 1 • Daily Montanan

The 2025 Legislature established a program to fund wildlife crossings over roadways, and the license plate is anticipated to raise around $100,000 annually

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Medicaid cuts spark legislative, provider concern

July 1 deadline and cancellation of planned provider rates at top of mind in Montana as DPHHS says it's ready for new rules.

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Heavy rainfall leads to flooding, closures in Glacier National Park • Daily Montanan

Much of Glacier National Park is under temporary closures due to flooding after heavy rainfall the last few days.  On Sunday, park officials issued a preemptive closure along Going-to-the-Sun Road in ...

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Montana voters seek oversight of data center construction • Daily Montanan

Montana residents are seeking oversight of data center construction by putting voter initiatives on the ballot this year.

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Molnar barred from workplace at Public Service Commission, federal judge says • Daily Montanan

Public Service Commissioner Brad Molnar will remain temporarily barred from his office in Helena for professional misconduct, a judge said.

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Bison injures Yellowstone National Park tourist • Daily Montanan

A 12-year-old visitor was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on June 26, according to park officials.

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