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01/26/2025

It was a sunny day in Montana, but don't let that fool you—the cold is sticking around, with temps dipping as low as -16°F in some areas tonight 🌬️✨🌘 An Air Stagnation Advisory from Flathead Co. to the Bitterroot Valley, impacting air quality. ⚠️💨 Cold Weather Advisories are also in place with wind chills possibly as low as -35°F in SW MT 🥶

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MONTANA - Montanans enjoyed a sunny day today, despite lingering Arctic air causing temperatures to peak in the 20s, however, Dillon and Livingston didn't break the 20-degree mark. The dry

01/26/2025

The Capital High girl's basketball team trailed after the first, second and third quarters but was able to comeback in the fourth and beat crosstown rival Helena High 38-34.

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HELENA- The Capital High girls basketball team earned a close, 38-34 victory over rival Helena High in the Jungle Saturday afternoon. The Bruins trailed after the first, second and third

01/26/2025

Early this morning, an altercation on Highway 93 N led to an individual being injured by gunfire. Fortunately, the injuries were not life-threatening, and there is no public safety risk. The Missoula County Sheriff's Office is continuing their investigation with the help of several local agencies.

The following is a press release from Missoula County Sheriff's Office:

01/26/2025

Four female Israeli soldiers were released in Gaza and returned home, while 200 Palestinian prisoners were freed in exchange. The ceasefire has brought a temporary halt to conflict, but tensions remain high as more hostages are expected to be released soon.

Four female Israeli soldiers who were taken in the attack that sparked the war in Gaza have returned to Israel after Hamas militants paraded them before a crowd of thousands

01/25/2025

UPDATE: Senator Daines and tribal leaders are addressing misinformation about alleged deportation plans targeting Montana tribes, assuring community safety. Fort Belknap Indian Community President Jeffrey Stiffarm and Senator Daines confirmed there are no such plans, urging calm and accurate information sharing.

Tribal members are encouraged to carry their tribal IDs as a precaution while authorities continue to monitor the situation.

UPDATE on Jan 25, 2025 @ 3:50 pm:

01/25/2025

MISSOULA, Mont. -- The Montana State women continued their roaring start to conference play, moving to 8-0 against Big Sky opposition (and 18-2 overall), taking down archrival Montana (7-12, 3-5)

01/25/2025

Kia America is recalling over 80,000 vehicles due to potential issues with floor wiring that could affect airbag and seat belt deployment. This affects certain 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid, and Hybrid models.

Kia is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles due to floor wiring beneath the front passenger seat that can become damaged and prevent airbags and seat belts from deploying properly. Damaged

01/25/2025

Israel's military confirms it won't meet the Sunday deadline for withdrawal from southern Lebanon, citing unmet obligations by Hezbollah and the Lebanese army. This comes amid ongoing ceasefire efforts in Gaza.

What does this mean for regional stability? Read more:

Israel’s military says it won’t complete its withdrawal from southern Lebanon by Sunday as outlined in its ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah militants. The confirmation came Saturday while another fragile ceasefire

01/25/2025

The Board of Public Education has approved 5 new public charter schools, offering more educational options for families. These schools will have the autonomy to make decisions on finance, curriculum, and more to create a unique learning environment.

How will these schools impact local communities? Find out more:

MONTANA - The Montana Board of Public Education has approved the establishment of several new public charter schools. This decision follows the authorization of public charter schools by the Montana

01/25/2025

Get ready for winter fun in Great Falls! Join Winter Trails Day on Feb 1 for hikes at Silver Crest Winter Recreation Area. Need snowshoes? Check out local rentals! Prefer indoor events? Don't miss the Chefs, Champagne & Art Fundraiser on Feb 7.

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GREAT FALLS, Mont. – Residents of Great Falls have exciting events to look forward to this winter, including Winter Trails Day and the Chefs, Champagne, & Art Fundraiser.

01/25/2025

Kristi Noem, governor of South Dakota, has been confirmed to lead the Department of Homeland Security. Known for her strong stance on border security, Noem vows to prioritize fair and lawful immigration processes.

What does this mean for local communities? Read more

The US Senate on Saturday confirmed South Dakota governor Kristi Noem to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), a key agency in President Donald Trump's push to clamp down

01/25/2025

The Helena High boy's basketball team made it five wins in a row over crosstown rival Capital High with a 70-53-win Friday night.

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HELENA- The Helena High boys basketball team raced past crosstown rival Capital High 73-50 in the Jungle on Friday Night. The Bengals have now won five straight over the Bruins.

01/25/2025

Pete Hegseth has been confirmed as the nation's defense secretary after a dramatic tie-breaking vote in the Senate. Despite concerns about his qualifications and behavior, the Republican-led Senate backed Hegseth, a former Fox News host and combat veteran. Hegseth promises a "warrior culture" for the Pentagon.

What does this mean for the future of the Pentagon? Find out more:

The Senate has confirmed Pete Hegseth as the nation’s defense secretary in a dramatic late-night vote. Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote Friday in a late-night session. Republicans

01/25/2025

Exciting news for Missoula! The Partners Hope Foundation's new hospice center is almost ready to serve those in need. With 12 patient rooms and amenities like a spa and full kitchen, it aims to provide comfort and care. Learn how this $15.4M project is shaping up!

MISSOULA, Mont. – The Partner Hope Foundation has completed construction on its new hospice center in Missoula, offering critical services to the region. This facility is only the second of

01/25/2025

Snow showers continue tonight, with Winter Weather Advisories for central & western MT. ⚠️❄️ Up to 3 inches of snow at higher elevations, while gusty winds in north-central areas could impact road conditions & visibility. 🌬️🚗 A mostly dry weekend is on the horizon, with sunshine likely to return and a warm front expected in the coming week. ☀️

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MONTANA - While sunshine brightened many areas today, minor snow moved through central in the afternoon and evening.

01/25/2025

UPDATE Jan 25 @ 4:17 pm:
Sen. Daines & tribal leaders have publicly addressed & debunked the rumors about alleged deportation plans targeting Montana tribes, assuring community safety.
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UPDATE Jan 24 @ 5:49 pm:
Fort Belknap Indian Community Council now is also urging tribe members to carry their tribal ID at all times as a precautionary measure.
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Fort Peck Tribal Members urged to carry their Tribal ID amid concerns over recent deportation orders from President Trump. Tribal Chairman Justin Gray Hawk assures the community that the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 protects their citizenship rights. A federal judge has temporarily blocked the executive order, with a decision on its permanence expected soon

FORT PECK, FORT BELKNAP Mont. – Fort Peck and Fort Belknap Tribal members are being urged to carry their tribal identification amid concerns about deportation threats.

01/25/2025

Hear from all four teams as we get set to renew the top basketball rivalry in the state of Montana on Saturday.

The much-anticipated Brawl of the Wild basketball rivalry is set to renew in Missoula this Saturday, featuring both men's and women's games between Montana and Montana State.

01/25/2025

Quick action by the Polson Rural Fire District contained a fire near Big Arm, Mont., limiting damage to the deck area, as shown in a video from Polson Fire. Thanks to a vigilant neighbor's alert and a rapid response, no injuries occurred.

BIG ARM, Mont. – A structure fire on Dogwood Lane was swiftly contained by the Polson Rural Fire District (PRFD) on Thursday at 12:53 p.m.