Montana athletics changes course, opts into House settlement as new era begins

BILLINGS — The plan always was for the University of Montana to opt in to the House settlement — the landmark class-action antitrust lawsuit ushering sweeping changes to NCAA Division I athletics. The Grizzlies just didn't intend to take the...

Montana: From 75M years ago to today

BOZEMAN — The Museum of the Rockies is preparing to highlight a significant gap in Montana's prehistoric history with its upcoming exhibit, "Cretaceous Crossroads." This exhibit aims to connect the dots between notable dinosaur species, such as...

US Supreme Court won’t take up case over Montana abortion consent law

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to take up a case over Montana’s abortion law. Under the law, parents would have to give consent for a minor to get an abortion. The law, which was put in place in 2013 but never took effect because the state’s...

Montana Man Sentenced For The Murder Of His Stepson

A 40 year old Montana man faces 80 years in prison for murdering his stepson Kristopher Michael Harasymczuk beat his 4 year old stepson then putting him in scalding hot water until he died The Abuse And Death of Jaxsynn Gatlin Happened In 2021 In...

Montana Ag Network: St. Mary Siphon repaired - what's next?

BABB — The reopening of the St. Mary diversion recently was more than a hundred years in the making. “It's big for the Milk River Project to have water back,” said Jennifer Patrick, Project Manager for the Milk River Joint Board of Control. As...

Montana Home Values Surge: Key Changes For Property Owners

Updated property valuations are in the mail to property owners in Montana You can appeal the valuation for 30 days Due to all the changes in Montana law and property values, all property owners are urged to look at the valuation Home Valuations...

Positively Montana (July 6, 2025)

GREAT FALLS Every week, MTN News presents "Positively Montana" - featuring uplifting stories of good people and good things across Montana. Watch the video below for this week's edition! Positively Montana (July 6, 2025)

Montana Legal Employment And Government Accountability In Effect

Montana’s Legal Employment And Government Accountability Law Now In Effect The Montana Department of Labor and Industry announced Tuesday it will begin enforcing the new Legal Employment and Government Accountability Law. It requires employers to...

Wildfire damages Montana's largest state park

A wildfire burning in Makoshika State Park has scorched more than 150 acres since it ignited Wednesday night, prompting the closure of a vast majority of Montana’s largest state park. The fire has sent shockwaves through the Glendive community,...

Montana Viewpoint: Pat

Pat Williams has died. He was Montana’s longest serving Congressman, serving from 1979 to 1997. He had a sense of justice and values which he defended proudly and vigorously, often in the face of strong and outraged opposition. He was my political...

Karen Montanaro, World Renowned Mimedancer, to Perform in Chesterville

CHESTERVILLE – Karen Montanaro will perform “Tanzspiel” at the Chesterville Center Union Meeting House Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. German for “dance-play”, Tanzspiel draws on Montanaro’s deep roots in movement, mime, and dance to create...

Montana Cowboy Poet Wally McRae Passes at 89

Wallace McRae of Rosebud County died this past week. One of Montana’s great cowboy poets, McRae has received the Montana Book of the Year award, the Montana Governor’s Award for the Arts, was nominated by President Clinton to serve on the National...

2024-25 Montana Gatorade Athletes of the Year

Montana woman aims to walk 580 miles to raise awareness for sex trafficking

BILLINGS — One Billings woman began her journey of a lifetime on Tuesday. Britney Higgs aims to spend the next 35 days bridging the gap between rescue and freedom, along with raising money and awareness for victims of sex trafficking. Meet Higgs,...

Versarien extends deal with Montana Quimica

The AIM-traded advanced materials group said the expanded agreements covered additional manufacturing rights, technical assistance, and training related to its graphene-enhanced products. Under the revised terms, Montana would pay Versarien...

Montana City Named One Of America's Greatest Places To Visit

If you're dreaming of wide-open skies, charming downtowns, and unforgettable outdoor adventures, look no further than Montana. One city in particular is turning heads in 2025, earning a spot on a list of the best places to visit in America. With...

Smoke detection cameras across Montana

Missoula, MT (59801) Today Periods of rain. High 69F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall around a quarter of an inch.. Tonight Partly to mostly cloudy. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 51F. Winds NNW at 5 to 10...

Malta Community Unites to Combat Montana Fire

Missoula, MT (59801) Today Rain. High 69F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 100%.. Tonight Considerable clouds this evening. Some decrease in clouds late. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 51F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. Updated:...

Montana VA Urges Firework Awareness for Veterans with PTSD

HELENA, Mont. — As Independence Day approaches, the Montana VA is encouraging all Montanans to be mindful of veterans living with PTSD. Fireworks can trigger anxiety, flashbacks, and sleep issues for some veterans. Officials recommend discussing...

Montana Lottery Awards Over $50,000 in Recent High-Tier Prizes

HomeState NewsMontana Lottery Awards Over $50,000 in Recent High-Tier Prizes HELENA, Mont. — The Montana Lottery reports awarding more than $50,000 in high-tier prizes since June 23rd. That includes a $23,194 Shake A Day win in Kalispell and a...