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Montana’s abortion amendment is being challenged
SRN News
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July 3, 2025
Montana’s abortion amendment is being challenged (SRN NEWS)-A pro-life group has filed suit to overturn the legislation because of a procedural issue. The Montana Family Foundation says people who registered to vote on election day did NOT receive...
Montana fireworks stand beats the heat to buy fireworks before tariffs
KPAX - Montana
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July 3, 2025
BILLINGS — Fireworks are a popular way to celebrate Independence Day, but consumers went into the holidays uncertain of what it would cost to light up the skies because of tariffs. Many stands in the Billings area purchased their fireworks before...
State senator alleges colleague discriminated against public
The Missoula Current - Montana
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July 7, 2025
Keila Spzaller (Daily Montanan) Sen. Mary Ann Dunwell, D-Helena, is alleging political and sex discrimination by Sen. Barry Usher, R-Billings area, against members of the public and another Democratic legislator. Dunwell is making the allegations...
Montana Is In The Top 3 States For Girls Night Out
92.5 KAAR - Montana
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July 3, 2025
Hey ladies! Looking for your next girls' trip or night out? There's nothing better than planning a night with your best friends—dancing, good food, and great drinks. But let's be real, picking the perfect spot can be tough. Big names like Vegas...
Independence Day 2025 in Butte, Montana
KXLF 4 - Montana
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July 4, 2025
BUTTE — Thousands of people turned out to take in the sights and sounds of the annual Fourth of July Parade in Butte, Montana, as part of the Freedom Fest that kicked off on July 3rd with a fireworks display from the Big M. The annual parade is...
MT's dry conditions test updated Blackfoot River drought plan
Butte News - Montana
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July 7, 2025
By Kathleen Shannon - Producer, Contact - News Big Sky Connection - Montana's new Blackfoot Drought Response Plan, updated in April, adds new water users during a very dry year. Those who helped rework the plan say continued collaboration and...
Water Shortages Threaten Flathead Lake's Summer Recreation
92.5 KAAR - Montana
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July 7, 2025
BUTTE, MT - Western Montana is running dry—again—and this time, the pain isn’t subtle. If you’ve spent time at Flathead Lake lately, you’ve probably seen it firsthand: boat ramps ending in dust, docks hanging awkwardly above low water, and...
Advocate explains human trafficking following recent charges of Billings doctor
KRTV - Montana
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July 7, 2025
BILLINGS — Forced commercial sex and labor exploitation are two forms of modern slavery that exists both nationally and locally in 2025. According to the Yellowstone Human Trafficking Task Force, human trafficking rates have spiked in Montana...
Montana Morning Headlines: Thursday, July 3, 2025
KPAX - Montana
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July 3, 2025
WESTERN MONTANA — Here's a look at Western Montana's top news stories for Thursday. A fire broke out Wednesday night at the former Pyramid Mountain Lumber yard, fully engulfing two buildings. The fire was sparked during the new owner's demolition...
UM clinic preserves legal history of Montana's tribes
The Missoula Current - Montana
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July 4, 2025
Phil Stempin (UM News Service) It’s a tool to strengthen tribal sovereignty. The Margery Hunter Brown Indian Law Clinic at the University of Montana has embarked on an ambitious project to create the Indian Law Portal – a comprehensive digital...
High court stays out of scuffle over Montana abortion consent law
The Missoula Current - Montana
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July 4, 2025
Kelsey Reichmann WASHINGTON (CN) — Montana came up short at the U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday in its bid to revive a parental consent law for abortion access, but some conservative justices suggested taking up the issue in a different case. The...
Fourth of July celebrations bring fireworks to Montana
KTMF - Montana
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July 4, 2025
MISSOULA, Mont. - Missoula is hosting its annual Fourth of July celebration, featuring the Zoo Town Music Festival at the fairgrounds. The festival will take place tonight and tomorrow, offering a vibrant atmosphere for locals and visitors alike....
Montana leads nation in drunk driving as Fourth of July approaches
KTMF - Montana
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MONTANA - As the Fourth of July draws near, the excitement of fireworks and family gatherings brings a heightened risk on the roads. Montana ranks as the worst state for drunk driving, taking the top spot in the nation, according to a recent...
Consumers: Montana Gas prices "ok" for now
KPAX - Montana
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July 4, 2025
HELENA — It wasn't long ago that drivers around the country were paying $4 or even $5 for a gallon of regular at the pump. That being said, for now, folks around Montana don't have much to complain about. Right now, a gallon of regular unleaded...
Montana governor vetoes several bipartisan conservation bills
Public News Service
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Environmental and wildlife conservation in Montana took hits during this year's state legislative session, including vetoes from the governor on bills that received bipartisan support. Among bills Gov. Greg Gianforte vetoed was House Bill 477,...
Montana News Roundup: Don’t Freak if You Get This Mail
KGVO - Montana
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July 3, 2025
These aren't your property tax bills. Yet. The Montana Department of Revenue advises property owners, including businesses, to watch for notifications arriving this week that will allow them to verify the accuracy of their information and file for...
Tracking heat and a few storms this week
KRTV - Montana
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July 7, 2025
High temperatures will be in the low to mid 80s across central and eastern Montana. A strong ridge of high pressure starts to build into the region the next two days which could bring near-record heat with high temperatures approaching 100...
US Supreme Court won’t take up case over Montana abortion consent law
Straight Arrow News
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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...
TikToker converts to Islam, marries 40-year-old man who changed her life: "I...
TUKO
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July 7, 2025
TikToker Lexy Montana has shared her journey from a young girl hustling to find bearings in life to a financially stable woman Having failed to join college due to financial challenges, she struggled to find meaningful employment That was until...
Wilder Fire 3,450 acres, 30% contained
NBC Montana
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MISSOULA, Mont. — Rain over the weekend helped firefighters on the Wilder Fire burning 3,450 acres in northeastern Fergus County. It is now 30% contained. "Approximately 140 personnel are supporting from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau...