Weather records show the winter of 2025-2026 clustered near historic extremes across much of the state.

“There’s some crazy ideology that the Democrats are pushing, and so the Republicans have responded to that, but as far as general themes, it’s taxing and spending. It’s the same

The Bear Gulch Train Tunnel Fire continues to smolder and creep as of Thursday.

UPDATE: Driver killed in Saturday crash on Valley Center identified as Gallatin Gateway man The incident occurred when a 43-year-old woman from Belgrade driving a Jeep Cherokee ran a stop sign southbound on Harper Puckett. Get the full story below.

Yellowstone wolf tourism alone generates roughly $82 million annually for gateway towns and feeds into more than $1 billion in Greater Yellowstone tourism.

Even in a relatively mild winter like this one, it’s a sign of failed wildlife management that animals need to be hunted half the year.

A judge who hinted he wasn’t persuaded by arguments for dismissing the animal cruelty case against Cody Roberts filed the order Tuesday. Roberts’ trial is scheduled to begin March 9.

A new documentary by a local filmmaker is a tribute to Linnea Mills, but it also exposes the shocking details surrounding how she died.

"There is an absolute underground group intentionally trying to cause fear. None of these rumors have been true. At some point there's going to be conflict. Right now they are

In a lengthy statement posted to social media, Jack Horner wrote he was not aware of the extent of Epstein’s crimes when he visited the multi-millionaire financier’s ranch in 2012.

The tiered system ultimately gamed Montanans. Yes, many benefited from lower taxes — and I understand why that was appealing. But not everyone benefited.

“I look forward to quickly clearing my name. With the allegations against me, we’re still moving towards a resolution,” — Alaina Garcia, who recently pleaded guilty to PPP fraud.

MISSOULA — In one to three months, a new president of the University of Montana will be chosen, at least if all goes well, Commissioner of Higher Education Clay Christian

The 2026 Super Bowl has a personal feel for many Bitterroot Valley residents as Florence-Carlton graduate Braxton McCullough travels with the Seattle Seahawks to experience the big game firsthand.

Bobby Hauck breaks down his decision to retire as the Montana Grizzlies head coach, how he came to that decision and what's next.

The initiative is not a food drive or charity, but a collective effort aimed to foster community.

Wildlife filmmaker Casey Anderson left stop-motion cameras in two grizzly dens north of Yellowstone in 2015 and forgot about them. Last summer, he went back to the caves and, to

In pronouncing his sentence, Judge Peter Ohman said Abbey poses “a serious concern and threat to the public.”

BLM lands are owned by ALL Americans, not just adjacent cattle ranchers.

The incident occurred when a 43-year-old woman from Belgrade driving a Jeep Cherokee ran a stop sign southbound on Harper Puckett.

It’s important to be candid about what will — and will not — take place if new large‑load customers, including data centers, enter our system.

High school students Vivian Yost, Maria Meuchel, Alese Fox and Bryce Morrison organized a protest outside the Gallatin Courthouse on Sunday, drawing more than 100 people to oppose the Trump

U.S. 191 and Montana Highway 64 are the focus of safety and traffic flow improvement projects.

Participation appeared to be focused around Missoula, Bozeman and Helena.

Research shows that conserving public lands like the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument helps to safeguard and highlight amenities that draw new visitors, businesses, and residents to surrounding communities.

Sen. Susan Webber: The Montana delegation is not working for Montanans Keeping up with the constant 24/7 news cycle is overwhelming. However, it is essential to keep informed, especially in the current political climate. Get the full story below.

What does Montana law say about carrying a concealed firearm? A law passed by the Montana Legislature allows concealed guns to be carried without a permit, with few exceptions. Get the full story below.

'We believe in it': Bozeman eateries react to James Beard recognition The 2026 James Beard Award finalists will be announced March 31, with the winners announced June 15 at Chicago’s Lyric Opera. Get the full story below.

We can all agree what we’ve seen play out in the streets of Minneapolis is tragic. It’s also unique to Minneapolis.

Keeping up with the constant 24/7 news cycle is overwhelming. However, it is essential to keep informed, especially in the current political climate.

Changes come as part of Trump’s executive order ‘restoring truth and sanity to American history.

Welcome to What’s On — your monthly roundup of arts, culture, and community happenings across the Bozeman area.

Ronneberg cited compounding factors when asked why he is not seeking reelection.

Bipartisan Public Lands Caucus divided along partisan lines as co-chair whipped votes to overturn minerals ban.

From Afghanistan to Africa to Wyoming to Montana, Kim Greene sells about 20 dogs a year and her security business made nearly $3 million in 2024.

Speed is the name of the game; teams attempt to get through the course as fast as possible without penalties.

Montana Supreme Court Justice Laurie McKinnon, 66, pleaded guilty to the misdemeanor charge on Jan. 20 in Broadwater County Justice Court.

Zinke still has $27 million in community projects actively going through the appropriations process, which still needs Senate approval.

A law passed by the Montana Legislature allows concealed guns to be carried without a permit, with few exceptions.

A Bozeman Republican has joined the 2026 Senate race in Montana, seeking to primary incumbent Sen. Steve Daines.

The 2026 James Beard Award finalists will be announced March 31, with the winners announced June 15 at Chicago’s Lyric Opera.

A tone shift from other rallies was palpable Sunday afternoon as several thousand people staged an impromptu gathering in downtown Bozeman at the courthouse to protest the Minneapolis killing on

Republican Rep. Jerry Schillinger’s letter now makes the questions over the secretary of state’s contentious mailers bipartisan.

City’s police chief wants officers to focus on drug enforcement rather than immigration.

Last Best Bite: That’s not whispering, it’s the humming of soup simmering at the Bozeman Library At the Bozeman Library, curiosity doesn’t just live throughout the shelves. It sautés in extra virgin olive oil, gently simmers, and emulsifies in the iconic Vitamix. Get the full story below.

Bozeman boasts half of Montana's 8 eateries up for James Beard Awards Semifinalists for the prizes, which are basically the food world's Oscars, include spots in Bozeman, Hamilton, Missoula, Red Lodge and Whitefish. Get the full story below.

Bozeman rental agency owner admits to fraud, laundering $613K relief funding The government alleged in court documents that Garcia applied for and was approved for a Payroll Protection Program loan from Celtic Bank for $613,000 in 2020. Get the full story below.

BLM wants American Prairie's bison kicked off Montana grazing leases The proposed decision noted the BLM’s authority to grant grazing permits “is limited to cases where the animals to be grazed are domestic and will be used for production-oriented purposes.” Get the full story below.

McDonald’s owners apologize after Browning wrestling team denied service The owners of the franchise in Ronan said the incident “was the result of an unfortunate misunderstanding.” Get the full story below.

The interstate bridge was damaged Wednesday when a commercial vehicle attempted to pass under it on Bozeman Trail Road.