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Rosendale and Zinke praise new U.S. House Speaker
After three weeks, the U.S. House has chosen a new speaker, and Montana’s two representatives both had high praise for him.Millions already spent in Montana U.S. Senate race
Federal candidates’ official campaign finance reports for the last three months are now posted, giving more details about the financial picture in Montana’s U.S. Senate race.Former state auditor aims for seat on the Montana Supreme Court
A former statewide elected official is joining the race for the top spot on Montana’s Supreme Court.Brad Johnson announces he's running for U.S. Senate in Montana
Former Montana Secretary of State and Public Service Commission chair Brad Johnson has announced he's is running for U.S. Senate.County property tax dispute may go before Montana Supreme Court
As more counties join an effort to challenge the state’s interpretation of property tax law, the legal questions could now be considered in the Montana Supreme Court.Judge blocks Montana from enforcing bill restricting drag performances
A federal judge in Helena has blocked the state of Montana from enforcing a new state law restricting drag performances, while the suit challenging the law continues.Sen. Steve Daines visits 'out of control' US-Mexico border
Republican Senator Steve Danes shared his findings with reporters Wednesday about his recent visit to the southern border.Organizations challenge Montana 'double voting' law in federal court
Two Montana organizations have filed suit in federal court, claiming that a new state law intended to stop people from voting twice goes beyond its goal and could threaten lawful voters.Former Montana Governor Ted Schwinden has died
Ted Schwinden, who served as Montana’s governor through most of the 1980’s, has died at the age of 98.Rosendale among votes to oust McCarthy
Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., has become the first Speaker of the House to be removed through a parliamentary rule called a "privileged motion." The House voted 216-210 to strip him of his power.'Fair Tax Now' rally held at Montana State Capitol
Big Sky 55+ hosted a Fair Tax Now rally at the Montana State Capitol. Former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer addresses crowdBozeman attorney Alke files to run for Montana attorney general
A Bozeman attorney has announced he’s running to challenge Montana's attorney general, Austin Knudsen. -
Governor visits Great Falls to talk about impacts of tax reform
Governor Greg Gianforte met with farmers, ranchers, and business owners at Hoven Equipment Company in Great Falls to discuss the impact of recent tax reforms.Montana law restricting gender-affirming care for youth is on hold
A state district court judge in Missoula has put a hold on Montana’s new law restricting gender-affirming health care for transgender youth, ahead of a trial challenging its constitutionality.Judge hosts hearing regarding gender-affirming care for youth
A district court judge in Missoula took about 90 minutes of testimony, as he considers whether to put a hold on Montana’s new state law restricting gender-affirming health care for transgender youth.Busse launches campaign for Montana governor
A former firearms executive, now an author and activist, has announced he’s challenging Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte in next year’s election.PSC member Randy Pinocci arrested in Great Falls
MTN News has confirmed that Montana Public Service Commissioner Randy Pinocci was arrested on a warrant for failing to appear in court following a disorderly conduct charge in July.New challenge to Montana abortion clinic licensing law
Two Montana abortion clinics have filed a lawsuit, seeking to put a hold on a new law requiring them to be licensed by the state.Political ad season returns to Montana
In recent years, Montanans have been inundated with political ads – and that could be on track to continue into 2024.Proposed property tax initiative is in the hands of the Montana Supreme Court
In 2022, a proposed ballot measure that would have capped Montana property taxes fell short of the more than 60,000 signatures it needed to go before voters.