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Montana Republicans call on state Supreme Court to throw out youth climate activists lawsuit
Republican leadership in Montana will make an appeal Wednesday to the state’s Supreme Court to overturn a landmark climate ruling that found state regulators must consider the effects of climate change when approving fossil fuel projects. The lawsuit was brought forth in 2020 by 16 people between 2 and 16 years old whose lawyers argued […]
Here’s some tips for staying safe and knowing your legal rights while working outdoors in extreme heat
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is encouraging outdoor workers to remain hydrated and take frequent breaks during the heatwave. As the climate crisis causes an uptick in extreme weather, FEMA is advising outdoor workers to maintain healthy levels of sodium and electrolytes, dress lightly and remain vigilant against heat-related illnesses.
Two Montana Airports Will Have A Special Jet From Delta
Could this be a sign of Delta Airlines trying some new things out?. Summer is the time of year when most of Montana's airports see a massive increase in traffic. Airports in Bozeman, Missoula, Kalispell, and Bililngs see more than double the amount of passengers during any other time of the year. Other airports around Montana don't know the type of traffic the big four cities see during the year.
Montana abortion petition group alleges Secretary of State wrongfully tossing signatures
Montanans Securing Reproductive Rights, the group behind the petition to get an amendment enshrining abortion access in the state constitution, accused the state Secretary of State’s Office on Tuesday of inappropriately discarding signatures from registered, but inactive, voters and is threatening legal action. But the Montana Secretary of State’s Office said the group is misreading […] The post Montana abortion petition group alleges Secretary of State wrongfully tossing signatures appeared first on Daily Montanan.
12-year-old catches record-breaking fish in Montana
FILE – Watch: Father, daughter’s memorable fishing trip to leave lasting memories. Matt Brewster and his daughter, Ali, recently took a fishing adventure that will last a lifetime. The two spent their spring break on Headwaters Lake, a 10,000-acre manmade lake in Fellsmere, Florida – one of the best fisheries in the country right now, according to Brewster.
Michael Martin Murphey to perform at Butte’s Mother Lode Theater September 5th
A legendary country and bluegrass singer/songwriter with over 50 years of performing under his belt will be coming to Butte's Mother Lode Theater this September. The following is from the Mother Lode's Facebook Events Page:. Michael Martin Murphey’s musical journey has taken many unpredictable paths over the past 50 years....
Bozeman man sentenced, fined for assaulting woman on a plane
BOZEMAN, Mont. — Hunter Andrew Dietrich of Bozeman was sentenced Wednesday to two years of probation and a $2,500 fine for assaulting a woman on a plane. Dietrich was on a flight from Salt Lake City to Bozeman in February 2023, where he reportedly disobeyed the flight crew and assaulted numerous individuals.
Missoula Man With a .246 BAC Drove Into Oncoming Traffic
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 7, 2024, at around 6:05 PM, Missoula Police Department Officers were approaching the Wyoming St and S. Catlin St intersection when they noticed a silver Toyota Tacoma approaching the intersection from the other direction. The Tacoma took a wide turn on Catlin and took up most of the opposing lane of traffic.
Driver flees from Bozeman crash that killed 81-year-old, injured 77-year-old
BOZEMAN, Mont. - An 81-year-old man from Arizona died, and a 77-year-old woman from Arizona was injured in a crash on US Highway 191 outside of Bozeman on Tuesday. The other driver involved in the crash fled the scene. The crash occurred at 5:53 PM on Tuesday, July 9, 2024,...
Two Lady Hawks selected for softball classic
The honors keep rolling in for a pair of Thompson Falls softball players.Juniors Sarah Koskela and Olivia Fitchett were recently selected to play in the 11th annual Veterans Memorial Softball Classic along with a crop of the best softball players in Montana. The tournament, which will be played July 26-27 at the Belgrade (Montana) Softball Complex and features teams representing the US Navy, Marines, Air Force, Army and Coast Guard. The teams are named in honor of a fallen member of each branch of the US military and will play up to 12 games over the weekend. Koskela and Fitchett, both seniors-to-be...
Mann Gulch 75th Anniversary: Mission to replace monuments
HELENA, Mont. — According to the U.S. Forest Service, it's the single most fatal tragedy in U.S. smokejumper history. The Mann Gulch Fire of 1949 near Helena claimed the lives of 12 smokejumpers and one fire guard. Now, 75 years later, a special backcountry mission is keeping their memories alive.
The 25th Annual March Against Drug and Violence is happening this Saturday
BILLINGS, Mont. -- This Saturday, hundreds of people are expected to gather on the courthouse lawn in Billings to promote the importance of working together to keep our community safe. Founder of the march, and State Representative Mike Yakawich, or 'Southside Mike' said he wanted to get involved in community...
Billings Bike and Foot Path Plan Open for Public Input June 10th
While the state's largest municipality, Billings should still have an accessible network for walkers, bicyclists and other human-powered transportation. That's the idea from the city and county Metropolitan Planning Organization. After research into traffic movements and infrastructure, with the input from community leaders and receptive neighbors, the MPO has developed...
Great Falls 85-year-old driver passes out on River Drive and dies after being pushed into ditch
GREAT FALLS, Mont. - An 85-year-old man died passed out while driving in Great Falls and was pushed into a ditch, where he died of natural causes from Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease. Theodore Frank Evanila, an 85-year-old man from Great Falls, was traveling west on River Drive North on July 3,...
Missoula man sentenced for trafficking fentanyl, meth
MISSOULA, Mont. — Shayden Bradley Westfall of Missoula, was sentenced Wednesday to seven years and four months in prison followed by five years supervised release for trafficking fentanyl. During an investigation, Westfall was at a Missoula hotel in December 2022 where officers found approximately 500 fentanyl pills and a...
Missoula Police Arrest Habitual Offender for Having Fentanyl
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 2nd, 2024, at around 7:15 PM, Missoula Police Department Officers responded to the Albertsons parking lot on N Reserve St for a female who was slumped over the wheel of a vehicle. Call notes indicated that there was a female slumped at the wheel for the past 20 minutes. The officers located the vehicle and walked up to the driver.
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