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Grizzly bears in the lower 48 will remain protected as “threatened” under the Endangered Species Act, federal officials announced Wednesday.
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As property taxes surge in Montana, some say the state’s tax code is letting luxury real estate owners benefit from a tax break intended to support farms and ranches. The longstanding policy passes sizable tax savings to property classified as “agricultural.” But, critics say it may be too easy for high-value homes to qualify for that tax break.
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A Helena resident was awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal last week. Diane Carlson Evans worked to bring recognition to the female veterans of the Vietnam War.
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says a rare species of orchid found in the western U.S., including Montana, is no longer endangered. USFWS has proposed the removal of the Ute ladies’-tresses orchid from the endangered species list.
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Medical debt will no longer impact your credit score. The Biden administration Tuesday finalized rules that will remove the debt from credit reports.
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The 69th Montana Legislature opened in Helena Monday with both Republicans and Democrats highlighting affordability as one of the issues that will dominate the 90-day session.
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The state’s top officials were sworn into office Monday at the Montana Capitol. Most of the six statewide leaders are returning for second terms and all six are Republicans.
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Montana lawmakers convened in Helena Monday for day one of the 69th Legislature. While swearing in to office, legislative leaders talked about their priorities for the next 90 days of policymaking.
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To members of Montana’s Blackfeet Tribe, Malia Kipp wasn’t just a trailblazing athlete, she was also honored as a warrior.
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The Montana Supreme Court upheld the water use permit for a controversial proposal for a copper mine near the Smith River. The mine is now fully permitted to be built.
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Gov. Greg Gianforte and two state agencies are suing the federal government. They argue Yellowstone National Park’s new bison management plan violates federal law.
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The Montana Supreme Court Thursday ruled that Gov. Greg Gianforte may be allowed to withhold certain documents from public review. The case centered on the question of whether or not the governor has “executive privilege.” That’s the legal right to keep files and communications private and unavailable for public access.
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Downhill skiing in Montana is getting more expensive. The price of lift tickets has gone up at ski areas across the state since the pandemic. MTPR’s John Hooks takes a look at the economic pressures driving up the cost.
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In a first, the Montana’s ’s highest court last week affirmed that the constitutional right to a clean and healthy environment includes a stable climate. Although the decision could have future implications, it doesn’t drastically change environmental policy in the state right now.
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Advocates for early child care and education have a list of ideas to boost access and affordability heading into the 2025 legislative session.
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Sunny K. White pleaded "guilty" to charges of vehicular homicide after striking and killing Mika Westwolf in March of 2023.
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Included in the suite of bills is legislation to identify potential trails that could be connected for long distance biking, and to allow for new rock climbing routes in wilderness areas.
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Montana’s outgoing U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale held a final tele-town hall with constituents before he leaves office in January. He told them he’ll hold his ground on his last major vote in the House.
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A nonpartisan observation group that monitored the November election in 16 counties has released its preliminary findings. The group found Montana’s general election was fair and well-conducted.
