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Israel announces wave of strikes on Tehran after Trump demands Iran's unconditional surrender; NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested at immigration court; Federal bill would dim rooftop solar's future, says Michigan CEO; Despite known Iowa nitrate risks, EPA focuses on fluoride; Georgia's Macon-Bibb County launches justice reform plan.

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Trump's big budget and policy act faces pushback from clean energy advocates and small businesses. A federal court weighs legality of deploying the California National Guard over the governor's objections. And ICE detains a New York mayoral candidate.

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EV charging stations are harder to find in rural America, improving the mental health of children and teachers is the goal of a new partnership in seven rural states, and a once segregated Mississippi movie theater is born again.

Montana

In its most recent report, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks estimated the state's 2023 wolf population numbered 1,096 individuals. (Michal/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Montana judge hears case on federal protections for gray wolves

Most gray wolves in the U.S. are protected under the federal Endangered Species Act, but not those in the Northern Rockies. A federal judge in …

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Under Medicaid cuts proposed in the current budget reconciliation bill, federal spending in Montana would be reduced by $2 billion to $4 billion over the next 10 years, according to KFF. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Montana, rural U.S. hospitals at risk under 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'

As Congress considers cuts to safety net programs in what Republicans are calling the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," new analysis from the nonpartisan …

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More than two dozen ‘No Kings’ events planned Saturday across Montana

While the Trump administration throws a parade tomorrow funded by taxpayers, Americans will gather at 1,800 protest events around the nation…

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The national service organization AmeriCorps invested more than $12.7 million in its Montana program last year, funding which was cut by the Department of Government Efficiency in April. (U.S. Department of Agriculture)
Judge restores AmeriCorps funding in 24 states but not Montana

After the Department of Government Efficiency cut AmeriCorps funding earlier this year, a federal judge last week granted a temporary halt to the …

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A 2025 report on childhood well-being showed Montana ranks 10th in the nation on family and community indicators but much lower on health indicators, at 29th. (Kristin Eldridge/Adobe Stock)
MT ranks 39th in U.S. for child health insurance coverage

An annual report on the well-being of children in each state shows Montana slipped two spots this year, ranking 22nd in the nation. The 2025 Kids …

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NorthWestern Energy increased electric rates for its Montana customers by about 17% on May 23, legally but without approval. Montana's Public Service Commission on June 9 will hear arguments for another rate hike. (Adobe Stock)
Coalition to rally Monday opposing NorthWestern rate hike

Groups opposed to NorthWestern Energy's latest rate-hike proposal plan to rally on Monday in Helena. In an unusual move, the utility giant used a …

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According to a 2024 survey, 82% of American transgender employees reported experiencing discrimination or harassment at work. (Adobe Stock)
Advocates shed light on discrimination against trans folks during Pride Month

June is Pride Month, and transgender advocates are speaking out, seeking equal recognition in society and in the workplace. The U.S. Supreme Court …

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About 38% of Montana public school districts have used the state's voluntary early literacy program, launched in 2023. (Ekaterina Pokrovsky/Adobe Stock)<br />
Montana funds early literacy programs but district buy-in is low

Buy-in on Montana's first state-funded early literacy program has been lower than expected in its first year of operation and a school administrator g…

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The Great American Rail-Trail utilizes more than 150 existing trails but has more than 80 gaps. Montana's section is 25.3% complete. (Adobe Stock)
U.S. Transportation Secretary reviews Montana bike corridor grant

The U.S. Department of Transportation has frozen millions in grant dollars awarded by the Biden administration, leaving those counting on them in …

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Montana Fair Housing receives the most requests for assistance from people with disabilities, including veterans. (Lightfield Studios/Adobe Stock)
Proposed cuts in GOP budget bill spur National Fair Housing Week of Action

Housing groups across the country this week have declared a National Week of Action, as federal lawmakers consider a budget eliminating all funding …

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A draft of the 2024 Yellowstone National Park Bison Management Plan received comments from 27,000 people. (Adobe Stock)
Lawsuits filed against NPS over Yellowstone bison plan

The National Park Service faces at least two lawsuits for its latest bison management plan for Yellowstone National Park, the first update released …

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Wildlife crossing structures in Montana now have a dedicated funding stream after the governor signed a bill funneling marijuana tax revenue to conservation projects. (Steve Gadomski/Adobe Stock)
MT conservation groups applaud new marijuana tax revenue law

Tax revenue from marijuana sales in Montana will now support a wider variety of conservation projects, since Gov. Greg Gianforte has signed House …

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