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Butte, Montana ranked among the 10 coldest U.S. cities in 2025, according to Apartment List, averaging just 40.8°F and reminding residents winter still rules Big Sky Country.

Five years later, the community is being called upon to help solve a heartbreaking arson case that still lingers in the air of Corvallis.

On National Cheese Lovers Day (January 20), we had a true cheese lover of the four-legged variety pay us a visit.

A MHP trooper was informed of a report of a moving violation on Interstate 90.

Montana Lottery warns of Mega Millions scams using fake calls and texts. Officials say winners aren’t notified and no fees are required to claim real prizes.

Planning a Valentine’s Day getaway in Montana? These five small towns offer year-round romance, quiet escapes, and unforgettable road trips.

KettleHouse Amphitheater in Bonner is named Montana’s best concert venue, known for sold-out shows, mountain views, and unforgettable live music experiences.

Missoula Police Department Officers were dispatched to suspicious activity at a residence in the 1000 block of Wolf Street.

Western Montana’s Beard and Mustache Competition brought wild beards, creative mustaches, and legendary facial hair to Highlander Brewing in Missoula.

Montana ranks top 10 in alcohol spending, with residents averaging $1,100 a year—even as Americans drink less nationwide.

Early Saturday in Clinton took a wild turn when a pickup crashed into a home, starting a chase with gunfire.

Governor Greg Gianforte recognized Dawn Bauer with his Spirit of Montana.

The Desperado in Missoula is being recognized for serving the best wings in Montana, featuring fresh, never frozen chicken wings and popular sauces like Sissy and Maui-Wowie.

The New York Times is encouraging empty nesters to move to Montana. Locals respond with humor, frustration, and a familiar sense of irony.

A powerful solar flare could bring bright Northern Lights to Montana tonight, with aurora visibility possible statewide during a strong geomagnetic storm.

For the third week of 2026, average gas prices in Montana have fallen.

Whitefish is changing fast, and not everyone is cheering. A recent article sheds light on how new arrivals are reshaping the town's character and challenges.

Interstate 90 is gaining a reputation for all the wrong reasons. With the highest fatality rate in Montana, the statistics tell a sobering story.

Pamela Anderson fronts a Canadian tourism push urging Americans to reset up north. Montanans already live that life.

Western Montana’s Beard and Mustache Competition returns to Missoula with bold beards, creative mustaches, and local pride on display at Highlander Brewing.

Missoula opens its snowplow naming contest as January warmth replaces snow, skiing, and icy roads across Western Montana.