A utility company is asking Montana regulators to allow it to increase prices for natural gas for more than 84,000 customers in the state. State officials announced today that a new healthcare program is rolling out to provide tax-exempt savings account plans for people with disabilities.

Stabilization efforts on the remains of the historic Sperry Chalet in Glacier National Park are expected to begin next month after the dormitory was severely damaged by a wildfire. Dorothy Eck, known as a pioneer for women in Montana politics, died over the weekend. Democratic party leaders, including Governor Steve Bullock and U.S. Senator Jon tester praised Eck today for her service to the state and impact on the history of Montana. The state Commission on Practice is recommending the Montana

Opponents of mining near Yellowstone National Park filed a lawsuit today challenging Montana environmental regulators’ decision to allow a Canadian company to explore for precious metals just north of the park. Montana Gov. Steve Bullock says residents don't seem to be aware of the state's budget issues and the magnitude of the problem may not sink in until state services are cut.

A state judge has ordered the town of Browning to turn over most of its assets to the Blackfeet Tribe to settle lawsuits between the two governments. A Montana climate study found the state's average temperature continues to increase. Montana officials will ask those who receive a permit to float the Smith River to help record algae blooms on the water next year. Governor Steve Bullock announced two new grants today that will help businesses and communities that suffered losses during fire

The governor's budget director is recommending Montana agencies cut $229 million in general fund spending over the next two years to balance the state's budget. The Montana Supreme Court has ordered the attorney general to rewrite ballot language for an initiative that would require people to use public restrooms designated for their gender at birth.

State officials have issued a draft operating permit for an underground copper mine in central Montana that opponents worry could harm one of the state's most popular fly-fishing destinations. Early snow storms have closed several roads in the region.

Classes are scheduled to resume tomorrow (Tue 9/19) in the Flathead Valley after cyber-threats closed 30 public and private schools, affecting more more than 15,000 students. The first threat was sent late last Wednesday, prompting officials to shut down schools on Thursday, Friday and Monday. The University of Montana has narrowed its search for president down to four candidates. The finalists are on campus this week and Monday, visiting with faculty and students and sharing their vision for

Flathead County schools have canceled all weekend extracurricular activities at more than 30 schools, due to threats received earlier this week. The Montana Board of Regents adopted campus operating budgets totaling about $1.55 billion for Fiscal Year 2018, knowing reduced state revenues may lead to cuts. Glacier National Park has begun stabilization work at the Sperry Chalet dormitory building to prepare for winter. Rain and snow have slowed down fires across western Montana.

Police in the Flathead Valley are investigating several threats that led to the cancellation of classes at more than two dozen public and private schools there. The National Weather Service says the wet weather currently moving across Western Montana will potentially end this year’s fire season.

At 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, an evacuation warning was issued for the Apgar area of Glacier National Park in anticipation of a weather change on the Sprague Fire. A Montana coal company says more than 80 miners could be laid off in coming months after environmentalists successfully sued to halt its expansion. Officials have released the name of a 25-year-old man who was shot in Great Falls after reportedly brandishing a weapon at a Great Falls police officer. Fergus County Coroner Dick