Shortly after the end of the Montana Legislature’s 2023 session, a significant spike in assessed property values kicked off statewide concerns about rising property taxes.

A big part of Montana's draw is the natural beauty of the outdoors and there is a whole industry supported by the vast recreation opportunities it provides.

MONTANA - Central Montana experienced high winds today, with gusts reaching up to 75 mph in the Cut Bank area. These strong winds are expected to diminish to 30-40 mph

"Co-op Day at the Capitol" is coming up Monday, Jan. 20th. We'll be at the Montana Capitol with a LIVE show previewing the event this Friday, Jan. 17th.

Chic new developments continue to pop up in Montana's most popular cities. Bozeman, Missoula, Helena, Billings, along with several smaller Montana towns. That makes prime locations that haven't yet been developed even more valuable.

Property taxes are a major concern for many Montanans, and recently, Montana Governor Gianforte highlighted proposed property and income tax cuts in his budget. The governor's budget

HELENA — The 69th Montana Legislature will require much patience and a lot of hard work — said Republican leaders on Monday at the start of the session as members of both chambers took their oaths of office.

Republican bills would change how Montana’s courts operate, after lawmakers accused judges of overstepping their authority.

Montana Republicans, who hold a majority in the Legislature, are set to debate nearly 30 bills aimed at reforming the judiciary based on GOP concerns with the branch of government.

Weather Alerts have expired for the Missoula and Flathead regions, but central Montana and northern Wyoming are bracing for more heavy snow this weekend.

MONTANA - Montana is bracing for more snow and a cold snap as a surge of moisture moves through the region. Southeastern Montana and northern Wyoming are expected to see

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