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Weather Watch

Showers and storms continue across Montana, with a new weather system introducing mountain snow. Winter Storm Watches are in effect for higher elevations, with cooler temperatures in the 60s statewide. 

ACTIVE LINKS - OCTOBER 4, 2025


  • Government Shutdown Enters Day 2: The federal government shut down on October 1, the first since 2018-2019, with Republicans and Democrats trading blame. A poll shows more Americans blaming Republicans, while bipartisan senators work on a resolution. Impacts include risks to nutrition programs like WIC for mothers and children, potential layoffs, and funding cuts in Democratic-led states. No votes expected until Friday due to Yom Kippur.
  • Suspected Foul Play in Creston Trolley Fire: Three historic trolley cars were destroyed in a fire at the Montana Trolley Company, causing over $500,000 in damages. Owner Scott Davis suspects arson, and the Flathead County fire marshal is investigating the incident as suspicious.
  • Montana Tribe Bans Kratom on Its Reservation:  The Blackfeet Tribal Business Council has banned the sale, use, and possession of kratom, an unregulated plant-derived substance that can have opioid-like effects, citing public health concerns.
  • Active Shooter Alert Issued After Fatal Shooting in Wolf Point: One person is dead and another wounded following a shooting in the Albertsons parking lot; suspect Ethan Murphy, 26, remains at large, but the shelter-in-place has been lifted in Wolf Point.  
  • Montana DOJ Raises Greenwashing Claims in Investigation into Four Big Tech Companies: Attorney General Austin Knudsen joins 15 other Republican attorneys general to probe renewable energy claims and energy use by major tech firms, focusing on data centers' environmental impact.
  • Des Moines Schools Superintendent, Ian Roberts has been detained by ICE:  had a final order of removal.
  • A Nevada man has been charged with negligent homicide after a 7-year-old bicyclist was struck and killed by a vehicle on Tuesday evening in Dillon.  Montana Western student Hunter James Stoeberl appeared in Beaverhead County Justice Court on Wednesday, where Justice of the Peace Randi Braddock set bond at $25,000.
  • REUNITED AND IT FEELS SO GOOD: Elon Musk and Trump partner to provide Xai to government agencies.  The move will allow access to the GROK AI system and will be tailored by engineers to maximize government efficiency.  In a statement, Musk thanked President Trump and the administration and "We look forward to continuing to work with President Trump and his team to rapidly deploy AI throughout the government for the benefit of the country."
  • California man who cites HAMAS' October 7, 2023 as inspiration for burning a police car receives 19-year sentence.  Casey Robert Goonan was labeled a domestic terrorist.
  • Left-wing extremism continues to fuel violence around the country as sniper fires indiscriminately at ICE field office, killing one detainee and critically injuring two others.  Two weeks after the political assassination of Charlie Kirk, police say the alleged killer, Joshua Jahn, 29, had engraved anti-ICE messages on bullet casings found at the scene.  Jahn, police say, ultimately killed himself after firing many rounds into a transport van. 
  • Youth Climate Case Challenges Fossil Fuel Policies: In Lighthiser v. Trump, young plaintiffs seek to declare executive orders promoting fossil fuels unconstitutional, with implications for Montana's energy sector.
  • Wood Products Industry Faces Tight Workforce Amid Low Lumber Prices: Despite market challenges, Montana's wood sector added jobs last year, per the Department of Labor's 2025 report, highlighting resilience in key industries.
  • Dillon Elementary School District Superintendent Randy Shipman announced the passing of a student at Parkview Elementary School in a social media post Tuesday evening. 
  • Nexstar to preempt ABC's ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ despite Disney ending suspension!
  • Deer Lodge Highlighted as Underrated Montana Gem: Travel features praise the valley city's bustling Main Street and Western charm, near mountains for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Human Activity Blamed for Majority of Montana's 2025 Wildfires: Officials report that most fires this year were people-caused, urging caution as the season continues amid dry conditions.
  • Missoula City Council Approves Old Post Hospital Demolition: The council greenlit a permit to raze the historic building, paving the way for potential redevelopment amid preservation debates.
  • Man Arrested for Stabbing Near Clinton: A suspect is jailed on attempted deliberate homicide charges after a Tuesday evening stabbing incident outside Clinton; the victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. 
  • Elizabeth Warren with Ermiya Fanaeian, leader of the SLC armed queers which is now under FBI investigation for a possible connection to Charlie’s murder.
  • ABC's Matt Gutman issued an apology: saying he "deeply regrets" calling the text messages of Charlie Kirk's alleged shooter "VERY TOUCHING".
  • Man Sentenced for Illegal Re-entry After Multiple U.S. Crossings: A federal court handed down a sentence to an individual from Montana's border region, emphasizing enforcement against repeated immigration violations.
  • Governor Gianforte Views Halls Coulee Siphon Replacement Project: Governor Greg Gianforte toured the ongoing infrastructure project in Babb, highlighting efforts to improve water management and support local agriculture.
  • The Charlie Kirk Assassination Updates:  Get the latest updates from Fox News.
  • Helena voters narrowly pass two bonds for High School District 1 and Elementary School District 1:  Property taxes will be going up in a very divided community.  
  • Suspect Charged After Cascade County Teen Injured by Bullet:  19-year old Lorne Nichols faces charges following an incident where a teenager was injured by gunfire in Cascade County.  Victim is expected to be ICU for several days.
  • The AutoPen Pardon that even shocked top White House officials:  Adrian Peeler, convicted of murdering a mom and 8-year old son was pardoned by President Biden in January.
  • Custer Gallatin National Forest offers wildfire updates:  West Fork fire is 83% contained.  Be vigilant and safe in the affected areas.  
  • Woman Found in Irrigation Ditch Identified as Homicide Victim:  The body discovered last week in a Missoula irrigation ditch has been identified as 38-year-old Leah C. Hartley from California. Police are investigating the death as a homicide.
  • The Supreme Court cleared the way on Mondafor federal agents to conduct sweeping immigration operations in Los Angeles:  This ends the restraining order against "roving patrols" that was in place from a Federal Judge in California.
  • Montana Utility Board Declines to Act on Climate Petition: Decision stems from youth climate lawsuit, maintaining current policies.
  • USDA Designates Three Montana Counties as Natural Disaster Areas: Emergency designation issued for affected counties, enabling access to federal aid for recovery efforts. 
  • Latest FCS Rankings are released.  Montana State is #6 and Montana #7.
  • Smoke Forecast Highlights Ulm Creek Fire Growth:  The fire has expanded to 2,529 acres, impacting air quality in northwest Montana.
  • St. Matthew's Teacher Honored for 90th Birthday and 70th Year in Classroom: Sister Judy Lund was celebrated at a surprise assembly in Kalispell for her long-standing contributions to education and community service, including founding Sparrows Nest.
  • Montana Rolls Out Mobile ID Program: The state's Motor Vehicle Division has launched Montana Mobile IDs, enabling residents with iPhones or Android devices to use digital versions of their driver's licenses for verification purposes.
  • No. 25 Carroll Falls to No. 11 Montana Tech in Frontier Conference Clash: The Saints dropped a 30-19 decision to the Orediggers, hampered by short fields, missed opportunities, and penalties.
  • Montana Grizzlies Dominate Central Washington in Season Opener:  Eli Gillman rushed for 198 yards and three touchdowns as No. 6 Montana rolled to a 42-17 victory over the Division II Wildcats, pulling away in the second half.
  • Montana State Falls Inches Short in Double Overtime Thriller Against South Dakota State: The No. 3 Bobcats lost 30-24 to No. 2 SDSU in a dramatic Gold Rush game at Bobcat Stadium, coming up short on a fourth-and-one in the second overtime.
  • "Your boy is a cancer survivor." Randy Moss completes cancer treatment, rings the bell.  Gives a heartfelt thank you to all those that helped him.
  • Lee Newspapers' Future in Question: Discussions on the sustainability of local papers like the Independent Record, Billings Gazette, and Missoulian amid paywall changes.
  • US Labor Market Stalls with Only 22,000 Jobs Added in August:  Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer blasts Fed Chief Jerome Powell, placing the blame on the central bank's reluctance to cut rates.  Instead, she says that lower interest rates would stimulate the economy and drive business growth and hiring. 
  • Montana GOP Faces Court Challenge Over Leadership Election: Targeted Republican lawmakers are suing the party for blocking some senators from electing leadership, seeking a do-over election.
  • Montana Army Guard Rescues Hiker in Beartooth Mountains: The Montana Army National Guard completed a high-altitude search and rescue mission to recover a missing 71-year-old hiker in the area.
  • Montana on notice to remove gender ideology references from sex education curriculum or risk losing over $500k in grant funding.  State says it will comply. 
  • Gallatin County Sheriff needs your help finding a man wanted for alleged assault  that took place at the Hyalite Reservoir on Sept 1, 2025.  
  • Montana Submits Waiver for Early Federal Medicaid Work Requirements: The state seeks to implement community engagement and cost-sharing under new federal rules.
  • Great Falls City Manager Greg Doyon announces the appointment of Jeremy M. Jones as the new Deputy City Manager.  Click here to see press release.  
  • Montana Man Charged with Shooting Four People at Bar Pleads Not Guilty: Michael Paul Brown entered a not guilty plea in court following the incident at an Anaconda bar.
  • High school football power rankings for Week 2 are out, with top teams in each classification highlighted.
  • New Ownership at Roadhouse Diner in Great Falls:  Big news out of Great Falls as Jason and Tara Beam sell Roadhouse.  Still one of the best burgers we have ever eaten.  
  • Indian Health Service Opens New Staff Housing Units in Montana: Three new units have been added to support healthcare workers, improving access to medical services in rural areas.

Opinion

Why the Jasmin Taylors of the world should scare Montana Republicans.

Why the Jasmin Taylors of the world should scare Montana Republicans.

Why the Jasmin Taylors of the world should scare Montana Republicans.

 

Opinion: 

Do you know what is frustrating for the average citizen in the average city in Montana?  So 

Mainstream Media Rushes to Make Sure Trump Gets No Win.

Why the Jasmin Taylors of the world should scare Montana Republicans.

Why the Jasmin Taylors of the world should scare Montana Republicans.

 

Opinion: 

Opinion ---- Apparently conservatives are to blame for noticing an unarmed Ukrainian refugee was hacked to death by an evil monster. A monster so evil his mother told the courts previously that he shouldn't be released. The story is not how to combat criminals or fix the judiciary system that allows this sick, sadistic individuals to roam free. The judge in his last case apparently never even went to law school and let him go on a written promise that he would show up to hearings. See, The NY Times didn't cover the story at all until the posts were lighting up X showing that there were 0 articles about the incident earlier today. But, alas, not to worry as The NY Times said we are going to write an article about the loss of life and the murderous rampage of a sick, demented human being. Well, that is what they should have done. Instead, they focus in on the fact that a murder has alarmed conservatives. That is the uproar. That this murder is helping Donald Trump fill a narrative that crime is out of control throughout the country. These liberal Mainstream Media companies (NY Times is not alone) would rather spend there time instead defending a sick piece of garbage monster that to say you know what, The NYT blames the Republican Party for making this into national news. CNN is saying that statements about the accused killer are "baldly racist" and they wondered how a local murder made the national news. Maybe become this was an object failure. Maybe because this man was a career criminal with 14 previous charges. A man whose own mother did not want him back on the streets. But the Democrats and the media who refuse to say it are only refusing to because it would make Trump look right. Well, he is right. The mayor of Charlotte lamented the lack of resources that the accused killer had at his disposal for mental health. Look, I know what mental health issues are. I have a family member that I have been struggling to get help for years. The courts don't want to infringe upon his rights so involuntary admission to a mental health facility is very difficult to achieve. But, this man on the train is not a guy with a mental health crisis. This is a man with a long pattern of criminal and bizarre behavior that fits a profile that should have had him admitted a long time ago to a psychiatric facility. This judge should resign and calls have been coming in all day for her to be removed. I don't have all the answers but I do know this. Mental health is not an excuse to kill someone. The man should go to prison for life. If everything were equal, he would face the death penalty. The media runs cover for these stories that are really effecting the day to day lives of Americans. These stories are happening, but as long as it would help the narrative that Trump is working on, the media could never allow it. It is shameful and disgusting. All day, we have seen stories and posts that focused on the outcry from the right instead of the real story. Throughout Montana, the "news" posts have been the same. Garbage. We must do something to ensure that the media is held accountable for the grotesque way they have covered this up. There are a million reasons why we should hate the mainstream media and now this is just another to add to the list. All I want is the for the mainstream media to come out, say it was a gruesome attack and find out the details of the attack and what led up to it. Instead, just like the Democratic Party, they would rather defend a murderer than to say Trump was right. Let that sink in. America should all rally behind this so that our kids and grandkids can have safe streets to simply ride their bikes on. Patrick J.

MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN LOSES IT OVER A BASEBALL...

MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN LOSES IT OVER A BASEBALL...

MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN LOSES IT OVER A BASEBALL...

 

Opinion:

The rise of the unhappy, white, middle aged, liberal woman continued last night at the Phillies/Marlins baseball game.  

To this lady, I ask...who do you think you are and why do you believe that you have the right to scream at a father in front of his kids?  Why do you even want a baseball?  That is the dream of children.  He got the baseball first and then handed it to his son.  You felt the need to become unhinged and berate him in front of his family, who was there celebrating the son's birthday.  You know, the son you were shamelessly trying to get the ball from.  

You are a disgusting human being.  I wish you a lifetime of unhappiness.  I can forgive you being a selfish, unhappy person, but I cannot forgive you for ruining a child's special moment.  Karma is a great thing.  The kid walked away with so much swag and even a signed bat plus a country rooting for him.  You walked away completely vilified.

The World Needs Daniel Pennys to Protect Them

MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN LOSES IT OVER A BASEBALL...

MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN LOSES IT OVER A BASEBALL...

 

Opinion: 

A man who has 14 cases in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina randomly kills a Ukrainian woman simply sitting on the train.  It was such a random, violent attack and it didn't need to happen.  We live in such a world of zero accountability and multiple chances.  That is a bad combination.

This man should not have been out on the street.  Multiple arrests for assault of women.  Why was he on the street to begin with?  He should have been behind bars.  This case, so tragic, should remind us all that the idea of letting violent criminals go with hardly any consequences never ends well.  In so many cases, these criminals only become emboldened to escalate their criminal behavior.  The Democratic push to no bail and releasing violent criminals onto the streets again, is responsible for the deaths of so many US citizens.  It didn't need to be this way.  Hold people accountable.   Invest in mental health facilities.  Invest in more police.  When will this madness stop?  Probably not until a person who is authorized to make changes becomes personally affected.   We wish that upon no one.  Bet the world wishes there were more Daniel Pennys out there.  I know I do.  We arrest people who shut down a violent person, but we allow the criminals to go free.  We live in a mixed up world. 

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