ACTIVE LINKS - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
- Chief US District Judge James Boasberg released Nathalie Rose Jones, who threatened to kill President Donald J. Trump under electronic monitoring.
- Rep. Ilhan Omar's net worth has swelled to as much as $30 million in just one year, her congressional financial disclosures reveal.
- The NFL Network is reporting that Butte native, Tommy Mellott, has found a new home with the New Orleans Saints, signing with their practice squad.
- Federal judge in California rules Trump admin violated federal law by deploying National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles.
- 73–year old Diane Bunker has been identified as the hiker who fell from the Highline Trail in Glacier National Park last week. She died from the 450‘ fall.
- Great Falls City Commission Holds Meeting Today, 9-2-2025: The work session starts at 5:30 p.m., followed by the full meeting at 7 p.m. Agenda items include local governance, contract awards and community updates.
- Trump Stands Firm on Tariffs: President Trump reiterates steep tariffs on India, while Prime Minister Modi emphasizes Russia ties during international discussions.
- Trump to award Rudy Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom: 'Great American Patriot' will be honored after being seriously injured in car crash in New Hampshire.
- Record Labor Day Travel: Millions of Americans are on the move wrapping up the holiday weekend, with airports and highways seeing peak crowds amid soaring traveler numbers.
- History on Tap: Museum of the Rockies hosts a summer series at 2 PM. Many communities host barbecues and parades for Labor Day—check local listings for parades in Missoula, Billings, and beyond.
- High School Football Rankings (Sept. 1): Top teams include Billings Central Catholic Rams (1-0) at #1, followed by Fergus Golden Eagles (1-0) and others. Week 1 featured standout plays across the state.
- Refinery Wastewater Proposal: A new public hearing is set for an aquifer exemption expansion, allowing potential use of underground areas for wastewater disposal.
- Humanities Montana Persists Amid Funding Loss: The organization continues its mission despite losing federal support, focusing on cultural and educational programs across the state.
- Anaconda Shooting Case Unsealed: Court documents reveal details in the case against Michael Paul Brown, accused of killing four people at the Owl Lounge.
- Fallen Firefighter Honored: A procession for a fallen wildland firefighter is traveling from Montana to Spokane today, passing through North Idaho. Memorials stand in Montana forests as communities pay tribute.
- DHS Secretary Noem says there were no illegal entries into the USA the last three months.
- Cracker Barrel caves, will keep their old logo amid intense public pressure.
- OFFICIALS SEARCHING FOR BABY WITH NONCUSTODIAL PARENTS: Flathead County authorities issued a Missing Endangered Person Advisory for 6-week-old Julian Amon, who is believed to be with his noncustodial parents, Breanna Breen and Quentin Amon.
- Fire located 4 miles east of Colstrip. Please stay clear of the area.
- Life Flight helicopter responding to an ATV accident crashes in Lincoln, MT on Main Street and HWY 200 around 1am. According to officials, the helicopter kicked up dust which made it difficult to see and it hit a pole. Fortunately, all crew members walked away. Another life flight was deployed and carried the ATV accident victim to Helena.
- Governor Greg Gianforte is in Silver Bow County at Montana Precision Products.
- Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift make it official and President Trump even weighs in.