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Retiring Sister Judy Lund recognized with Spirit of Montana award for 'lifetime of service'
Students and teachers at St. Matthew’s Catholic School rose for a standing ovation as Gov. Greg Gianforte bestowed…
What you need to know today about the virus outbreak
President Donald Trump on Sunday extended the country's voluntary national shutdown for a month, significantly changing his tone on the coronavirus pandemic on…
Oklahoma governor orders travelers from New York quarantined
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt on Sunday joined other governors in requiring air travelers from New York and other coronavirus hot spots to qua…
Trump approves major disaster declaration for Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — President Donald Trump has approved a major disaster declaration for Oregon due to the coronavirus outbreak, the White House announced Sunday.
Inslee: Washington needs more coronavirus test supplies
SEATTLE (AP) — Gov. Jay Inslee said Sunday that Washington state still has a shortage of coronavirus testing kits and again suggested the shutdown of most busi…
Second person in Montana dies of coronavirus-related illness
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — A second person in Montana has died of coronavirus-related illness, health officials said Sunday.
North Korea lauds test of 'super-large' rocket launcher
SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea on Monday lauded its latest test of what it said was a “super-large” multiple rocket launcher.
Europe gets no respite from virus lockdowns after deadly weekend
European officials warned against loosening lockdowns after the coronavirus outbreak claimed more than 3,000 lives in Spain and Italy over the weekend.
Top Kansas lawmakers let governor's stay-at-home order stand
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Leaders of the Republican-controlled Kansas Legislature agreed Sunday that Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly's statewide stay-at-home order is ne…
Texas tightens rules on neighboring Louisiana over virus
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas is ratcheting up restrictions on neighboring Louisiana, one of the growing hot spots for coronavirus in the U.S., and preparing Dall…
Nebraska governor extends order restricting gatherings to 10
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Four more Nebraska counties are now covered by an enforceable order limiting public gatherings to 10 people as the number of COVID-19 cases …
Trump extends federal social distancing guidance for 30 days as scientists warn virus continues to spread
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump extends federal social distancing guidance for 30 days as scientists warn virus continues to spread.
Wisconsin commission won't investigate 2 county clerks
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Elections Commission will not investigate two county clerks for encouraging absentee voters staying home because of the coronavirus outbreak to use a provision to avoid the state'…
Local teen starts youth astronomy group
Andrew Hawken is aiming for the stars.
Fit, healthy 33-year-old recounts falling ill to coronavirus
ROME (AP) — Andrea Napoli didn’t fit the usual profile of a coronavirus patient.
Washington utility to buy power from Montana tribal group
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A Washington state electric utility signed a contract to purchase hydroelectric power from a Montana tribal company.