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Flathead National Forest clears way for salvage projects following winter windstorms
More than 500 acres of trees downed in December’s windstorms are slated for salvage, say Flathead National Forest …
Man arrested after Evergreen shootout brought up on felony charges
The man arrested after a shootout with police officers in Evergreen on Feb. 14 is now facing multiple felonies in Flathead County District Court.
Trump's firing of 1,000 national park workers raises concerns about maintenance and operating hours
The Trump administration has fired about 1,000 newly hired National Park Service employees who maintain and clean parks, educate visitors and perform other fun…
New Social Security chief contradicts claims that millions of dead people are getting payouts
The new head of the Social Security Administration said Wednesday that deceased centenarians are "not necessarily receiving benefits," contradicting claims tha…
Explosion at Weyerhaeuser plant rocks Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls firefighters and several other Flathead Valley fire departments responded Wednesday morning to a report of an explosion and fire at the Weyerhae…
Whitefish schools locked down as man arrested nearby
Whitefish schools were briefly locked down Wednesday afternoon while law enforcement officers took a man into custody at a residence near the high school.
Senate to debate bill restricting transgender access to women’s sports
State lawmakers have reengaged over the past few weeks in an intense, multi-session debate involving the rights of transgender female athletes, advancing a pro…
Trump warns Zelenskyy to quickly negotiate war's end with Russia or risk not having a nation to lead
MIAMI (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that he "better move fast" to negotiate an end to Russia's inva…
Whitefish shop shakes up delicious joy with over-the-top drinks
On top of the shake is a mountain of sweet, whipped cream covered in caramel drizzle, topped with the star of the show: the Liege waffle.
Public hearing set for Lakeside wastewater treatment plan
The Lakeside County Water and Sewer District is seeking a Montana Ground Water Pollution Control System permit because its existing wastewater system is nearing capacity and in need of expansion and improved treatm…
Law roundup: Driver is blinded by emergency lights
Officers followed up with an upset caller who complained that Kalispell Police Department’s emergency lights were “far too bright” and that he almost lost control of his vehicle because he was “temporarily blinded.”
All 80 aboard a Delta jet survive after it burst into flames on a Toronto runway
A Delta Airlines plane flipped upon arrival at Toronto's Pearson Airport and ended up on its roof Monday, injuring 17 people.
Man arrested after allegedly shooting at Polson Police officer
A California man is facing a pending attempted murder charge after allegedly shooting at a Polson Police officer with a rifle on Valentine's Day.
Moderates buck Regier, wrest control of Senate
Moderates seized control of the Montana state Senate during an after-dark floor session Monday in a power flex by 18 minority Democrats and nine maverick Repub…
Critics warn bills would let BNSF Railway off the hook in asbestos-related suits
The House passed legislation this week that could jeopardize hundreds of wrongful death and contamination lawsuits related to the Libby Asbestos Superfund Site.
Montana Senate votes down bill to require Ten Commandments in public school classrooms
The Montana Senate voted down a bill Saturday to require public schools to post the Ten Commandments in every classroom, albeit with an emotional debate about …