Billings, MT — Just in time for the spring building season, the Billings City Council has approved a significant 25% reduction in building permit fees, marking another major step in the City’s commitment to supporting growth and affordability. Making building and development more affordable has been a top priority for Billings. Over the past 18 months, the City has been
Montana DOJ Warns of Fake Motor Vehicle Division Text Scam The Montana Department of Justice’s Office of Consumer Protection is warning residents about fraudulent text messages posing as the state Motor Vehicle Division. Officials say scammers are sending urgent texts demanding payment for fake fines or traffic tickets, sometimes threatening increased fees or suspended registration. The DOJ reminds Montanans that
Downing Praises Reversal of EPA’s MATS Rule Montana Congressman Troy Downing is applauding the EPA’s move to reverse the Biden‑era Mercury and Air Toxics Standards rule. Downing says the regulation placed unfair burdens on coal‑fired plants like Colstrip, threatening grid reliability and Montana jobs. He’s urging Congress to pass his COAL POWER Act, which would permanently roll back the 2024
Helena High School Students Stage Walkouts to Protest Federal Immigration Enforcement In Helena today, dozens of high school students walked out of class to voice their opposition to federal immigration crackdowns. Groups from both Helena and Capital High Schools gathered at major intersections, chanting ‘ICE out’ as passing drivers honked in support. Local police and district officials remained on-site to
Warm Winter Wakes Montana Bears Early from Hibernation An “off-kilter” winter is stirring Montana’s grizzly and black bears out of their dens months ahead of schedule. Biologists with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks report that record-breaking warmth and a lack of snow have led to numerous sightings, including a grizzly spotted near Yellowstone just last month. While most bears should