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

SNOW SCARCITY SHIFTS SKI FINALS TO UTAH An unprecedented lack of winter weather in Montana has forced the NCAA to move the 2026 National Collegiate Skiing Championships away from Bozeman. Originally set for Bridger Bowl and Crosscut next month, the title events will now be hosted by the University of Utah at venues in Park City and Midway. Officials say

National Cancer Institute to Study Ivermectin as Potential Treatment The National Cancer Institute is launching a new study to investigate whether the antiparasitic drug ivermectin can effectively kill cancer cells. While the drug gained notoriety for its unproven use during the pandemic, NCI Director Anthony Letai says the agency is taking the claims seriously enough to conduct formal preclinical trials.