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Seeley Lake residents gathered at Seeley-Swan High School to get the latest on their flood situation.
Preliminary results on Tuesday showed voters approving a $1 million general elementary levy for Kalispell Public Schools.
The Missoula County Sheriff's Office has issued a mandatory evacuation ORDER for dozens of homes in the Orchard Homes area as flood levels become dangerous.
Bigfork FireVoters in the Flathead have approved a levy for the Big Fork Fire Department.
Voters in Whitefish have passed an elementary school operating levy.
Initial election results Tuesday evening indicate voters have passed a series of school levies in Missoula County.
The Missoula County Office of Emergency Management and United Way of Missoula County have established a fund to help residents impacted by flooding.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers spent the day Tuesday checking on levies and dams around Missoula to make sure they'll hold as rivers and streams continue to rise around Western Montana.
MISSOULA - One family is seeing five-foot-deep water in their basement: and the Clark Fork is expected to rise even higher. They're using several creative methods to try to stop the river from coming further into their house.
A Montana man who pleaded guilty to breaking into his former girlfriend's house and raping her while she was passed out from drinking released an expletive-filled tirade when the judge sentenced him to 70 years in prison - 60 more than his plea agreement recommended.
Iran's state-run news agency is quoting an anonymous official saying President Hassan Rouhani (hah-SAHN' roh-HAH'-nee) will give a televised address after President Donald Trump announces his intention to pull America out of the Iran nuclear deal.
With active shooter situations and school safety still a hot topic mental health is one of the areas politicians are looking at strengthening. Emma Kerr-Carpenter, community education coordinator for Billings non-profit, "Youth Dynamics" says, the more resources we have in the community the better it is for everybody and the less likely these violent situations in school are likely to happen. Kerr-Carpenter, says "Youth Dynamics" will help a family however they n... More>>
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A Los Angeles judge has issued a final ruling requiring coffee to carry cancer warning labels in California. Superior Court Judge Elihu Berle issued his decision Monday that Starbucks and other coffee companies failed to show that benefits from drinking coffee outweighed any risks.
NEW YORK - A New York City pizza place has created pizza crust ice cream. From out of the oven and into a bowl, the thing you might throw away is the latest dessert creation courtesy of Bruno's Pizza NYC. The East Village pizza place is selling it for $5 a scoop. The ice cream itself is made with fresh organic wheat, which is ground to a flour, toasted and charred.
A popular entrepreneur program seen in many cities nationwide is now making it's way to Montana. "Youth Entrepreneurs" has brought their program to a rural state and the first time they will bring it to an entire state. All teachers of the six selected schools across Montana will train in June to incorporate this new entrepreneurial program into their classes. Liz Marchi, a leader in bringing "Youth Entrepreneurs" to Montana says Montana is fourth in the... More>>
Explosive device as it was found (courtesy Ravalli County)DARBY - The Ravalli County Sheriff's Office evacuated a motel in Darby after discovering a homemade explosive device in one of the rooms.
We're following major flooding across parts of our state with flood warnings and advisories in effect. Those living in the Helena Campground and RV Park near Ten Mile Creek have been battling the floods all day and night.
In order to keep residents informed, Missoula County has established a flood information hotline.
"He was the type of kid coming out of middle school that as a track coach as a football coach you are obviously pretty exited about. The caliber of athlete that he is is just something you don't see a lot of," said Frenchtown Head Track Coach Ryan Nelson. Everyone in Frenchtown knew Freshman Jace Klucewich had the potential to be a star for the Broncs in High School. Older kids like Ethan Pyron had heard about the middle school stud and despite the hype Klucewich has ...
BILLINGS- Emergency responders are working a crash at the corner Monad and Daniels streets in Billings. A car is trapped under a semi truck and fire crews are working to remove a occupant.
A recent report says visitors to Yellowstone National Park spent nearly $500 million last year in neighboring towns to the wilderness recreation area.
Perhaps no one has such a love or knowledge of the stone as the father and son duo behind the Gem Gallery in downtown Bozeman and the new owners of the Vortex Mine in Yogo Gulch. Yogo sapphires are exclusively found in the Yogo Gulch of the Little Belt Mountains in Judith Basin County.
Ticket stations are closing in both Shelby and Havre at the beginning of June. And the reason? Technology. 90% of the tickets bought through Amtrak are purchased either online or over the phone. Last year Havre and Shelby each had over 10,000 passengers; and with 9 out of 10 passengers purchasing their ticket online, the decision, although a sad one, makes sense. "They informed us that nine out of ten of the ticketing was either done by email or by telephone an... More>>
A public meeting was held Monday at Hawthorne School for residents dealing with spring flooding in Missoula County.
This is a photo taken earlier in the evening of Christopher and his prom date while they walked through Riverfront Park to take prom photos. Stephanie shared this photo in her Facebook post, saying it was edited with a filter called "superman."SPOKANE, Wash. - Christopher Regalado, a 17-year-old North Central High School student, was leaving prom when he found himself face-to-face with a suicidal woman about to take her own life.
BRANDON, Miss. - A photo of a soldier delayed in an airport is going viral this week after a fellow traveler snapped it and explained the soldier was watching the birth of his daughter on FaceTime.
WDAZ-TVGRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) - Police say preliminary results show that a Grand Forks mother shot and killed her three children and then took her own life.
Rossiter Elementary School announced they will be closed once again on Tuesday, May 8, due to floodwaters from Ten Mile Creek making the school inaccessible to students and staff.
Tuesday is National Teacher Appreciation Day and there are many businesses offering educators great freebies and discounts.
Amtrak has announced it will close its ticket counters in Shelby and Havre in an effort to save money.
SEATTLE (AP) - Nestle has entered into an agreement to bring Starbucks products to millions of homes worldwide. The Swiss-based company announced Monday that Starbucks will receive an up-front cash payment of $7.15 billion for a business which generated annual sales of $2 billion. Approximately 500 Starbucks employees will join Nestle, and operations will continue to be located in Seattle.
MISSOULA - Sheriff's deputies will be going door-to-door Monday to give an evacuation warning to residents in flood-prone neighborhoods. Residents living near Tower Street and Kehrwalk Drive have already been facing waist-high floodwaters coming up their driveways and pastures in the past week. The waters subsided, but weather forecasters predict floodwaters will go even higher by the end of this week. Residents are not being asked to evacuate at this time - the warning is an opport...
Bolt D'Oro FacebookDespite holding an initial lead during the Kentucky Derby, Bolt D'Oro lost steam halfway through the race and finished 12th. His owners say he was checked for any heart or lung issues.
HOLMDEL, N.J. - A mystery pooper at a New Jersey high school turned out to be the school district superintendent, according to Holmdel police. Officials told NJ.com that human feces had recently been found “on a daily basis” on or near Holmdel High School’s track and football field.
Bridger BowlSkier visits to U.S. resorts in the Rocky Mountains were down about 5 percent this past winter, which equates to about 1 million fewer visits than the prior winter season.
A spring thunderstorm knocked out power to thousands Sunday night. As of 8 p.m. Northwestern Energy was reporting at least eleven separate power outages in and around Missoula. Two of those were affecting at least 400 customers each. The storm rolled through quickly packing strong winds and heavy rain. It knocked down trees and caused drivers to pull over because they couldn't see the road. The rain added insult to injury, making already flooded rivers swell ...
In a press conference Sunday at the Missoula County Emergency Operations Center, emergency responders laid out their ongoing plans to deal with severe flooding throughout Missoula County. Speakers stressed the importance of avoid floodwaters to prevent the spread of disease; if you are exposed to floodwaters, emergency personnel ask that you wash the exposed area immediately. In addition, multiple first responders spoke to the risk of undercurrents, and how dangerous and strong thos...
Melting snow coupled with rain is forecast to swell rivers and creeks in areas of western Montana in coming days, flooding numerous homes in and around Missoula.
President Donald Trump's former national security adviser Michael Flynn has canceled a campaign appearance in Montana for Republican U.S. Senate candidate Troy Downing.
Despite high hopes from everyone in the Treasure State, Bolt, the horse from Montana, finished in 11th place in this years Kentucky Derby.
Southgate Mall in Missoula has been sold to an Ohio-based real estate investment group for $58 million.
BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Idaho State University says it can't find a small amount of radioactive, weapons-grade plutonium about the size of a U.S. quarter, and federal officials are proposing an $8,500 fine. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission said in a statement Friday that the university can't account for about a 30th of an ounce (1 gram) of the material that's used in nuclear reactors and to make nuclear bombs.
Search and Rescue crews are working to locate a person witnesses say walked into the Missouri River. Right now efforts are being focused near the Black Eagle Dam. Very little information has been released right now, but KFBB can confirm the search is still underway.
SPOKANE, Wash. - Check-In for this Sunday’s 42nd annual Lilac Bloomsday Run has begun at the Spokane Convention Center, and volunteers are busy handing out packets and signing up late registrants.
BIGFORK - The Woods Bay Grill is being given away for a song - or an essay contest, rather. The Flathead Lake establishment is up for sale, and will be given to anyone who enters an essay contest and pays the entry fee $150.
Conservation groups can start gathering signatures for a ballot initiative that seeks to limit mine pollution in Montana.
Our own Meghan Bourassa heads to Caras Nursery to learn the basics of growing raspberries.
MISSOULA - The beauty chain Sephora opened inside the JC Penney in Southgate Mall on Friday. Dozens of people waited in line to be the first to check out the beauty counter, which gave away gift cards to the first 100 entrants.
Gardening tips from Caras Nursery, with our own Meghan Bourassa!
It's a great time to plant some berry bushes for sweet rewards - and we'll show you some varieties that do especially well in Montana.
Screenshot from troydowning.comA Montana U.S. Senate candidate's trial for hunting and fishing license violations has been delayed until after the primary election.
Intense flooding continues, still leaving Montana in a state of emergency. While those waters leave many homes in danger, they also can leave your health at risk.
A Missoula man is recovering in the hospital, after attempting to rescue his dog Thursday night from the fast-moving Clark Fork river.
A recent flyover of Glacier National Park's Sperry Chalet shows that its stone walls are withstanding the wintery weather. The century-old building was destroyed last summer by the Sprague Fire.
Missoula Animal ControlMissoula Animal Control rescued three dogs from a flooded property Thursday.
Happy Herb and Froggy Doo were a KULR-8 staple back in the 1960s and 1970s. Recently, Herb visited Billings, met with fans and talked about the time Froggy Doo was kidnapped and held for ransom.
Many Missoula residents are cleaning up as floodwaters receded significantly on Thursday, after days of high waters.
Missoula firefighters spent Thursday in fast-moving water on the Clark Fork River for swift water rescue training. They were joined by the Whitewater Rescue Institute.
The workshop is designed to educate consumers and insurance agents about contractor and insurance fraud following hail storms.
YouTubeMISSOULA - This Saturday, a local Kentucky Derby watch party offers the chance to see a Montana horse compete for the roses.
For years, seven men have met at St. Paul's Lutheran Church on Monday nights to make quilts. The group started on a dare, but in the years since, it's become an important way for friends to spend time together while doing good deeds for their community.
SEELEY LAKE - The abundant snowfall and heavy spring runoff is delaying the opening of many popular campgrounds. Lolo National Forest issued a release noting that crews are working hard to clear roadways by Memorial Day weekend, but it may not be possible to open everything by the end of May. Several roads, including Beaver Finley Road #9974, are washed out. Call the district at 406-677-2233 for the latest information before planning a camping trip. Memorial Day is Monday, May 28. ...
Southern Poverty Law Center photoA federal magistrate judge has concluded that a neo-Nazi website publisher could be held liable for the conduct of readers who carried out an anti-Semitic "troll storm" against a Montana real estate agent's family.
Bozeman middle schools have decided to go against the traditional A through F grading system.
Montana officials say tax collections are coming in above expectations and may end up exceeding projections when the state's financial year ends June 30.
Mr. Greg UphamMr. Greg Upham, Assistant Superintendent of Helena Public Schools has agreed to serve as the next Superintendent of Billings Public Schools.
BILLINGS- Questions are being raised about why three Billings Police Department officers haven't been fired, after it was revealed the officers had sex during duty and on city property. Two of officers were on patrol at the time, another was off duty. "You can't just say I am mad at you, you're fired like you see on TV, that cannot happen," said Chief Rich St. John. However things are now complicated with what St. John can release and what he can't due t...
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) - The Stillwater County sheriff's office is looking for a 45-year-old Illinois man who is considered missing under suspicious circumstances after his vehicle was found in the south-central Montana town of Reed Point. Sgt. Randy Smith says Paul Batson's Dodge Charger was found Sunday evening. Officers want to talk with anyone who may have had contact with Batson, who is described as being 6 feet, 2 inches (188 centimeters) tall with brown ...
Flooded C Street in Seeley LakeBUTTE - As many Montana communities are under flooding emergencies, the Butte area is also preparing for high waters. Butte-Silver Bow County recommends that residents in Melrose prepare for flood watch conditions expected to begin around May 9. Sand and sandbags are available for free at the Melrose Fire Hall. It's also a good idea to move stock, feed and equipment from low-lying areas. Butte-Silver Bow officials recommend checking the website here to find information ...
Gallatin County Sheriffs found the body of missing doctor, Patrick J. Fitzpatrick, Saturday.
The generosity of a late Belgrade man will benefit STEM education in schools.
In Ravalli County residents are preparing for flooding...
Organizers of an American Red Cross evacuation shelter say they’ll remain open until flooding subsides, even if that means planning for several more days or possibly weeks.
In addition to dealing with high waters damaging their homes and properties, Missoula County residents impacted by flooding also need to be concerned about the safety of their water.
A new attack ad by America First Action Super PAC begins circulating on Montana airwaves today. The ad focuses on the recent allegations levied by the Senator against Ronny Jackson last week.
SEELEY LAKE - Flooding is continuing to impact a community where the lake started to spill over its banks earlier this week. Many homes, summer cabins and roads in the area are soaked in deep water. Some of the worst flooding is on C Street, where yards and the road are completely covered. The river and lake started to spill over on Sunday. While many of the cabins are mostly used as summer vacation homes, residents say it's still devastating. One resident said this is the worst fl...
Missoula County Commissioners will sign and emergency proclamation for flooding Thursday.
According to the Park County Sheriff's Office, two visitors got stuck in deep snow on the Beartooth Highway while attempting to get to the Northeast Gate of Yellowstone National Park.
According to court documents, authorities were concerned about the welfare of a baby in Ramon's care. The Department of Health and Human Services planned to remove the baby from the residence after Ramon texted the infant's mother saying he was "gunna kick (the baby) in the head."
KALISPELL - Wildlife officials captured and relocated a young grizzly who was seen eating trash and birdseed at nearby rural homes. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks officials say the bear was a 3-year-old male, weighing 246 pounds. A bear specialist captured the bear on April 28, and experts helped fit the bear with a radio collar before moving it to a remote part of the Kootenai National Forest west of Lake Koocanusa. FWP reminds residents to remove or put away attractants li...
Student Athlete of the Week: Fergus High School's Macy Mangold & Libbey Jenness
A pair of mallards nests in the high school courtyard every year and raises their ducklings. Once the ducklings are big enough, staff escort the mother and babies through the high school to their summer residence in Bozeman creek.
BILLINGS- After a sexual misconduct case rocked the Billings Police Department, for the first time the police chief is addressing how the scandal has taken a toll on his agency.
An Idaho woman was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park.
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock has declared a statewide flooding emergency.
Well it may not look or even feel like it but we’re getting there. That’s right... it’s road construction season. But how has all the recent weather been affecting the construction projects? The good news is that they haven’t been affected too badly! The biggest delay has been along the Hi-Line, however, that should be back on schedule within the next week or two if things continue to slowly dry out. WIth the construction seas...
The relationship between an athlete, a coach, an athletic trainer, and a parent can be a complicated one. When that communication falls apart, the results can be life changing, and a solution can seem impossible to find. That is until now. One man in Texas thinks he may have the answer to fixing miscommunication issues out on the field, and it's one that some local parents hope might be the answer they've been looking for. "It's one of them deals you wouldn't wish on anybody,&...
Billings Police have breached a home ending a standoff in downtown Billings.
People throughout the community are pitching in to help flooded residents keep their heads above water.
SPOKANE, Wash. - 8 hours. 8 hours is all a billboard featuring two bears lasted in downtown Spokane on Monday before it was taken down. The ad from The Great PNW featuring two grizzly bears certainly caught the attention of passing motorists due to their positioning. Some people simply saw bears, other saw the bears in a racy act.
NEW YORK (AP) - A veterinarian accused of implanting liquid heroin in puppies for a Colombian drug trafficking ring is now in custody in New York. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration said on Tuesday that Andres Lopez Elorza was awaiting a court appearance in Brooklyn. Lopez, who is Venezuelan, was arrested in 2015 in Spain. He was extradicted to the U.S. on Monday.
The American Red Cross of Montana has opened an evacuation shelter in Missoula for those impacted by flooding.
SPOKANE, Wash. - We're no strangers to high gas prices in Washington, but this summer is expected to be particularly bad. Crude oil prices are at the highest level in three years and it's not expected to get better any time soon. The average price for regular gas in the U.S. is about $2.81. Here in the Spokane area, we know we're hovering around the $3/gal. price, with prices on the west side of the state even higher.
A wildlife photographer from Fortine has caught some amazing images on trail cams throughout the region. Robert LeBlanc said he loves taking pictures of Montana's wildlife and he shared these with ABC FOX Montana. He says he's captured photos of every breed of animal in the state except a fisher. He hopes to get a photo of that animal soon. More>>
After a heavy snow season and now spring showers, we’ve been dealing with major flooding over the past several weeks. On the evening of April 30th, the National Weather Service released a flood advisory for Meagher and Lewis and Clark counties. Meagher’s advisory is in effect until 7:15 pm tonight and Lewis and Clark's will be in effect until 8:00 pm tonight. The main reason for minor flooding seen in some areas of Meagher county is due to the recent snow melt. Wi... More>>
Local Great Falls foster mom’s Nikki Davalos and Kat Whitish are working together to build a non-profit organization called Linking Our Voices Together, otherwise known as L.O.V.E. This non-profit organization will be a support system for foster parents not only in Great Falls, but potentially across the entire state of Montana. L.O.V.E. aims to bring foster parents together to help with a variety of things such as training, advice, extra resources, etc. ... More>>
The Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport is starting a three week project in rehabilitating its main runway.
Flooding has been reported throughout several cities in Montana, and if you don't have flood insurance it could cost you quite a bit of money. According to FEMA flooding is the nation's most common and costly natural disaster, racking up millions of dollars in damages each year. We spoke with Matt Rosendale, the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, and he stressed the importance of getting insured. "We've got statistics that show that first of all there is a ... More>>
Authorities say 17 people have been arrested on drug and gun charges under an initiative targeting an increase in violent crime in southeastern Montana that's blamed on the drug methamphetamine.
Wyoming Highway Patrol issued an alert Monday to be on the lookout for three Wyoming children.
Flooding continues to impact residents in Missoula's Tower Street neighborhood Monday.
Rising waters in Seeley Lake are overtaking a popular summer cabin area. C Street on the southwest end of Seeley Lake is closed after the lake breached it's bank Sunday, flooding the road and area cabins.
The charges against William Rose III have officially changed from attempted deliberate homicide to deliberate homicide after 57-year-old Steven Jacobson died of his injuries.
Female grizzly released on Sun River WMATETON COUNTY - One male grizzly bear has been euthanized and another female has been relocated after Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks found several dead sheep and calves in the area. The female, described as 220-pound 3 year old, was captured west of Pendroy after several sheep were killed on a ranch nearby. She was fitted with a radio collar and released near Rose Creek on the Sun River Wildlife Management Area west of Augusta. Bruce Auchly tells KFBB, "We don't t... More>>
It’s been almost a year since Deputy Sheriff Moore was killed in the line of duty. Now, Montana Highway Patrol, Bozeman PD and the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office are coming together for a special ceremony.
courtesy MCPSMISSOULA - A local grant of $10,000 will translate Missoula County Public Schools notices into Swahili, Tigrinya and Arabic to serve refugee students attending school.
MISSOULA - Newly released test results show Meadow Hill Middle School is clean of any possible drug contamination. Missoula County Public Schools ordered the tests after a social worker was arrested on multiple felony drug charges.
It’s a common thing for people to walk around the house in their shoes. You almost don’t even think twice about it! However, a recent study shows that this is one of the leading causes of getting sick Believe it or not, your shoes are literally a nice, cozy home for bacteria. In fact, the outside of your shoe carries roughly 421,000 bacterial cells. 95% of the bacteria we track in are from things we’ve stepped on...
Several feet of water has flooded Kehrwald Drive in the Orchard Homes area in Missoula as the National Weather Service issued a flood warning.
A portion of Blue Slide Road, west of Thompson Falls, is currently closed after being washed out by flooding. The road is closed near the Blue Slide Hill, which is between mile marker 13.5 and 14.5 on Blue Slide Road.
One person is dead after a weekend crash in Madison County.
In Ovando residents say they’re experiencing the worst flooding they’ve seen in decades.Roads in the area have turned into lakes, causing a major inconvenience for locals.
Flooding is being reported in the Seeley Lake area.
Those looking for sandbag supplies to protect their homes from spring flooding may be able to access unfilled sandbags through Missoula County.
A flood warning has been issued in Missoula and the Clark Fork River is expected to crest Monday morning after a weekend of rain.
The Latest on White House doctor Ronny Jackson's withdrawal from consideration to be secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (all times local):
U.S. Senator Jon TesterWASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on White House doctor Ronny Jackson's withdrawal from consideration to be secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Higgins Avenue was temporarily shut down Friday night, after police received a call about a suspicious item near a bank. Missoula Police Sgt. James Caton said officers received a call just after 7 p.m., about a pressure cooker left near the bank. Sgt. Caton said officers closed down the road as a precaution, while the Missoula County bomb team x-rayed the pressure cooker. The bomb team found no threat and Sgt. Caton said officers reopened Higg... More>>
MISSOULA - A group of first graders is turning a classroom project into a citywide movement to end the use of polluting plastic straws.
AG Jeff Sessions talked about how the U.S. must identify the drug problem in the country, as well as, what the top priorities are in solving the drug crisis.
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK - Geologists say the tallest active geyser in the world has erupted three times in the last six weeks. It's been four years since the park's last big eruption. Steamboat Geyser, a feature of the park in the Norris Geyser Basin, erupted on the morning of Friday, April 27.
MISSOULA - Two different women discovered a wanted fugitive attempting to hide in their homes on the afternoon of April 18. David Alan Moorse was the subject of an hours-long manhunt on that day after evading arrest for a warrant.
Federal land managers are again seeking congressional backing to sterilize, euthanize or sell for slaughter tens of thousands of wild horses roaming public lands across the West.
The family of a Montana man killed by a drunken driver has reached a settlement with one of the bars they claimed over-served the driver.
MISSOULA - Mark Thane was honored Friday as Regional Superintendent of the Year in Western Montana, and could have the opportunity to go on to a national award. Thane has worked at Missoula County Public Schools for 35 years as a teacher, principal, then into administrative positions. Three years ago, he stepped into the role of superintendent.
MISSOULA - The sheriff's office is investigating a woman's report that her dogs were intentionally poisoned. The victim posted on social media, saying that her two Boston terriers were found dead in her yard on Tuesday.
YouTubeA thoroughbred from Montana is an early favorite for the 2018 Kentucky Derby. Bolt d'Oro was raised and trained in Columbia Falls by Ruis Racing. The family named the horse partly in honor of Olympic winner Usain Bolt.
The Diocese of Great Falls/Billings has agreed to settle 86 sexual abuse claims for $20 million, ending a lawsuit that began in 2011. The lawsuit alleges that multiple priests and nuns working for the diocese sexually abused children from the 1950s through the 1990s.
MISSOULA - No one was hurt in a Thursday evening fire at the TJ Maxx on North Reserve Street. The Missoula Fire Department says three engines and one ladder truck responded to a report of fire issuing from the roof of TJ Maxx around 6:40 PM on Thursday, according to a department media release from Battalion Chief Kip Knapstad. TJ Maxx and neighboring store REI were evacuated while firefighters climbed up on the roof. There, they used hand tools and a chain saw to find the source of ...
Several parts of our state have been experiencing flooding over the past few weeks, especially along the Hi-Line. With the warmer weather and spring storms forecasted, we can expect to see some changes along the Hi-Line communities. The spring storms we’ll be seeing this weekend will bring about 1-2 inches of rainfall to the Hi-Line area. The good news is that the water level has slowly been decreasing, but with this fresh rainfall, that will bring it t... More>>
In an effort to take back the reigns on the opioid crisis in America, Surgeon General Jerome Adams wants more access to Narcan. Many states, including Montana are already ahead of him.
A psychiatric children's hospital in Helena is diversifying their hiring practices. Their newest employee is the first of it's kind in the hospital, with four paws and a heart of gold. Blue Bonnet, or Blue as she is known at Shodair, is the hospital's new facility dog.
While sunny, spring temperatures will certainly be enjoyed by many in Western Montana in the coming days, some residents in Missoula are preparing for flooding.
BOZEMAN - Friends and family say a missing Bozeman woman loved her two young sons, making her November disappearance all the more mysterious and concerning. The search for Danielle Diamond continues, now with assistance from the FBI. The 25-year-old woman went missing in November 2017. The FBI, Homeland Security and Gallatin County Sheriff's Office are working together on the case. Authorities say she didn't have a car or phone. She was last seen at the library on November 27. The ...
KULR-8 sat down with the Chief Executive Officer of the Rimrock Foundation on what it means for the U.S. attorney general to visit the state of Montana on Friday.
The Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office has released new information about the woman whose body was recovered from the Yellowstone River Sunday afternoon. According to Sheriff Mike Linder, Harriet Patricia Wilson had suffered injuries prior to her death.
HUNGRY HORSE - The Flathead County Sheriff's Office announced says a Hungry Horse man was shot to death outside his home late on Wednesday night. The suspected shooter has been arrested.
KALISPELL - Investigators are looking for two people who may have witnessed a homicide in the Flathead area.
Though Fred lost his former life while in prison, including his two daughters, now he's asking for all the help he can get to find them. Jasmine and Tasha were 5 and 6 when their dad Fred went to prison.
A Lolo boy was hit by a car on his way to school Thursday.
The Frenchtown Rural Fire District doused a small grass fire near the Huson exit of I-90 on Thursday afternoon. The blaze was started by a wheel-bearing breakdown on a semi.
On Thursday morning, officials said they'll use data from the hiker's smartwatch to see it provides clues to his cause of death.
After this long winter, questions are being raised by the members of the Blackfeet Nation about the lack of help provided to the tribe by surrounding counties.
Bill Cosby has been convicted of drugging and molesting a woman in the first big celebrity trial of the #MeToo era. A jury outside Philadelphia convicted the "Cosby Show" star of three counts of aggravated indecent assault on Thursday.
Montana State University faculty members have voted against establishing an economic research center funded by a five-year grant from the Charles Koch Foundation.
It’s National Drug Take Back Day this coming Saturday which means, this is a good time to go through your bathroom drawers and get rid of any unused medication that you do not need.
President Donald Trump is praising Ronny Jackson, who has just announced he will withdraw from consideration as Veterans Affairs secretary. Trump says there will be consequences for the Democratic senator who led the charge against Jackson.
A Montana author is not only giving families of kids with feeding tubes hope, she's also being nationally recognized for her work.
April is known as the month of the military child and celebrates the sacrifices and lives of military kids all across the world. Statistically speaking, military kids will move 6-9 times from K-12th grade. That’s roughly 3x times more than a non-military family. In other words, life as a military kid is nothing short of a roller coaster ride. And with all of the constant change and the unique culture of the military, a military child is a pretty unique one. According to You... More>>
Several schools across the nation are preparing for the second season release of the Netflix series ’13 Reasons Why’. In fact, a school in Utah just released a statement to parents advising them about the suggestive themes seen in the series and how to discuss them with their children. While this is the reason for some schools addressing this difficult topic, schools in Montana have a different motive. According to the CDC, Montana has the highest suicide rate among you... More>>
Though Fred lost his former life while in prison, including his two daughters, now he's asking for all the help he can get to find them. Jasmine and Tasha were 5 and 6 when their dad Fred went to prison.
It's a second chance at the life taken away from him 23 years ago. Just 9 days after being released from prison on an overturned conviction for a murder he didn't commit, Fred Lawrence is learning to navigate his new freedom.
The month of April is distracted drivers awareness month, did you know that more than 600-thousand drivers attempt to use their phones behind the wheel daily.
Butte-Silver Bow authorities are trying to locate a robbery suspect.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions will travel to Billings, Montana, on Friday, April 27, 2018, to deliver remarks on the drug crisis in America.
The Billings Police Department is investigating a suspicious death regarding an unconscious male reported on April 5th.
A search and rescue team is looking for an overdue hiker in the Pattee Canyon Recreation Area.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) - The lawyer for Danish inventor Peter Madsen says she will appeal his murder conviction and life sentence. Betina Hald Engmark told a Copenhagen court she would appeal Wednesday's sentence, the longest possible against her client. Madsen was convicted of murder for the slaying and dismemberment of Swedish journalist Kim Wall, 30, aboard his hand-built submarine in August.
Authorities have identified the 9-year-old Montana boy who died after crashing an all-terrain vehicle.
Newly released allegations detail serious incidents of misconduct by White House physician Ronny Jackson.
JetBlue Airlines will serve the Bozeman area before the end of the year. Bozeman Yellowstone airport officials announced the new route at a press conference this afternoon. The low-cost airline will take people between Bozeman and Long Beach, CA. They are offering winter and summer flights.
BOZEMAN - A new report details Gallatin County's skyrocketing population growth - but warns that it comes with costs.
With temperatures warming up, many of you at home might be dusting off the ATV's and taking them for a ride. Before you take your ATV out, it’s a good idea to either have a pre-check service done or do one yourself. This includes things such as tire pressure, fluid levels, making sure all of the nuts and bolts are tightened, etc. Once all this is done, here are a few things to keep in mind. •Follow the age limitations and restrictions •Do NOT drive under the... More>>
Recycling has been top of mind for many in Western Montana as some centers will soon change their rules about what items they'll accept.
A new project in Missoula aims to normalize and support breastfeeding families in the community.
Ahead of spring flooding, emergency coordinators are asking all Gallatin county residents to sign up for a new alert service, which can send notifications in a variety of ways. Patrick Lonergan with Gallatin Co. Emergency Management says the Community Notification System makes it easy to deliver alerts by phone call, text, email or even fax. You can find it by going to www.readygallatin.com. There is also an app you can get for Android or Apple products, called ContactBridge,...
Six months removed from winning her first state cross country title, Bozeman's Camila Noe is off to a strong start on the track as well, which Hawks Head Coach Eric Fisher attributes to Noe's unstoppable drive and determination.
Allegations came to light on Tuesday that the president's nominee for Secretary of the Veterans Affairs Department may have over-prescribed drugs and been drinking on the job. Leading the investigation into these allegations? Montana's senior senator, U.S. Senator Jon Tester (D-MT).
The small community of Condon has something to celebrate this week. The Mission Mountains Mercantile is open again, nearly two years after it was destroyed by a fire.
A 12-year-old Australian boy ran away from home - 3,000 miles away from home - after a fight with his parents. Australian broadcaster 9 News reports that the boy used his family's credit cards to book a flight to Indonesia and a four-day stay at a Four Seasons hotel.
An investigation has uncovered how a vial of deadly potassium cyanide went missing from a University of Montana chemistry lab.
The Florence Volunteer Fire Department announced that they will be purchasing a new ambulance...
MISSOULA - School officials have identified the former Meadow Hill staffer facing drug charges for meth, heroin and hallucinogenic mushrooms.
