American Bar Association says Montana nominee is not qualified to be a federal judge • Daily Montanan The American Bar Association said that Katie Lane, nominated by President Donald Trump, is not qualified to become a federal judge.

Katie Lane, who has been nominated to the federal court in Montana by President Donald J. Trump, received a “not qualified” evaluation by the American Bar Association to become a federal judge. By @darrellehrlick.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/04/09/a... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

First financial reports show expensive contested races for Legislature • Daily Montanan Republican primaries pitting moderate candidates against conservative hardliners; some races hit six figures already.

The state GOP has rebuked some Republican legislative candidates, but many of them are outraising their more conservative opponents. By @mddrew.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/04/08/f... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

Montana GOP financially backs Wilson for SupCo, opposes nonpartisan judicial elections • Daily Montanan Republican Party donated $20K to Wilson, due to a new Montana law allowing more direct political action in court races

Judge Dan Wilson, making his second run at a seat on the state’s highest court, received $20K in contributions from the Montana Republican Party, according to the latest filings. By @mddrew.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/04/08/m... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

Helena responds to AG’s sanctuary city cease-and-desist letter The Helena City Commission gave an update on its legal saga with the state regarding an immigration resolution.

Helena still wants an immigration resolution after rescinding one following an investigation launched by the AG's Office — and potentially costly consequences. This time, it's asking for the AG's approval first. By @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/04/07/h... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

Clancy event becomes censorship example at U.S. Senate hearing Children’s author Bess Kalb couldn’t read book after parents threatened to disrupt event last Fall at Clancy Elementary.

“The Trump administration is using the whole of government to silence or intimidate criticism and dissent in ways that go far beyond McCarthyism.” Said at a hearing where an author discussed a canceled reading in Montana. @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/04/06/c... #mtnews #mtpol

President finalist for University of Montana sees ‘community’ at flagship • Daily Montanan Jeremiah Shinn said he was drawn to UM because of its sense of community, evident in higher education in general but especially in Missoula.

“There’s a sense of community on a lot of campuses, but there’s a particular brand of it here. There’s a sense of belonging and a sense of taking care of one another.” — Jeremiah Shinn, UM prez candidate. @keilaszpaller.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/04/06/p... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

Why Montana Free Press started Local News Day Take an action to celebrate local journalism.

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No data center in Bonner!
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Lilac buds covered in three inches of white fluffy snow

Welp, this may not last the day but it’s good to see what Winter was supposed to look like in MT

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University of Montana president finalist announced • Daily Montanan The finalist candidate for the University of Montana job is Jeremiah Shinn, interim president of Boise State University, UM and the Montana Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education announced Fri...

The finalist candidate for the University of Montana president job is Jeremiah Shinn, interim president of Boise State University, UM and the Montana Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education announced Friday. By @keilaszpaller.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/04/03/u... #mtnews #mtpol

FWP director reiterates corner crossing is illegal in Montana Montana doesn’t fall under the jurisdiction of the 10th Circuit Court, which decided a Wyoming corner crossing case in favor of hunters last year.

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Montana Supreme Court dismisses constitutionality challenge to ‘The Montana Plan’ initiative • Daily Montanan Organizers behind the Transparent Election Initiative are cleared to continue gathering signatures last month to put I-194, or Ballot Issue 10, on the ballot in November

The Montana Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge from a coalition of business and industry groups over a proposed ballot initiative seeking to limit corporate spending in Montana elections. By @mddrew.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/04/01/m... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

Indivisible Butte collects thousands in food and monetary donations during No Kings protest Indivisible Butte collected nearly 600 items and $961 in donations to support local food pantries during the weekend No Kings protest.

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Montana Supreme Court denies governor's request to take up property tax case • Daily Montanan The Montana Supreme Court dismissed a petition from Gov. Greg Gianforte that it take over a property tax lawsuit over Senate Bill 542.

The Montana Supreme Court dismissed a petition from Gov. Greg Gianforte that it take control of a property tax lawsuit over Senate Bill 542. By @keilaszpaller.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/03/31/m... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

Comparing educational attainment for #Montana and adjoining states. MT has highest share of bachelor's degrees (35.2%) and lowest share for those w/out high school diploma. #mtnews

One finalist for president heads to University of Montana • Daily Montanan One finalist for University of Montana president job is headed to campus soon as part of the search for the Missoula flagship’s new leader.

One finalist for the University of Montana president job is headed to campus soon as part of the search for the Missoula flagship’s new leader, according to the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education. By @keilaszpaller.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/03/30/o... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

Bill redefining sex signed nearly a year after it passed A long-running legal battle over bills redefining sex likely has a new chapter as new legislation signed by Governor

Gov. Greg Gianforte last week signed the final bill passed during the 2025 legislative session defining sex in state law, likely spawning a protracted legal fight. By @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/03/30/b... #mtpol #mtnews #montana

I photographed the #nokings protest in downtown #bozeman, #montana. #mtpol #mtnews @indivisiblebozeman.bsky.social

Who's oldest? #Montana had higher median age in 2024 (40.4 yrs) than any adjoining state. U.S. median age in 2024 was 38.9. #mtnews

Population growth by state below.

March 28th "No Kings" Rally
Lake County Patriots
Good turn out in Polson, Montana
MT Highway 35 & US Highway 93
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Say no to Bonner data center. #mtnews #mtpol

Population growth of #Montana and adjoining states: 2010-24. Idaho grew by far the fastest. Wyoming the slowest (only state that grew slower than the U.S.). #mtnews @headecon.bsky.social

Protestors back at Montana Capitol, other ‘No King’ rallies double Issues from No Kings protests across Montana ranged from threat of authoritarianism to war, healthcare and reproductive freedom

Demonstrators in Helena, Billings and Missoula protested what they said is creeping authoritarianism in the United States at Saturday's No Kings rallies in Montana. By @jordyhansen.bsky.social @keilaszpaller.bsky.social @darrellehrlick.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/03/28/p... #mtnews #mtpol

Helena City Commission votes to rescind immigration resolution Officials pointed to possible financial risks, say choice removes state’s investigative capacity over resolution

On the advice of legal counsel and possibly in the face of steep financial losses, the Helena City Commission rescinded an immigration resolution on Thursday night in a meeting at the city’s Civic Center. By @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/03/26/u... #mtnews #mtpol #montana

Trust Montanans: End the Secret Data Center Deals - Flathead Beacon If the Epstein file debacle has taught us anything, it’s that when information the public has a right to see is heavily redacted, trust erodes fast.  Here in Montana, we have a similar situation. Our ...

State Rep Rosenzweig: End the secret data center deals. #Montana constitution, fairness, and common sense demand information about impacts, costs be available to public. #mtnews #mtpol
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As rivers become more crowded, guides say they aren’t the issue A rise in the outdoor recreation economy, coupled with river health issues across Montana, has led to trouble on the water.

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Snowpack chart for the Bridger Range shows an almost complete lack of snow.

When people ask, "Why did Bridger Bowl close early this year?" just show them the snowpack chart. Yikes!

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Montana politics has been upended with the resignation of Daines and Zinke, Republican infighting, and Democrats on the rise. Let’s break it all down. #mtsen #mtpol #mtnews #mtleg #jamesreavis

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Educational attainment in #Montana compared to U.S. About same share w/college degree, much better at getting kids through high school. #mtnews

Household income distribution in MT below⤵️