Laura Hatch

Wildlife filmmaker and Montana native Casey Anderson is using his national clout to champion the preservation of public lands.

Montana is set to implement new Medicaid work requirements July 1, and new federal rules could make it harder for some people to get a medical exemption.

People working in Montana's outdoor industry are getting a first-hand look at climate change as part of their jobs.

Montana youth vote proponents are calling a judge's ruling allowing same-day voter registration a key victory. The district court decision applies to Montana's primary election June 2, 2026, and means people can to register to vote on Election Day if they're in line by the time polls close. Comments from Hannah Gale, program director, Forward Montana.

Montana's primary election is June 2, and with three weeks to go, advocates for civic engagement say it's a good idea to ensure you're registered and ready for the polls. That's especially true with changes to Montana's election laws that will be in effect for this election. Comments from Tim Summers, state director, AARP Montana.

The Montana Public Service Commission is holding public hearings in Helena this week for NorthWestern Energy's proposed merger with South Dakota-based Black Hills Energy. Before the commission decides on the $15 billion deal, environmental advocates say the hearings give the public a chance to share any thoughts or concerns they have. Comments from Anne Hedges, executive director, Montana Environmental Information Center.

Schools and communities across rural Montana are getting creative to boost kids' health through food. The Community Film Project is a collection of short movies featuring the people behind these efforts. Those involved in the project hope it inspires more people to take action. Comments from Francis Brown LoneBear, food director, Nk'wsum (nuh-KOO-sum) School; and KayAnn Miller and Lisa Lee, co-executive directors, The Montana Partnership to End Childhood Hunger.

Environmental advocates say the ski industry could be a powerful lobby for climate change, but so far hasn't done enough. A new Yale Climate Connections analysis of a ski industry report finds many of the industry's actions on climate change don't match the urgency of the moment. Comments from Auden (AH-den) Schendler, former senior vice president of sustainability, Aspen Skiing Company, and Geraldine Link, director of public policy, National Ski Areas Association.

Montana's snowpack was below average this season, while parts of the western United States broke records for low snowpack. Scientists say instead of a one-year phenomenon, this may be a preview of future winters. Comments from Alejandro Flores, geosciences professor, Boise State University.

Montana State University students are among those calling on the U.S. government to end the attacks in Iran, along with humanitarian groups who want government leaders to protect civilian lives. Comments from Julian Staggs, president, Students for a Democratic Society; and Anna Zaros, director of advancement, Nonviolent Peaceforce.