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A community foundation in southwest Montana is launching a coalition to help develop affordable housing solutions in the area.

Landlords could have an easier time canceling some contracts with renters under a proposal in the state Legislature. The policy is designed to speed up the eviction of tenants who refuse to let a landlord access property.

Gov. Greg Gianforte delivers a State of the State address that focuses on economic growth, but lawmakers are turning their attention to social issues.

A policy to restrict health care for transgender youth has been revived in the Montana Legislature after failing to pass two years ago. More than 100 people testified on the merits of the bill during a marathon hearing Friday.

Supporters say a measure before Montana lawmakers could help fill health care gaps in rural areas in particular, while opponents worry it would give pharmacists physician-like authority without the same education.

NorthWestern Energy announced this month that it’s acquiring co-owner Avista Utilities’ stake in the Colstrip coal-fired power plant. Colstrip's mayor says it's a relief, but environmentalists say it's a step in the wrong direction.

Bozeman Mayor Cyndy Andrus says creating more affordable housing will continue to be a top priority for the city commission in the year ahead.

A study published this week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences finds that climate change, pesticides and shifting land cover over the last two decades are connected with a decrease in the western bumble bee’s presence across Montana.

Bridger View is being regarded as one of the most sustainable in the Rocky Mountain West. The neighborhood also aims to be a model of affordability — half of the eight-acre development's 62 homes are priced below market.

Gov. Greg Gianforte delivered his second State of the State address Wednesday night in front of a joint session of the Montana Legislature. Montana Public Radio’s Shaylee Ragar, Ellis Juhlin and Corin Cates-Carney broke down the governor’s remarks and Democrats' response.