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Assault case in Spokane County leads to arrest in Kalispell, Montana

Assault case in Spokane County leads to arrest in Kalispell, Montana

SPOKANE, Wash. — A domestic violence investigation on the West Plains led detectives to Kalispell, Montana, where 31-year-old Conner J. Hays was arrested and brought back to Spokane County, Spokane County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) said in a release. According to the sheriff’s office, Hays was at a

Earth Day Reminder: As wildfire risk rises in Montana, mitigation starts at home

After a dry winter and below-average snowpack, experts warn this wildfire season could be more dangerous—here’s how homeowners can prepare. Earth Day is often a time to appreciate the natural beauty of our planet. But this year, it also serves as a reminder of how vulnerable those

Rider killed, another injured in Polson-area crash

Rider killed, another injured in Polson-area crash

POLSON, Mont. — A 58-year-old man is dead after a motorcycle crash south of Polson Saturday night. The crash happened around 8:59 p.m. April 18 on Montana Highway 35 near mile marker 16 in Lake County, according to the Montana Highway Patrol. Troopers say two motorcycles were

Flathead County authorities clear suspicious device report following shelter-in-place

Flathead County authorities clear suspicious device report following shelter-in-place

UPDATE: April 18, 2026 at 9:04 p.m. According to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement transported the device to the Ferndale Fire Department. Authorities determined that the device did not contain any dangerous material, and ensured there was no threat to the public. The scene

Flathead County sells half of new jail bonds in 10 minutes

KALISPELL, MT — Flathead County raised $95 million through a bond sale to help build a new jail and replace its overcrowded current facility. The county issued the bonds at $5,000 each. Voters approved the sale in November. Municipal bonds like these are debt sold by a local government to

Missing 14-year-old last seen on Blackfeet Reservation, police ask for help

Missing 14-year-old last seen on Blackfeet Reservation, police ask for help

BROWNING, Mont. — A 14-year-old boy is reported missing, prompting Blackfeet Law Enforcement Services to ask for help finding him. The agency identified the teen as Kallen James Ground, who also goes by Bands. Blackfeet Law Enforcement Services reported the last date of contact was April 9, 2026. He’

Lincoln County chase ends on Kootenai River bridge

LINCOLN COUNTY, Mont. — The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) reported a car chase in Lincoln County which ended after deputies responded after 1:00 p.m. on Mar. 9, 2026, to a call about a driver experiencing a mental health crisis. A deputy tried to stop the driver,