Anti-gun activists are moving forward with their efforts to block permitless carry in Montana

Anti-gun activists are moving forward with their efforts to block permitless carry in Montana. House Bill 102 was signed into law by Gov. Greg Gianforte (R-MT) earlier this year which allows Montanans to carry guns without thorough background checks or permits, including on college campuses. MEANWHILE… HELENA – A Lewis and Clark County district court … Read more

Former Red Roof Cafe Owner sentenced in 2018 arson fire

Former Red Roof Cafe Owner Maureen Therese Doubek, 60, of Helena, was sentenced to two weeks in jail for her role in the 2018 arson fire that destroyed the local business. Judge Christopher Abbott on Thursday ordered Doubek to serve two consecutive weeks in the county jail, to be completed within one year. -0-

Missing Person advisory cancelled for elderly Helena woman

The Lewis and Clark County Sheriff’s Office canceled a Missing and Endangered Person advisory on Monday for Star Streets, 64, saying she has been found. “Star was located and is safe,” sheriff’s officials said about 3 p.m., thanking the public for its assistance. She was last seen at 5:30 a.m. Sunday evening, in her van. … Read more

Bear attack in Yellowstone National Park injures hiker

HELENA, Mont. – A hiker was attacked by a bear in Yellowstone National Park Friday morning. Officials say the incident marks the first time a person was injured by a bear inside the park this year. A bear fatally attacked a man just outside the park in April. The 39-year-old man injured Friday was hiking … Read more