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Early election turnout numbers released in Gallatin Co.

Early election turnout numbers released in Gallatin Co.

BOZEMAN, Mont. — Gallatin County Election Administrator Eric Semerad tells NBC Montana voter turnout was 23% as of 11 a.m. on Tuesday. But Semerad says that includes inactive voters that no longer live in the county. He says return rate is more...

Owner:  Smith Family
Unofficial election results: Dean to be Helena's next mayor; Reed, Rigby take commission seats

Unofficial election results: Dean to be Helena's next mayor; Reed, Rigby take commission seats

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Owner:  Lee Enterprises
Unofficial election results: Dean to be Helena's next mayor; Reed, Rigby take commission seats

Unofficial election results: Dean to be Helena's next mayor; Reed, Rigby take commission seats

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Owner:  Lee Enterprises
Preliminary Election results

Preliminary Election results

Editor’s note: These are preliminary results updated as of 11:11 p.m. on Nov. 4. The Daily Record will publish an updated version when the election has been canvassed. In the Nov. 4 election, San Marcos residents voted on 12 city charter...

Owner:  Jim Moser
Here are the unofficial results for the 2025 November general election in Lawrence County

Here are the unofficial results for the 2025 November general election in Lawrence County

By: WOUB News Team Posted on: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 < < Back to LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ohio (WOUB) — According to unofficial results, 28.09% of registered voters in Lawrence County cast ballots in the 2025 November general election. Voters in the...

Owner:  Ohio University
Live 2025 General Election Updates

Live 2025 General Election Updates

The University Star will provide live updates to the state, Hays County and San Marcos races as information becomes available. Results are complete but unofficial. Updated at 11:44 p.m. State Constitutional Amendment Election State of Texas...

Owner:  Texas State University
Mendoza leads for Place 1, Paselk, Gonzales currently in runoff with Montana-Escobar still close

Mendoza leads for Place 1, Paselk, Gonzales currently in runoff with Montana-Escobar still close

Early voting totals have been released and Election Day votes are starting to file in, though as of 9:30 p.m. no precincts have fully reported. One San Marcos City Council race looks to be decided while the other appears headed for a runoff. For...

Owner:  Jim Moser
We mapped five years of Montana highway crashes. Here’s what jumped out at us.

We mapped five years of Montana highway crashes. Here’s what jumped out at us.

Here for your decisions, there for accountability, everywhere for your neighbors. If this reporting helps you, give today to keep it free to read and easy to share for all. Stay up-to-date on the latest breaking news. Get MTFP's in-depth,...

Owner:  Montana Free Press (Non-profit)
Local election results: Fireworks restricted in Great Falls, Dean for Helena mayor, water initiative fails in Bozeman — and more
Othello Man Convicted on Drug and Firearm Charges in Montana Federal Court

Othello Man Convicted on Drug and Firearm Charges in Montana Federal Court

MISSOULA — An Othello man was found guilty Tuesday on all charges following a two-day federal trial in Missoula, Montana, that revealed he trafficked methamphetamine and fentanyl while armed with multiple firearms. Felipe Michael Garza, 32, was...

Owner:  Shawn Goggins
President Trump endorses Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke

President Trump endorses Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke

WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Trump took to social media to endorse Congressman Ryan Zinke (R-MT-01), calling him a "fantastic representative for the great people of Montana's 1st congressional district." "A former Secretary of the Interior in my...

Owner:  Cowles Family
Election Day 2025: What Time Do Polls Open and Close Near You? Here's Every State's Schedule
Today's Election Key for Montana Cities

Today's Election Key for Montana Cities

Turnout is expected to be somewhat light in today's "off-year" General Election. But that doesn't make the outcomes any less important. Voters in most of the major cities across the state are deciding mayoral and city council races, in contests...

Owner:  Townsquare Media
Montana reaffirms corner crossing remains unlawful despite court decision

Montana reaffirms corner crossing remains unlawful despite court decision

MISSOULA, Mont. — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reaffirmed Monday that corner-crossing remains unlawful in the state, following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision not to review a lower court ruling in Wyoming that deemed the practice legal in...

Owner:  Smith Family

"I Hope You Die": Montana Race Rattled By Latest Example Of Rage Rhetoric

Authored by Jonathan Turley, This week, I ran a column on how many on the left have discovered the joy and release of unmitigated hate speech. Democratic Helena City Commissioner candidate Haley McKnight is under fire for messages left on the...

Owner:  Ivandjiiski Family
WATCH: Election day in Western Montana

WATCH: Election day in Western Montana

MISSOULA — Tuesday is election day in Western Montana and there is still time to drop off your ballot. November 4 is a mail-in only election, meaning you cannot vote in person. However, ballots that haven't been mailed in can be dropped off in...

Owner:  The Scripps Family
Leftist Montana city commission candidate leaves threatening voicemail for Sen Sheehy hoping he gets cancer, 'dies in the street like a dog'
Prevost Named Executive Director Of Montana Farmers Union

Prevost Named Executive Director Of Montana Farmers Union

Montana Farmers Union is pleased to announce Rachel Prevost has been named its executive director. "Rachel has become an integral part of the Farmers Union family," MFU President Walter Schweitzer said. "Her dedication and creativity have been...

Owner:  Jody Wells
Montana's Health Insurance Concerns For Cancer Patients Explained

Montana's Health Insurance Concerns For Cancer Patients Explained

The following is a release from the American Cancer Society. HELENA, Mont. – October 31, 2025 – Open Enrollment for the health insurance Marketplace opens November 1st and because Congress still has not extended the enhanced premium tax credits,...

Owner:  Townsquare Media
Judge halts Montana Kootenai Forest logging project over road impact on grizzlies

Judge halts Montana Kootenai Forest logging project over road impact on grizzlies

A federal judge has halted a logging project in the Kootenai National Forest, saying the federal government failed to correctly analyze the impacts to grizzly bears. The Knotty Pine Project, a 10-year project that would have authorized 7,465 acres...

Owner:  States Newsroom Network

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