KTVQ News
MTN Noon News with Mark Martin 6-19-26
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- MTN Noon News with Mark Martin 6-19-26
- Runtime
- 11:24
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Billings Heights Water District approves a 24% water rate increase starting July 1, with another 18% hike planned next year. Chris Vogley has been appointed mayor of Laurel to serve through the rest of 2027 amid controversy over a mental health facility.
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- Q2 Billings Area Weather: A Dry Friday, But a Wet Weekend
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- 1:29
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- The Billings area will have a dry Friday with temperatures in the low to mid-70s before thunderstorms and heavy rain possible this weekend, especially in the southeast corner of Montana.
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- Out and About in Billings 6-19-26
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- 3:02
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Billings welcomes a busy weekend with the Yellowstone Valley Kennel Club dog show at the Metra, the Heart and Soul Race on Saturday, and Fishing with Dad event at Scheels for Father's Day.
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- Q2 Montana This Morning with Jill Valley 6-19-26
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- 10:44
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Water bills in Billings Heights will rise by 24% starting July 1, with another 18% increase next year amid rising city water costs. A hit-and-run driver smashed through the front window of Billings' Allies in Aging senior center, causing damage but no injuries.
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- MTN 10 O'clock News on Q2 with Russ Riesinger 6-18-26
- Runtime
- 10:54
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Laurel City Council interviews mayoral candidates following recall amid controversy over a forensic mental health facility site near the city. Billings Heights Water District announces a 24% water rate increase starting July 1, affecting residents and businesses alike.
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- Laurel City Council Selects Kris Vogele as Mayor
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Laurel City Council appointed Kris Vogele as the new mayor, who will serve through the end of 2027 after a public interview process with three candidates.
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- Custer County Commissioners Weigh In On Proposed Lawsuit Over Montana Forensic Mental Hospital
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
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- MTN 5:30 News on Q2 with Russ Riesinger 6-18-26
- Runtime
- 10:53
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Billings Heights Water District has approved a 24% water rate increase starting July 1, with an expected additional 18% hike next year due to rising bulk water costs from the city. Residents and businesses express concern over the financial impact.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Broadview Resident Proposes Putting Data Center Approval to Voters
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- 2:11
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A Broadview resident is petitioning for a ballot measure that would require community approval of proposed data centers, including a 5,000-acre project by Quantico near Broadview.
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- MTN 4:30 News with Russ Riesinger 6-18-26
- Runtime
- 10:14
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Billings Heights Water District has approved a 24% water rate increase effective July 1, with an 18% hike planned next year, resulting in a 42% rise over two years affecting residents and businesses.
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- 'Getting Out of Hand': Billings Heights Ratepayers Upset at Proposed Water Rate Increases
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Billings Heights Water District board approved a 24% water rate increase starting July 1, with an 18% hike planned next year, totaling a 42% rise over two years. Residents and businesses express frustration over increases driven by city contract costs tied to the West End Water Treatment Plant.
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- Hit-And-Run Crashes Into Allies in Aging in Billings
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A hit-and-run crashed into the Allies and Aging center in Billings after lunch, shattering windows but causing no injuries as seniors had left earlier.
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- Forecast Thu Evening Jun 18, 2026
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- 1:10
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Weekend storms will bring pockets of heavy rain, posing a risk of localized flooding and ponding in some areas. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue through the coming week with an unsettled weather pattern.
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- Billings Father Gets Green Light For Daughter's Memorial in Swords Park
- Runtime
- 2:17
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- After fighting for months, a Billings father wins city approval to place a permanent memorial for his daughter at Swords Park near the site where she died in a drunk driving crash.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN Noon News with Mark Martin 6-18-26
- Runtime
- 11:31
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The state finalized the purchase of 114 acres near Laurel for a $26.5 million mental health facility despite strong community opposition and legal challenges.
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- Q2 Billings Area Weather: Showers Mainly To The North And East on Thursday
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Showers and thunderstorms are expected mainly north and east of Yellowstone County on Thursday with a 20% chance in Billings itself. Seasonal temperatures will persist through the weekend with improved weather conditions expected.
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- Q2 Montana This Morning with Jill Valley 6-18-26
- Runtime
- 8:44
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Billings fiber optic contractors respond to homeowner complaints and repair sprinkler damage caused during installation.
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- MTN 10 o'clock News on Q2 with Andrea Lutz 6-17-26
- Runtime
- 11:49
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The state finalized the purchase of 114 acres near Laurel for a new $26.5 million forensic mental health hospital despite strong local opposition. Governor Gianforte addressed citizen concerns during a visit to Billings, emphasizing the need to proceed.
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- One-Word Response From Gianforte Fuels Laurel Opposition To Forensic Facility
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Residents in Laurel continue to oppose the state's $26.5 million forensic health facility project despite Governor Gianforte's brief dismissal of concerns.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN 5:30 News on Q2 with Andrea Lutz 6-17-26
- Runtime
- 13:39
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Governor Greg Gianforte met with South Korean energy companies in Billings to discuss expanding coal exports amid ongoing market challenges and federal support.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Montana Ag Network: Montana Ranch Revives Historic Sheep Wagons Into Camping Experience
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A Montana ranch restored vintage sheep wagons to offer guests an authentic 1800s camping experience with horseback rides and outdoor dinners.
For more coverage of Billings and Montana, http://www.ktvq.com
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- Billings Inspector Responds After Fiber Company Damages Yard
- Runtime
- 2:19
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Billings City Engineering Inspector Trenton Bailey responds after a fiber optic company's contractor damaged a resident's sprinkler system and yard.
For more coverage in Billings and Montana, visit https://www.ktvq.com/
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- South Korean Companies Look For More Coal From Montana
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- South Korean energy companies met with Montana officials to discuss expanding coal exports, highlighting Montana's low-sulfur, high-energy coal demand.
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- MTN 4:30 News with Andrea Lutz 6-17-26
- Runtime
- 9:47
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Many Billings parents face high summer camp costs, spending up to $2,000 per child, while a local church offers free multi-sport camps to help families. Despite community concerns and a recalled mayor, the state continues plans for a new forensic mental health facility in Laurel.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Forecast Wednesday Evening Jun 17, 2026
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- 1:20
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Showers and thunderstorms will continue Wednesday evening with disturbances keeping chances through Thursday, followed by dry weather Friday and potential weekend storms.
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- Billings Summer Camp Introduces Teens To Medical Field, Amid Healthcare Shortage
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- A summer camp at MSUB in Billings teaches Montana high school students hands-on medical skills to inspire healthcare careers amid a worker shortage.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
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- As Camp Costs Rise in Montana, One Group Offers Free Summer Programs
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- As camp costs rise in Montana, one group offers free summer programs
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- MTN Noon News with Mark Martin 6-17-26
- Runtime
- 10:35
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- MTN Noon News with Mark Martin 6-17-26
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- Q2 Billings Area Weather: Windy And Cooler on Wednesday
- Runtime
- 1:29
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Strong winds with gusts up to 50 mph expected east of the Big Horns Wednesday, with cooler temperatures ranging from the 60s to 70s in the Billings area.
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- Q2 Montana This Morning with Jill Valley 6-17-26
- Runtime
- 7:21
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Billings Logan International Airport is set for a $25 million renovation including expanded ticket counters and a proposal for an independent airport authority to manage operations. Montana coffee fans anticipate the potential opening of Dutch Bros Coffee in Billings while the community commemorates Northern Cheyenne heritage with a horseback ride marking a historic battle's 150th anniversary. Windy and cooler weather affects Montana as Billings Logan Airport plans renovations and the city council considers creating an independent airport authority.
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- Custer County Commissioners Vote No To Joining Lawsuit Against State
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Custer County Commissioners decided not to join a lawsuit against the state concerning the selection of a site for a forensic mental health facility in Miles City.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
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- MTN 10 o'clock News on Q2 with Russ Riesinger 6-16-26
- Runtime
- 12:28
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Montana's Board of Investments has purchased 114 acres near Laurel for a new state forensic mental health hospital, despite local opposition and legal challenges. A final environmental assessment supports the project, citing public health needs and legislative investment.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Montana Board of Investments Closes Deal on Laurel Land For Proposed Forensic Mental Health Facility
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The Montana Board of Investments has purchased 114 acres outside Laurel for a new state forensic mental health facility with 32 to 64 beds. Local officials are holding public hearings on zoning changes required for the project as discussions continue about the facility's location.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN 5:30 News on Q2 with Andrea Lutz 6-16-26
- Runtime
- 9:24
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Billings Logan International Airport will undergo a $25 million renovation including more ticket counters and may shift to an independent authority for management. Montana officials have purchased land in Laurel for a new forensic mental health facility, with rezoning efforts expected to begin soon.a
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Dutch Bros Exploring New Billings Location After Rimrock Mall Plans Stall
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Dutch Bros Coffee has initiated plans to redevelop the former Tippcow property in Billings Heights after earlier Rimrock Mall plans stalled, though no formal application has yet been filed.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN 4:30 News with Russ Riesinger 6-16-26
- Runtime
- 7:26
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Billings Logan International Airport will undergo a $25 million renovation including more ticket counters and lobby space, funded by airport revenues.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Billings Veteran Turns Baking Passion Into Gourmet Dog Treat Business
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- A Billings Army veteran started a business baking healthy gourmet dog treats with natural ingredients to improve pets' health.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Dutch Bros Coffee Makes Move To Take Over Old Tippy Cow Spot in Billings Heights
- Runtime
- 0:46
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
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- Billings Weighing Whether to Add Nurse Navigators To Improve Emergency Response
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
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- MTN Noon News with Mark Martin 6-16-26
- Runtime
- 10:48
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Park County Deputy Jeff Jackson faces charges including family member assault and unlawful restraint after an off-duty incident in Livingston.
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- Q2 Billings Area Weather: Much Warmer And Windy on Tuesday
- Runtime
- 1:30
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Temperatures will rise into the mid to upper 80s and low 90s with windy conditions across the Billings area on Tuesday, including a lake wind advisory for Peck Lake.
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- Q2 Montana This Morning with Jill Valley 6-16-26
- Runtime
- 9:55
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Billings residents are experiencing damage and outages due to fiber optic cable installations, prompting safety and repair concerns.
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- Billings to Use Nurse Navigation to Enhance EMS Efficiency
- Runtime
- 2:04
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Billings is integrating a nurse navigation system to better triage EMS calls and optimize emergency response resources. This system could save the city an estimated $1 million annually by reducing unnecessary emergency dispatches.
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- Strong Winds and Possible Thunderstorms Tomorrow in Montana
- Runtime
- 1:20
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Tonight will be mostly clear with temperatures in the 40s and 50s. Tomorrow brings strong winds up to 50 mph west of Billings and a chance of thunderstorms with hail and gusty winds in northeastern Montana.
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- MTN 10 o'clock News on Q2 with Russ Riesinger 6-15-26
- Runtime
- 14:02
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Montana primary results are setting up November races across the state, with nominees emerging in key U.S. House and Senate contests from both parties.
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- Julia Louis Dreyfest Returns Bringing Punk Bands to Downtown Billings
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Julia Louis Dreyfest is back in downtown Billings for its 12th year, featuring punk rock bands from Seattle, Denver, Wyoming and more, celebrating creativity and community.
For more coverage of Billings and Montana, http://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN 5:30 News on Q2 with Andrea Lutz 6-15-26
- Runtime
- 10:43
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- A four-vehicle crash near King Avenue and Overlin in Billings caused hours of traffic gridlock and sent two people to the hospital with serious injuries.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Park County Deputy Jeff Jackson Charged with Assault and Unlawful Restraint
- Runtime
- 0:38
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Park County Deputy Jeff Jackson faces charges of family member assault, unlawful restraint, and custodial interference after an off-duty incident in Livingston.
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- Billings Residents Report Damage From Fiber Optic Installations
- Runtime
- 2:20
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Billings residents report damage to yards and utility lines caused by fiber optic cable installations, including exposed cables and broken sprinkler lines.
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- Plague Suspected in Die Off of Montana Prairie Dogs, and Experts Say It's More Common Than You Think
- Runtime
- 0:59
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
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