KTVQ News
Q2 Top Headlines for 6-5-26
- Title
- Q2 Top Headlines for 6-5-26
- Runtime
- 1:29
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Q2 Top Headlines for 6-5-26
President Trump backs acting Attorney General Todd Blanch amid bipartisan concerns over a $1.8 billion fund, while lawmakers question intelligence pick Bill Py's qualifications. The broadcast also covers a screwworm parasite has been found in a Texas calf for the first time in a decade, raising fears of rising beef prices and impacting Montana's cattle industry.
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- Trump Backs Blanche for AG Despite Bipartisan Opposition
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- President Trump supports nominating Todd Blanch as Attorney General despite bipartisan criticism over the DOJ's $1.8 billion fund to compensate those who claim unfair federal prosecution.
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- Q2 Montana This Morning with Hailey Monaco 6-5-26
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- 11:26
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Q2 Montana This Morning with Hailey Monaco 6-5-26
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. A fatal crash at 36th Street West and Monad Road in Billings led to the death of 67-year-old Denette Jane Hill and renewed safety concerns about the busy intersection. Billings officials introduce a new crash tracking dashboard to identify dangerous intersections following a fatal collision at South 36th Street West and Monad Road.
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- MTN 10 O'Clock News on Q2 With Russ Riesinger 6-4-26
- Runtime
- 12:10
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- MTN 10 O'Clock News on Q2 With Russ Riesinger 6-4-26
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- MTN 5:30pm News on Q2 With Russ Riesinger and Andrea Lutz 6-4-26
- Runtime
- 12:53
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- MTN 5:30pm News on Q2 With Russ Riesinger and Andrea Lutz 6-4-26
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Planning Board Recommends Against Proposed Sheep Lot in Molt
- Runtime
- 0:32
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The Stillwater County Planning Board voted against a proposed sheep feed lot near Molt, citing resident concerns about traffic, odor, and property values. The recommendation will go to county commissioners for the final decision.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Fatal Billings West End Crash Adds To Push For More Traffic Control
- Runtime
- 2:12
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- A fatal crash at South 36th Street West and Monad Road has increased community demands for improved traffic controls in Billings.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
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- MTN 4:30 News With Andrea Lutz 6-4-26
- Runtime
- 10:53
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Billings City Council voted to end the cardboard recycling program due to costs and contamination issues, affecting many residents. A recent fatal crash at a known problem intersection in Billings has accelerated plans for safety improvements and new crash data tracking software. Montana has expanded its shared stewardship agreement with the US Forest Service to manage over 745,000 acres of forest land aimed at reducing wildfire risks and improving forest health.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Billings Montana Cuts Curbside Cardboard Recycling Over High Costs
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Billings has ended its curbside cardboard recycling program after spending over $319,000 annually on collection, citing contamination and costs. Residents are advised to break down cardboard and dispose of it with regular garbage collections.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN Noon News With Jill Valley 6-4-26
- Runtime
- 10:34
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- MTN Noon News With Jill Valley 6-4-26.
Montana's primary election results are in, setting the stage for key congressional and U.S. Senate races this November. Plus, two researchers from Rocky Mountain Laboratories face federal charges related to alleged pathogen smuggling, and a vandalized South Side mural in Billings is getting a new life through a community-driven restoration project.
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- Strong To Severe Storms Possible Thursday Afternoon | Q2 Billings Area Weather
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Strong to severe storms with damaging winds, hail, and heavy rainfall are possible Thursday afternoon in the Billings area, especially in the southeast corner of Montana. Another round of severe weather is expected Saturday and Sunday in the eastern and northeastern regions.
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- Q2 Montana This Morning With Hailey Monaco 6-4-26
- Runtime
- 12:27
- Date posted
- 21 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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- Trump and Iran Send Mixed Signals On Potential Deal
- Runtime
- 2:05
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- President Trump says a potential peace deal with Iran could come soon, while Iran's Foreign Minister says there has been no tangible progress in talks. The report also covers congressional efforts to limit presidential war powers and a renewed cease-fire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
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- Montana Primary Results Set the Stage for November Election
- Runtime
- 2:11
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Montana's primary election results are finalized, setting up key congressional and U.S. Senate contests for November. This report takes a closer look at the candidates advancing to the general election and the issues expected to shape the campaigns ahead.
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- Q2 Top Headlines for 6-4-26
- Runtime
- 1:23
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Q2 Top Headlines for 6-4-26.
Primary election results have set Montana’s general election matchups for November, shaping key congressional and Senate races across the state. The broadcast also covers major international developments and a community effort in Billings to restore a vandalized social justice mural.
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- Montana Couple Spots 73 Moose Near Burgess Junction in the Bighorn Mountains
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Kim and Randy Townson counted 73 moose on a recent trip through Park County and Sheridan County in Wyoming, along a stretch of Highway 14 Alternate near Burgess Junction in the Bighorn Mountains.
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- MTN 10 O'Clock News on Q2 With Russ Riesinger 6-3-26
- Runtime
- 12:50
- Date posted
- 21 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.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN 5:30 News on Q2 with Russ Riesinger and Andrea Lutz 6-3-26
- Runtime
- 11:52
- Date posted
- 21 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.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Billings Teen Hit by Car Trains for Marathon After Music Therapy
- Runtime
- 1:50
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- A Billings teen who was hit by a car is training for a marathon after music therapy became part of the recovery journey.
For more coverage on Billings and Montana, visit https://www.ktvq.com/
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- Vandalized Billings Mural to Get New Look With Community Partnership
- Runtime
- 2:51
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- A Billings mural defaced with hateful symbols will be redesigned through a partnership with local artist Quincy and community group Roots in Unity to promote unity and address social issues.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN 4:30 News With Andrea Lutz 6-3-26
- Runtime
- 11:01
- Date posted
- 22 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. Two researchers at Rocky Mountain Laboratory face federal charges related to smuggling monkeypox virus samples into the U.S.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN Noon News With Jill Valley 6-3-26
- Runtime
- 10:28
- Date posted
- 22 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.
MTN Noon News with Jill Valley 6-3-26
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- Q2 Billings Area Weather: A Mainly Quiet Wednesday Ahead of a Stormy Thursday
- Runtime
- 1:30
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Billings area will experience a mostly sunny and dry Wednesday with highs in the mid 70s. Storms, including a slight risk of severe weather with gusty winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes, are expected Thursday afternoon and evening, mainly east of Yellowstone.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
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- Q2 Montana This Morning with Hailey Monaco 6-3-26
- Runtime
- 13:59
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- The report covers multiple Montana primary outcomes, including Democratic and Republican candidates in congressional and U.S. Senate races.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
- Title
- Montana Primary Results Set The Stage For November
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 22 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.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
- Title
- First Look at Q2 Top Headlines 6-3-26
- Runtime
- 1:22
- Date posted
- 22 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.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
- Title
- Live interview with Democrat Brian Miller
- Runtime
- 2:35
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Democrat Brian Miller discusses healthcare, income inequality, and agriculture as central issues for Eastern Montana voters in the upcoming general election.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Yellowstone County elections office sends ballots with wrong return barcode
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Yellowstone County Elections Office sent about 2,000 ballot envelopes with the wrong return barcode, potentially delaying delivery and impacting vote counts.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
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- Primary election race: Kurt Alme is headed to an easy win in Montana GOP race
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
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- Idaho State Troopers Identify Billings Man Missing in Traffic Accident
- Runtime
- 1:58
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Idaho State Police identified Robert Giesick of Billings as missing after his pickup truck crashed into the violent Northfork Payette River near Cascade. After a 24-hour search, crews shifted to recovery efforts.
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- MTN 5:30 News on Q2 with Russ Riesinger 6-2-26
- Runtime
- 11:58
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Concern grows in Montana about proposed AI data centers with community members demanding more transparency and a say before construction begins.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Key State Official Gets Earful at Billings Meeting Over Proposed State Mental Hospital
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Opponents of the proposed 62-bed forensic mental health facility near Laurel speak out at a Billings public hearing about concerns including its proximity to schools.
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- Evening Forecast for June 2, 2026: Showers and Thunderstorms Expected
- Runtime
- 1:17
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Showers and thunderstorms will move in and out throughout the week, with some strong storms possible in southern areas tonight and again Thursday near Billings.
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- MTN 4:30 News with Andrea Lutz 6-2-26
- Runtime
- 9:34
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- The report covers multiple Montana primary outcomes, including Democratic and Republican candidates in congressional and U.S. Senate races. A barcode error on mail ballot envelopes caused delays and misdirected votes in Yellowstone County, with similar issues in Gallatin County. Officials clarify the impact and how voters can verify their ballots. A Billings man is missing after his pickup crashed into Idaho's Payet River and he was swept away by the current; rescue crews continue searching after recovering the truck.
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- Broadview Woman Seeking Signatures to Fight Proposed Data Center
- Runtime
- 2:15
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- A Broadview woman petitioned Stillwater County Commissioners with more than 170 signatures seeking transparency on proposed AI data centers near her community.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://ktvq.com
- Title
- Harper's Story: IVF Baby Diagnosed With Spina Bifida at 13 weeks Defies The Odds
- Runtime
- 1:40
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Harper was diagnosed with spina bifida at 13 weeks, but groundbreaking fetal surgery and expert care gave her a fighting chance.
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- Primary night: An unusually cordial congressional race for Democrats in Eastern Montana
- Runtime
- 0:47
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
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- MTN Noon News with Jill Valley 6-2-26
- Runtime
- 9:46
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Montana election offices remain open through 8PM Tuesday for late voter registration and voting after a judge blocks law shortening registration. 513,000 absentee ballots issued and about 25% of voters have already cast ballots. A 65-year-old woman was arrested and charged with negligent homicide in the February death of William Jorgenson near Pray, Montana following a vehicular incident and verbal altercation. Gas prices in Billings are over $4 a gallon on average with variation across the city; experts link increases partially to ongoing international tensions near Iran. Two small-town golfers captured state titles at Montana's Class C golf tournament, marking significant achievements in local sports history.
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- Billings Man Reported Missing After Crash Into Idaho's Payette River
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- A vehicle driven by a 40-year-old Billings man went into Idaho's Payette River after colliding with another car on Highway 55 Sunday, prompting ongoing search efforts.
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- Q2 Billings Area Weather: Severe Storms Possible in The East on Tuesday
- Runtime
- 1:29
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Severe storms are possible in the eastern Billings area Tuesday as clouds and instability increase through the day, with threats including gusty winds, hail, and heavy rainfall. The weather risk is shifting eastward after storm activity in the region yesterday.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- First Look at Q2 Top Headlines 6-2-26
- Runtime
- 1:16
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Montana election offices will remain open until 8PM Following a last-minute court ruling, allowing more voters to register and vote during the primary election. More than 790,000 Montanans are registered, with over 200,000 absentee ballots returned.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- Justice Department Halts Trump's $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- The Justice Department is stopping work on the $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund to comply with a judge's temporary block following legal challenges and bipartisan backlash.
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- MTN 10 o'clock News on Q2 with Russ Riesinger 6-1-26
- Runtime
- 9:45
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Gas prices in Billings remain high due to ongoing tensions with Iran, affecting drivers and local businesses.
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- Gas Prices Push Billings Drivers To Rethink How They Fill Up And What They Drive
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Gasoline prices in Billings are pushing drivers to consider smaller vehicles and affect how often they fill up, while some businesses prioritize convenience over cost.
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- Forecast Monday Evening Jun 1, 2026
- Runtime
- 1:20
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- A low-pressure system over Canada brings rain showers and thunderstorms to northern and southeastern Montana, including Billings, through midweek. Thursday could see stronger storms east and south of Billings, while scattered showers continue into the weekend with warmer than average temperatures.
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- New Restaurant Spices Up Downtown Billings With Nepalese and Indian Cuisine
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Curry Bar & Grill has opened in downtown Billings, offering Nepalese and Indian cuisine with dishes like butter chicken and fresh naan baked in a tandoor oven.
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- Stacked Restaurant To Close in Downtown Billings
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Stacked a Montana Grill in downtown Billings announced it will close after June 6, citing financial and health reasons. The restaurant plans to continue catering and aims to relaunch its food truck.
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- MTN 5:30 News on Q2 with Russ Riesinger and Andrea Lutz 6-1-26
- Runtime
- 8:34
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- A suspect has been arrested in the February death of William Jorgenson near Pray; the case involves charges of negligent homicide and leaving the scene of an accident. Curry Bar and Grill brings authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine to downtown Billings, opening in the former Bin 119 location. Montana's primary election day is tomorrow with about 200,000 voters already having cast their ballots; voter registration was extended due to a judge's order.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN 4:30 News with Andrea Lutz 6-1-26
- Runtime
- 10:40
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Downtown Billings welcomes Curry Bar and Grill, offering authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine in the former Bin 119 location on North Broadway. A black bear was caught rummaging through trash on the University of Montana campus, prompting a campus-wide alert and safety reminders. Montana reflects on the legacy of Jeannette Rankin, the first woman elected to the US Congress, highlighting her historic impact and ongoing inspiration.
More coverage of Billings and Montana: https://www.ktvq.com
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- MTN Noon News with Jill Valley 6-1-26
- Runtime
- 9:34
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Park County deputies arrested Ann Brooks for negligent homicide in the February death of William Georgeson near Pray. Billings updates its vision statement, removing 'Magic City' to reflect growth and future goals amid mixed public reactions.
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