Due to continued hot and dry conditions, as well as increased fire starts, the Deschutes National Forest said Tuesday it will include all wilderness areas under Stage 1 public use fire restrictions ...

The Chester Park, located in the heart of town, serves as a community gathering space for events throughout the year. During summer months, the park hosts a farmers market where local growers offer ...

Low stream and river flows and higher water temperatures lead to "hoot-owl" fishing restrictions, which close a stretch of a river or creek to fishing from 2 p.m. to midnight.

Drought conditions across Montana have prompted the officials to limit fishing on rivers throughout the state.

Research in recent years has identified issues affecting rivers and aquatic life in the Jefferson River Basin, including low dissolved oxygen, warm temperatures, algae blooms and nutrients.

The indictment lists murder, stalking and firearms charges against Vance Boelter. The murder counts could carry the federal ...