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Montana Morning State News Headlines for Thursday, December 12
There is a Winter Weather Advisory for western Montana highways due to snow and freezing rain. Commuters are advised to slow down due to icy conditions.
Accused double murderer Jonathan Whitworth appeared in Missoula District Court on Wednesday where his attorney's told the judge they plan to ask for a change of venue.
One more of the five finalists to be the new Missoula Chief of Police appeared before city officials and the public on Wednesday. He is Jaeson White, who spent most of his law enforcement career with the California Highway Patrol.
There is an 80 percent chance of snow and freezing rain for the morning commute today, with highs near 40.
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