Montana Refugee Debate Goes National – State Headlines
Former Presidential candidate and Texas Governor Ricky Perry mentioned Montana in the national debate of resettling Syrian refugees on Fox News.
Gun control debate arises after Orlando terrorist massacre. Heidi Kendall says more stringent background checks are needed, while Gary Marbut said Orlando shooter passed background checks to purchase his weapons.
Missoula police looking for parking meter thief.
60 percent chance of rain in western Montana today, highs in the low 60's.
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