Four individuals have been charged with conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute controlled substances, meth and fentanyl, and possession of a firearm on the Fort Peck Reservation. Charges were field on Feb. 5. According to court documents, beginning on or about Nov. 1, 2023, and continuing until on or about Sept. 27, 2024, at or near Poplar, defendants Donald Joseph Standing Bear

Ethan Murphy, who is accused of killing a man in Wolf Point on Sept. 28, 2025, has changed his plea to guilty as part of a plea agreement in federal court. The guilty pleas are for second degree murder and use of a firearm during a crime of violence. According to court documents, by pleading guilty the defendant acknowledges that he unlawfully killed John Doe; he killed John Doe with malice

District Judge Benjamin Fosland presided over four criminal hearings in Wolf Point on Wednesday, Feb. 11. Shadey Ann Marie Wienke had her sentencing hearing for criminal possession of dangerous drugs. Roosevelt County Attorney Thomas Bleicher made the recommendation that Wienke receives a three-year Department of Corrections commitment to run concurrently with two Lewis and Clark County cases.

Gov. Greg Gianforte reminded Montana homeowners that they have until March 1 to apply for the 2026 “Homestead Reduced Rate” for property taxes on their primary home and long-term rentals. “Recognizing the burden of rising property taxes, we worked with the Legislature to deliver permanent and meaningful property tax relief,” Gianforte said in a statement. “Thanks to our reforms, 80

Dakota and Nakoda language classes and tables are being offered throughout the month of February at the Fort Peck Community College Language and Culture Department classroom in Poplar and the Wolf Point Community Hall. Language tables present an opportunity for students of the languages to mix with and learn from elders and community members in person, with an emphasis on cultural context and

A benefit for the family of Roberto Orozco-Ramirez is set for Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Froid Community Center from 4-6 p.m. A meal will be offered including smoked pulled pork and shredded beef sandwiches, with refreshments and fixings. A silent auction will be held with items and services from more than 40 local businesses and residents. Items and services include a session with April