Q2 Top Stories and Weather for Tuesday, March 3Political experts weigh the impact of Zinke's announced retirement Political experts weigh the impacts of Zinke's announced retirementBILLINGS - A scramble for Montana's western con gressional seat is now underway after incumbent Rep. Ryan Zinke announced he would not be running for another term due to health concerns.Zinke has served the district since 2023 and appeared to be the heavy favorite to be re-elected.Now, it's created an unlikely competition for both the Democratic and Republican parties in Montana.Read the full storyMontana authorities monitor security risks, stress awareness, after Middle East conflict Montana authorities monitor security risks, stress awareness, after Middle East conflictBILLINGS - After U.S. and Israeli strikes killed Irans Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Montana law enforcement and military officials say they are heightening vigilance and reinforcing communication with federal partners, even as they stress there is no credible threat to the state.While no specific or credible threats have been identified in Montana, local authorities say they are maintaining close coordination with federal partners and urging residents to remain alert.Read the full storyRocky Mountain College wins Frontier Conference title Rocky Mountain College wins Frontier Conference titleThe Battlin' Bears edged MSU Northern 79-77 in overtime to claim the Frontier Conference tournament title their 18th consecutive win and first conference tournament championship since 2014.Royce Robinson led Rocky Mountain College with 29 points in the victory.The Battlin' Bears will now host first and second round tournament games on March 13 and 14.Read the full storyQ2 Weather Billings Forecast Monday evening Mar 2, 2026Watch Montana This Morning Q2 Montana This Morning with Hailey Monaco 3-3-26 ...read more read less