AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCanyon Creek Memory Care Trial: A federal trial in Billings opened Monday as families allege residents at Canyon Creek were left without adequate care during a 2020 COVID outbreak, including claims of dehydration, bedsores, and understaffing. Public Safety: A 13-year-old injured on a Butte carnival ride June 7 has died from complications, and the ride remains closed while investigators review the incident. Local Crime: In Anaconda, court records say a suspect charged with deliberate homicide shot bar owner Shane Charles at Carmel’s Sports Bar & Grill; he remains jailed on a $1 million bond. Health & Community: Helena-area advocates are pushing for a $2-per-pack tobacco tax increase in the 2027 Legislature, citing a new poll showing majority support. Energy & Growth Debate: Montana’s Public Service Commission data-center tariff case is drawing pushback from seniors, cities, and watchdog groups worried about “large new loads” raising costs. Wildfire Watch: NOAA’s outlook suggests Montana may avoid the hottest extremes, but officials warn conditions could still be dangerous as wildfire risk ramps up.
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