The 65th Montana Legislature is officially underway after swearing-in ceremonies took place on Monday. Republicans hold strong majorities in both houses.
Homeland security officials say Montanans will not be allowed to use their drivers licenses for identification because the state has not complied with the Real ID act.
Now that the general rifle hunting season is underway, Montana's Insurance Commissioner is warning drivers to be on the lookout for deer and sometimes elk on the highways.
An hour before sunrise on Saturday, thousands of hunters will be looking for deer and elk throughout Montana, as the general rifle season gets underway.
The calendar has turned to September, and so hunting seasons are underway in Montana.
Education coordinator Vivaca Crowser said archery season began with the start of the Labor Day weekend.