Charlie Klepps

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Reporter at KTVQ-TV (Billings, MT)

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Montana highway worker calls for safe driving following close call on I-94

2 weeks ago | ktvq.com | Charlie Klepps

POMPEYS PILLAR — A Montana Department of Transportation employee is calling for cautious driving following a frightening close call that happened to him last week. The incident happened on Interstate 94 near Pompeys Pillar when Motor Carrier Services Patrol Officer Justin Moran pulled off the road to help a woman who had lost control of her vehicle and slid off the highway. As Moran approached the vehicle, another car lost control, sliding by Moran within 15 feet before crashing into a sign.
Billings Asian market faces uncertainties amid Trump's tariff push

2 weeks ago | ktvq.com | Charlie Klepps

BILLINGS — As President Trump's tariff push continues, grocers such as Isabela Asian Market on 24th Street West are preparing for uncertain times. The store, which has been open for about five years, was created by Filipino native Mercy Vannett. She said it was hard to live in a new country, far from her favorite foods. Watch the video here: Billings Asian market faces uncertainties amidst Trump's tariff push "It was so hard for me when I came here," Vannett said.
Annual Billings police report shows increase in assault of police officers

2 weeks ago | kbzk.com | Charlie Klepps

BILLINGS — On Tuesday, Billings Police Chief Rich St. John presented the department's annual report from 2024, highlighting both progress and concerns about local violent crime.
Annual Billings police report shows increase in assault of police officers

2 weeks ago | ktvq.com | Charlie Klepps

BILLINGS — On Tuesday, Billings Police Chief Rich St. John presented the department's annual report from 2024, highlighting both progress and concerns about local violent crime.
Montana family mourns death of 18-year-old son

2 weeks ago | kbzk.com | Charlie Klepps

BROADUS — A Broadus family is reeling from the tragic death of their 18-year-old son Riggin Cole Schaffer. Schaffer was struck and killed by a vehicle near Laramie, Wyoming while trying to help his friend who had been involved in a one-vehicle crash. Local authorities said he died immediately. Watch video here: Broadus family mourns death of 18-year-old son His parents Bram and Stephanie Shaffer are struggling to come to terms with the loss of their son.
Billings siblings excel in statewide basketball dribbling competition

2 weeks ago | ktvq.com | Charlie Klepps

BILLINGS — A pair of Billings siblings are celebrating after excelling in a statewide, two-month long basketball dribbling competition. Easton, 12, and Hadley Hill, 10, were among the 54 participants from around the state in the competition, with Hadley finishing second in her age group. Both dribbled for longer than 1,000 minutes.
Broadus family mourns death of 18-year-old son

2 weeks ago | ktvq.com | Charlie Klepps

BROADUS — A Broadus family is reeling from the tragic death of their 18-year-old son Riggin Cole Schaffer. Schaffer was struck and killed by a vehicle near Laramie, Wyoming while trying to help his friend who had been involved in a one-vehicle crash. Local authorities said he died immediately. Watch video here: Broadus family mourns death of 18-year-old son His parents Bram and Stephanie Shaffer are struggling to come to terms with the loss of their son.
'Very humbling': Seven Billings teachers recognized during 40th Golden Apple Awards

3 weeks ago | ktvq.com | Charlie Klepps

BILLINGS — Every year, seven teachers in the Billings School District are recognized with the prestigious Golden Apple Award, honoring their dedication to education and their students. This year marked the 40th anniversary of the awards, and seven teachers were surprised with the awards during assemblies at their schools on Thursday.
Former Montana college baseball coach designs new ‘torpedo’ bat

3 weeks ago | ktvq.com | Charlie Klepps

BILLINGS – For decades, baseball’s most famous struggle has remained unchanged: Batters facing down fast-moving pitchers, trying to make solid contact with the ball. But a new innovation in bat design is changing the game so far this Major League Baseball season, providing offensive players with an edge in an increasingly difficult sport.
Cody remembers longtime Sen. Alan Simpson with funeral service and procession

3 weeks ago | ktvq.com | Charlie Klepps

CODY — The funeral service for longtime U.S. Sen. Alan Simpson was held in Cody Monday morning, giving the community the opportunity to mourn his death. Simpson, a lifelong advocate for the state of Wyoming, died a few weeks ago at the age of 93. Watch the video here: Cody community remembers longtime Sen. Alan Simpson with funeral service and procession On Monday, friends and family from all around the country gathered to pay their respects.