John Riley

Helena

Digital Content Producer at KTVH-TV (Helena, MT)

Reporter from Big Sky Country. Was verified back when it meant something. https://t.co/XpjSVPokNT. Opinions are my own [email protected]

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Measles exposure event reported in Helena

1 week ago | ktvh.com | John Riley

HELENA — Lewis and Clark Public Health says there is a confirmed measles exposure case event in Helena. No confirmed cases of Lewis and Clark County Residents have been confirmed at this time. LCPH says the exposure event happened on Sunday, June 15, when a resident of another county visited Helena businesses.
Update: Air resources fighting wildfire burning south of MacDonald Pass

1 week ago | kbzk.com | Joey Biancone |John Riley

HELENA — The Lewis and Clark National Forest is reporting a wildfire burning around five miles south of MacDonald Pass in a remote area. On Sunday, air tankers could be seen making fire retardant drops around the fire's perimeter. (Watch air crews take on the Jericho Mountain Fire) Air crews take on the Jericho Mountain Fire The Jericho Mountain Fire was first reported Sunday morning, June 15, and had grown to an estimated 30 acres by the afternoon.
Wildfire burning south of Macdonald Pass

1 week ago | ktvq.com | Joey Biancone |John Riley

HELENA — The Lewis and Clark National Forest is reporting a wildfire burning around five miles south of MacDonald Pass in a remote area. On Sunday, air tankers could be seen making fire retardant drops around the fire's perimeter. (Watch air crews take on the Jericho Mountain Fire) Air crews take on the Jericho Mountain Fire The Jericho Mountain Fire was first reported Sunday morning, June 15, and had grown to an estimated 30 acres by the afternoon.
Wildfire burning south of Macdonald Pass

1 week ago | krtv.com | John Riley

The Helena-Lewis & Clark National Forest is reporting a wildfire burning about five miles south of MacDonald Pass in a remote area. The Jericho Mountain Fire was reported on the morning of Sunday, June 15, 2025 and had grown to an estimated 30 acres by the afternoon. Responding agencies include the Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, the US Forest Service, Baxendale Fire Department, and Elliston Volunteer Fire Department. A type III team has been ordered.
Wildfire burning south of MacDonald Pass

1 week ago | ktvh.com | John Riley

The Lewis and Clark National Forest is reporting a wildfire burning around five miles south of MacDonald Pass in a remote area. The Jericho Mountain Fire was first reported Sunday morning, June 15, and had grown to an estimated 25 acres by the afternoon. Officials say the fire is burning in heavy, dead and downed trees and growing to the south and west. Crews are concentrating efforts on the north side of the fire to protect cabins in the area.
Montana Millionaire adds another $1M prize and more tickets

2 weeks ago | krtv.com | John Riley

HELENA — The Montana Lottery will add 120,000 more tickets and a fifth million-dollar prize for the 2025 Montana Millionaire. On Thursday, the Montana Lottery Commission approved the updated game design for the popular lottery program. For 2025, the lottery will sell 620,000 tickets, offer five $1 million grand prizes, more instant-win prizes, and a “Quarter Million Monday” drawing for $250,000 on December 1.
Montana Millionaire adds another million grand prize and additional tickets

2 weeks ago | ktvh.com | John Riley

HELENA — The Montana Lottery will add 120,000 more tickets and a fifth $1 million grand prize for the 2025 Montana Millionaire. On Thursday, the Montana Lottery Commission approved the updated game design for the popular lottery program. For 2025, the lottery will sell 620,000 tickets, offer five $1 million grand prizes, more instant-win prizes, and a “Quarter Million Monday” drawing for $250,000 on Dec. 1. Tickets will still cost $20.
Montanans are asked to look out for harmful algal blooms

2 weeks ago | krtv.com | John Riley

HELENA — People are asked to be on the lookout for harmful algal blooms (HABs) that can occur on Montana’s lakes and reservoirs. The Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services (DPHHS) said in a news release that the blooms can release toxins that can harm human and animal health. HABs can occur when certain conditions (such as nutrient pollution, sunlight and temperature) cause a rapid overgrowth of blue-green algae, also called cyanobacteria.
Montanans are asked to look out for harmful algal blooms

2 weeks ago | ktvh.com | John Riley

HELENA — Montanans are urged to keep a lookout for harmful algal blooms as temperatures warm up in Big Sky Country. Blooms can release toxins that can be harmful to human and animal health. People are encouraged to help alert others about harmful blooms by submitting a report here. How to identify a harmful algal bloom:A coloration or scum in the water that can look like spilled paint, pea soup or grass clippings. Often blue, green or red in color.
MT Supreme Court rules three abortion laws from 2021 are unconstitutional

2 weeks ago | ktvh.com | John Riley

The Montana Supreme Court has upheld a district court decision, striking down three abortion-related laws passed by the 2021 Montana Legislature. The laws had been challenged by Planned Parenthood of Montana, which argued the three laws were a violation of the state’s right to privacy. They were on hold since 2021 after a preliminary injunction was granted in Planned Parenthood's favor.