Wildlife & Habitat: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is urging people to secure attractants as a poor huckleberry crop pushes bears into neighborhoods and increases bear conflicts, with specialists warning garbage, bird feeders, and fruit trees can turn into easy meals. Road Safety for Wildlife: A new Montana Wildlife and Transportation Partnership tool maps animal-vehicle collision hotspots, aiming to guide long-term fixes on roads where Montana sees thousands of wildlife crashes each year. Invasive Species Prevention: Watercraft inspectors are being recognized for stopping aquatic invasive species spread; so far this year, more than 60,000 boats have been checked and dozens were found fouled with mussels. Bison on the Legal Front: American Prairie has moved a bison grazing dispute into federal court after BLM revoked permits, while Western Watersheds Project also plans to challenge the decision. Public Lands & Policy: A federal court refused to pause a Yellowstone bison lawsuit, keeping pressure on the government to use the best available science. Local Governance & Development: In Yellowstone County, a data center voter-approval petition deadline was changed, and Butte-Silver Bow data center initiative signature efforts continue as officials weigh possible legal challenges. Energy & Permitting: DEQ withdrew a waiver for the Bridger Pipeline Expansion, adding friction to a major eastern Montana pipeline proposal. Community & Safety: Montana DOJ warns Spokane wildfire relief fundraising is being targeted by scams, urging people to verify charities before donating. Wildlife Management Debate: Montana’s wolf numbers and management remain in the spotlight as new estimates and hunting/trapping discussions draw attention.