News Now
Stay informed with the Daily Inter Lake's News Now podcast—your source for the latest headlines and breaking news from Flathead Valley and Northwest Montana. From boots on the ground interviews to local events, we keep you connected to the heart of your community. Brought to you by Northwest Montana’s longest-running daily newspaper: dailyinterlake.com.
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265 episodes
PFAS testing results, Glacier wrestling lawsuit & campaign to remove Kalispell mayor
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman covers the biggest headlines shaping northwest Montana — from new environmental findings in Flathead waters to major legal battles and political controversy in Kalispell.New ...
Youth Voices in the Sheriff Race: DUI, Response Times, Mental Health & Community Trust
Students from Bigfork High School take the lead in this special bonus episode, asking direct questions to Flathead County sheriff candidates Brian Heino and Evie Cahalen ahead of the June 2 Republican primary.Representing teen voices ac...
Election 2026: Meet Incumbent Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino
Incumbent Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino sits down with reporter Taylor Inman to discuss his bid for a third term, outlining his approach to public safety, staffing shortages, deputy training, and mental health response in the Flathead Val...
Election 2026: Meet Flathead County Sherriff Candidate Evie Cahalen
Marion resident Evie Cahalen joins reporter Taylor Inman to discuss her campaign to unseat incumbent Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino in the upcoming June 2 Republican primary. Drawing on decades of law enforcement experience, Cahalen outlin...
Whitefish Assault Case, Glacier Court Ruling, Lakeside Debate & Kalispell Parking Changes
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman covers the biggest headlines across northwest Montana - starting with a Whitefish woman who is facing multiple charges after allegedly attacking her husband and adult children i...
Northwest Montana Events Guide for May: Whitefish Restaurant Week, Fish Fest, Live Music & More!
May in Northwest Montana is packed with can’t-miss events—and this episode of News Now’s Local Events guide has everything you need to plan your month. From the return of Whitefish Restaurant Week and Fish Fest to live music, theater, festivals...
Glacier River Plan Debate, Whitefish Lawsuit & Tumbleweed Crisis
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest headlines across northwest Montana - from public land debates and legal developments to environmental challenges and major event announcements.The Fla...
Glacier Park Openings, $1.3M Fraud Case, Land Deal & Wildlife Stories
This week on News Now, reporter Taylor Inman is covering the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana - from Glacier National Park openings and major conservation efforts to a complex fraud case and community development projects.Glaci...
Montana Crash Case, Kalispell Vote Drama, NASA Moon Mission & Local Grants
This week on News Now from the Daily Inter Lake, reporter Taylor Inman is covering the biggest stories across northwest Montana—from a devastating crash case and political controversy to a historic NASA mission with local roots.A Flathe...
Montana Crime, Forest Service Lawsuit & Major Development Plans
This week on News Now from the Daily Inter Lake, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest headlines shaping northwest Montana—from a troubling criminal case returning to court, to a brewing legal battle over a major U.S. Forest Service pro...
Northwest Montana Events Guide: April's Concerts, Theater, Festivals & Local Happenings
Spring has arrived in Northwest Montana and with it comes a packed calendar of can’t-miss events across the Flathead Valley. From live music and theater performances to film festivals, cultural showcases, and community fundraisers, this Local E...
Montana Windstorm Aftermath, Kalispell Mall Transformation & Life-Saving Heroes
A devastating winter windstorm left a lasting mark across Northwest Montana — and now the full impact is coming into focus. In this episode of News Now, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down the massive trail damage stretching from Libby to the Fla...
Glacier Oil Well Sealed After 125 Years, Kalispell Levy Vote, Deadly Backcountry Flying Risks
This week on News Now, reporter Taylor Inman begins inside Glacier National Park, where crews are preparing to seal Montana’s first oil well - more than 125 years after it was drilled near Kintla Lake. The historic project will impact campgroun...
Kalispell Apartment Fire, Massive Windstorm Outages & Ronan Court Case
Host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories impacting communities across the Flathead Valley and Northwest Montana. Firefighters quickly extinguished a blaze at the Courtyard Apartments near Kalispell’s Airport Road, preventing serious in...
Hungry Horse Homicide Investigation, Spar Lake Drowning, Conservation Funding Debate
Host Taylor Inman presents a detailed overview of the most significant headlines impacting Northwest Montana this week. The episode begins with a report on an ongoing investigation by the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office into an alleged deliber...
"Cocaine Fairy" Plea, Montana Exile, Avalanche Alerts & Election Showdowns
Northwest Montana’s wildest headlines are front and center this week on News Now with your host Taylor Inman. We lead with the conclusion of a massive Flathead Valley crime spree as Michael Ray Downing, the man infamously dubbed the "Cocaine Fa...
St. Patty’s, Rockhounds, & Blues: Your Ultimate March Guide to the Flathead!
Wondering how to fill your March dance card in Montana? Whether you are wishing for an early spring or praying for one last dump of snow, the Daily Inter Lake’s Local Events Podcast is here to help you navigate a wildcard month of festivals and...
Glacier National Park Access Updates, 2026 Economic Forecast & BNSF Lawsuit Verdict
Host Taylor Inman details the major shifts coming to Northwest Montana this year, starting with a significant overhaul of visitor access in Glacier National Park. As the park officially ends its vehicle reservation system, officials are introdu...
Olympic Results, New River Rules, MT Protests & Arena Sale
This week on News Now, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down six of the Flathead Valley’s biggest and most talked-about stories, from the world stage in Italy to the banks of the Flathead River. We celebrate Libby native Konnor Ralph’s incredible 9...
Glacier National Park Displays Removed, Local Land Battles, Debates & Winter Carnival Highlights
This week on News Now, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down six of the Flathead Valley’s biggest and most talked-about stories — from federal policy changes at Glacier National Park to heated local land-use decisions and community highlights.<...
McDonald’s Refusal in Ronan, $4M Felony Arrest, Community Resilience, Airport Security Expansion
In this episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the most significant headlines impacting Northwest Montana. We dive into the viral incident at the Ronan McDonald’s involving the Browning High School wrestling team, exploring the owne...
Alleged Slingshot Attack, 100-Year Landmark Lost, Grizzly Bear Killing, Kratom Regulation
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest headlines shaping northwest Montana.We begin in Flathead County, where a 34-year-old man faces a felony criminal endangerment charge after allegedly shooti...
February in the Flathead: Skijoring, Cabin Fever Days & Whitefish Winter Carnival
February in the Flathead Valley is anything but quiet. From horsepower-meets-ski power at the 20th anniversary of Whitefish Skijoring to the rowdy barstool races of Cabin Fever Days, this month delivers some of Montana’s most iconic winter trad...
Stolen Car Crash Injures Teen, Ex-Judge Sentenced, and a Fight against Invasive Goldfish
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A Columbia Falls teenager is fighting to recover after a high-speed crash involving an allegedly stolen vehicle on Highway 2, leavi...
Why is Flathead Lake So High? Plus Road Rage Shooting, Border Bust & Record Ski Crowds
A violent road rage incident in Columbia Falls leads off this episode of News Now, after a man is charged with felony attempted homicide for allegedly firing a gun with a child inside the vehicle. Host Taylor Inman breaks down what investigator...
