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A U.S. Magistrate judge has recommended the dismissal of a lawsuit by groups in support of Montana's Firearms Freedom Act, which states federal gun laws do not apply to guns made in the Treasure State. The judge agreed with a brief filed by several anti-gun groups, arguing the law is unconstitutional.

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Police are treating Monday's fire at a Butte produce and supply building as suspicious and are considering arson as the possible cause according to Butte police. The fire was reported early Tuesday morning and Butte-Silver Bow Fire Marshal John Lasky says the blaze may have erupted in the basement.

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An initiative to cap payday loan rates is on the ballot for the first time in Montana's history after over 27,000 voter signatures were collected to put I-164 on the election ballot. Supporters of the initiative kicked off the campaign to make sure the measure passes in November on Wednesday with rallies in Missoula and Great Falls.

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Montana scientists are taking part in a $3.85 million research project that's taking a look at how a changing climate will influence wildfires. The work, which is being pursued in partnership with scientists in Australia and New Zealand, kicked off on Wednesday. A MSU professor the goal of the work is to identify how wildfires are driven by human activities and climate change.

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The recent weather has felt like Fall, and that's good news when it comes to Montana's wildfire season. A Flathead National Forest Fire Manager says that barring any unforeseen circumstances, the summer fire season has come to a close in Northwest Montana.

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Missoula's Animeals has picked up some new wheels. Bitterroot Motors has given the non-profit a new van which will be used daily to transport pet food, supplies and animals and Bitterroot Motors owner Kathy Ogren said it was a good opportunity to help an organization through advertising.

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It'll be a big Friday night on the grid iron in Missoula. Sentinel and Big Sky, which both suffered losses last week, will renew their rivalry as Missoula County Public Stadium. Kick off is at 7 p.m., and the game will also be featured as the Prep Game of the Week, which airs at 10:35 Saturday night on Montana's News Station.

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Ryan Coleman's StormTracker Weather forecast calls for the sun to come out today with temperatures rising into the low to mid 70s across Western Montana. It's also looking good for the Griz football game on Saturday.

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