Montana has a lot going for it, but when it comes to those that have sworn to protect and serve, just where do we rank compared to the rest of the country?
MHP: He is settling in at Craig Hospital in Colorado. His medical status continues to stabilize, and he completed treatment for the medical complications related to his chest wall injuries.
A Montana Highway Patrol Trooper is communicating with friends and family, but has a long road ahead of him over the next several months as he regains the ability to walk.
Interstate 90 was a parking lot. Traffic came to a complete stand-still many times due to crashes, pile ups, and slide offs. US 93 had dozens of it's own accidents. Montana is having a very rough week on the roads.
Snow, ice and wind have been a disaster for Montana road conditions since Tuesday morning. The entire state has been affected by harsh driving conditions and the first responders have been VERY busy.
KGVO News spoke to Sergeant Jay Nelson, Public Information Officer with the Montana Highway Patrol about the daunting task of keeping troopers on the road.