Here's a quick look at our top stories for the morning of Tuesday, June 17, 2025:
Watch the latest weather forecast
Our weather pattern is turning warmer and drier for the middle part of your workweek, but we do have a couple of isolated showers possible for our eastern counties including Gallatin and Madison county for the mid-afternoon. Be ready though, while summer begins Friday we are talking mountain snow possible this weekend.
TOP HEADLINES:
Community Unites for 'No Kings Day': Thousands March in Bozeman
Thousands gathered in downtown Bozeman for the 'No Kings Day' protest against the Trump administration, marking one of the city's largest and safest rallies.
Vital Free Meals for Kids: Butte's Summer Lunch Program Returns for 2025
A vital summer lunch program in Butte, Montana, provides free meals to kids under 18, run by dedicated volunteers and funded by USDA and community donations.
Plan Your Camp Adventure: FWP Highlights State Parks and Fishing Access Sites
Montana's FWP highlights camping options at the state's parks and fishing access sites, emphasizing reservations, first-come-first-served rules, and responsible camping practices.
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Here are some notable historical events that occurred on June 17 throughout various years:
- 1775: The Battle of Bunker Hill took place during the American Revolutionary War, marking an important early conflict between British troops and colonial militia.
- 1885: The Statue of Liberty arrived in New York City, a gift from France to the United States, symbolizing freedom and democracy.
- 1900: The Boxer Rebellion in China began as a violent anti-foreign and anti-Christian uprising, ultimately leading to foreign intervention in China.
- 1944: The first use of a "Moore" hurricane advisory system was implemented by the U.S. Weather Bureau, improving weather predictions and alerts.
- 1971: The United States Supreme Court ruled in favor of the New York Times Co. v. United States, allowing the publication of the Pentagon Papers, which exposed government secrets about the Vietnam War.
- 1994: The trial of O.J. Simpson began, garnering significant media attention and becoming a highly publicized legal case in U.S. history.
- 2015: A mass shooting occurred at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina, resulting in nine deaths and sparking national conversations about race and gun control.
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