LEAST BIASED
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- Overall, we rate the Montana State News Network as least biased based on minimal editorializing of news content. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED (1.7)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.0)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The Montana State News Network is a local news website based in Billings, Montana. The website covers local news, weather, politics, and crime for the area.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Montana State News Network is owned by Townsquare Media, a publicly traded company. According to OpenSecrets, Townsquare Media has made political contributions exclusively to Republican candidates and causes. The publication’s revenue model includes digital advertising and sponsorships.
Analysis / Bias
The Montana State News Network provides local news coverage for Billings, Montana, and the surrounding area through its team of reporters. Articles and headlines often do not use loaded emotional language, such as this: Montana Gas Prices Take a Dip Heading Into 2026. Information is properly sourced.
Editorially, the Montana State News Network does not have a dedicated op-ed page. However, they do report political news with a slight right leaning bias, such as this Already a Protest in Missoula, The NBC Montana Comments Are GOLD. In general, they report factually and with minimal bias.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years.
Overall, we rate the Montana State News Network as least biased based on minimal editorializing of news content. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 01/05/2026)
Source: https://montanastatenews.com/
Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check
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