AI in Government: Montana’s Legislative Research Council draft warns that chatbots can “hallucinate” on legal questions, with reported error rates as high as 82%, raising alarms about using AI for public guidance. Data Centers & Politics: In Billings-area Senate District 22, data-center development is driving a high-stakes race, with write-in challengers targeting an incumbent tied to power and infrastructure interests. Water Pollution Watch: An international Elk-Kootenai/y watershed study board is nearing its final stage, aiming to pinpoint pollution sources and impacts across the US-Canada border. Wildlife Tracking: Alberta researchers are sharing early findings from video-collared pronghorn, including long-distance loops that highlight how roads and fences shape movement. Crypto & Markets: A federal appeals ruling boosts the odds of Supreme Court review over prediction markets, after Nevada won the fight against Kalshi’s sports event contracts. Tech Workforce Shift: Amazon will permanently close Mechanical Turk on Sept. 30, ending a platform that routed human labor to tasks computers couldn’t handle well. Community & STEM: Billings Public Works says a more conversational Facebook strategy helped residents better understand infrastructure updates. Public Safety Funding: Laurel Fire Rescue received a $20,000 grant for firefighter gear and equipment. Weather & Climate Signals: The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a mostly mild winter overall, with wetter conditions in parts of the West.