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Trump vows to pause migration after D.C. shooting

(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump said Thursday he will pause migration from some countries following the shooting of two National Guard members near the White House. The suspected… Read More

November 30, 2025

Trucking Industry Exec Earns UM Honorary Doc

Lana Batts likes to say if you got it, a truck brought it. As a former president of the Truckload Carriers Association and a senior vice president of government affairs… Read More

November 30, 2025

UND Reopens Search for Dean of School of Law

The University of North Dakota is seeking candidates for the position of Dean of its School of Law, reopening the search for a leader to guide the institution into the… Read More

November 29, 2025

Montana State junior wins $10,000 scholarship from energy society

Montana State University junior Molly Coonfield, who is studying electrical engineering with a minor in mechatronics, recently received a $10,000 scholarship from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ Power… Read More

November 29, 2025

UM Student Government President, ROTC Cadet Named Rhodes Finalist

A University of Montana student and ROTC cadet, who is serving as UM’s student government president, recently was named a finalist for the oldest and most renowned scholarship in the… Read More

November 28, 2025

Governor and First Lady Invite Montanans to Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting

Governor Greg Gianforte and First Lady Susan Gianforte are inviting Montanans to the 2025 State Capitol Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Monday, December 1. “We’re excited to welcome Montanans back… Read More

November 28, 2025

Attorney General Warns Idahoans of Widespread Jury Duty Scams

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador issued a consumer alert Friday, warning residents about a growing scam in which fraudsters claim individuals have missed jury duty and face arrest or hefty… Read More

November 28, 2025

Google Drops EU Antitrust Complaint Against Microsoft Amid Regulatory Probe

Google on Friday withdrew its European Union antitrust complaint targeting Microsoft’s cloud computing practices, just a week after EU regulators opened an investigation into whether Microsoft should face scrutiny under… Read More

November 28, 2025

Montanan Katie Verderber to represent Team USA in 2026 Winter Paralympics

Montana attorney Katie Verderber has been selected to represent Team USA in Wheelchair Mixed Curling at the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. The announcement was made Monday,… Read More

November 28, 2025

North Dakota Supreme Court Justice Daniel Crothers to Retire in 2026

North Dakota Supreme Court Justice Daniel Crothers has notified Governor Kelly Armstrong that he will retire from the state’s highest court on February 28, 2026, after more than two decades… Read More

November 28, 2025

Crypto-Hoarding Company Shares Slide as Market Turbulence Damps Risk Appetite

Shares of companies that stockpile bitcoin and other digital tokens are coming under renewed pressure as fresh volatility sweeps through the cryptocurrency market, raising concerns about stress in a niche… Read More

November 28, 2025

Warburg Pincus to Acquire Raptor Technologies in $1.8 Billion Deal

Warburg Pincus has reached an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Raptor Technologies from private equity firm Thoma Bravo, in a transaction valuing the school safety software provider at… Read More

November 28, 2025

Starbucks Workers’ Union Expands Black Friday Strike to Over 120 Stores

Starbucks’ workers’ union significantly widened its ongoing strike on Black Friday, extending the walkout to more than 120 stores nationwide—nearly double the number that began the action earlier this month—amid… Read More

November 28, 2025

Russia threatens full ban on WhatsApp

Russia’s state communications watchdog warned Friday that it may impose a full nationwide ban on WhatsApp if the platform fails to comply with Russian data and security laws, according to… Read More

November 28, 2025

Attorney General Labrador Secures Judgment Against Vacation Scam Operator

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced Friday a judgment and permanent injunction against Arenal Outdoor Center and its owner, Keith Craig Fletcher, in a consumer protection lawsuit. The ruling bars… Read More

November 28, 2025

64 New Officers Graduate from Montana Law Enforcement Academy

Sixty-four new officers who will serve in 41 agencies across Montana graduated Friday from the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA), part of the Montana Department of Justice. The academy provides… Read More

November 28, 2025

Montana Heritage Center Completes $60 Million Fundraising Campaign

The Montana Historical Society (MTHS) announced today that its $60 million fundraising campaign for the Montana Heritage Center has been successfully completed, thanks to a final $165,000 gift from the… Read More

November 27, 2025

Montana State to award honorary doctorate to alumnus whose foundation supports injured veterans

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eric Hastings, a Montana State University alumnus and founder of a national organization that serves traumatically injured servicemen and women, will receive an honorary doctorate… Read More

November 26, 2025

Attorney General Jackley Launches Task Force to Review South Dakota’s Open Meetings Laws

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced the creation of a new Advisory Task Force Committee to review the state’s Open Meetings Laws. The group is scheduled to hold its… Read More

November 25, 2025

Fargo North Law and Justice Students Observe Supreme Court in Action

Fargo North High School’s Law and Justice students took a trip to Bismarck on Thursday, November 20th, for a firsthand look at the judicial process. Led by Social Studies teacher… Read More

November 25, 2025

Gianforte Signs Agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

During a strategic trade mission to Japan, Governor Greg Gianforte signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) to explore potential investments in data center and energy… Read More

November 24, 2025

Montana Highway Patrol Troopers Honored for Bravery and Excellence

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen honored two Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) troopers Thursday for exceptional acts of bravery and service. Trooper Jourdon Gulick received the MHP’s highest honor, the Award… Read More

November 24, 2025

UM Students Test Business Ideas in 60-Second Contest November 13, 2025

Any business idea usually starts with an elevator pitch – a concise proposal delivered in the time it takes to ride an elevator. University of Montana students interested in entrepreneurship… Read More

November 24, 2025

Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Ruling Against Texas Congressional Map

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that found Texas’ 2026 congressional redistricting plan—supported by former President Donald Trump—likely discriminates on the basis of race…. Read More

November 22, 2025

Bitcoin Slides to Seven-Month Low Amid Broad Flight from Risk

Cryptocurrency markets tumbled Friday, with Bitcoin falling to a seven-month low of $80,553, approaching a key technical level that analysts warn could trigger steeper losses. Ether also dropped to a… Read More

November 22, 2025

Bill Ackman Explores Dual IPOs for Pershing Square, New Fund

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman is preparing to take his hedge-fund empire public in a bold two-step move, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. Ackman… Read More

November 22, 2025

Eli Lilly Becomes First Drugmaker to Reach $1 Trillion Valuation

Eli Lilly (LLY.N) hit a historic milestone on Friday, becoming the first pharmaceutical company to reach a $1 trillion market valuation, fueled by soaring demand for its weight-loss treatments. The… Read More

November 22, 2025

Supreme Court Clears Path for Judicial Elections Measure

In a 5–2 decision, the Montana Supreme Court has approved the ballot statement for Constitutional Initiative 132 (CI-132), paving the way for signature gathering to begin on a proposed constitutional… Read More

November 22, 2025

PSC Cuts NorthWestern’s Rate Request by $43 Million

NorthWestern Energy customers will see lower utility bills and receive refunds with interest after the Montana Public Service Commission finalized a sweeping decision in the company’s 2024 electric and natural… Read More

November 22, 2025

Texbase Strengthens Advisory Board with Appointment of Industry Veteran Randy Harward

Texbase, Inc., a leading cloud-based platform that manages supply chain traceability, compliance, certification, and sustainability data for retail, manufacturing, and textile brands, announced today that Randy Harward has joined its… Read More

November 22, 2025

FAA Awards $10K Bonuses to Controllers and Technicians With Perfect Attendance During Shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration announced Thursday that only 776 air traffic controllers and technicians will receive $10,000 bonuses for maintaining perfect attendance during the recent government shutdown — leaving nearly… Read More

November 22, 2025

Gianforte Tapped to Lead Republican Governors Association

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has been elected Chair of the Republican Governors Association (RGA), placing him at the forefront of the GOP’s national effort to expand its roster of governors… Read More

November 19, 2025

DEQ Seeks Public Input on Draft Water Quality Report and Opens Requests for Future Data

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is inviting public comment on the state’s 2022-2024 Draft Water Quality Integrated Report and a new pH Assessment Method for Streams and Rivers…. Read More

November 19, 2025

Gov. Rhoden Signs On to President Trump’s School Choice Initiative

Governor Larry Rhoden announced that South Dakota will participate in President Donald J. Trump’s school choice initiative, part of the broader One Big Beautiful Bill program. The initiative allows states… Read More

November 18, 2025

Governor Gordon Outlines “The Essentials” Budget, Emphasizes Wyoming’s Competitive Edge

At the Wyoming Business Alliance’s Governor’s Business Forum in Laramie, Governor Mark Gordon (R-Wyoming) presented his upcoming budget, dubbed “The Essentials,” while urging continued focus on workforce, energy, education, water,… Read More

November 17, 2025

Attorney General Labrador Scores Legal Win Over Satanic Temple’s Challenge to Idaho Abortion Laws

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced a major legal victory Monday after a federal court dismissed a lawsuit filed by The Satanic Temple challenging the state’s pro-life laws. U.S. District… Read More

November 17, 2025

Montana Property Tax Reforms Lead to Spike for Renters

Some Montana homeowners are expecting to see a reduction in property taxes after the state enacted sweeping tax reforms this year, but the changes have created unintended consequences for renters…. Read More

November 16, 2025

Gianforte Highlights $200,000 Investment in Great Falls High School House Program

Governor Greg Gianforte joined Emmy-winning TV host Mike Rowe, NeighborWorks Great Falls, and Wells Fargo this week to celebrate progress on the Great Falls High School House Program and announce… Read More

November 16, 2025

Walmart CEO McMillon to Retire

Walmart Inc. (WMT.N) CEO Doug McMillon will retire next year after more than a decade leading the retail giant, capping a period during which he transformed the company into a… Read More

November 15, 2025

Wyoming Business Council Names Chloe Valentine Southwest Regional Director

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) has announced the hiring of Chloe Valentine as its new Southwest Regional Director, serving Lincoln, Sweetwater, and Uinta counties. Valentine brings extensive experience and a… Read More

November 15, 2025

Idaho Seeks Up to $1 Billion to Transform Rural Health Care

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) submitted the state’s application Tuesday for the federal Rural Health Transformation Program, seeking up to $200 million per year for five years… Read More

November 15, 2025

Trump Administration Launches Investigation into Major Meat Packing Companies

President Donald J. Trump has directed the Department of Justice to investigate the nation’s largest meat packing companies for potential collusion, price fixing, and manipulation, with a focus on foreign-owned… Read More

November 15, 2025

North Dakota Launches Automation Tax Credit Program Portal for Businesses

The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced this week that the Automation Tax Credit (ATC) Program Portal is now open for applications. The program is designed to support primary sector… Read More

November 15, 2025

From Pre-Law to JAG: UM Grad Finds Path Through Public Service

After serving in the 3rd Army Ranger Battalion right out of high school, Alex Butler of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, wasn’t sure what would come next. He used his GI… Read More

November 15, 2025

Hedge Funds Trim ‘Magnificent Seven’ Stakes

Some of Wall Street’s largest hedge funds reduced their exposure to high-flying “Magnificent Seven” stocks during the third quarter, according to newly released regulatory filings, while adding positions in application… Read More

November 15, 2025

Disney and YouTube TV Strike Deal to Restore Channels After Prolonged Blackout

Walt Disney Co. and Google’s YouTube TV have reached a new distribution agreement, ending weeks of disruptions that left millions of viewers without access to Disney-owned channels during major news… Read More

November 15, 2025

Trump Purchases More Than $82 Million in Bonds Since Late August, New Disclosures Show

President Donald Trump has purchased at least $82 million worth of corporate and municipal bonds between late August and early October, according to newly released federal financial disclosures. The information,… Read More

November 15, 2025

Attorney General Knudsen Leads 22-State Coalition Backing Trump’s Chicago Response

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has spearheaded a 22-state coalition supporting President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy National Guard units to Chicago in response to violent unrest and threats against… Read More

November 15, 2025

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