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Governor Gianforte Declares Flooding Disaster in Northwestern Montana

Governor Greg Gianforte has issued an executive order declaring a flooding disaster in northwestern Montana as historic rainfall and snowmelt swell local rivers. “Continued rainfall across northwestern Montana has flooded… Read More

December 13, 2025

Daines-Led Bill Unlocking Eastern Montana Mining Signed Into Law

U.S. Sen. Steve Daines announced hat President Donald J. Trump has signed into law legislation he led to roll back a Biden-era land management rule that restricted coal mining in… Read More

December 13, 2025

Strategy Retains Spot in Nasdaq 100 Amid Market Scrutiny

Bitcoin-focused company Strategy (MSTR.O) maintained its place in the Nasdaq 100 index on Friday, continuing its year-long presence in the benchmark despite growing questions from analysts over its business model…. Read More

December 13, 2025

Federal Government Targets Immigrant Truck Licenses in Eight States After Deadly Crashes

The federal government’s crackdown on commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) for immigrants has uncovered problems in eight states, following a series of deadly crashes involving truck drivers who were not authorized… Read More

December 13, 2025

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Signals Support for Kevin Warsh as Next Fed Chair

JPMorgan Chase (JPM.N) CEO Jamie Dimon signaled his backing for former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the U.S. central bank, the Financial Times reported Friday…. Read More

December 13, 2025

Daines Announces 2025 Service Academy Nominees

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) has announced his nomination of four Montana students seeking enrollment at the nation’s U.S. military academies. “As the son of a U.S. Marine, it is… Read More

December 12, 2025

From Campus to Backcountry: UM Students Fuel a Resurgence in Hunting and Fishing Club

On a chilly October morning at the Teller Wildlife Refuge, before most students had even reached for coffee, a group of University of Montana undergraduates crouched in cattails as geese… Read More

December 12, 2025

In last four years, five northern states saw most illegal crossings

(The Center Square) – Under the Biden administration, the greatest number of illegal border crossers at the U.S.-Canada border were reported in U.S. history, breaking records nearly every month for… Read More

December 12, 2025

Governor Gordon Emphasizes Economic Development as Key to Wyoming’s Future

Governor Mark Gordon has highlighted economic development as a central focus of his administration, stressing the importance of creating a climate that encourages business growth and job creation across Wyoming…. Read More

December 11, 2025

Montana DOJ Warns Public About Fake County Jail Websites

The Montana Department of Justice’s Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) is warning residents about scammers operating fraudulent county jail websites that target families of inmates in an effort to steal… Read More

December 11, 2025

Polis calls on U.S. Treasury to extend free tax filing service

(The Center Square) – Colorado Gov. Jared Polis sent a letter this week to the U.S. Treasury Department calling on it to undo its suspension of the IRS Direct File tool,… Read More

December 11, 2025

Armstrong Eyes Jan. 21 for Tentative Special Legislative Session on Rural Health Funding

Gov. Kelly Armstrong today informed legislative leaders that he has tentatively set Jan. 21 for a special session of the 69th Legislative Assembly to act on anticipated federal funding for… Read More

December 10, 2025

Fanatics starts sports prediction app, not subject to state taxes, in 24 states

(The Center Square) – Americans can now wager on sports results through Fanatics Predicts in 24 states that have not allowed legal sports wagering including California, Texas, Georgia, Washington and… Read More

December 10, 2025

President Trump Announces Reset of Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards

President Donald J. Trump announced a major rollback of the Biden Administration’s Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, calling the move a relief for American families facing rising costs. The… Read More

December 10, 2025

MVD Rolls Out Next-Generation Driver Licenses and IDs

The Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) unveiled a redesigned driver license and identification card today, featuring enhanced security elements aimed at reducing driver license fraud and identity theft. The new… Read More

December 9, 2025

President Trump Signs H.J. Res 133 and H.R. 1512 into Law

Two congressional bills, H.J. Res 133 and H.R. 1512, have been signed into law, advancing measures related to national heritage displays and U.S.-Taiwan relations. H.J. Res 133 authorizes the Secretary… Read More

December 9, 2025

Montana Model UN Announces 2025 High School Winners

The University of Montana hosted the 60th annual Montana Model United Nations Conference last month, welcoming nearly 300 high school students from 14 schools across Montana and Idaho for two days of debate, collaboration… Read More

December 9, 2025

U.S. Lawmakers Urge Google, Apple to Remove Apps Tracking Immigration Agents

Lawmakers on the House Committee on Homeland Security are pressing Google and Apple to remove mobile applications that allow users to track federal immigration officers, citing concerns that such apps… Read More

December 8, 2025

Zinke, Veteran Lawmakers Introduce Resolution Condemning Democrat Calls for Military Disobedience

Western Montana Congressman and former Navy SEAL Commander Ryan Zinke, along with Representative Rick Crawford (R-Ark.) and 16 other veteran lawmakers, introduced a resolution this week condemning several Democratic lawmakers… Read More

December 8, 2025

Bull Moose Project criticizes Sen. Lummis over stalled crypto legislation

(The Center Square) – A conservative advocacy group is pressuring U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., over her handling of a major digital asset bill, arguing that she slowed progress on… Read More

December 8, 2025

Trump administration urges ruling on NYC congestion pricing

(The Center Square) – The Trump administration, seeking to end a congestion pricing program that began in Manhattan this year, has asked a federal judge to issue a ruling on… Read More

December 8, 2025

Daines’ Bills to Boost Funding for Montana’s Rural Communities Gain Bipartisan Support

U.S. Senator Steve Daines highlighted two key bills aimed at strengthening Montana’s rural counties during a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing this week. Daines discussed his Small County… Read More

December 8, 2025

Little Signs Agreement to Double Timber Output

Governor Brad Little joined U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz and Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) Director Dustin Miller today to renew and expand Idaho’s Shared Stewardship agreement with the… Read More

December 8, 2025

U.S. Supreme Court takes up Michigan foreclosure case

(The Center Square) – A Michigan family’s decades-long fight over a property seizure will soon be before the U.S. Supreme Court, marking the latest high-stakes challenge to how counties nationally handle… Read More

December 8, 2025

Attorney General Labrador Honors Idaho ICAC Detectives

Attorney General Raúl Labrador recognized Detective Jared Mendenhall of the Idaho Falls Police Department and Detective Korey Payne of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office for achieving 100 combined arrests through… Read More

December 7, 2025

Sheehy Introduces Bill to Protect Veterans from Overprescription at the VA

Senator Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.) has introduced the Written Informed Consent Act, a measure designed to ensure veterans are fully informed about the intended effects and potential risks of certain high-risk… Read More

December 7, 2025

Daines Calls on OPM to Stop Taxpayer-Funded Abortions in Congressional Health Plans

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) is pressing the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to halt taxpayer-funded coverage of elective abortions in health plans available to Members of Congress and congressional… Read More

December 7, 2025

Supreme Court to Weigh Legality of Trump Move to Limit Birthright Citizenship

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday agreed to decide the legality of former President Donald Trump’s directive aimed at restricting birthright citizenship, a key and controversial part of his immigration… Read More

December 7, 2025

Governor Gianforte Highlights Veteran Therapy Program in “12 Days of Giving”

On the fifth day of his annual “12 Days of Giving” campaign, Governor Greg Gianforte spotlighted Underwater Soldiers, a Montana nonprofit that provides therapeutic scuba diving for veterans while helping… Read More

December 7, 2025

Expansive prescribed fire research project brings Montana scientists together

Wildfire smoke has become a perennial concern for people in Montana and across the American West. As living with and managing smoke has evolved into a standard part of life… Read More

December 6, 2025

FBI Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Field Office in Billings

The FBI hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday to officially open its 56th field office in Billings, Montana. The new FBI Billings Field Office will assume responsibility for all existing FBI… Read More

December 6, 2025

Meta Strikes Multiple AI Deals with Major News Publishers

Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, has entered into a series of commercial AI agreements with prominent news publishers, including USA Today, People Inc., CNN, Fox News, The… Read More

December 6, 2025

Attorney General Jackley Joins National ‘Robocall Roundup’

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced Monday that Phase 2 of the National Operation Robocall Roundup is underway, with warning letters issued to four telecommunications companies accused of allowing… Read More

December 6, 2025

New Data Shows Stronger Outcomes for North Dakota Students

North Dakotans can now review updated school accountability reports and the first results from the state’s new ND A+ summative assessment, State School Superintendent Levi Bachmeier announced Friday. The information—published… Read More

December 6, 2025

SpaceX Eyes Late 2026 IPO

SpaceX has informed investors and financial institutions that it plans to pursue an initial public offering (IPO) in the second half of 2026, according to a report by The Information… Read More

December 6, 2025

Warner Bros Discovery to Sell Studio and Streaming Assets to Netflix in $72 Billion Deal

Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) has agreed to sell its iconic studio and streaming assets to Netflix (NFLX) for $72 billion, a blockbuster deal that will reshape Hollywood and create a… Read More

December 6, 2025

Judge Clears Justice Department to Release Epstein Grand Jury Transcripts

A Florida federal judge on Friday authorized the U.S. Justice Department to release grand jury transcripts from its sex trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, potentially revealing new details about the… Read More

December 6, 2025

Volkswagen to Invest $186 Billion Through 2030

Volkswagen Group will invest 160 billion euros—approximately $186 billion—through 2030 as the automaker tightens its long-term spending plans in response to mounting challenges in its two largest markets, CEO Oliver… Read More

December 6, 2025

Daines’ Bill Protecting Mothers Traveling With Breast Milk Signed Into Law

U.S. Sen. Steve Daines on announced that his bipartisan “BABES Enhancement Act” has been signed into law by President Donald Trump, marking a significant win for parents traveling with breast… Read More

December 6, 2025

Gov. Little Appoints Don Hall to Fill District 25 House Seat

Idaho Governor Brad Little has appointed Don Hall to fill the District 25 House seat vacated by Lance Clow. Hall, who currently serves as Chairman of the Twin Falls County… Read More

December 6, 2025

Montana Awards Over $8 Million in Federal Funding for Affordable Housing Projects

The Montana Department of Commerce announced that six organizations will share more than $8 million in federal funding through the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, the Housing Trust Fund (HTF), and… Read More

December 6, 2025

Millions are about to choose the wrong Medicare plan

Making smart Medicare choices means looking beyond brochures and $0 premiums to compare total costs, networks, and drug coverage. Independent help and new 2026 support programs can make a major… Read More

December 5, 2025

Where cannabis stores cluster, emergency visits climb

A population-based natural experiment investigated how living near cannabis retail stores relates to cannabis-related harms. The researchers found a connection between store exposure and higher rates of harm, with the… Read More

December 4, 2025

Assaults against ICE up 1,153% in 11 months

(The Center Square) – Assaults against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers are up 1,153% in 11 months, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. As ICE officers continue… Read More

December 3, 2025

Montana State history professor wins two national awards

Historian Catherine Dunlop views wild environments as laboratories for studying how human societies are shaped by natural features and forces. For two months in 2017, she immersed herself in one… Read More

December 1, 2025

Splitting Hairs: Chinese Immigrants, the Queue, and the Boundaries of Political Citizenship

As Chinese immigration to California accelerated across the 19th century, the hairstyle known as the queue — a long, braided pony tail — became the subject of white Americans’ fascination,… Read More

December 1, 2025

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

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