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Third Point Abandons CoStar Campaign, Dumps Entire Stake

Daniel Loeb’s hedge fund Third Point has walked away from its activist campaign against CoStar Group, selling its entire position in the real estate data company after concluding that its… Read More

April 11, 2026

The Department of Labor and Regulation hosts free virtual Apprenticeship Knowledge Series

The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation is inviting employers, educators and workforce partners to a free virtual session next week aimed at promoting registered apprenticeship programs as a… Read More

April 11, 2026

Sheehy’s Plane Makes Emergency Landing

.S. Senator Tim Sheehy was aboard a small plane that made an emergency landing in a rural Madison County field Friday after suffering a mechanical engine failure, according to his… Read More

April 11, 2026

White House Highlights Crimes by Illegal Aliens Pressures Democrats on DHS Funding

The Trump administration released a list Thursday of nine undocumented immigrants facing serious criminal charges across multiple states, using the cases to intensify pressure on congressional Democrats to approve additional… Read More

April 11, 2026

Speaker Johnson Slams Democrats Over Impeachment Talk

House Speaker Mike Johnson issued a sharp rebuke Thursday of congressional Democrats following reports that party leadership is briefing members on the use of the 25th Amendment and amid calls… Read More

April 11, 2026

North Dakota Governor Calls for Budget Cuts to Close Structural Deficit

North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong on Friday directed state agencies to prepare leaner budgets for the next two-year spending cycle, warning that a widening gap between ongoing revenues and expenditures… Read More

April 11, 2026

Legislative committee grills Secretary of State’s office

A representative from Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen’s office appeared before a legislative committee Thursday to answer questions from lawmakers about the office’s public mailings and their handling of… Read More

April 11, 2026

Artemis II returns from moon, splashes down off San Diego

(The Center Square) – At a speed astronauts haven’t experienced since Apollo, Artemis II re-entered Earth’s atmosphere and splashed down near San Diego Friday evening, concluding a historic mission that… Read More

April 10, 2026

Knudsen accuses Gallatin County attorney of sanctuary city violations over ICE data policy

Attorney General Austin Knudsen has sent a cease-and-desist letter to Gallatin County Attorney Audrey Cromwell demanding she reverse a policy that refuses to recognize U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement as… Read More

April 4, 2026

DEQ seeks public comment on draft environmental assessment for septic and wastewater systems

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has released a draft programmatic environmental assessment covering the construction and operation of subsurface wastewater treatment systems and is accepting public comment through May… Read More

April 4, 2026

Heartland Classic in Huron brings in 800-plus FFA students

More than 800 FFA members from 27 eastern South Dakota schools gathered in Huron recently for the annual Heartland Classic Career Development Event at the DEX, with NorthWestern Energy among… Read More

April 4, 2026

Hi-Country Snack Foods pauses production

Hi-Country Snack Foods, a nearly 50-year-old Montana jerky maker and one of the largest employers in the small mountain community of Lincoln, has paused production — a development that raises… Read More

April 4, 2026

Judge hands former Colstrip teacher 30-year sentence for sexual abuse of student

A former Colstrip High School teacher was sentenced Thursday to 30 years in prison — with 15 years suspended — for sexually abusing a 15-year-old student, a case that unfolded… Read More

April 4, 2026

Former BIA officer pleads guilty to raping teenage girl on Northern Cheyenne reservation

A former Bureau of Indian Affairs police officer has admitted to sexually abusing a teenage girl while on duty on the Northern Cheyenne reservation in Montana, federal prosecutors announced Thursday…. Read More

April 4, 2026

Fentanyl seizures in Montana plunge in 2025

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced Thursday that fentanyl seizures in the state dropped sharply in 2025, falling 70 percent from the prior year and nearly 80 percent from the… Read More

April 4, 2026

Trump moves to rein in NIL chaos with sweeping college sports executive order

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday aimed at restoring what the White House described as order and stability to college athletics, directing federal agencies to use their oversight… Read More

April 4, 2026

Knudsen leads multistate coalition defending gun manufacturers f

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has filed two amicus briefs leading coalitions of state attorneys general in defense of American firearms manufacturers facing lawsuits in New York that seek to… Read More

April 4, 2026

Financial services jobs boom in Montana

Montana’s financial and professional services sector has emerged as the leading driver of state economic production, according to a new analysis from the Department of Labor and Industry released as… Read More

April 4, 2026

White House touts March jobs report

The White House on Friday celebrated a stronger-than-expected March jobs report, saying the numbers validated President Trump’s economic agenda and signaled accelerating momentum heading into the second quarter of 2026…. Read More

April 4, 2026

Hegseth authorizes military bases to allow personal firearms for off-duty service members

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has signed a memorandum directing military installation commanders to permit service members to carry privately owned firearms while off duty on Department of War property within… Read More

April 4, 2026

Shareholders approve NorthWestern Energy, Black Hills merger

Shareholders of both NorthWestern Energy and Black Hills Corp. have voted to approve a proposed all-stock merger that would combine the two regional utilities into a new company called Bright… Read More

April 4, 2026

Labrador Opposes Gender Transition Surgeries for Prisoners

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador has joined a coalition of 24 states in urging a federal appeals court to block a lower court order that could expand access to gender… Read More

April 3, 2026

Millions in cash leaving Minneapolis airport draw lawmakers’ scrutiny

(The Center Square) – Minnesota lawmakers are raising concerns about reports that hundreds of millions of dollars are leaving Minnesota airports destined for foreign countries. State Rep. Kristin Robbins, R-Maple Grove,… Read More

April 2, 2026

Bank of America to Pay $72.5 Million to Settle Epstein Victims Lawsuit

Bank of America has agreed to pay $72.5 million to settle a federal class-action lawsuit accusing the bank of helping facilitate Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation — becoming the latest… Read More

April 2, 2026

Bozeman-Based Texbase Launches New Solution for CPSC eFiling

Bozeman-based Texbase Inc. has announced the release of a new platform capability designed to streamline product compliance reporting for consumer brands and retailers. The new feature, Texbase for eFiling, allows… Read More

April 2, 2026

Federal, State Officials Highlight Joint Effort to Combat Government Fraud

U.S. Attorney Ron Parsons and South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced new coordinated efforts to combat government fraud during a joint press conference Thursday in Sioux Falls. The two… Read More

April 2, 2026

Elizabeth Burroughs appointed Montana State interim provost

Montana State University announced today that Elizabeth Burroughs, head of the Department of Mathematical Sciences, has been appointed to serve as interim provost and executive vice president for academic affairs…. Read More

April 1, 2026

Microsoft Takes Over Texas AI Data Center Expansion After OpenAI Pulls Back

Microsoft is taking over a major AI data center expansion project in Abilene, Texas, after OpenAI decided not to move forward with the additional buildout, signaling a continued shift as… Read More

April 1, 2026

Commerce Awards Tribal Tourism Grants

The Montana Department of Commerce has awarded $100,000 in Tribal Tourism Grant funding to two tribal governments to support tourism infrastructure improvements and economic development efforts. According to Commerce officials,… Read More

April 1, 2026

Congressional Perks: Senate spending skyrockets by more than 40% in last few years

(The Center Square) – Spending in U.S. senators’ office accounts spiked by 43% since 2020, with big jumps in 2022 and the last fiscal year for senators to pay their… Read More

April 1, 2026

Montana Knife Company Opens New Missoula Facility

Montana Knife Company has opened a new 51,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Missoula, marking a major expansion for the fast-growing knife maker and underscoring its commitment to American-based production and job… Read More

March 31, 2026

Small Business Confidence Edges Lower

America’s small business owners pulled back slightly on their optimism in February, according to the latest data from the National Federation of Independent Business, with the group’s Small Business Optimism… Read More

March 31, 2026

FSOC Proposes New Guidance for Nonbank Financial Company Designations

The Financial Stability Oversight Council voted unanimously this week to release proposed interpretive guidance for public comment on how it designates nonbank financial companies as potential threats to U.S. financial… Read More

March 31, 2026

Applications Open for North Dakota’s LIFT Loan Program

The North Dakota Department of Commerce has opened applications for the state’s Legacy Investment for Technology, or LIFT, loan program, with submissions due April 23. State officials said the program… Read More

March 31, 2026

Nominations Open for Montana History Teacher of the Year Award

The Montana Historical Society is accepting nominations for the 37th Montana Statehood Centennial Bell Award, which recognizes an outstanding schoolteacher for excellence in teaching Montana history. This year’s award will… Read More

March 31, 2026

President Signs Bills Authorizing Medal of Honor Awards for Three Service Members

The president on Thursday signed into law three measures authorizing the awarding of the Medal of Honor to U.S. service members for acts of valor in combat. Among the bills… Read More

March 31, 2026

Fed and Central Banks Flag Energy Shock Risks to Inflation and Growth

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson issued a stark warning this week about the economic risks posed by surging energy prices, telling audiences that a sustained rise in oil and… Read More

March 30, 2026

Department of War Announces New Audit Strategy Aimed at Clean Opinion by 2028

The Department of War announced a refined strategy this week designed to help the agency achieve a clean audit opinion by fiscal year 2028, marking what officials described as a… Read More

March 30, 2026

White House Launches Official Mobile App

The White House has launched a new official mobile app aimed at giving Americans direct, real-time access to updates from President Donald Trump and his administration. According to the White… Read More

March 30, 2026

Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting DEI Practices in Federal Contracting

President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at prohibiting what the administration describes as discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices among federal contractors and subcontractors. The… Read More

March 30, 2026

Census Data Shows Sharp Drop in Migration Across U.S. Metro Areas

The White House pointed to new Census Bureau estimates showing a sharp slowdown in international migration across the country, casting the data as evidence that President Donald Trump’s border and… Read More

March 30, 2026

Montana State recognized as No. 1 military-friendly university in the country

Montana State University was named the No. 1 military-friendly school in the country this spring, an esteemed ranking from the website Militaryfriendly.com that recognizes the university’s continued investment in supporting… Read More

March 30, 2026

U.S. Appeals Court Overturns $16 Billion Judgment in Argentina YPF Case

A federal appeals court has overturned a $16.1 billion judgment against Argentina tied to the nationalization of energy company YPF, delivering a major legal victory for the South American country… Read More

March 29, 2026

Public Invited to Weigh In on Montana Workforce Strategy Overhaul

State officials are inviting public input on a proposed overhaul of Montana’s workforce development strategy, aimed at better aligning education, job training, and industry needs across the state. The Montana… Read More

March 29, 2026

Daines Champions Katie Lane for Federal Judgeship at Senate Hearing

U.S. Sen. Steve Daines is urging swift confirmation of Katie Lane to the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana, calling her a principled, Montana-rooted attorney who would bring… Read More

March 29, 2026

Advocates call on U.S. Supreme Court to clarify climate laws

(The Center Square) – Advocates are calling for justices on the U.S. Supreme Court to clarify federal laws regarding climate change lawsuits. The Maryland Supreme Court on Tuesday blocked a… Read More

March 28, 2026

Treasury Announces Trump Signature to Appear on Future U.S. Currency

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced plans to include President Donald Trump’s signature on future U.S. paper currency, marking what officials say will be the first time a sitting… Read More

March 28, 2026

Commerce Awards More Than $700,000 to Strengthen Rural Economic Development Groups

The Montana Department of Commerce announced that 17 economic development organizations across the state will share more than $700,000 through the ORE Economic Development Organization Capacity Building Grant Program. The… Read More

March 28, 2026

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