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Warren Buffett retires as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
Warren Buffett, one of the most influential investors in history, has retired as chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway, marking the end of a more than six-decade run that reshaped… Read More
Department of Livestock reports brucellosis-affected herd in Gallatin County
he Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) has confirmed that an animal from a Gallatin County livestock herd within Montana’s Designated Surveillance Area (DSA) tested positive for brucellosis, marking the second… Read More
Brown: Supreme Court dismissal affirms AG Knudsen, highlights separation of powers
Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown issued a statement following the Montana Supreme Court’s dismissal of a complaint filed against Attorney General Austin Knudsen, calling… Read More
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Stocks End First Week of the Year Mixed
Wall Street finished the first full trading week of 2026 on a mixed note, with major U.S. indexes posting modest losses for the week as investors digested the end of… Read More
Warren Buffett retires as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
Warren Buffett, one of the most influential investors in history, has retired as chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway, marking the end of a more than six-decade run that reshaped… Read More
Department of Livestock reports brucellosis-affected herd in Gallatin County
he Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) has confirmed that an animal from a Gallatin County livestock herd within Montana’s Designated Surveillance Area (DSA) tested positive for brucellosis, marking the second… Read More
Brown: Supreme Court dismissal affirms AG Knudsen, highlights separation of powers
Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown issued a statement following the Montana Supreme Court’s dismissal of a complaint filed against Attorney General Austin Knudsen, calling… Read More
Commissioner Brown secures more than $160,000 in restitution for Montana investors
Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown announced that thousands of Montana investors will receive more than $160,000 in restitution following enforcement actions against several national… Read More
Governor Mark Gordon applauds BLM sage-grouse plan for Wyoming
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon praised the U.S. Bureau of Land Management’s finalized Greater Sage-Grouse Resource Management Plan Amendment (RMPA), saying the decision affirms Wyoming’s authority over wildlife management and reflects… Read More
GOP leaders cite border, tax, and energy bills as Congress wraps first year
As the first year of the 119th Congress draws to a close, House Republicans are pointing to an aggressive legislative record they say advances President Donald Trump’s America First agenda,… Read More
2025 in review: Historic border security actions taken by Trump
(The Center Square) – On the first day of his second term in office, President Donald Trump issued multiple executive orders, followed by multiple policy changes, that in one year… Read More
Free speech under fire nearly 300 times in 2025 on campus
(The Center Square) – Two hundred seventy-four incidents involving interference to free speech have taken place so far on college campuses in 2025, according to FIRE data, an increase from… Read More
North Dakota Property Tax Relief Expands to 50,000 Households
As property tax statements arrive in North Dakota mailboxes this month, Gov. Kelly Armstrong joined lawmakers and State Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus at the Capitol Friday to spotlight the expanded… Read More
Liberal States Lead U.S. in Inflation Rates
A new analysis of year-over-year inflation across U.S. states finds that local economic conditions and policy choices play a significant role in driving price increases, with liberal-leaning states and cities… Read More
Trump Signs Six Bipartisan Bills Into Law Before Year’s End
President Donald Trump on Friday signed six bipartisan bills into law, approving legislation that spans environmental protection, youth recognition programs, fisheries research, public land access, veterans’ benefits and disaster-related tax… Read More
Supreme Court could redefine 14th Amendment application
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Supreme Court will decide a case in 2026 challenging President Donald Trump’s authority to end birthright citizenship. Trump v. Barbara challenges Trump’s executive order… Read More
Montana Lottery announces Montana Millionaire winning numbers
The Montana Lottery on Friday announced the winning numbers for this year’s Montana Millionaire game, which awarded five $1 million prizes. The winning ticket numbers are: #1: 200837 #2: 315500… Read More
Congressional Conflicts: Curb on lawmakers’ stock trades draws fire for being weak
(The Center Square) – A limited ban on stock trading by Congress might get a vote next year after a 2012 law did not do enough to stem the practice… Read More
Montana Joins Multistate Lawsuit Against Uber
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen on filed a lawsuit against Uber, alleging the ridesharing and delivery company engaged in unfair and deceptive practices related to its Uber One subscription service…. Read More
Stocks Rise in Holiday-Shortened Week as Major Indexes Hit Records
U.S. stock markets delivered a strong holiday-week performance as major indexes climbed and closed at or near record highs ahead of Christmas, even as trading volumes were light during the… Read More
Strauss Appointed Director of Montana Department of Corrections
Gov. Greg Gianforte has appointed Eric Strauss as director of the Montana Department of Corrections, with Strauss set to assume the role on Jan. 6. The appointment follows the announcement… Read More
Montana Revokes License of Doctor Accused of Unnecessary Cancer Treatments
The state of Montana has revoked the medical license of Dr. Thomas Weiner, the former director of St. Peter’s Health Cancer Treatment Center, following findings that he harmed patients through… Read More
Nine pharmaceutical companies agree to most-favored-nation pricing
(The Center Square) – An additional nine of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies have agreed to offer many of their most popular drugs at most-favored-nation pricing in the U.S. This… Read More
Daines, Clyde Urge DOJ to Drop Support for NFA Registration Requirements
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines joined Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Ga., in leading a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice urging the agency to adopt Congress’s intent behind a provision in… Read More
Lummis Announces She Will Not Seek Reelection to U.S. Senate
U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., announced Friday that she will not seek reelection next year, setting the stage for an open-seat Republican primary in one of the nation’s most reliably… Read More
Montana Delegation Urges Airlines to Boost Flights to Nashville Ahead of FCS Championship
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines on led a letter to major airline executives urging them to increase flight options from Montana to Nashville, Tennessee, ahead of the FCS National Championship Game…. Read More
Trump Signs Memorandum to Secure U.S. Leadership in 6G
President Donald J. Trump on signed a presidential memorandum aimed at securing the radio spectrum needed to ensure American leadership in the development of sixth-generation, or 6G, wireless technology. The… Read More
Knudsen Leads 26-State Coalition Seeking DOJ Probe of China-Linked Climate Groups
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is leading a 26-state coalition of attorneys general in requesting a U.S. Department of Justice investigation into two climate activist organizations with alleged ties to… Read More
Gianforte Approves 406 JOBS Year One Plan
Gov. Greg Gianforte announced his approval of the 406 JOBS Year One Work Plan, a comprehensive roadmap developed by the State Workforce Innovation Board aimed at modernizing Montana’s workforce development… Read More
‘Long overdue’: Praise for HHS’ action to bar taxpayer-funded sex-change procedures
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ action to bar “sex-rejecting” transgender procedures for minors has met with approval from groups that aim to protect… Read More
Sen. Jason Ellsworth Charged with official misconduct
Prosecutors in the Montana Attorney General’s Office filed official misconduct charges against state Sen. Jason Ellsworth, alleging he acted outside the scope of his lawful authority as a public servant… Read More
Trump Tariffs Shrink Trade Deficit to Five-Year Low
The U.S. trade deficit has narrowed to its smallest level since mid-2020, falling more than 35% compared with last year, underscoring the impact of President Donald J. Trump’s America First… Read More
GAO Report Reveals Widespread Fraud in Obamacare Marketplace
A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) investigation has uncovered massive fraud and systemic weaknesses in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, including fake identities receiving subsidies, misuse of Social Security… Read More
Montana Unemployment Insurance Reforms Save Businesses $23 Million
More than 32,000 Montana businesses will see a reduction in unemployment insurance (UI) tax rates in 2026, resulting in over $23 million in savings, the Montana Department of Labor &… Read More
Knudsen Tapped to Lead GOP Attorneys General
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen will lead the Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) into what the group calls the most consequential election year in its history. Knudsen was unanimously elected… Read More
SpaceX Insider Share Sale Suggests $800 Billion Valuation
SpaceX is moving closer to a public listing, with a secondary share sale indicating a company valuation of $800 billion, according to a letter to shareholders from CFO Bret Johnsen… Read More
Sheehy Leads Bipartisan Push for Free Park Passes to Law Enforcement, Firefighters
U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy is leading a bipartisan effort in the Senate to expand free access to national parks and federal recreation lands for law enforcement officers and firefighters, including… Read More
Illinois legalizes physician-assisted suicide; critics warn of moral, safety risks
(The Center Square) – Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 1950, prompting strong backlash from medical, disability, religious and legal groups who say it was rushed and violates key ethical and… Read More
Montana Supreme Court Sides With Liberal-Backed Judicial Initiative Group
In a ruling that has drawn sharp criticism from Montana conservatives, the state Supreme Court has sided with backers of a proposed ballot measure requiring judicial elections to remain nonpartisan,… Read More
Gov. Gianforte Praises Repeal of Federal Anti-Coal Rule
Gov. Greg Gianforte praised President Donald J. Trump this week for signing two congressional joint resolutions that overturn a Biden administration rule he said threatened Montana’s coal industry and billions… Read More
Gabbard: 2,000 Afghan refugees in U.S. have ties to terrorism
(The Center Square) – An estimated 2,000 Afghan nationals admitted to the United States following the deadly 2021 pullout of American forces from Afghanistan have ties to terrorism, according to… Read More
State money will help establish Black Cultural District in L.A.
(The Center Square) – Thanks to $2.5 million in state funding, south Los Angeles may get a new Black cultural district, according to one of L.A.’s state senators. Sen. Lola… Read More
President Trump Signs Executive Order on Politically-Motivated Proxy Advisors
President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order aimed at curbing the influence of proxy advisory firms that critics say have prioritized political agendas over the financial interests of American… Read More
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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