(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is taking new applications to conduct pilot programs in five different states focused on reducing federal assistance. The… Read More
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UM Launches New Major in Entertainment, Events and Sports Management
Marley Miller came to the University of Montana as a pre-med student, but quickly discovered a different path through the College of Business to pursue his passion for music and… Read More
Reported illegal entries continue to decline, reversing Biden trajectory
(The Center Square) – Reported illegal entries continue to decline nationwide, reversing a Biden administration trajectory where the numbers of encounters and apprehensions broke records every month. In May, illegal… Read More
Attorney General Knudsen Appoints Billings Attorney Emily Jones to Judicial Standards Commission
Attorney General Austin Knudsen today announced the appointment of Billings attorney Emily Jones to the Montana Judicial Standards Commission, a key body responsible for upholding the integrity and ethical standards… Read More
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Pilot program to focus on ‘personal responibility’ in welfare programs
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is taking new applications to conduct pilot programs in five different states focused on reducing federal assistance. The… Read More
UM Launches New Major in Entertainment, Events and Sports Management
Marley Miller came to the University of Montana as a pre-med student, but quickly discovered a different path through the College of Business to pursue his passion for music and… Read More
Reported illegal entries continue to decline, reversing Biden trajectory
(The Center Square) – Reported illegal entries continue to decline nationwide, reversing a Biden administration trajectory where the numbers of encounters and apprehensions broke records every month. In May, illegal… Read More
Attorney General Knudsen Appoints Billings Attorney Emily Jones to Judicial Standards Commission
Attorney General Austin Knudsen today announced the appointment of Billings attorney Emily Jones to the Montana Judicial Standards Commission, a key body responsible for upholding the integrity and ethical standards… Read More
Judge Dan Wilson Raises Over $113,000 in First Quarter of Supreme Court Campaign
Flathead District Court Judge Dan Wilson announced Tuesday that he has raised $113,859 in the first quarter since launching his campaign for the Montana Supreme Court, marking a strong start… Read More
Senators Sheehy, Daines Applaud Senate Passage of “One, Big, Beautiful Bill”
Montana’s U.S. Senators Tim Sheehy and Steve Daines praised the Senate’s passage of a sweeping legislative package dubbed the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” calling it a major victory for working… Read More
Zinke Announces $4 Million Grant to Expand Apprenticeship Programs in Montana
Congressman Ryan Zinke announced that the Montana Department of Labor and Industry has been awarded $4 million in federal funding to expand apprenticeship programs across the state. The funding comes… Read More
Bozeman Tops List as Most Expensive U.S. Airport for Summer Car Rentals, Survey Finds
Travelers heading to Montana this summer may face sticker shock at the rental car counter. Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) has been named the most expensive airport in the country… Read More
Gianforte, U.S. Forest Service Formalize Landmark Shared Stewardship Agreement for Montana’s Forests
Governor Greg Gianforte and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz has signed a historic Shared Stewardship Agreement between the State of Montana and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service,… Read More
Gov. Little Hosts Trump Administration Officials
Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke welcomed top officials from the Trump administration to Idaho this week for a wildfire preparedness roundtable and the Governor’s annual trail ride,… Read More
Montana Attorney General Launches Investigation into Lee Enterprises Following Cyberattack
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced Friday that his office has opened an investigation into Lee Enterprises following a February cyberattack that compromised the personal information of nearly 40,000 employees… Read More
Gianforte Praises Supreme Court Ruling
Governor Greg Gianforte applauded the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in United States v. Skrmetti, upholding Tennessee’s Youth Protection Act and reinforcing the right of states to restrict certain medical and… Read More
President Trump Signs Senator Sheehy’s Aerial Firefighting Bill Into Law
In a major legislative milestone for freshman U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), President Donald J. Trump on Friday signed into law the Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act, Sheehy’s bipartisan bill to… Read More
Senator Daines Leads Bipartisan Push to Celebrate “Great Outdoors Month”
U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) is once again championing Montana’s outdoor heritage on the national stage, as the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution he co-led to designate June… Read More
Sheehy Introduces Legislation to Compensate Service Members Discharged Over COVID Vaccine Mandate
U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy introduced the COVID-19 Military Backpay Act of 2025 on Friday, aiming to provide backpay and compensation to thousands of service members who were discharged from the… Read More
Here’s how American taxpayers will be impacted if the ‘big, beautiful bill’ fails
(The Center Square) – The Republican budget resolution, which among other things would extend the expiring 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, has sparked concerns over the resulting trillions of… Read More
Supreme Court rules against Florida firefighter who lost health benefits
(The Center Square) – Litigation cannot be pursued by a disabled Florida firefighter against the city of Sanford under the Americans With Disability Act, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday…. Read More
Gianforte Appoints Marta Bertoglio as Department of Commerce Director
Governor Greg Gianforte announced the appointment of State Representative Marta Bertoglio as the new Director of the Montana Department of Commerce, signaling a continued focus on economic growth and job… Read More
Trump’s Job Approval Hits 53%
A Rasmussen poll conducted June 8-12, 2025, found that 53% of voters approve of former President Donald Trump’s job performance, reflecting robust support across racial groups. Notably, 54% of Black… Read More
Montana Historical Society Launches Final Fundraising Push for Montana Heritage Center
The Montana Historical Society has kicked off the final phase of its ambitious capital campaign to complete the Montana Heritage Center, announcing a $1 million fundraising goal to cross the… Read More
Gianforte Honors Seven Central Montana Veterans
Governor Greg Gianforte honored seven distinguished Montana veterans this week with the 2024 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation, recognizing their military service and continued contributions to their communities. The ceremonies took… Read More
Montana State’s Leon Costello Named FCS Athletic Director of the Year
Montana State University Athletic Director Leon Costello has been named a 2023–24 FCS Athletic Director of the Year by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA), recognizing his… Read More
Performance Engineering Earns National Honors
Performance Engineering continues to gain national attention for combining rapid growth with a people-first workplace culture, earning two prestigious 2025 awards from the Zweig Group: Best Firms to Work For… Read More
Stock Market Rides Wave of Tech Gains and Trade Hopes Amid Weekly Swings
The U.S. stock market delivered a gripping performance this week, propelled by tech sector strength, a solid jobs report, and flickers of optimism in U.S.-China trade talks, though tariff jitters… Read More
Idaho Partners with ICE to Transport Dangerous Illegal Alien Criminals Out of State
Governor Brad Little announced today a new agreement between the Idaho State Police (ISP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under the federal 287(g) program. The partnership authorizes Idaho… Read More
Gianforte Hails Trump Administration for Approving Signal Peak Mine Permit
Governor Greg Gianforte on Thursday praised the Trump Administration’s approval of a crucial mining permit for the Signal Peak Energy coal mine, calling the move a major victory for Montana… Read More
Daines, Zinke Lead Bipartisan Effort to Combat Drug Trafficking in Tribal Communities
U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Representative Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.) teamed up with Senators Tina Smith (D-Minn.) and Representative Rick Larsen (D-Wash.) to introduce the bipartisan PROTECT Act, aimed at… Read More
Sheehy’s Bipartisan Wildfire Bill Heads to President Trump’s Desk
U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy’s bipartisan Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act is on its way to President Donald J. Trump’s desk after clearing the House of Representatives today. The legislation, introduced by… Read More
Knudsen Praises SCOTUS Unanimous Ruling for U.S. Gun Manufacturers
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen celebrated a major legal victory for American gun manufacturers and Second Amendment advocates on Thursday after the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously dismissed a lawsuit filed… Read More
Montana Attorney General Knudsen Leads 28-State Coalition Against Maine Gun Law
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is spearheading a 28-state coalition backing a legal challenge to Maine’s newly enacted 72-hour waiting period for firearm purchases, calling the law an unconstitutional infringement… Read More
Supreme Court Delivers Wave of Unanimous Rulings
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a series of unanimous decisions this week, resolving contentious disputes and clarifying legal boundaries on discrimination, religious tax exemptions, gun manufacturer liability, and environmental regulations…. Read More
Gianforte Continues 56 County Tour
Governor Greg Gianforte continued his fifth annual 56 County Tour this week, meeting with Montanans in Golden Valley, Wheatland, and Fergus counties to celebrate legislative wins and highlight rural resilience…. Read More
Sheehy Fulfills Campaign Promise With Blind Trust
Senator Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.) has followed through on a key campaign promise by placing up to $50 million of his Bridger Aerospace stock into two blind trusts — a move … Read More
Law enforcement agencies in 40 states are partnering with ICE 287(g) program
The Center Square) – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is calling on law enforcement officials in all U.S. counties to participate in a federal program, 287(g). Those who do receive… Read More
Watchdogs: New Montana law restricting foreign money in elections insufficient
(The Center Square) – Montana recently became the sixth state this year to pass a ban on foreign spending on ballot measures. Watchdog organizations, however, say the state’s new law… Read More
In just a few months, ICE makes 1,000+ worksite enforcement actions
(The Center Square) – In just a few months, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have arrested more than 1,000 “illegal alien workers without employment authorization.” It’s “the highest rate… Read More
Poll: College not preparing students for workforce, managers avoid hiring them
(The Center Square) – American colleges are not preparing students for the workforce, according to a recent poll, with hiring managers saying many graduates are entitled, easily offended, and on… Read More
Governor Gianforte Announces Board Appointments
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the following appointments: Board of Regents of Higher Education Carter Jasper, Missoula: A graduate of Saint Regis High School, Jasper is a student at the… Read More
Zinke Votes to Pass “Big Beautiful Bill”
Congressman Ryan Zinke (MT-01) announced his vote in favor of the Big Beautiful Bill Act, landmark legislation that he says delivers long-awaited reforms to federal tax policy, border security, entitlement… Read More
Senator Steve Daines Leads Push to Strengthen Veteran Health Care Access
U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) has introduced new legislation aimed at reinforcing the Department of Veterans Affairs’ commitment to accessible, high-quality health care for America’s veterans. Joined by Senators Chuck… Read More
North Dakota Reports Slight Dip in Q1 2025 Taxable Sales
North Dakota Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus announced today that the state’s taxable sales and purchases for the first quarter of 2025 totaled $5.65 billion, reflecting a 1.53% decrease compared to… Read More
Montana Ranks Third Nationally for Lowest Unemployment
Montana continues to outperform much of the nation in employment, ranking third among U.S. states for the lowest unemployment rate, Governor Greg Gianforte announced. The state’s jobless rate held steady… Read More
Senate Committee Advances North Dakota Superintendent Baesler’s Nomination for Federal Education Post
North Dakota State Superintendent of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler’s nomination to serve as the U.S. Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education has advanced to the full United States Senate…. Read More
Daktronics to Participate in Craig-Hallum’s 22nd Annual Institutional Investor Conference
Daktronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: DAKT), a dynamic video communication displays and control systems company, announced today that Interim Chief Executive Officer Brad Wiemann and Acting Chief Financial Officer Howard Atkins will… Read More
Buckskin Mine Honored with 2025 DEQ Excellence in Mining Reclamation Award
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has awarded the 2025 Excellence in Mining Reclamation Award in the coal category to the Buckskin Mine for its outstanding work restoring native… Read More
Officials Urge Caution on Roads as “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” Begin
With Memorial Day weekend kicking off the unofficial start of summer, Attorney General Austin Knudsen and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) are urging Montanans to drive safely as the state… Read More
Microsoft Marks 50th Anniversary
Microsoft the technology titan that reshaped personal computing, celebrated its 50th anniversary on April 4, 2025, reflecting on a storied legacy while charting an ambitious path forward in artificial intelligence… Read More
Lawmakers propose legislation to prevent China’s global military expansion
(The Center Square) – As China continues to expand its military presence worldwide, a bipartisan group of senators is introducing legislation to counter potential risks. Sens. Tim Kaine, D-Va., Chris… Read More