A Big Horn County woman has received a 10-year deferred imposition of sentence and was ordered to pay more than $101,000 in restitution after being convicted of financially exploiting her… Read More
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Gianforte, Forest Service Announce First Shared Forest Management
Gov. Greg Gianforte and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz announced two priority forest landscapes in Montana that will serve as the first major project areas under the state’s new… Read More
Parents’ rights advocates hail SCOTUS ruling against secret gender transitions
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Mirabelli v. Olson deciding against California’s law that allowed for gender transitions of school children without parental knowledge has met with… Read More
Stocks Fall for the Week as Investors Weigh Economic Signals
U.S. stocks closed lower this week as investors grappled with renewed uncertainty around interest rates, economic growth, and upcoming corporate earnings. The broad market benchmark, the S&P 500, posted a… Read More
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Daktronics to Release Q2 Fiscal 2025 Financial Results on December 4, 2024
Daktronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAKT), a global leader in display systems, announced today that it will release its second-quarter fiscal 2025 financial results on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, before the market… Read More
‘Rosie the Riveter’ Lucille MacDonald dies at age 98 in Hawaii
FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii — Lucille “Cille” MacDonald, who this spring was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for “Rosie the Riveter” work during World War II, died Friday in Valley Island,… Read More
Montana Department of Commerce Awards $1.4 Million to Boost Rural Emergency Services
The Montana Department of Commerce announced today that 26 rural safety agencies will receive more than $1.4 million in grant funding to enhance emergency service capabilities in areas experiencing increased… Read More
Governor Opens Applications for District Court Judge Vacancy in Montana’s Seventh Judicial District
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has begun accepting applications and nominations to fill a district court judge vacancy in the Seventh Judicial District, which serves Dawson, Prairie, McCone, Richland, and Wibaux… Read More
Active-duty military suicides increase despite prevention efforts
(The Center Square) – More service members died by suicide in 2023, according to figures released by the Pentagon on Thursday. The Pentagon’s Annual Report on Suicide in the Military found… Read More
Pentagon still can’t pass audit despite years of trying
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Defense’s annual audit once again resulted in a disclaimer. That means the federal government’s largest agency – with a budget of more… Read More
DEA says potency of illicit fentanyl pills declining
(The Center Square) – U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration officials said the potency of illicit fentanyl pills is declining, but half remain powerful enough to kill with a single dose. DEA officials… Read More
Energy independence group hails Trump cabinet picks
(The Center Square) – A group that advocates for American energy independence is applauding President Donald Trump’s recent cabinet selections, including Saturday’s nomination of Chris Wright as secretary of the… Read More
7k Metals Unveils Limited-Edition 1-Kilo Grand Canyon Silver Coin for Black Friday 2024
Idaho-based 7k Metals is set to make waves in the numismatic world with the launch of one of its largest and most innovative coins: the 1-kilo Grand Canyon silver coin…. Read More
Warren Buffett Trims Apple Stake Amid Broader Selling Streak at Berkshire Hathaway
Legendary investor Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A, NYSE: BRK.B), continues to captivate the financial world with his investment moves. As of November 14, Berkshire’s Class A shares… Read More
Montana FWP Director Dustin Temple Announces Retirement
Governor Greg Gianforte announced today that Dustin Temple, director of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP), will retire at the end of the year after a distinguished 20-year career with… Read More
Netanyahu Confirms Israeli Airstrike Targeted Iran’s Nuclear Capabilities
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Monday that Israel’s airstrike on Iran last month targeted a specific element of Tehran’s nuclear program, while also damaging its defense and missile production… Read More
Montana Law Enforcement Academy Graduates 62 New Officers
The Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA), part of the Montana Department of Justice, celebrated the graduation of 62 new officers today. These graduates will serve in 40 agencies across the… Read More
Billings City Administrator’s Pay Increase Postponed Amid Ongoing Water Bill Audit
Billings City Administrator Chris Kukulski, currently in the second year of a three-year contract, will see a delay in discussions about his pay increase. The Billings City Council decided to… Read More
Trump Picks Brendan Carr as Chairman of the FCC
President-elect Donald Trump has announced his selection of Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), a move that is expected to reshape the agency’s direction on telecom… Read More
Prosecutors seek more time in Trump’s election interference case
(The Center Square) – Federal prosecutors filed a motion Friday seeking more time to determine how to proceed in President-elect Donald Trump’s election interference case. Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team… Read More
New York City to end controversial migrant debit card program
(The Center Square) — New York City is ending its controversial program that gave newly arriving migrants debit cards pre-loaded with money to pay for food, baby supplies and other… Read More
Republicans on track to control all three branches of government
(The Center Square) – Republicans are on track to control all three branches of government for the first time since former President Donald Trump took the nation by surprise with… Read More
California’s carbon credit update could raise fuel costs by $162B through 2046
(The Center Square) – California lawmakers are demanding a cost analysis and vote delay by an appointed state commission on carbon credit changes that could significantly increase the costs of… Read More
Greg Gianforte Declared Winner of Montana Governor’s Race
Decision Desk HQ has officially called Montana’s Governor race for incumbent Republican Greg Gianforte, as early results show him leading Democratic challenger Ryan Busse by a wide margin. With 6.2%… Read More
Tim Sheehy Defeats Jon Tester
Republican Tim Sheehy has won Montana’s high-stakes U.S. Senate race, defeating three-term Democratic incumbent Jon Tester in a contest that saw record-breaking spending and national attention. Sheehy’s victory bolsters the… Read More
Donald Trump Elected 47th President of the United States
Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States, completing an extraordinary political comeback. With his victory in Wisconsin, Trump secured the 270 electoral votes needed to… Read More
Austin Knudsen Wins Re-election as Montana Attorney General
The Associated Press has called Austin Knudsen the winner of the race for Montana Attorney General, with 86.1% of the votes counted. Knudsen, the Republican incumbent, has successfully secured a… Read More
Venezuelan gang members accused in Dallas-area murder
(The Center Square) – More illegal border crossers who are confirmed Venezuelan Tren De Aragua prison gang members continue to be arrested for allegedly committing violent crimes in Texas. Three… Read More
Treasury to expand oversight of foreign entities’ property purchases near military bases
The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued a final rule Friday that expands the government’s ability to review foreign real estate transactions near more than 60 military bases and installations across 30… Read More
RNC sues Georgia counties over election integrity claims
(The Center Square) – The Republican National Committee sued several Georgia counties Saturday alleging they accepted ballots over the weekend without allowing Republican poll watchers to observe the process. “Democrat… Read More
University of Montana Alumni Association Honors Five Distinguished Alumni
The University of Montana Alumni Association (UMAA) has announced the recipients of this year’s Distinguished Alumni Awards, recognizing five individuals who have made significant contributions in their fields and brought… Read More
Harlem Globetrotters to Perform at MSU’s Brick Breeden Fieldhouse on February 7
The Harlem Globetrotters will bring their signature blend of athleticism and comedy to Montana State University’s Brick Breeden Fieldhouse at 7 p.m. on Friday, February 7, as part of their… Read More
Governor Gianforte Visits Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch to Support Youth Mental Health Initiatives
Governor Greg Gianforte visited the Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch (YBGR) in Billings on Wednesday, expressing gratitude to staff for their work in supporting youth facing mental health challenges. “From… Read More
Jim Weatherly inducted into Montana Professional Engineers Hall of Fame
BOZEMAN — Jim Weatherly, whose career includes leading an influential Montana-based engineering firm for nearly 30 years, will be inducted into the Montana Professional Engineers Hall of Fame on Nov…. Read More
Montana State University Receives $6.4 Million Grant for Railway Workforce Development
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $6.4 million grant to the Western Transportation Institute (WTI) at Montana State University to support workforce development in the railway sector throughout… Read More
Knudsen launches investigation into pediatric group for misleading puberty blocker guidelines
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today the launch of an investigation involving a coalition of 12 state attorneys general into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). The inquiry centers… Read More
Eagle Bancorp Montana Reports Strong Third Quarter Performance
Eagle Bancorp Montana, Inc. (NASDAQ: EBMT), the parent company of Opportunity Bank of Montana, announced today a net income of $2.7 million, or $0.34 per diluted share, for the third… Read More
Governor Gianforte Highlights Montana Innovation at Oxbow Cattle Company
Governor Greg Gianforte visited Oxbow Cattle Company in Missoula, celebrating the innovative work of owners Bart and Wendy Morris in promoting the value of Montana products. “Across Montana, producers like… Read More
Montana Republican Party Chairman Calls Out Tester Over Law Enforcement Funding Claims
Montana Republican Party Chairman Don “K” Kaltschmidt issued a statement today criticizing Senator Jon Tester for what he claims are false assertions regarding funding for law enforcement in a recent… Read More
16 AGs call on DHS to verify citizenship information of registered voters
(The Center Square) – Sixteen attorneys general, led by Ohio AG Dave Yost, called on Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to provide voter registration information to states, particularly… Read More
Department of Education loan rule could cost up to $600 billion
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Education’s proposed rules for student loan forgiveness could cost taxpayers up to $600 billion, far more than the department estimated, according to budget… Read More
Gianforte Celebrates $700 Million Investment in Montana’s Energy Infrastructure
Governor Greg Gianforte joined community leaders today to announce a $700 million investment aimed at enhancing affordable and reliable energy in Montana through the North Plains Connector Interregional Innovation project…. Read More
GOP Chairman Criticizes Suspension Recommendation for Attorney General Knudsen
Montana Republican Party Chairman Don Kaltschmidt has condemned the Commission on Practices (COP) following their recommendation to suspend Attorney General Austin Knudsen for 90 days. Kaltschmidt described the recommendation as… Read More
Montana State to honor Tryg Koch with Outstanding Agricultural Leader award
Next month Tryg Koch, a familiar face to many in Montana’s agricultural community, will be recognized by the Montana State University College of Agriculture during the annual Celebrate Ag event…. Read More
Daines Criticizes Biden Administration’s Mining Regulations as “Cynical”
U.S. Senator Steve Daines today condemned new guidance issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit (45X), labeling it a “cynical and desperate attempt… Read More
Montana State University Extension to Host Inaugural Cattle Academy in Miles City
Montana State University (MSU) Extension is set to launch the first Cattle Academy, a biennial regional conference for beef cattle producers, on November 19-20 at the Custer County Event Center,… Read More
Feds end 2024 with $1.8 trillion deficit; national debt nears $36 trillion
(The Center Square) – The federal government spent $1.8 trillion more than it collected in tax revenue in fiscal year 2024, according to figures released Friday by U.S. Treasury Department…. Read More
‘Disaster Equity:’ FEMA shifted focus to migrants, climate and DEI
(The Center Square) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency is taking fire for its increased focus on migrants, and diversity, equity and inclusion policies while its response to recent hurricanes… Read More
Supreme Court to hear oral arguments on transgender ban
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Dec. 4 in a case challenging a bill that prohibits gender-affirming surgeries and treatments for minors. Senate Bill 1… Read More
Montana University System Launches Search for New President of Montana State University
The Montana University System (MUS) is initiating a comprehensive national search to find a successor for Waded Cruzado, who has announced her retirement as President of Montana State University (MSU)… Read More
Montana State University to Host 18th Annual Agricultural Economics Conference
Montana State University’s Department of Agricultural Economics and Economics, in collaboration with MSU Extension, will host the 18th Annual Agricultural Economics Conference from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday,… Read More
Governor Gianforte Spotlights Missoula FFA Students’ Tiny Home Project
Governor Greg Gianforte recently praised the innovative efforts of Missoula FFA students during the FFA State Convention, where they showcased their work on building a tiny home. “Innovation in education… Read More