(The Center Square) – U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, has co-introduced bipartisan legislation to extend a federal $450 million water recycling grant for Western states until 2032. The federal… Read More
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Fed Officials Signal Patience on Rate Cuts
Officials at the Federal Reserve this week reinforced a cautious, data-dependent stance on interest rates, tempering investor expectations for rapid easing despite cooling inflation. In public remarks following the latest… Read More
Treasury Sanctions Hizballah Finance Network, Gold Exchange and Shipping Firms
The U.S. Department of the Treasury moved Thursday to disrupt what officials described as two key financial pipelines sustaining Hezbollah, targeting a Lebanon-based gold exchange and an international procurement and… Read More
White House Touts Cooling Inflation, Rising Real Wages in New CPI Report
The Trump administration on Wednesday pointed to a stronger-than-expected consumer inflation report as evidence that price pressures are easing and real wages are rising, arguing that the economy has rebounded… Read More
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Busy Beekeepers: UMOnline Certificate Trains Master Beekeepers Worldwide
MISSOULA – Despite the balmy June heat, Tamila Morgan was clad head to toe in a tan beekeeping suit as hives teeming with the fuzzy black and yellow pollinators buzzed… Read More
South Dakota AG: Former state employee obtained $400,000 in loans using fake vehicle titles
(The Center Square) – A now-deceased former state employee allegedly forged 13 vehicle titles to obtain almost $400,000 in fraudulent loans, South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley said Thursday. The… Read More
Speaker Mike Johnson Campaigns With Republicans in Billings
Top Republican leaders from Montana converged in Billings today, just a week after former President Donald Trump’s visit to Bozeman. U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson headlined the event, underscoring the… Read More
Montana Supreme Court Rules Minors Can Obtain Abortions Without Parental Consent
The Montana Supreme Court ruled that minors do not need parental permission to obtain an abortion in the state. The decision aligns with a previous lower court ruling that found… Read More
Plastic bag ban fails in Montana for lack of signatures
(The Center Square) – Proposed ballot initiatives to ban single-use plastic bags in Bozeman and Missoula have failed to qualify due to lack of signatures. Montana Plastic Free, the organization… Read More
City of Helena Joins Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority
The Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA) announced today that the City of Helena has officially joined as a government partner, marking a crucial development in efforts to revitalize passenger… Read More
Montana Homeowners Can Now Claim Property Tax Rebate
Governor Greg Gianforte announced today that starting tomorrow, August 15, eligible Montana homeowners can claim a property tax rebate of up to $675 through the website getmyrebate.mt.gov. Homeowners have until… Read More
DOE adds $700 million to North Dakota, Montana electrical energy project
(The Center Square) – The Department of Energy is adding $700 million to a $3.6 billion project that will boost the electrical energy supply for North Dakota and Montana. The… Read More
Walz military retirement coincided with political campaign
(The Center Square) – Democrat Vice Presidential pick and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is again facing scrutiny over his military retirement after Trump running mate J.D. Vance accused Walz of… Read More
Governor Highlights Small Business Successes During 56 County Tour
Continuing his 56 County Tour, Governor Greg Gianforte visited Sweet Grass, Stillwater, and Carbon counties today to showcase local small business achievements and discuss how pro-business policies are supporting Montana’s… Read More
Montana Attorney General Leads Push for Uniform Pesticide Labeling Rule
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of attorneys general in urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to implement a new rule aimed at establishing consistent pesticide labeling… Read More
Montana Attorney General Leads Coalition Supporting National TikTok Ban
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has spearheaded a coalition of 21 state attorneys general in urging the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia to uphold the… Read More
Trump Rallies in Bozeman
Former President Donald Trump held a campaign rally in Bozeman, Montana, on Friday night, aiming to energize supporters and impact down-ballot races in a state he previously won in the… Read More
Gianforte Honors Veterans in Red Lodge and Columbus During Statewide Tour
Governor Greg Gianforte presented the 2023 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation to three distinguished veterans this week, continuing his fourth annual 56 County Tour with ceremonies in Stillwater and Carbon counties…. Read More
Montana to Distribute Second Round of Property Tax Rebates
The Montana Department of Revenue (DOR) is preparing to distribute its second round of property tax rebates to eligible taxpayers. This initiative is part of a broader property tax relief… Read More
Another judge issues a preliminary injunction against Title IX rule
(The Center Square) — A federal judge in Missouri issued another preliminary injunction on Wednesday halting enforcement of the Biden administration’s Title IX rule. The rule issued by the Department of… Read More
Trump, Harris on opposite sides of 2nd Amendment debate
(The Center Square) – Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have opposing views on a wide array of issues, among them Americans’ Second Amendment rights to own… Read More
FACT CHECK: Biden’s claim that illegal border crossings lower than Trump’s is false
(The Center Square) – During President Joe Biden’s address to the American public Wednesday night, he said his administration secured the border. Without discussing border policies in his 10-minute address,… Read More
Big Tech Earnings Week: Apple and Amazon in Focus Amid Market Volatility
This week promises to be pivotal for the tech industry, with major companies set to release their earnings reports amidst a climate of heightened scrutiny and market volatility. Raymond James… Read More
Gov. Gianforte Issues Executive Order Declaring Disaster in Missoula and Mineral Counties
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today issued an executive order declaring a disaster in Missoula and Mineral counties. “A recent severe thunderstorm toppled trees and downed power poles in… Read More
FBI Confirms Former President Trump Was Struck by Bullet in Assassination Attempt
Following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump earlier this month, the FBI has confirmed that Trump was indeed hit by a bullet. In a post on his Truth… Read More
23 Republican AGs call on Senate to pass SAVE Act
(The Center Square) – A coalition of Republican attorneys general have called on the U.S. Senate to pass the SAVE Act, a bill that would ensure additional safeguards are in… Read More
Montana State’s Tami Peters recognized with national med lab science scholarship
BOZEMAN – A student in Montana State University’s medical laboratory science program and a lifelong Bobcat was recognized with a national scholarship last month by one of the nation’s preeminent… Read More
Noem says budget surplus will be used for prison construction
(The Center Square) – South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem said she plans to us an $80.7 million budget surplus to offset prison construction costs. The $80 million surplus includes $24.3… Read More
Montana 4-H Foundation Awards Nearly $40,000 in Scholarships
BOZEMAN — The Montana 4-H Foundation has recently disbursed close to $40,000 in scholarships to 45 graduating 4-H members and alumni across the state, aiming to support their educational… Read More
Glacier Bancorp Reports Strong Quarterly and First Half 2024 Results
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: GBCI) announced its financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2024, highlighting significant developments in earnings and operational performance. For the second quarter… Read More
Brian Webster Appointed to Pulsara’s Board of Directors
BOZEMAN, MT – Pulsara, a leading platform for healthcare communication and logistics, has announced the appointment of Brian Webster, President and CEO of Kestra Medical Technologies, to its Board of… Read More
MSU Extension Supports Local Government Reviews
Montana State University Extension’s Local Government Center is gearing up to assist numerous municipalities and counties in Montana as they embark on their decennial local government reviews. With 43 municipalities… Read More
NorthWestern Energy Seeks Rate Increases for Electric and Gas Customers in Montana
NorthWestern Energy has formally requested approval from Montana regulators to raise rates for its electric and natural gas customers, marking its first rate adjustment petition since its last review two… Read More
Liberal Groups Bring Lawsuit Over Montana Ballot Initiatives
In a contentious legal battle unfolding in Montana, two organizations are taking the state’s Secretary of State to court over signature acceptance rules for proposed constitutional initiatives. These initiatives face… Read More
FBI Identifies Shooter in Attempted Assassination of Former President Trump
The FBI has identified 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks as the suspect in the attempted assassination of former U.S. President Donald Trump. The incident, which unfolded on Saturday, ended with the… Read More
President Trump survives attempted assassination at rally
A terrifying scene unfolded at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday as former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an apparent assassination attempt. Law enforcement officials confirmed that Trump was… Read More
REPUBLICAN PARTY CHAIRMAN CALLS ON JUDGE MENAHAN TO RECUSE HIMSELF
In a strongly-worded statement, Montana Republican Party Chairman Don “K” Kaltschmidt called on Judge Mike Menahan to recuse himself from the CI-128 case. Kaltschmidt accused the judge of bias, alleging… Read More
Report: Nationwide political spending projected to hit $10.69B
(The Center Square) – As the 2024 election season gears up, a recently-released report predicts nationwide political spending will reach a record high $10.69 billion. The Political Projections Report predicts that… Read More
Governor Honors Three Forks Veteran
Governor Greg Gianforte recently honored Sergeant Major Sean Gifford during a ceremony in Three Forks, presenting him with the 2023 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation. “Giving back and serving our neighbors… Read More
Montana’s New Transparency Law Ensures Public Access to Local Government Meetings
Montana’s latest legislative effort to enhance government transparency went into effect on July 1 with the implementation of House Bill 890, aimed at providing the public with clearer insights into… Read More
Nate Silver Calls for Biden to Withdraw from 2024 Race Amid Criticism of Post-Debate Interview
Renowned pollster Nate Silver, founder of ABC’s FiveThirtyEight, has joined a chorus of voices urging President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race following what he termed “incoherent… Read More
Knudsen issues statement on court’s stay of Biden’s 1557 rule change
In a significant legal development, a federal court has granted Attorney General Austin Knudsen’s request to halt the Biden administration’s controversial new rule concerning gender-transition treatments. The rule, proposed under… Read More
Decision Desk HQ changes Montana Senate race to ‘Likely R’
Democratic Senator Jon Tester, currently in his bid for a fourth term in predominantly Republican Montana, faces a pivotal race in 2024. His reelection is crucial for Democrats, who are… Read More
Teachers’ union staff goes on strike
The National Education Association Staff Organization, the union representing NEA employees, set up picket lines around the Pennsylvania Convention Center in downtown Philadelphia on Friday and had planned a three-day… Read More
University study: ‘vast DEI bureaucracy’ negatively impacting U.S. Armed Forces
(The Center Square) – A new Arizona State University study suggests that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts in the United States military are ineffective. The study done by the university’s… Read More
Montana Ranked Third Most Patriotic State in Nation
Governor Greg Gianforte celebrated Montana’s recent ranking as the third most patriotic state in the nation ahead of Independence Day. “God bless America, and Montana,” Gov. Gianforte exclaimed. “This study… Read More
Judges Halt Portions of Biden’s Student Loan Repayment Plan
Two recent court rulings will temporarily prevent the Biden administration from implementing further parts of the president’s student loan repayment plan, which has already lowered or eliminated monthly payments for… Read More
Knudsen responds to Supreme Court Victory
ttorney General Knudsen spearheaded a coalition of 24 states urging the Supreme Court to overturn the lower court’s decision in March. On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a previous… Read More
Immigration takes center stage in contested Montana U.S. Senate race
(The Center Square) – Montana has one of the longest shares of the U.S. border with Canada of any state. However, it’s the other border – nearly 1,000 miles away… Read More
Gianforte Highlights Value-Added Ag on 56 County Tour
Governor Greg Gianforte continued his fourth annual 56 County Tour as governor, meeting with Montanans in Gallatin and Park counties. “Montana is home to a diverse range of industries, from… Read More
Montana Senate Race Heating Up
Jon Tester, the Democratic Senator from Montana, is striving to retain his seat in a state that strongly supported Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election. Despite Montana’s conservative leaning,… Read More
Montana VA gets new director
The Montana VA announced the appointment of Duane Gill as the new director for the Montana VA Health Care System. Effective June 30, Gill will officially take on the role… Read More