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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

June 23, 2025

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

June 22, 2025

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

June 21, 2025

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

June 21, 2025

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Montana Senate Passes SB 42 Requiring Partisan Labels for Judicial Candidates

The Montana Senate has passed Senate Bill 42, a bill that would require judicial candidates at all levels – from Supreme Court justices to municipal judges – to declare a… Read More

March 1, 2025

Michael Saylor Urges Bitcoin Fans to Sell a Kidney Before Parting with Crypto Holdings Amid Market Drop

Michael Saylor, the executive chairman of the newly renamed Strategy, stirred up a social media storm this week with an eyebrow-raising suggestion to his 4 million followers on X (formerly… Read More

March 1, 2025

Poll Shows 60% of Voters Support Requiring Paper Ballots for Election Integrity

Poll Shows 60% of Voters Support Requiring Paper Ballots for Election Integrity A recent national poll reveals that 60% of voters support the idea of requiring paper ballots in U.S…. Read More

March 1, 2025

Montana Motor Vehicle Division and County Treasurer’s Offices Prepare forNew Vehicle Services System Launch

The Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) and County Treasurer’s offices are preparing for the launch of a new vehicle titling and registration system on March 17, 2025. The new system… Read More

March 1, 2025

Gianforte Appoints John A. Mercer to Twentieth Judicial District Court

Governor Greg Gianforte announced today the appointment of John A. Mercer to the Twentieth Judicial District Court, which covers Lake and Sanders Counties. “John served the people of the Twentieth… Read More

March 1, 2025

Walmart’s Stock Performance in 2025: A Year of Challenges and Strategic Shifts

Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) has experienced notable fluctuations in its stock performance throughout 2025, reflecting both the retailer’s strategic initiatives and broader market dynamics. As of February 22, 2025, Walmart’s… Read More

February 27, 2025

Poll Shows Political Realignment as GOP Gains Ground with Minority and Swing Voters

As the 2026 midterm elections approach, a new Cygnal poll reveals shifting political dynamics that could reshape the electoral landscape. Former President Donald Trump’s approval rating has climbed to 50%,… Read More

February 27, 2025

Spokane mayor joins lawsuit against Trump administration over cuts to NIH grants

The Center Square) – Spokane joined the ranks of others suing the Trump administration on Friday amid attempts to reduce federal spending after research institutions spent $9 billion in NIH grants… Read More

February 26, 2025

Bitcoin and digital asset bills filed in at least 31 states

(The Center Square) – Bitcoin and digital asset bills have been field in at least 31 state legislatures, according to a Bitcoin Laws website tracking state legislative filings. The website… Read More

February 25, 2025

U.S. Education department: DEI is a civil rights violation

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Education under the Trump administration says that race-based decisions in education – including race-based hiring, admissions, and scholarships – are unlawful, and… Read More

February 24, 2025

Lee Enterprises Misses Revenue and Earnings Estimates

Lee Enterprises, a long-standing publisher of local newspapers in Montana and across the United States, has reported earnings and revenue that fell short of analyst expectations, continuing a trend of… Read More

February 24, 2025

Trump White House Defends Press Access Restrictions, Citing Presidential Authority

The Trump administration is standing firm against The Associated Press’ lawsuit over restricted press access, asserting the president’s authority to shape media participation in White House events. The lawsuit, filed… Read More

February 22, 2025

Berkshire Hathaway Reports Record Profits as Buffett Warns Washington on Fiscal Prudence

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK.A) posted record annual profits and expanded its cash reserves to $334.2 billion, as Warren Buffett used his annual shareholder letter to issue a pointed message… Read More

February 22, 2025

Attorney General Knudsen Signs Immigration Enforcement Agreement with Trump Administration

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has signed an immigration enforcement agreement with the Trump Administration’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS), allowing state law enforcement to take a more active role… Read More

February 22, 2025

Montana Judge Strikes Down Law Defining Sex as Binary

In a controversial decision that flies in the face of biological science, a Montana District Court judge ruled  that Senate Bill 458— which legally defined sex as strictly male or… Read More

February 22, 2025

Montana Leaders Highlight Progress in Red Tape Reduction

Governor Greg Gianforte and Lieutenant Governor Kristen Juras marked a significant milestone in their administration’s ongoing efforts to streamline government regulations, celebrating the repeal or amendment of over 25% of… Read More

February 22, 2025

UM Law Student Works Within Montana Governor’s Office

Jennifer Hurst, a third-year University of Montana law student, is working within the Office of the Governor during the 2025 legislative session. “Sometimes, I have to pinch myself to make… Read More

February 20, 2025

House passes bill blocking future presidential bans on hydraulic fracking

(The Center Square) – A bill preventing future presidents from unilaterally banning hydraulic fracking is on its way to the Senate after passing the House 226-188 Friday. Sixteen Democrats joined… Read More

February 12, 2025

Lawmakers propose legislation to revoke District of Columbia’s Home Rule Act

(The Center Square) – Legislation has been introduced in Congress to repeal the District of Columbia’s Home Rule Act. U.S. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn. have… Read More

February 11, 2025

Many medical providers end transgender youth procedures after Trump order

(The Center Square) – Late last month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order restricting “transgender” procedures on youth, including puberty blockers and surgeries such as mastectomies and penile reconstruction…. Read More

February 9, 2025

Senator Daines Leads Introduction of Bills to Boost U.S. Energy and Support Rural Communities

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) has introduced two key pieces of legislation aimed at promoting American energy independence, strengthening the nation’s energy sector, and supporting rural communities. The “Supporting Made… Read More

February 8, 2025

Attorney General Knudsen Leads 20-State Coalition Defending Religious Hiring Rights

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is leading a coalition of 20 attorneys general in defending a religious organization’s right to make employment decisions based on religious beliefs in the case… Read More

February 8, 2025

Toyota Recalls Over 140,000 Vehicles for Brake and Seatbelt Issues

Toyota is recalling more than 140,000 Toyota and Lexus vehicles due to potential safety issues, the company announced Thursday. The recall affects certain Tacoma, Camry, and Lexus RX models from… Read More

February 8, 2025

Gov. Armstrong Backs Bill to Streamline State Boards, Cut Government Waste

Gov. Kelly Armstrong testified today in support of Senate Bill 2308, a proposal aimed at reducing the number of state boards and commissions to improve efficiency and cut government costs…. Read More

February 8, 2025

Elliott Investment Takes Stake in BP, Pressures Oil Major for Change

Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has acquired a significant stake in BP Plc, as the British oil giant struggles with years of underperformance and weak investor confidence, according to sources… Read More

February 8, 2025

Daines Introduces Bill to Provide Child Support for Expectant Mothers

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) has introduced the “Unborn Child Support Act”, a bill aimed at recognizing the humanity of unborn children and allowing expectant mothers to receive child support… Read More

February 2, 2025

Montana to Receive $16.5 Million from Purdue Pharma Settlement to Combat Opioid Crisis

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today that the state is set to receive $16.57 million from a $7.4 billion national settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, the… Read More

February 2, 2025

Montana  Joins Coalition in Appeal to Block Taxpayer-Funded Sex-Change Surgery for Convicted Murderer

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of 24 state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief with the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, urging the court to… Read More

February 2, 2025

Bridger Aerospace Deploys Super Scooper Aircraft to Battle California Wildfires

Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc.  has mobilized its CL-415EAF “Super Scooper” aircraft to California to support wildfire suppression efforts, marking the company’s earliest seasonal deployment in its history. The deployment… Read More

February 2, 2025

Fourteen Montana Communities to Participate in Reimagining Rural Program

With the help of two major grants from the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a team in Montana State University’s College of Agriculture is furthering investigations… Read More

February 2, 2025

Gianforte Proposes Historic Tax Cuts for Montanans

Governor Greg Gianforte and Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform, held a press conference at the State Capitol today to outline Gianforte’s ambitious proposals for permanent tax relief… Read More

February 2, 2025

Glacier Bancorp to Acquire Bank of Idaho in $245M Deal

Glacier Bancorp Inc. (NYSE: GBCI) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Bank of Idaho Holding Co. (OTCQX: BOID) in a $245.4 million all-stock transaction, further expanding its presence in… Read More

February 2, 2025

Montana Joins $106 Million Settlement with Vanguard Over Investor Tax Impact

Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown announced today that the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) has joined a multi-state task force and the… Read More

February 2, 2025

Headwaters Hospice Expands, Bringing Compassionate Care to More Montanans

Just one year after earning CHAP Accreditation, Headwaters Hospice and Palliative Care has become a trusted provider of compassionate end-of-life care in the Helena Valley. Fueled by overwhelming community support,… Read More

February 2, 2025

Eagle Bancorp Montana Reports Strong Fourth Quarter Earnings

Eagle Bancorp Montana, Inc. (NASDAQ: EBMT), the holding company for Opportunity Bank of Montana, reported a 26.7% increase in net income for the fourth quarter of 2024, reaching $3.4 million,… Read More

February 2, 2025

Lawmaker proposes turning Evergreen State College into UW Health Sciences campus

(The Center Square) – Senate Minority Leader John Braun, R-Centralia, wants to transform The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Wash., into a University of Washington Health Sciences campus. Braun has… Read More

January 30, 2025

Washington med school opens up segregated resource to all races following lawsuit

(The Center Square) – After a lawsuit, the University of Washington renamed its racially-segregated “BIPOC Physicians Directory” to “MD Connections Directory” and opened the resource to all races. “The University… Read More

January 29, 2025

New bill would end federally funded transgender surgeries, hormones for minors

(The Center Square) – Republican lawmakers have introduced a new bill that would block Medicaid from paying for gender transition drugs and surgeries for minors. U.S. Reps. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas,… Read More

January 28, 2025

World Health Organization wants U.S. to reconsider withdrawal plans

(The Center Square) – The World Health Organization responded Tuesday to President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the U.S. from the U.N. health organization, but didn’t address any of the… Read More

January 27, 2025

War on DEI: Full scale battle kicks off as Trump takes office

The Center Square) – Diversity, equity and inclusion polices are retreating nationwide, from the federal government to corporations around the country. President Donald Trump immediately upon taking office began rooting… Read More

January 27, 2025

Senator Daines Introduce Bill to Make Small Business Tax Cuts Permanent

Amid ongoing discussions about the future of President Trump’s tax cuts, U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.), alongside Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and 33 other Republican senators, introduced the… Read More

January 25, 2025

Zinke Reintroduces Conservation Bills

Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke has reintroduced a series of conservation bills aimed at protecting public lands, ensuring water levels in Flathead Lake, and preserving wildlife migration corridors. The bills,… Read More

January 24, 2025

Montana Secures $3.2 Million in Federal Funds to Boost Affordable Housing

The Montana Department of Commerce announced today that more than $3.2 million in federal funding has been allocated to develop and preserve affordable housing in four Montana communities. The funds,… Read More

January 23, 2025

Governor Gianforte Named Chair of Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus

Governor Greg Gianforte has been named chair of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC), a bipartisan coalition of governors committed to protecting and advancing the interests of sportsmen and women across… Read More

January 23, 2025

DEQ Announces $1 Million in Grants for Water Quality Improvement Projects

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is now accepting applications for $1 million in grant funding to support projects aimed at reducing nonpoint source pollution in the state’s lakes… Read More

January 22, 2025

Waded Cruzado Named Next President of the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities

The Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) announced today that Waded Cruzado, president of Montana State University (MSU), will become the association’s next president, effective July 1. Cruzado, a… Read More

January 18, 2025

WA GOP chair doesn’t think Dems are serious about Inslee’s proposed wealth tax

(The Center Square) – Last month, outgoing Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee proposed a 1% tax on an individual’s wealth above $100 million as part of a plan to plug… Read More

January 8, 2025

Governor Greg Gianforte Sworn in for Second Term as Montana Governor

On the steps of the Montana State Capitol, Governor Greg Gianforte was officially sworn in Monday for his second term as the 25th Governor of Montana. Accompanied by his wife,… Read More

January 7, 2025

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