Intel Corporation delivered a quarterly report that suggests one of the most important markets in technology is tightening again: central processing units are in short supply just as demand rebounds…. Read More
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Billings Hosts Anti-Trafficking Summit
A regional anti-human trafficking conference wrapped up in Billings after bringing together law enforcement officers, prosecutors, educators and victim-service advocates from across the Rocky Mountain region for specialized training on… Read More
Gianforte Names Advisory Council for Judicial Vacancy
Gov. Greg Gianforte has appointed a seven-member advisory council to help review candidates for the vacant district court judgeship in Montana’s Sixth Judicial District, which serves Park County and Sweet… Read More
U.S. Manufacturing Roars Back
American manufacturing is showing fresh momentum, with factory activity climbing to its strongest level in four years as companies expand domestic production and investors warm to an industrial rebound. Recent… Read More
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Sheehy Secures $12.2 Million for Montana Projects in Senate Funding Bill
Sen. Tim Sheehy announced that Montana projects will receive $12.2 million under a federal funding bill passed by the U.S. Senate and sent to President Donald Trump for signature. The… Read More
Montana Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.3% in November, Remains Among Nation’s Lowest
Montana’s unemployment rate increased to 3.3 percent in November, continuing a streak of more than four consecutive years with unemployment at or below 3.4 percent, state officials announced. The state’s… Read More
Justice McKinnon Pleads Not Guilty to Misdemeanor Reckless Endangerment Charge
Montana Supreme Court Justice Laurie McKinnon is facing a misdemeanor charge of reckless endangerment of emergency personnel stemming from a November traffic stop in Broadwater County, a case that has… Read More
MoFi Awarded $85 Million in New Markets Tax Credits
MoFi, a nonprofit community development financial institution serving Western states, has received an $85 million New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) allocation from the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development… Read More
Speaker Johnson: Only Republicans Can Restore American Greatness
House Speaker Johnson spoke yesterday at the kickoff of the House Republican policy summit, delivering a wide-ranging address that touched on the party’s legislative agenda, U.S. military action in Venezuela,… Read More
Democratic Field Grows in Challenge to Zinke
A growing field of Democrats is lining up to challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke in Montana’s western U.S. House district, as the party looks to mount a competitive bid… Read More
Knudsen, Gianforte Urge Montanans to Learn Signs of Human Trafficking During Prevention Month
Attorney General Austin Knudsen and Gov. Greg Gianforte on Tuesday recognized Human Trafficking Prevention Month by encouraging Montanans to learn the warning signs of human trafficking and report suspicious activity… Read More
Governor Gianforte Highlights Workforce Training, Apprenticeships in Bozeman
Governor Greg Gianforte joined Johnson Metal Works in Bozeman to celebrate the expansion of apprenticeship opportunities that prepare Montana students for high-demand, well-paying careers. “Apprenticeships open doors for Montanans to… Read More
Berkshire Hathaway Completes $9.7 Billion Acquisition of OxyChem
Berkshire Hathaway announced Friday that it has completed its $9.7 billion acquisition of OxyChem from Occidental Petroleum (OXY). OxyChem, a leading chemical manufacturer, will continue to be led by Wade… Read More
OpenAI and SoftBank Invest $1 Billion in SB Energy to Power AI Data Centers
OpenAI and SoftBank Group Corp. are jointly investing $1 billion in SB Energy, the infrastructure company helping build out the United States’ next generation of artificial intelligence data centers. Under… Read More
DEQ Seeks Public Comment on North Plains Connector Project
he Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is inviting public input on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed North Plains Connector Project. The comment period is open… Read More
President Directs U.S. Withdrawal from Dozens of International Organizations and Treaties
The White House announced Friday that the United States will begin withdrawing from a broad range of international organizations, conventions, and treaties deemed “contrary to the interests of the United… Read More
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