Montana has vaulted from 22nd to 8th in national fiscal health rankings over the past four years, according to a new report from Truth in Accounting, a nonpartisan think tank… Read More
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North Dakota District Judge Todd Cresap to Retire After 17 Years on the Bench
North Central Judicial District Judge Todd L. Cresap has announced he will retire effective July 17, 2026, ending a judicial career that spans nearly two decades in northwestern North Dakota…. Read More
Gianforte Touts Bozeman’s Rise as a National Business Hub
Bozeman has earned recognition as one of the country’s leading entrepreneurship hubs, with Gallatin County landing in the 98th percentile on a national index measuring entrepreneurial activity in rural communities,… Read More
Montana Attorney General Asks Supreme Court to Toss Gallatin County Challenge Over ICE Data Sharing
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen filed a response with the Montana Supreme Court this week asking it to dismiss a petition brought by Gallatin County Attorney Audrey Cromwell, escalating a… Read More
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South Dakota Attorney General Announces Indictments in Cocaine Network Case
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced Wednesday that nine individuals—eight men and one woman—have been indicted by a Davison County Grand Jury for their alleged involvement in a cocaine… Read More
Report: State reliance on federal funds up significantly since 1990s
(The Center Square) – States rely on federal dollars more than they have in modern history, according to a new report, with one of the report’s authors saying such dependency… Read More
Zinke Co-Sponsors Constitutional Amendment to Withhold Lawmakers’ Pay During Shutdowns
Congressman Ryan Zinke announced his co-sponsorship of a constitutional amendment proposed by South Carolina Congressman Ralph Norman that would prohibit Members of Congress from receiving pay during government shutdowns, with… Read More
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana Over Data Breach
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBSMT) over a data breach that allegedly exposed the sensitive personal and medical information of hundreds… Read More
Daines Highlights U.S.-Central Asia Partnership at C5+1 Conference
Senator Steve Daines underscored the importance of strong economic and strategic ties between the United States and Central Asia during the C5+1 Tenth Anniversary Business Conference this week, delivering both… Read More
Montana State hosts decorated Marine veteran in honor of Veterans Day
U.S. Marine Corps veteran Rudy Reyes will visit Montana State University on Veterans Day to share his journey of military service and personal transformation. His talk, titled “Self-Development: A Lifelong… Read More
Stocks Cool After Record Run as Investors Reassess Economic Signals
U.S. markets lost momentum this week as investors stepped back from recent highs, digesting mixed economic signals and growing uncertainty around the outlook for interest rates and growth. After several… Read More
Government Shutdown Enters Sixth Week
The federal government shutdown entered its sixth week this weekend, stretching into the longest in U.S. history and revealing the mounting toll of Washington’s political stalemate. With more than 1,000… Read More
Original Governor’s Mansion to Close for Major Restoration Work
The Original Governor’s Mansion will temporarily close to public tours beginning November 1, 2025, as contractors begin a series of critical exterior repairs aimed at preserving one of Montana’s most… Read More
ELECTION DAY 2025: NYC elects Mamdani, Democrats sweep VA, NJ governors’ races
(The Center Square) – Self-proclaimed democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani will be the next mayor of New York City after taking down the former Democrat New York governor for a second time… Read More
Montana Commerce Tourism Loans Help Revitalize Historic Sites
The Montana Department of Commerce announced Wednesday that last year $24 million in tourism loan funding was distributed to economic development organizations (EDOs) across the state to help grow local… Read More
Death threats against ICE officers up by 8,000%, DHS says
(The Center Square) – Death threats against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers are up by 8,000% compared to the same timeframe last year, the Department of Homeland Security said on… Read More
Hilltop Bank to Acquire Cheyenne State Bank
Hilltop Bank announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire Cheyenne State Bank, marking a significant expansion of its banking footprint in Wyoming. Under the terms of the… Read More
Senator Daines Tours MSU’s Cutting-Edge Quantum Research Facility
Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) visited Montana State University’s state-of-the-art quantum research facility on Halloween, highlighting the university’s advancements in technology and the critical role quantum research plays in Montana’s economy…. Read More
Montana State Auditor Launches Investigation After Blue Cross Data Breach
Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown announced an immediate investigation into Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBSMT) following a major data breach that may… Read More
Sheehy Launches Bipartisan Senate Stewardship Caucus
Senator Sheehy (R-Mont.) joined forces with Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) this week to launch the Senate Stewardship Caucus, a bipartisan effort focused on protecting public lands, promoting responsible land management,… Read More
Montana manufacturing outpaces most other sectors, generating $2 billion in wages
Montana’s manufacturing sector remains a cornerstone of the state’s economy, according to three reports on the state of manufacturing recently released by the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center at Montana State… Read More
Montana State University receives grant to support nursing graduates in rural health care systems
Montana State University’s Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing and the Montana State University Alumni Foundation recently received a Blue Impact Grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of… Read More
Wall Street Charges Higher as Tech Earnings Spark Optimism
The stock market wrapped up this week in a mood of cautious celebration as investors watched technology companies drive the rally. After a standout October, November opened with optimism and… Read More
Retailers Scramble as U.S. Penny Phase-Out Forces Price Rounding
Now that the United States has officially stopped making pennies, a nationwide scramble is underway among gas stations, fast-food chains, and major retailers to adjust prices and handle cash transactions… Read More
Virginia Attorney General Race Comes Down to the Wire Ahead of Election Day
As Virginians head to the polls in the 2025 Attorney General election, the race between incumbent Republican Jason Miyares and Democratic challenger Jay Jones has tightened, drawing national attention and… Read More
Montana DOJ, Billings Police Warn of Carfentanil Surge in Yellowstone County
The Montana Department of Justice (MTDOJ) and Billings Police Department (BPD) are alerting residents of Yellowstone County about an increased presence of the deadly synthetic opioid carfentanil. The warning follows… Read More
Superintendent Hedalen Directs Montana School Districts to Comply with State and Federal Laws
Superintendent of Public Instruction Susie Hedalen has issued a directive to all Montana school districts, reminding them of their legal obligations to comply with state and federal laws amid rising… Read More
Senate President, State Superintendent Announce Legislation to End “Woke” Teacher Conferences
Senate President Matt Regier, R-Kalispell, and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Susie Hedalen announced Monday a new legislative effort aimed at ending the practice of Montana teachers receiving educational credit… Read More
Sheehy Hosts Common Ground Summit to Address Challenges in Agriculture
Senator Sheehy hosted a Common Ground Summit in partnership with the Livestock Marketing Association to address current challenges facing American agriculture, recent developments in the beef industry, and strategies to… Read More
Attorney General Jackley Joins Multistate Coalition Supporting Proof of Citizenship for Voter Registration
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined a 14-state coalition of Attorneys General supporting a petition aimed at strengthening the integrity of federal elections. The coalition submitted a letter… Read More
Pulitzer-Prize Nominated Authors to Host Veterans Day Tribute in Bozeman
To honor the service and sacrifice of America’s military heroes, Pulitzer Prize-nominated authors Dino Garner and Liz Fetter will host a special Veterans Day tribute and multimedia presentation on Tuesday,… Read More
Thermopolis Residents Want Gordon To Remove 2 Hot Springs County Commissioners
The four-year war over a tipi retreat campground in Hot Springs County has escalated to the state’s highest office as seven county residents asked Gov. Mark Gordon to remove two-thirds… Read More
UM Awarded $1.2M Grant to Launch Rural Youth Behavioral Health Career Pathways
The University of Montana’s has been awarded a three-year, $1.2 million grant from the Health Resources & Services Administration through its Rural Communities Opioid Response Program–Pathways initiative. The funding for… Read More
Nvidia’s Q3 2025 Earnings Report: Anticipating Continued Growth Amid AI Demand
Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) is preparing to release its third-quarter 2025 earnings report on Wednesday, November 19, after the market closes, with investors and analysts closely watching for insights into… Read More
Alphabet Inc. Set to Report Q3 2025 Earnings Amid Strong Growth in Cloud and AI
Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOGL), the parent company of Google, is set to release its third-quarter 2025 earnings report on Wednesday, October 29, after the market closes. Analysts are projecting revenues… Read More
Apple Prepares to Release Q4 2025 Earnings Amid Strong iPhone 17 Sales
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) is set to release its fiscal fourth-quarter 2025 earnings report on Thursday, October 30, after the market closes. Analysts are forecasting earnings per share (EPS) of… Read More
Gianforte Appoints Cunningham, Zink as Thirteenth Judicial District Judges
Governor Greg Gianforte on Friday announced the appointment of Seth Cunningham and Edward Zink to serve as district court judges in the Thirteenth Judicial District, which covers Yellowstone County. “As… Read More
MHP Operation in Butte Leads to Major Drug Seizures, 34 Arrests
A weeklong interdiction operation led by the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) in Butte resulted in multiple drug seizures and arrests as law enforcement worked to curb criminal activity and keep… Read More
Daines, Sheehy Applaud Senate Confirmation of William Mercer as Federal Judge for Montana
U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy released a joint statement praising the Senate’s confirmation of William Mercer to serve as U.S. District Judge for the District of Montana. “We… Read More
Gianforte Highlights Montana–Kumamoto Partnership During Japan Trade Mission
Concluding his trade mission to Japan, Governor Greg Gianforte this week celebrated more than four decades of partnership between Montana and Kumamoto Prefecture, emphasizing the enduring cultural, educational, and economic… Read More
Poll: Americans support Antifa terror designation
(The Center Square) – More American voters support President Donald Trump’s decision to designate Antifa a terror organization than those who don’t, according to new polling. The Center Square Voters’… Read More
Netflix Prepares to Report Q3 Earnings as Investors Focus on Growth and Ad Revenue
Netflix is set to release its third-quarter 2025 earnings report on Tuesday, October 21, a closely watched event for investors looking to gauge the streaming giant’s growth trajectory, profitability, and… Read More
Wall Street Closes Out Strong Week Despite Bank Jitters and Policy Uncertainty
U.S. stocks finished higher last week, capping the market’s best weekly performance in nearly two months as major indexes rebounded from early volatility and investors found renewed optimism in… Read More
North Dakota Schools Chief Kirsten Baesler Confirmed as U.S. Assistant Secretary of Education
North Dakota State Superintendent of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler was confirmed Friday by the U.S. Senate to serve as Assistant Secretary of Elementary and Secondary Education in the U.S. Department… Read More
Governor Gianforte Praises $1.5 Million Expansion of Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Governor Greg Gianforte is celebrating a major investment to expand the Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery, ensuring that Montana’s veterans and their families continue to have a lasting place of… Read More
Montana Coal Board Awards $1.8 Million for Public Safety and Infrastructure Projects
he Montana Department of Commerce announced that more than $1.8 million in grant funding has been awarded to six Montana communities to support critical public safety and infrastructure projects in… Read More
Watchdog says Biden Education Department defied court order on Title IX enforcement
(The Center Square) – A watchdog group says the U.S. Department of Education ignored a federal court order on the Biden administration’s expansion of Title IX protections and is dragging… Read More
UM Accounting Students Win National Scholarships
Two University of Montana accounting students recently won national scholarships geared toward outstanding graduates considering careers in auditing. Ella Pheifer and Brandi Ashford each earned a $15,000 scholarship from the… Read More
Knudsen Launches Multi-State Investigation into Big Tech Renewable Energy Claims
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, joined by 15 other state attorneys general, announced Wednesday the launch of an investigation into major technology companies over what they allege are misleading claims… Read More
Gianforte Signs Trade Agreement with Taiwan Flour Millers
Governor Greg Gianforte on Monday welcomed a delegation from the Taiwan Flour Millers Association (TFMA) to Montana for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that strengthens the state’s… Read More
Sheehy Hosts Town Halls with Gallatin County Students
.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (R–Mont.) visited Three Forks and Manhattan to host town halls and meet with local students to discuss leadership, service, and opportunities available through the United States… Read More
Auditor’s Office Blocks $21.6 Million in Insurance Rate Hikes
Between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025, the Montana Auditor’s Office, also known as the Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI), denied millions of dollars in proposed insurance rate… Read More