Governor Greg Gianforte and Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) Commissioner Sarah Swanson announced a $4 million federal grant to establish Montana’s first registered teacher apprenticeship program, a major step… Read More
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Gov. Kelly Armstrong Applauds Signing of HALT Fentanyl Act
North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong joined former President Donald Trump at the White House today for the official signing of the HALT Fentanyl Act, landmark legislation aimed at cracking down… Read More
Idaho Closes Fiscal Year with Balanced Budget, $345 Million Surplus
The State of Idaho wrapped up its fiscal year on June 30 with a balanced budget and an impressive $345 million surplus, according to updated revenue figures released today by… Read More
Gov. Kelly Armstrong Urges Strong Support for Infrastructure, Permitting Reform
North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, calling on lawmakers to maintain strong federal funding for transportation infrastructure, provide greater flexibility… Read More
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Small businesses tell Congress to stop tax hike
(The Center Square) – A coalition of small businesses are calling on Congress to make the 20% small business tax deduction permanent. Small business leaders visited Washington, D.C. this week… Read More
First Lady Gianforte Secures Partnership for Imagination Library with United Way
In a significant boost for early childhood literacy, First Lady Susan Gianforte announced today that the United Way of Yellowstone County will serve as the local program partner for Dolly… Read More
Montana Ranked Fourth Best State for Regulatory Freedom
Governor Greg Gianforte recently emphasized a report from the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, which identifies Montana as one of the least regulated states in the country. The report… Read More
Montana’s Unemployment Rate at 3.2%
Governor Greg Gianforte announced that Montana’s unemployment rate increased by 0.1% to 3.2% in August, still holding steady below the national average of 4.2%, according to the latest data from… Read More
San Francisco man with $2.4 million house got subsidized rent
(The Center Square) – Gregory Finkelson received a one-year prison sentence for theft of government property because of his fraudulent receipt of hundreds of thousands of dollars in low-income housing… Read More
Trump vows to save flavored vapes if elected
(The Center Square) – Former President Donald Trump has made a long list of election promises so far, but on Friday, he said he’d also save flavored vaping options for… Read More
U.S. Secret Service report finds multiple failures before Trump assassination attempt
(The Center Square) – A report from the U.S. Secret Service said multiple communication and operational failures happened on the day a lone gunman shot at former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania… Read More
Montana Cannabis Retailer Faces Backlash Over Synthetic Products
A protest was held outside Wild West Wellness in Billings Heights on Saturday following a report from the Montana Department of Revenue’s Cannabis Control Division (CCD) alleging that the retailer… Read More
ICE Arrests Salvadoran illegal charged with Child Sex Crimes
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston arrested an “unlawfully present” Salvadoran national charged with 11 counts of sex crimes against a child in Nantucket…. Read More
Gianforte Highlights Success of Montana’s Wildfire Management Efforts
Governor Greg Gianforte, joined by Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Director Amanda Kaster, praised the state’s enhanced investments in wildfire prevention and suppression during a press conference… Read More
Daines Calls for Major Reforms to Budget Process
Montana’s U.S. Senator Steve Daines took to the Senate floor to urge significant reforms to Congress’ budget process, criticizing the body for its consistent failure to adhere to established budget… Read More
Tester Faces Scrutiny Over 218 Lobbyist Meetings
Senator Jon Tester is under increased scrutiny following a report revealing that he held 218 meetings with lobbyists between January 2023 and August 2024, according to his public schedule. This… Read More
Montana to Receive Over $900,000 in Settlement from Unclaimed Property Dispute with Delaware
Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today that Montana will receive $901,528 as part of a multi-state settlement, concluding the outstanding damages phase of a dispute over unclaimed property with Delaware…. Read More
Montana State University Sets Enrollment Records
Montana State University (MSU) has made history by becoming the first university in Montana to enroll over 17,000 students, reaching a fall headcount of 17,144—an increase of 1% from last… Read More
Tester Misrepresents Sheehy’s Position on Abortion
Tester Misrepresents Sheehy’s Position on Abortion In a race that could determine control of the U.S. Senate, incumbent Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) has launched attacks against his Republican opponent, Tim… Read More
Montana Senate race now rated “Leans Republican”
A leading political analyst has revised its forecast for Montana’s Senate race, now favoring Republicans as Democratic Senator Jon Tester has seen a decline in poll numbers. On Friday, Sabato’s… Read More
Gianforte Highlights Montana’s Job and Wage Growth
Governor Greg Gianforte, alongside Montana Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) Commissioner Sarah Swanson, showcased new data today illustrating the robust performance of Montana’s economy. During a press conference at… Read More
Jon Tester top recipient of lobbyist donations
As the 2024 election cycle progresses, Senator Jon Tester (D-Mont.) has emerged as the top recipient of lobbyist campaign donations. Tester’s campaign has received $489,440 from lobbyists, contributing to a… Read More
Student perspectives on campus protests mixed
(The Center Square) – Concerns over free speech on college campuses have intensified since the war in Gaza began last October, according to a new report. The study shows a… Read More
Kennedy off Wyoming ballot
(The Center Square) – Former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has withdrawn his name from the Wyoming general election ballot. The son of former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy… Read More
Wyoming officials not fans of new federal plan for Rock Springs field office
(The Center Square) – Gov. Mark Gordon is disappointed with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)’s Resource Management Plan (RMP) for the Rock Springs Field Office. The Office manages millions… Read More
Montana State Provost’s Distinguished Lecturer Series begins Sept. 10 with MAES associate director Darrin Boss
OZEMAN – Over 30 years at Montana State University, Darrin Boss has worn many hats, most frequently a cowboy hat. Since finishing his master’s degree in beef cattle nutrition in… Read More
Mountain states among most 2nd Amendment supportive
(The Center Square) – Mountain States are among the most gun-friendly states in 2024. The rankings come from ammunition e-commerce and wholesaler company Ammo.com. Wyoming is 12th this year, due… Read More
‘Not the party I grew up with:’ Another Texas lawmaker leaves Democratic Party
(The Center Square) – Another lifelong Democrat has joined the Republican Party in Texas, this time, state Rep. Shawn Thierry of Houston. She made the announcement on Friday, joining… Read More
Flathead County Commissioners Thank Congressman Zinke for Assistance with Emergency Communication Upgrade
In a open letter, the Flathead County Commissioners expressed gratitude to Congressman Ryan Zinke for his crucial role in securing $1.3 million in funding to upgrade the Flathead Emergency Communication… Read More
Political Group Attempts to Pay College Athletes to Endorse Tester
Democrat Senator Jon Tester is receiving support from an outside group that is leveraging new NCAA guidelines to solicit endorsements from college athletes in Montana. This initiative essentially pays athletes… Read More
Multi agency operation nabs 33 violent gang members in border town of Uvalde
(The Center Square) – Thirty-three members of violent gangs were arrested as part of a multi-agency operation targeting transnational and organized crime in the border town of Uvalde, Texas, and… Read More
Flip-flop? Harris under scrutiny for changes to past stances
(The Center Square) – Vice President Kamala Harris was once anti-fracking and opposed to former President Donald Trump’s tough immigration policies. Now, it’s apparently a different story. In an interview… Read More
15 states sue Biden-Harris administration for enrolling noncitizens in Obamacare
(The Center Square) – A coalition of states led by Kansas has sued the Biden-Harris administration to block the federal government from providing free health care through the taxpayer-funded Affordable… Read More
MSU fans encouraged to “Pack the Place in Pink” for Sept. 21 football game
BOZEMAN – Montana State will continue its annual “Pack the Place in Pink” tradition to promote breast cancer awareness on Sept. 21 at the Bobcats’ home football game. Fans are… Read More
Montana Meth Project Launches New Campaign to Combat Fentanyl Crisis
On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, the Montana Meth Project announced a major expansion of its efforts to address the escalating Fentanyl crisis. The organization is introducing the Montana… Read More
RFK Jr. suspends presidential campaign, endorses Trump
(The Center Square) – Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dropped his presidential bid Friday to endorse Republican nominee Donald Trump in the Nov. 5 election. Kennedy, his voice… Read More
Jon Tester Prioritizes Kamala Harris’ Presidency Over His Re-Election
In a striking declaration during a rally in Missoula on Wednesday, Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) stated that electing Vice President Kamala Harris as president is of greater importance than his… Read More
Polls: Majority of Americans want troops sent to border, oppose illegal immigration
(The Center Square) – Polls are consistently showing two key indictments on the Biden-Harris administration border policy: Americans not only overwhelmingly oppose illegal immigration but also want troops sent to… Read More
Drug Developed at UM Moves to Cancer Patient Trials
MISSOULA – A compound discovered by the University of Montana Center for Translational Medicine has started Phase I clinical trials with cancer patients. The center’s partner in the effort is… Read More
Illegal border crossings surpass 12.5 million since Biden-Harris took office
(The Center Square) – U.S. Customs and Border Protection released monthly border apprehension data on Friday, saying, “statistics show lowest southwest border encounters in nearly four years.” CBP also claimed… Read More
Marijuana legalization is the fifth North Dakota ballot question
(The Center Square) – North Dakota voters now have five ballot questions to decide in the Nov. 5 election. Secretary of State Michael Howe said supporters of a measure to legalize… Read More
Pro-Palestine protest shuts down LA freeway during peak rush hour
(The Center Square) – Pro-Palestine protesters shut down a major Los Angeles freeway during the height of rush hour, leading California Highway Patrol to detain several protesters. The protest of… Read More
Committee fights to stop ‘government control’ over 70M gig workers
(The Center Square) – Retainment of the independent contractor model in the American workforce is being sought by a congressional committee and could lead to subpoena of a Biden administration… Read More
Washington may alter stance ending lifetime supervision for highest-risk sex offenders
(The Center Square) – In January during the legislative session, House Committee on Community Safety, Justice, & Reentry Chair Roger Goodman, D-Kirkland, introduced House Bill 2178 to allow level two and… Read More
Gianforte Reviews Property Tax Reform Proposals, Highlights Support for Homestead Exemption
On Thursday, Governor Greg Gianforte met with members of his appointed task force to discuss their recommendations for property tax reform. The governor offered feedback on the proposals, which are… Read More
Harris expected to accept party nomination at DNC amid pro-Hamas protests
(The Center Square) – The Democratic National Convention kicks off this week with Democratic delegates, grassroots leaders, party favorites and more descending on Chicago to rally the base and coronate… Read More
Walz’ ‘stolen valor’ obvious, says congressional candidate
(The Center Square) – The “whitewashing” of stolen valor claims leveled against Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz insult servicemembers, who know better than any how to spot a “coward” among them…. Read More
Knudsen on Supreme Court Blocking Biden-Harris Administration’s Title IX Rule
The United States Supreme Court ruled today to block the Biden-Harris administration’s Title IX rule, a decision that halts the enforcement of regulations perceived as threatening the rights and safety… Read More
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