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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
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 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
Gianforte Donates Portion of Salary to Mountain Shadow Association in Lodge Grass
Gov. Greg Gianforte on donated a quarter of his annual salary to the Mountain Shadow Association in Lodge Grass, marking the twelfth and final day of his fifth annual 12… 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
‘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 AG Knudsen Sues Uber Over Uber One Subscription Practices
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen on Monday filed a lawsuit against Uber, alleging the ridesharing and delivery company engaged in unfair and deceptive practices tied to its Uber One subscription… 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
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
Gov. Gianforte Praises Repeal of Federal Anti-Coal Rule
Gov. Greg Gianforte praised President Donald J. Trump this week for signing two congressional joint resolutions that overturn a Biden administration rule he said threatened Montana’s coal industry and billions… Read More
Federal Government Targets Immigrant Truck Licenses in Eight States After Deadly Crashes
The federal government’s crackdown on commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) for immigrants has uncovered problems in eight states, following a series of deadly crashes involving truck drivers who were not authorized… Read More
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Signals Support for Kevin Warsh as Next Fed Chair
JPMorgan Chase (JPM.N) CEO Jamie Dimon signaled his backing for former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the U.S. central bank, the Financial Times reported Friday…. Read More
Daines Announces 2025 Service Academy Nominees
U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) has announced his nomination of four Montana students seeking enrollment at the nation’s U.S. military academies. “As the son of a U.S. Marine, it is… Read More
In last four years, five northern states saw most illegal crossings
(The Center Square) – Under the Biden administration, the greatest number of illegal border crossers at the U.S.-Canada border were reported in U.S. history, breaking records nearly every month for… Read More
MVD Rolls Out Next-Generation Driver Licenses and IDs
The Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) unveiled a redesigned driver license and identification card today, featuring enhanced security elements aimed at reducing driver license fraud and identity theft. The new… Read More
U.S. Supreme Court takes up Michigan foreclosure case
(The Center Square) – A Michigan family’s decades-long fight over a property seizure will soon be before the U.S. Supreme Court, marking the latest high-stakes challenge to how counties nationally handle… Read More
Sheehy Introduces Bill to Protect Veterans from Overprescription at the VA
Senator Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.) has introduced the Written Informed Consent Act, a measure designed to ensure veterans are fully informed about the intended effects and potential risks of certain high-risk… Read More
Governor Gianforte Highlights Veteran Therapy Program in “12 Days of Giving”
On the fifth day of his annual “12 Days of Giving” campaign, Governor Greg Gianforte spotlighted Underwater Soldiers, a Montana nonprofit that provides therapeutic scuba diving for veterans while helping… Read More
Judge Clears Justice Department to Release Epstein Grand Jury Transcripts
A Florida federal judge on Friday authorized the U.S. Justice Department to release grand jury transcripts from its sex trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, potentially revealing new details about the… Read More
Daines’ Bill Protecting Mothers Traveling With Breast Milk Signed Into Law
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines on announced that his bipartisan “BABES Enhancement Act” has been signed into law by President Donald Trump, marking a significant win for parents traveling with breast… Read More
Montana Awards Over $8 Million in Federal Funding for Affordable Housing Projects
The Montana Department of Commerce announced that six organizations will share more than $8 million in federal funding through the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, the Housing Trust Fund (HTF), and… Read More
Assaults against ICE up 1,153% in 11 months
(The Center Square) – Assaults against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers are up 1,153% in 11 months, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. As ICE officers continue… Read More
Trump vows to pause migration after D.C. shooting
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump said Thursday he will pause migration from some countries following the shooting of two National Guard members near the White House. The suspected… Read More
UM Student Government President, ROTC Cadet Named Rhodes Finalist
A University of Montana student and ROTC cadet, who is serving as UM’s student government president, recently was named a finalist for the oldest and most renowned scholarship in the… Read More
Montanan Katie Verderber to represent Team USA in 2026 Winter Paralympics
Montana attorney Katie Verderber has been selected to represent Team USA in Wheelchair Mixed Curling at the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. The announcement was made Monday,… Read More
Starbucks Workers’ Union Expands Black Friday Strike to Over 120 Stores
Starbucks’ workers’ union significantly widened its ongoing strike on Black Friday, extending the walkout to more than 120 stores nationwide—nearly double the number that began the action earlier this month—amid… Read More
Montana Heritage Center Completes $60 Million Fundraising Campaign
The Montana Historical Society (MTHS) announced today that its $60 million fundraising campaign for the Montana Heritage Center has been successfully completed, thanks to a final $165,000 gift from the… Read More
Montana Highway Patrol Troopers Honored for Bravery and Excellence
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen honored two Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) troopers Thursday for exceptional acts of bravery and service. Trooper Jourdon Gulick received the MHP’s highest honor, the Award… Read More
Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Ruling Against Texas Congressional Map
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that found Texas’ 2026 congressional redistricting plan—supported by former President Donald Trump—likely discriminates on the basis of race…. Read More
Supreme Court Clears Path for Judicial Elections Measure
In a 5–2 decision, the Montana Supreme Court has approved the ballot statement for Constitutional Initiative 132 (CI-132), paving the way for signature gathering to begin on a proposed constitutional… Read More
FAA Awards $10K Bonuses to Controllers and Technicians With Perfect Attendance During Shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Thursday that only 776 air traffic controllers and technicians will receive $10,000 bonuses for maintaining perfect attendance during the recent government shutdown — leaving nearly… Read More
DEQ Seeks Public Input on Draft Water Quality Report and Opens Requests for Future Data
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is inviting public comment on the state’s 2022-2024 Draft Water Quality Integrated Report and a new pH Assessment Method for Streams and Rivers…. Read More
Montana Property Tax Reforms Lead to Spike for Renters
Some Montana homeowners are expecting to see a reduction in property taxes after the state enacted sweeping tax reforms this year, but the changes have created unintended consequences for renters…. Read More
Gianforte Highlights $200,000 Investment in Great Falls High School House Program
Governor Greg Gianforte joined Emmy-winning TV host Mike Rowe, NeighborWorks Great Falls, and Wells Fargo this week to celebrate progress on the Great Falls High School House Program and announce… Read More
Trump Administration Launches Investigation into Major Meat Packing Companies
President Donald J. Trump has directed the Department of Justice to investigate the nation’s largest meat packing companies for potential collusion, price fixing, and manipulation, with a focus on foreign-owned… Read More
Gianforte Announces 2025 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation Recipients
Governor Greg Gianforte on Monday announced the 58 Montanans selected to receive the 2025 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation, an annual honor recognizing veterans who have demonstrated exceptional service to both… 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
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
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
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
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
