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Northwest power planners challenged by increasing demand of data centers

(The Center Square) – With energy-intensive artificial intelligence, or AI, consuming more electricity than traditional data-center activities, reliability of the electrical grid should be the top priority, according to the… Read More

December 31, 2024

Another federal court rules against DACA, this time related to health care

(The Center Square) – Another federal court has ruled against the federal program, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), arguing a Biden administration plan to provide free health care to… Read More

December 31, 2024

Gender transition procedures for minors receive increased scrutiny from emboldened GOP

(The Center Square) – Gender transition procedures on minors face intensifying scrutiny as the transgender-friendly Biden administration prepares to step down, with Republican lawmakers demanding a federal health agency reveal… Read More

December 30, 2024

District Court Judge-Elect Charged in Drug Investigation

Kenneth Britton “Britt” Cotter, 48, who was recently elected District Court Judge for Lake and Sanders counties, has been charged with one count of solicitation to commit criminal distribution of… Read More

December 28, 2024

DNRC Announces Record $92 Million Investment in Montana Public Schools

In a historic milestone, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) has announced the investment of more than $92 million in public schools, marking a record-breaking revenue contribution… Read More

December 28, 2024

NorthWestern Energy Signs Massive Data Center Power Deals

NorthWestern Energy has announced agreements to supply significant amounts of electricity to two proposed data centers in Montana, with combined power demands set to exceed the capacity of the state’s… Read More

December 28, 2024

Border crime in Texas linked to child trafficking in Houston area

(The Center Square) – As the largest city closest to the border and a gateway hub for human and drug trafficking and crime linked to cartel and gang violence, Houston… Read More

December 26, 2024

Trump promises to cut ‘hundreds of billions’ in federal spending next year

(The Center Square) – President-elect Donald Trump promised to cut “hundreds of billions” in federal spending in 2025 after demanding Congress pass a short-term measure to fund the government that… Read More

December 22, 2024

Montana Unemployment Rate Holds at Historic Low in November

Montana’s unemployment rate remained at 3.2% in November, continuing an unprecedented stretch of low unemployment that has persisted for 41 consecutive months, with rates at or below 3.4%. The state’s… Read More

December 21, 2024

Montana Eases Process for Veterans to Add Designation to Driver Licenses

In a move aimed at improving services for veterans, the Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) is now accepting additional documentation for veterans to obtain a veteran designation on their state-issued… Read More

December 21, 2024

Attorney General Knudsen Sues Biden Administration Over Coal Leasing Halt

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration over its plan to halt federal coal leasing in the Powder River Basin, a region responsible for… Read More

December 21, 2024

IRS data shows ‘Blue State Exodus’ over past 30 years

(The Center Square) – Millions of residents in blue states have migrated to red states within the past 30 years, according to federal data. A policy group that analyzed the… Read More

December 16, 2024

Federal data: School leaders say 40% of students are behind grade level

(The Center Square) – According to a federal survey of school leaders, 40% of students in the nation’s public schools were behind grade level in one or more subjects at… Read More

December 15, 2024

Biden’s Controversial Clemency Grants to Convicted Officials Spark Outrage

President Joe Biden faced bipartisan criticism this week after granting clemency to two disgraced officials convicted in high-profile corruption cases. The decision, part of a larger clemency package for 1,500… Read More

December 14, 2024

ABC News Settles Trump Defamation Lawsuit for $16 Million, Issues Apology

ABC News has agreed to pay $15 million to a “presidential foundation and museum” and $1 million in legal fees as part of a settlement with President-elect Donald Trump in… Read More

December 14, 2024

Federal judge blocks Albertsons-Kroger merger

(The Center Square) – A federal judge has blocked the $24.6 billion proposed merger between Albertsons and Kroger in response to a lawsuit filed against it by the Federal Trade… Read More

December 14, 2024

Montana State education department works to address statewide teacher shortage

BOZEMAN — At the end of November in Montana, there were 51 openings for special education teachers, and a report on the state’s teacher shortage last year identified special education… Read More

December 11, 2024

Montana Attorney General Leads Coalition Defending U.S. Gun Manufacturers

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is spearheading a coalition of 28 states in urging the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to protect American firearm manufacturers from liability claims… Read More

December 9, 2024

After Trump threatens Mexico, authorities make largest fentanyl bust in history

(The Center Square) – After President-elect Donald Trump vowed to impose tariffs on Mexico and spoke to Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, demanding that Mexico stop facilitating illegal entry into… Read More

December 7, 2024

Holiday shopping expected to break records again in 2024

(The Center Square) – Nearly 40% of all Americans plan to shop on Black Friday, to kick off the holiday shopping season. Holiday sales are already expected to once again break… Read More

December 4, 2024

Federal loan to struggling EV automaker under fire

(The Center Square) – All-electric automaker Rivian Automotive announced on Monday that it received a “conditional commitment” for a $6.6B loan from the U.S. Department of Energy. If finalized, the loan… Read More

December 2, 2024

Eco-Terrorism Ties Resurface as Biden Official Takes Role at Environmental Group

Tracy Stone-Manning, a senior official in President Joe Biden’s administration who spearheaded its aggressive climate agenda, has been named the next president of The Wilderness Society, a prominent environmental organization… Read More

November 30, 2024

Senator Daines Condemns Biden Administration’s Decision to Halt Montana Coal Leasing

U.S. Senator Steve Daines criticized the Biden administration’s recent decision to prohibit new coal leasing in Montana’s Powder River Basin, following the publication of the Miles City Resource Management Plan… Read More

November 30, 2024

Federal Judge Reverses Semi-Retirement Decision After Trump’s

For the second time since Republican President-elect Donald Trump’s election, a federal judge has reversed a decision to take senior status, citing the apparent lapse of time for a Democratic… Read More

November 30, 2024

Montana DEQ Expands Air Quality Monitoring with New Glasgow Station

In October, the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) installed a new permanent air quality monitor in Glasgow, providing Valley County residents with expanded access to real-time air quality data…. Read More

November 28, 2024

FEMA under investigation over Trump supporter discrimination

(The Center Square) – House Oversight Chair Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., has opened an investigation into the Federal Emergency Management Agency over reports that it discriminated against supporters of Donald… Read More

November 27, 2024

Board of Regents approves new institute at Montana State to address national security

BOZEMAN — The Montana Board of Regents today approved Montana State University’s proposal to establish a new institute to help address the nation’s security needs through applied research, technology development… Read More

November 26, 2024

Trump Shapes Second Administration

President-elect Donald Trump has begun appointing officials to top positions in his incoming administration, signaling a departure from the internal strife that marked his first term. This time, Trump is… Read More

November 25, 2024

Senators Daines and King Lead Bipartisan Push to Protect and Restore Public Lands

In a bipartisan effort to safeguard and improve America’s public lands, Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Senator Angus King (I-Maine), joined by Senators Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.),… Read More

November 23, 2024

‘Rosie the Riveter’ Lucille MacDonald dies at age 98 in Hawaii

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii — Lucille “Cille” MacDonald, who this spring was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for “Rosie the Riveter” work during World War II, died Friday in Valley Island,… Read More

November 23, 2024

Governor Opens Applications for District Court Judge Vacancy in Montana’s Seventh Judicial District

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has begun accepting applications and nominations to fill a district court judge vacancy in the Seventh Judicial District, which serves Dawson, Prairie, McCone, Richland, and Wibaux… Read More

November 23, 2024

Pentagon still can’t pass audit despite years of trying

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Defense’s annual audit once again resulted in a disclaimer. That means the federal government’s largest agency – with a budget of more… Read More

November 20, 2024

Energy independence group hails Trump cabinet picks

(The Center Square) – A group that advocates for American energy independence is applauding President Donald Trump’s recent cabinet selections, including Saturday’s nomination of Chris Wright as secretary of the… Read More

November 18, 2024

Montana FWP Director Dustin Temple Announces Retirement

Governor Greg Gianforte announced today that Dustin Temple, director of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP), will retire at the end of the year after a distinguished 20-year career with… Read More

November 18, 2024

Netanyahu Confirms Israeli Airstrike Targeted Iran’s Nuclear Capabilities

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Monday that Israel’s airstrike on Iran last month targeted a specific element of Tehran’s nuclear program, while also damaging its defense and missile production… Read More

November 18, 2024

Montana Law Enforcement Academy Graduates 62 New Officers

The Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA), part of the Montana Department of Justice, celebrated the graduation of 62 new officers today. These graduates will serve in 40 agencies across the… Read More

November 18, 2024

Trump Picks Brendan Carr as Chairman of the FCC

President-elect Donald Trump has announced his selection of Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), a move that is expected to reshape the agency’s direction on telecom… Read More

November 18, 2024

Prosecutors seek more time in Trump’s election interference case

(The Center Square) – Federal prosecutors filed a motion Friday seeking more time to determine how to proceed in President-elect Donald Trump’s election interference case. Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team… Read More

November 9, 2024

New York City to end controversial migrant debit card program

(The Center Square) — New York City is ending its controversial program that gave newly arriving migrants debit cards pre-loaded with money to pay for food, baby supplies and other… Read More

November 8, 2024

California’s carbon credit update could raise fuel costs by $162B through 2046

(The Center Square) – California lawmakers are demanding a cost analysis and vote delay by an appointed state commission on carbon credit changes that could significantly increase the costs of… Read More

November 7, 2024

Greg Gianforte Declared Winner of Montana Governor’s Race

Decision Desk HQ has officially called Montana’s Governor race for incumbent Republican Greg Gianforte, as early results show him leading Democratic challenger Ryan Busse by a wide margin. With 6.2%… Read More

November 6, 2024

Tim Sheehy Defeats Jon Tester

Republican Tim Sheehy has won Montana’s high-stakes U.S. Senate race, defeating three-term Democratic incumbent Jon Tester in a contest that saw record-breaking spending and national attention. Sheehy’s victory bolsters the… Read More

November 6, 2024

Donald Trump Elected 47th President of the United States

Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States, completing an extraordinary political comeback. With his victory in Wisconsin, Trump secured the 270 electoral votes needed to… Read More

November 6, 2024

Venezuelan gang members accused in Dallas-area murder

(The Center Square) – More illegal border crossers who are confirmed Venezuelan Tren De Aragua prison gang members continue to be arrested for allegedly committing violent crimes in Texas. Three… Read More

November 5, 2024

Treasury to expand oversight of foreign entities’ property purchases near military bases

The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued a final rule Friday that expands the government’s ability to review foreign real estate transactions near more than 60 military bases and installations across 30… Read More

November 3, 2024

Montana State University Receives $6.4 Million Grant for Railway Workforce Development

The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $6.4 million grant to the Western Transportation Institute (WTI) at Montana State University to support workforce development in the railway sector throughout… Read More

November 2, 2024

Knudsen launches investigation into pediatric group for misleading puberty blocker guidelines

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today the launch of an investigation involving a coalition of 12 state attorneys general into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). The inquiry centers… Read More

November 2, 2024

Montana Republican Party Chairman Calls Out Tester Over Law Enforcement Funding Claims

Montana Republican Party Chairman Don “K” Kaltschmidt issued a statement today criticizing Senator Jon Tester for what he claims are false assertions regarding funding for law enforcement in a recent… Read More

November 2, 2024

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