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How the Homelessness Problem in Montana Compares to Other States
On a single night in 2022, 582,462 people experienced homelessness in the United States, and numbers are on the rise. Since 2017, there has been a 6% increase in homelessness…. Read More
This Is the Cheapest City to Buy a Home in Montana
The first two years of the coronavirus pandemic had a profound impact on the U.S. housing market as Americans fled expensive, high-population areas to mid-sized cities or adjoining suburbs in… Read More
Billings School District 2 eyes charter high school
Students in Billings have embarked on their second semester, but uncertainty looms over the return to Washington Elementary. School District 2 is contemplating significant changes that may necessitate students changing… Read More
Attorney General Knudsen asks Montanans to learn signs of human trafficking
As Human Trafficking Awareness Month begins, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen urges Montanans to familiarize themselves with the indicators of human trafficking and report any instances they observe to aid… Read More
Proposal for special legislative session falls short
Efforts to convene a special session of the Montana Legislature aimed at addressing tax-related concerns have fallen short. On Friday evening, the Montana Secretary of State’s Office disclosed the outcomes… Read More
Marjorie Taylor Greene Rips Rosendale
Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene expressed her disgust on Friday, stating that it’s “nauseating” to witness members of her party competing for the support of former President Donald Trump in… Read More
More communities join long shot effort for Southern Montana passenger rail plan
The railway stretching 2,222 miles from Chicago to Seattle, once known as the North Coast Hiawatha, has been dormant for almost five decades, concluding its services in 1979. However, the… Read More
Montana AG sue feds over roadway emissions rule
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, along with 20 other states, initiated a lawsuit on Thursday against the Federal Highway Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation, challenging a recently finalized… Read More
Governor Gianforte announces $17.5 Million To Boost Community-Based Behavioral Health
Governor Greg Gianforte has announced a strategic investment of up to $17.5 million to enhance access to community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities care for Montanans. This marks the initial… Read More
Environmental activist group endorses Ryan Busse for Governor
In a press release, the MCV Action fund, an independent Political Action Committee aligned with the liberal environmental activist group Montana Conservation Voters, proclaimed its formal endorsement of Democrat Ryan… Read More
Joliet mayor charged with felony assault
The mayor of Joliet, Dakota Zachariah Mitchem, who also holds the position of the town’s Postmaster, is facing a felony assault charge. The charge was filed in Carbon County District… Read More
R-Y Timber reopening under new name
Livingston is experiencing a resurgence in employment opportunities following Sun Mountain Lumber’s recent acquisition of R-Y Timber. The wood manufacturer, based in Deer Lodge, successfully finalized the purchase in early… Read More
Montana lottery draws winning $100K ‘Early Bird’ ticket
The second “Early Bird” drawing in the annual Montana Millionaire raffle was conducted by the Montana Lottery on Friday. In this year’s raffle, there were two Early Bird prizes: one… Read More
Bozeman trial lawyer files lawsuit against pro-housing laws
On Friday, a legal challenge was initiated by James Goetz, a longtime trial lawyer from Bozeman and a prominent Democratic Party contributor. The lawsuit questions the constitutionality of four bipartisan… Read More
Rosendale hints at Senate run
Montana Republican Congressman Matt Rosendale hinted at, though not officially declaring, his anticipated 2024 bid for the U.S. Senate. In a video shared on social media, he expressed strong consideration… Read More
Knudsen joins lawsuit over unlawful EPA water rule
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, along with ten other state attorneys general, initiated legal action on Tuesday by filing a lawsuit against a rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency… Read More
Court hears arguments in SB 442 veto case
Helena – A judge heard testimony in a case aiming to resolve an ambiguity regarding the interaction between the governor’s authority to veto a bill and the Legislature’s power to… Read More
Baucus Institute Faces Scrutiny over Beijing Ties
Representative Mike Gallagher, who chairs the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, and Congressional Republicans are urging a University of Montana institute linked to former U.S. ambassador Max… Read More
Daines calls on Dem fundraiser ActBlue to stop processing donations for Hamas-sympathizing groups
Montana Senator Steve Daines is urging a progressive fundraising powerhouse to cease processing donations for groups sympathetic to Hamas. ActBlue, the primary fundraising platform for Democratic campaigns nationwide, facilitates contributions… Read More
Geese found dead in Laurel test positive for bird flu
BILLINGS – Canada geese that were found dead at Laurel’s South Pond earlier this week have tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff… Read More
Montana U.S. Senate race a possible “toss-up,” say analysts
HELENA — We’re just over a month away from the official start of Montana’s 2024 election filing period, and the state’s most watched race – for U.S. Senate – is… Read More
Attorney General Knudsen files response to legal complaint
This week, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen formally responded to a complaint alleging professional misconduct, characterizing it as “highly irregular” and defending his actions in the dispute between the Montana… Read More
Helena Judge dismisses Zephyr’s lawsuit over legislative disciplinary action
HELENA — A judge in Helena has dismissed the lawsuit brought by state Rep. Zooey Zephyr challenging the constitutionality of disciplinary actions taken by legislative Republicans against her during the… Read More
Governor visits Greenough to help cut down state Christmas tree
GREENOUGH — On Monday, November 27, 2023, Governor Greg Gianforte journeyed from Helena to Greenough to partake in the felling of the 2023 State Capitol Christmas tree. The governor ventured… Read More
Montana’s Outdoor Recreation Industry Grew 14% in 2022
In a report released last week, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) confirmed that Montana’s outdoor recreation industry continues to play a significant role in the state’s economy. According… Read More
Legislative special session proposed to address property taxes
HELENA — Montana legislators are poised to make a pivotal decision regarding the convening of a special session early next year to address tax-related matters, notably the resolution of a… Read More
Hunter Biden offers to testify amid impeachment inquiry into fathe
WASHINGTON — Hunter Biden extended an offer on Tuesday to testify publicly before Congress in response to a subpoena from Republicans delving into various aspects of his business dealings amid… Read More
Governor Gianforte, State Agencies Criticize Yellowstone National Park’s Bison Management Alternatives
Governor Greg Gianforte and leaders from two state agencies this week criticized Yellowstone National Park’s (YNP) bison management alternatives. Together with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Director Dustin Temple and… Read More
Montana U.S. Senate race sees big early fundraising numbers
Montana saw more than $160 million in spending during the 2020 U.S. Senate race, and with more than a year to go until the 2024 Senate election, it appears the state… Read More
Daines Witnesses Biden’s Southern Border Crisis Firsthand
Senator Steve Daines visited McAllen and Brownsville, Texas, yesterday to meet with Border Patrol Agents and get a firsthand look at President Biden’s southern border crisis. Daines received a tour of the U.S Customs and… Read More
Growing Support for Montana TikTok Ban
The move by 18 states to back Montana’s Attorney General Austin Knudsen in his fight to uphold the ban on TikTok is indeed significant news. Montana made history as the… Read More
Tester votes for debt ceiling deal
Montana’s Democratic U.S. senator stood in favor of the debt deal, which was successfully passed late Thursday. Conversely, all of the Republicans in the state’s congressional delegation voted against the… Read More
Montana adds stronger privacy protections
Efforts to pass privacy legislation at the state level are intensifying as progress on the issue remains stagnant at the federal level. Montana recently became the latest state to enact… Read More
Montana Meth Project brings back ‘Paint the State’
The Montana Meth Project is calling all Montana youth to help spread an important message, with a chance to win cash prizes. Montana Meth Project is a non-profit that works… Read More
Gianforte Announces Advisory Council for Billings Judicial Vacancy
Governor Greg Gianforte announced an advisory council to assist in reviewing qualified candidates to fill the district court judge vacancy in the Thirteenth Judicial District (Yellowstone County). “I look forward… Read More
25 pounds of methamphetamine seized by MHP in Yellowstone County
Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) troopers had a big drug bust in Yellowstone County where they seized approximately 25 pounds of methamphetamine. According to Colonel Steven Lavin, on April 28th a… Read More
Tester hires former lobbyist to run campaign
In his initial bid for Senate, Jon Tester, denounced legislators who hire lobbyists, vowing to end the “revolving door.” However, as he seeks reelection to his fourth term, Tester’s campaign… Read More
Governor Gianforte Defends Montanans’ Second Amendment Rights From Federal Overreach
Governor Greg Gianforte criticized the Biden administration for issuing a rule which undermines the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Montana gunowners. The Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol,… Read More
Helena attorney Gallus appointed as Commissioner of Political Practices
Gov. Greg Gianforte has named a Helena attorney as his choice to become Montana’s top political cop. Gianforte has appointed Chris Gallus to serve as the next Commissioner of Political… Read More
Montana universities set to ban TikTok on campus
Few social media apps have been as popular or loved by students as Tik Tok. That’s why students here at MSU aren’t too thrilled by the announcement of its ban…. Read More
Grizzly bears test positive for bird flu in Montana, officials say
Three grizzly bears were euthanized in Montana after they became ill and tested positive for the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus, according to the state’s Department of Fish, Wildlife… Read More
Gianforte again asks lawmakers to cut taxes
Gov. Greg Gianforte is again asking state lawmakers to cut taxes this legislative session, largely building off work he started in 2021. Some lawmakers are also pushing for more relief… Read More
Judicial Select Committee Releases Draft Final Report
HELENA, Mont.—The Montana Legislature’s Special Select Committee on Judicial Accountability and Transparency released its draft final report to the public today. The report details problems within Montana’s judicial branch of… Read More
Montana’s minimum wage rising 75 cents to $9.95 in January
Montana’s minimum wage is increasing 75 cents an hour to $9.95 starting on Jan. 1, the Department of Labor and Industry announced. It’s the largest inflationary increase since voters passed… Read More
Montana AG worries FedEx, UPS are helping Biden admin track US gun owners
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is concerned shipping companies FedEx and UPS are tracking gun purchases made by Americans, and that those companies are possibly sharing that information with federal… Read More
Thielman to lead NRSC Staff
The NRSC, under incoming chairman Sen. Steve Daines of Montana, announced its first wave of senior staff hires, provided exclusively to Axios. Jason Thielman will be executive director for the… Read More
Simms Fishing Products sold for $192.5 million
Simms Fishing Products was reportedly acquired by Vista Outdoor Inc. on Wednesday for $192.5 million. In a press release, Vista Outdoor Inc. announced that the gross purchase price includes a… Read More