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Treasury Sanctions Hizballah Finance Network, Gold Exchange and Shipping Firms

The U.S. Department of the Treasury moved Thursday to disrupt what officials described as two key financial pipelines sustaining Hezbollah, targeting a Lebanon-based gold exchange and an international procurement and… Read More

February 14, 2026

Daines Says Tariff on Russian Palladium Safeguards Montana Mining

Steve Daines praised the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 132.83% anti-dumping duty on Russian palladium imports, calling the move a critical step to protect Montana mining jobs and counter… Read More

February 14, 2026

Knudsen Leads Multi-State Coalition Urging Federal Review of Rail Merger

Austin Knudsen is calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to review a proposed merger between Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railway, citing concerns the deal could reduce competition… Read More

February 14, 2026

Gianforte, Knudsen Open Investigation Into Helena Immigration Resolution

Greg Gianforte and Austin Knudsen announced Thursday that the state will investigate whether recent actions by the Helena City Commission violate Montana’s ban on sanctuary city policies. The announcement follows… Read More

February 14, 2026

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Robins Air Force Base Laser-Focused on Aircrew Eye Protection

Airmen at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, are helping solve a growing problem among American pilots and aircrews worldwide. The Federal Aviation Administration says laser strikes on aircraft have increased… Read More

February 18, 2026

Seattle settles for $29M with family of student killed by speeding police officer

(The Center Square) – On Tuesday, a judge will decide whether or not to approve a $29 million settlement between the city of Seattle and the family of Jaahnavi Kandula,… Read More

February 18, 2026

January inflation cools to 2.4%, lowest since May

(The Center Square) – Consumer prices rose by 0.2% overall in January, according to recent data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Overall, the inflation rose to 2.4%… Read More

February 17, 2026

TSA, DOW Create Process to Ease Recruits’ Journey to Basic

When the day to leave for boot camp finally arrives, military recruits often have a lot of anxious thoughts racing through their minds. How long will I have to stay… Read More

February 15, 2026

Pentagon Consolidates Arms-Transfer Agencies Under Acquisition Chief

The Department of War said Thursday it is restructuring two key arms-transfer and technology-security offices, consolidating them under the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment in a move… Read More

February 14, 2026

Feds Launch Whistleblower Portal Targeting Fraud

he Treasury Department is expanding its use of financial enforcement tools, launching a new whistleblower portal aimed at uncovering fraud, money laundering and sanctions violations, officials said Thursday. The initiative,… Read More

February 14, 2026

Treasury Sanctions Hizballah Finance Network, Gold Exchange and Shipping Firms

The U.S. Department of the Treasury moved Thursday to disrupt what officials described as two key financial pipelines sustaining Hezbollah, targeting a Lebanon-based gold exchange and an international procurement and… Read More

February 14, 2026

Stockman Bank Donates $15,000 to Support Student Field Trips to Heritage Center

The Montana Historical Society received a $15,000 donation from Stockman Bank during the grand opening of the bank’s newest Helena branch on Feb. 12. The gift will support the Montana… Read More

February 14, 2026

Governor’s Energy Task Force to Host Public Open Houses Across Montana

Governor Greg Gianforte’s Energy Task Force will host a series of public open houses aimed at gathering input from Montanans on key energy issues facing the state. The first of… Read More

February 14, 2026

Daines Says Tariff on Russian Palladium Safeguards Montana Mining

Steve Daines praised the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 132.83% anti-dumping duty on Russian palladium imports, calling the move a critical step to protect Montana mining jobs and counter… Read More

February 14, 2026

Knudsen Leads Multi-State Coalition Urging Federal Review of Rail Merger

Austin Knudsen is calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to review a proposed merger between Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railway, citing concerns the deal could reduce competition… Read More

February 14, 2026

Gianforte, Knudsen Open Investigation Into Helena Immigration Resolution

Greg Gianforte and Austin Knudsen announced Thursday that the state will investigate whether recent actions by the Helena City Commission violate Montana’s ban on sanctuary city policies. The announcement follows… Read More

February 14, 2026

Defense, Energy Departments Launch Joint Nuclear Reactor Initiative

The Department of War said it is partnering with the Department of Energy on what officials described as a landmark initiative to advance next-generation nuclear power for national security applications…. Read More

February 14, 2026

Idaho has least childcare regulations, Vermont the most out of the 50 states

(The Center Square) – Idaho ranks as the freest of the 50 states when it comes to childcare regulations, while Vermont is the least free, according to a new report… Read More

February 13, 2026

DEQ, Montana Resources finalize consent order on August water incident in Butte

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced Friday, Feb. 6, that it has signed an administrative consent order with Montana Resources (MR) to resolve a water backflow incident that… Read More

February 13, 2026

Wyoming Guard graduates Soldiers from 13R Advanced Leader Course at 213th RTI

The Wyoming Army National Guard graduated Soldiers from the Field Artillery Weapons Locating Radar 13R Advanced Leader Course during a ceremony Jan. 30, 2026, at the 213th Regional Training Institute…. Read More

February 13, 2026

Hegseth Reenlists More Than 100 National Guardsmen in Nation’s Capital

More than 100 National Guard personnel from nine different states gathered in front of the Washington Monument on the National Mall in Washington today to recite the oath of enlistment… Read More

February 13, 2026

NASA awards grant to Montana State for quantum space communications

A new $750,000 EPSCoR grant from NASA will help researchers at Montana State University work to limit the impact of atmospheric turbulence in quantum laser communications links between ground stations… Read More

February 13, 2026

Los Angeles police chief declines to enforce ICE mask ban

(The Center Square) – California has a new law that prohibits law enforcement from wearing masks, but don’t expect it to be enforced in Los Angeles. At least not when… Read More

February 12, 2026

Poll: Majority prefer Trump’s immigration policies over Biden’s

The Center Square) – A majority of Americans say they prefer President Donald Trump’s approach to border security and immigration than they do former President Joe Biden’s, according to new… Read More

February 11, 2026

Dean Kirkeby Confirmed to South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Commission

The South Dakota State Senate has confirmed Governor Larry Rhoden’s appointment of Dean Kirkeby to the South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks (GFP) Commission. “South Dakota is the most beautiful… Read More

February 11, 2026

Commissioner Brown announces preliminary hows slight decline in Marketplace enrollment

Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown announced that preliminary federal data indicates a slight decline in enrollment in Montana’s Health Insurance Marketplace for the 2026… Read More

February 10, 2026

Corey Mock Appointed to NASCIO Executive Committee

Corey Mock, Chief Information Officer for the State of North Dakota, has been appointed to the Executive Committee of the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO). Mock will… Read More

February 10, 2026

Department of War Launches LYNX Platform to Expand Business Participation in Defense Markets

The Department of War (DoW) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) today announced the launch of LYNX, a new digital platform designed to help businesses enter, navigate, and compete more… Read More

February 10, 2026

Lawsuit alleges illegal property assessments across Montana

A class-action lawsuit filed by two Montana property owners alleges the Montana Department of Revenue (DOR) used illegal appraisal methods that artificially inflated property valuations statewide, forcing many taxpayers to… Read More

February 10, 2026

From Forest to Dance Floor, UM Students Power the 107th Foresters’ Ball

In just a few days, the floors, walls and ceiling of Schreiber Gym will seemingly fade away and transform into a vibrant century-old logging town brought to life with music,… Read More

February 9, 2026

President Trump Launches TrumpRx.gov

President Donald J. Trump officially launched TrumpRx.gov, a new federal platform designed to provide Americans with direct access to dramatically lower prices on dozens of high-cost, brand-name prescription drugs. The… Read More

February 9, 2026

Montana State nursing college receives $2.5 million for scholarships, student success efforts

The Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing at Montana State University is set to nearly double its financial support for students after receiving a large grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation – DAF. The $2.5 million gift will go toward scholarships for students… Read More

February 9, 2026

Treasury Convenes Financial Literacy Commission Meeting on Implementation of Trump Accounts

The U.S. Department of the Treasury this week convened a public meeting of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) focused on implementation and outreach for Trump Accounts, a new… Read More

February 8, 2026

War Department Cuts Ties With Harvard University

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth today announced the War Department would sever its academic ties with Harvard University, because attendance at the school no longer meets the needs of the… Read More

February 7, 2026

Montana State accounting students to offer free tax help

ccounting students from Montana State University’s Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship are offering free help preparing tax returns for MSU students and community members who made less than $60,000 last year. The 2026… Read More

February 6, 2026

Three South Dakota Teachers and One School Counselor Earn National Board Certification in 2025

Four South Dakota education professionals were recognized in 2025 for achieving National Board Certification, one of the most prestigious credentials in the teaching and school counseling professions. The South Dakota… Read More

February 5, 2026

New Program Aims to Turn Every American Into a Shareholder

A new federal investment initiative dubbed “Trump Accounts” was unveiled this week as a signature economic policy aimed at expanding private ownership and long-term wealth building for American families, with… Read More

February 5, 2026

Montana Unemployment Holds at 3.4%

Montana’s unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.4 percent in December, extending the state’s streak of over four consecutive years with unemployment at or below that level, according to the Montana… Read More

February 5, 2026

Working Families Tax Cuts Bring Larger Refunds, Higher Paycheck

As the 2026 tax filing season begins, millions of Americans are seeing larger refunds, increased take-home pay, and new opportunities to build long-term financial security under the Working Families Tax… Read More

February 4, 2026

Livingston Man Sentenced to Life for 2022 Murder

A Livingston man has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murder of a man, Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced Monday. Skyler Griebel, 33, was convicted in October… Read More

February 3, 2026

Gov. Little, VA Secretary Doug Collins Highlight Federal-State Partnership for Idaho Veterans

Governor Brad Little and U.S. Senator Jim Risch welcomed U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins to Boise, spotlighting Idaho’s strengthened partnership with the federal government in serving… Read More

February 3, 2026

Medal of Honor Monday: Army Tech. 5th Grade Eric Gibson

Army Tech. 5th Grade Eric Gibson served as a cook during World War II, but his desire for more led him to work out a deal with his superiors to… Read More

February 2, 2026

State Insurance Commissioner Holds Listening Session in Libby After Historic Flooding

One month after historic wind and flooding events battered communities across Northwest Montana, state insurance officials returned to the region this week to hear directly from residents and provide guidance… Read More

February 1, 2026

Kootenai County Woman Sentenced for Medicaid Fraud

Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced that Tracy Hofius, 49, was sentenced on January 21, 2026, for Public Assistance Provider Fraud stemming from her time as Executive Director of the North… Read More

February 1, 2026

Gov. Gianforte, Lt. Gov. Juras Honor Broadcasting Pioneer Norma Smith with Spirit of Montana Award

Governor Greg Gianforte and Lieutenant Governor Kristen Juras presented Norma Smith with the Spirit of Montana Award in a ceremony at the Great Falls Rescue Mission, recognizing her decades-long contributions… Read More

January 31, 2026

Montana State physics professor Yves Idzerda to give Feb. 17 provost’s lecture on second quantum revolution

As a new graduate of Washington University in St. Louis with degrees in engineering and physics, Yves Idzerda considered himself an electrical engineer first. While interviewing for his first post-baccalaureate… Read More

January 31, 2026

Border Czar Homan Highlights Ongoing Immigration Enforcement Efforts

White House Border Czar Tom Homan held a press conference in Minneapolis to update the public on ongoing immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota, emphasizing the removal of dangerous criminal aliens… Read More

January 31, 2026

Treasury Exposes and Disrupts Hamas’s Covert Support Network

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced a sweeping action against Hamas-linked organizations and individuals operating covertly through charitable and nonprofit entities. The effort… Read More

January 31, 2026

Treasury Department Cancels Booz Allen Hamilton Contracts Over Data Security Concerns

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the department has canceled all existing contracts with consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton, citing concerns over wasteful spending and failures to protect sensitive… Read More

January 31, 2026

Commerce Awards $600,000 in Grants to 11 Montana Main Street Communities

Eleven Montana communities will share $600,000 in grant funding through the Montana Main Street (MMS) Program to support revitalization projects aimed at strengthening downtowns and local businesses. “The MMS Program… Read More

January 30, 2026

Businesses close in Minnesota for anti-ICE ‘economic blackout’

(The Center Square) – Defending Education’s federal privacy complaint filed last month alleges that Seattle Public Schools is violating two federal laws – the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act… Read More

January 30, 2026

North Dakota Development Fund Approves Over $452,000 in Q4 Loans

The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced that three companies received a combined total of $452,500 in loans through the North Dakota Development Fund Inc. (NDDF) during the fourth quarter… Read More

January 29, 2026

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