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Daines Urges Swift Implementation of Executive Order Expanding 401(k) Investment

U.S. Senator Steve Daines joined a bipartisan group of senators in urging the U.S. Department of Labor to quickly implement President Trump’s recent Executive Order expanding access to alternative investments… Read More

August 25, 2025

Gianforte Welcomes Semiconductor Firm to Montana

Gov. Greg Gianforte on Monday marked the opening of Eshylon Scientific’s new facility in Bozeman, cutting the ribbon on the semiconductor manufacturing solutions company’s relocation from California to Montana. The… Read More

August 25, 2025

Black Hills Corp. and NorthWestern Energy Announce All-Stock Merger

Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH) and NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NWE) said  their boards of directors have unanimously approved a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock, tax-free merger…. Read More

August 24, 2025

Americans in All 50 States to Receive Tax Cut Under Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” Analysis Finds

A new analysis from the nonpartisan Tax Foundation projects that every state in the nation will see average tax reductions under President Donald J. Trump’s signature tax legislation, the One… Read More

August 19, 2025

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Riley Gaines Advocates for Women’s Sports at Billings event

All-American swimmer Riley Gaines addressed the importance of preserving women’s sports during the Montana Family Foundation Banquet held at the Northern Hotel on Friday. Her remarks came in light of… Read More

October 12, 2024

Attorney General Austin Knudsen Defends Actions Amid Professional Conduct Hearing

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen stood firm in his defense during a formal hearing Wednesday and Thursday regarding a professional conduct complaint against him by a California lawyer, which arises… Read More

October 11, 2024

Lack of EV chargers dogging Washington agency’s electrification efforts

(The Center Square) – If you’re a Washington resident reluctant to buy or drive an electric vehicle due to the lack of charging infrastructure around the state or in cold weather… Read More

October 8, 2024

Longshoremen end port strike after reaching potential deal

(The Center Square) – Nearly 50,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association will return to work after the port workers’ union reached a tentative contract agreement with the United States Maritime… Read More

October 7, 2024

Montana Pheasant Season Opens October 12

The highly anticipated pheasant hunting season in Montana kicks off on Saturday, October 12, offering hunters a chance to engage in the state’s beloved outdoor tradition. This fall, Montana Fish,… Read More

October 4, 2024

Attorney General’s Office secures guilty plea from man connected to previously missing Arizona teen

A Montana man linked to a previously missing Arizona teenager pleaded guilty Monday in Hill County District Court to one count of sexual abuse of children after authorities found child… Read More

October 4, 2024

Governor Highlights HER Campaign’s Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking in Montana

Governor Greg Gianforte visited the HER Campaign last week to showcase the organization’s vital work supporting survivors of human trafficking through their residential programs. “Human trafficking is a despicable, heartbreaking… Read More

October 4, 2024

Gov. Doug Burgum Declares Statewide Fire Emergency in North Dakota

In response to escalating wildfire risks, Governor Doug Burgum has signed an executive order declaring a statewide fire emergency. This action activates the State Emergency Operations Plan to strategically position… Read More

October 4, 2024

Montana Attorney General Announces $3.5 Million Funding Boost for Children’s Advocacy Centers

* Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today that the Montana Department of Justice will provide an additional $3.5 million to enhance the state’s Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). This funding aims… Read More

October 4, 2024

Let’s Go Washington files complaint with PDC alleging Inslee admin bribes

  (The Center Square) – The organization behind Initiative 2117 to repeal the Climate Commitment Act and end carbon auctions in Washington state has filed a complaint with the Public Disclosure… Read More

October 2, 2024

Twenty state AGs challenge gender dysphoria guidance and methodology

(The Center Square) — Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill joined a 20-state coalition to question the American Academy of Pediatrics practices with child gender dysphoria. In a letter, originally written… Read More

October 1, 2024

VA to offer tele-emergency care nationwide to improve access

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced Thursday that it will make tele-emergency care available nationwide to improve fast access to virtual emergency care for those enrolled in… Read More

September 30, 2024

Governor Celebrates Opening of Ultimate Defense Technologies Headquarters in Billings

Governor Greg Gianforte cut the ribbon  on the new headquarters and production facility for Ultimate Defense Technologies in Billings, a weapons safety manufacturer expected to create nearly 90 jobs for… Read More

September 28, 2024

Montana Receives $2.7 Million to Expand State Veterans Cemetery

Governor Greg Gianforte announced that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is awarding Montana $2.7 million to enhance the Montana State Veterans Cemetery in Fort Harrison. “This funding allows… Read More

September 28, 2024

Gianforte Announces $2.5 Million Investment for Behavioral Health Solutions in Rural and Tribal Communities

Governor Greg Gianforte unveiled an investment of up to $2.5 million aimed at assisting rural counties and tribal communities in Montana to develop and implement tailored solutions for their behavioral… Read More

September 28, 2024

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

September 28, 2024

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

September 28, 2024

Filming for “1923” Returns to Butt

The production team for the television series “1923” is making a return to Butte as they begin construction of the Dutton Ranch set down a dirt road near the Mining… Read More

September 28, 2024

Finalists for Dean of International Programs at MSU to Interview

Montana State University will welcome four finalists for the position of dean of the Office of International Programs during the week of September 30. Each candidate will conduct interviews on… Read More

September 28, 2024

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

September 26, 2024

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

September 22, 2024

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

September 20, 2024

Highway Patrol Interdiction Operation in Butte Results in Major Drug Seizures and Arrests

The Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) recently completed an interdiction operation in Butte from September 9 to 12, aimed at removing illicit drugs, firearms associated with drug trafficking, and fugitives from… Read More

September 20, 2024

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

September 20, 2024

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

September 20, 2024

Montana State University to Host Annual Shadow Day for High School Students

Montana State University’s Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering is set to host its annual Shadow Day events on October 16 and 17, inviting high school students interested in engineering, computer… Read More

September 20, 2024

Five Montanans Honored with Governor’s Arts Awards

Five distinguished Montana artists have been recognized with the state’s highest honor for those whose careers exemplify the visual, performing, literary, and traditional arts. The 2024 Governor’s Arts Award recipients… Read More

September 20, 2024

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

September 20, 2024

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

September 20, 2024

Montana State sets new record in annual research expenditures at over $257 million

BOZEMAN —Montana State University has set a new record for expenditures on research at more than $257 million, exceeding the prior year’s total by 12% and marking six consecutive years… Read More

September 9, 2024

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

September 8, 2024

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

September 8, 2024

More than 134,000 approved for North Dakota’s new primary residence credit

(The Center Square) – More than 138,000 North Dakotans applied for the new primary residence credit, and 134,893 applications were approved, Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus told a legislative committee on Wednesday…. Read More

September 7, 2024

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

September 7, 2024

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

September 4, 2024

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

September 3, 2024

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

September 2, 2024

Governor Gianforte Honors Montana Veterans

Governor Greg Gianforte recognized 39 distinguished veterans this week with the 2023 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation during ceremonies held across Madison, Missoula, Deer Lodge, and Silver Bow counties. Each recipient… Read More

August 31, 2024

DEQ Seeks Public Input on Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment for New Well Drilling

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has released a draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment (EA) for public review and comment. The draft EA evaluates the environmental impacts of drilling regulated… Read More

August 31, 2024

Arntzen Announces Finalists for 2025 Teacher of the Year Award

Superintendent Elsie Arntzen has announced the four finalists for the 2025 Montana Teacher of the Year award. The winner will represent Montana in the 2025 National Teacher of the Year… Read More

August 31, 2024

Montana Attorney General Leads Coalition Investigating Asset Managers Over Fiduciary Duties

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is spearheading a coalition of 24 attorneys general in a high-profile inquiry into whether major asset managers are neglecting their fiduciary responsibilities to their clients…. Read More

August 31, 2024

Montana Attorney General Launches Investigation into MSCI Inc. Over Alleged Discriminatory Practices

Montana Attorney General Launches Investigation into MSCI Inc. Over Alleged Discriminatory Practices Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today the initiation of an investigation into MSCI Inc., a prominent investment… Read More

August 31, 2024

Knudsen Launches New Human Trafficking Awareness Course for Students

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today the launch of a new educational course designed to raise awareness about human trafficking and online exploitation among students. The course, titled “Enlightened,”… Read More

August 31, 2024

DCI Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting in Valley County

The Montana Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is looking into an officer-involved shooting that occurred late Saturday night in Valley County. Around 9:19 p.m., deputies from the Valley and McCone… Read More

August 31, 2024

State Court Administrator Sally Holewa Honored with Gerald W. VandeWalle Medal

State Court Administrator Sally Holewa Honored with Gerald W. VandeWalle Medal At the 2024 annual meeting of the State Bar Association of North Dakota, State Court Administrator Sally Holewa was… Read More

August 31, 2024

Two Naturalization Ceremonies Scheduled in Bismarck

Two Naturalization Ceremonies Scheduled in Bismarck The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota will hold two naturalization ceremonies in Bismarck on Friday, September 13, 2024. The… Read More

August 31, 2024

Twin Falls to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Evel Knievel’s Snake River Gorge Jump

Twin Falls is gearing up for a major celebration this Sunday, September 1, marking the 50th anniversary of Evel Knievel’s legendary attempt to jump the Snake River Gorge using a… Read More

August 31, 2024

Wells Fargo Employee Found Dead in Cubicle After Four Days

A 60-year-old Wells Fargo employee, Denise Prudhomme, was discovered deceased in her cubicle on August 20, four days after she was last seen scanning into the Tempe office. Authorities were… Read More

August 31, 2024

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