Governor Greg Gianforte and Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) Commissioner Sarah Swanson announced a $4 million federal grant to establish Montana’s first registered teacher apprenticeship program, a major step… Read More
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Gov. Kelly Armstrong Applauds Signing of HALT Fentanyl Act
North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong joined former President Donald Trump at the White House today for the official signing of the HALT Fentanyl Act, landmark legislation aimed at cracking down… Read More
Gianforte Honors Four Montana Veterans with Veteran Commendation
Governor Greg Gianforte this week honored four Montana veterans with the Governor’s Veteran Commendation, recognizing their exemplary military service and continued dedication to their communities. Ceremonies were held in Chouteau,… Read More
Pilot program to focus on ‘personal responibility’ in welfare programs
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is taking new applications to conduct pilot programs in five different states focused on reducing federal assistance. The… Read More
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Attorney General Knudsen leads coalition against the Biden administration’s abandoning of immigration rule
HELENA – Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen today led a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of states attempting to stop the Biden administration’s… Read More
Bitterroot College UM Sees Big Jump in Spring Enrollment
HAMILTON – Enrollment is again rising at Bitterroot College UM. Bitterroot College UM has 145 students enrolled this spring semester, which is 39% increase compared to last spring. For the… Read More
Governor Gianforte Addresses 94th Annual FFA State Convention
BILLINGS, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte spoke to FFA members from across the state to help kick off the 94th Annual Montana FFA State Convention in Billings. “Serving as the… Read More
Knudsen announces new Montana Highway Patrol colonel
HELENA –Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today the appointment of Kurt Sager as colonel, and head, of the Montana Highway Patrol. Prior to his appointment, Sager served as lieutenant colonel… Read More
Nearly 900 middle and high school students to participate in Montana Science Olympiad
BOZEMAN — Nearly 900 middle and high school students from 80 teams across Montana will compete at the Montana Science Olympiad State Tournament, set for Friday, April 19, at Montana State… Read More
Biden’s push for billions in spending on gender, race ideology under fire
(The Center Square) – President Joe Biden’s persistent push for billions of dollars in taxpayer funding toward progressive ideology on gender and race at home and abroad is under fire…. Read More
Attorneys general say EPA water rule is costly and unlawful
(The Center Square) – A proposed Environmental Protection Agency rule that would monitor indirect wastewater discharges from slaughterhouses is unlawful and would be costly to businesses, 27 attorneys general said… Read More
More hearings in North Dakota on carbon dioxide pipeline project
(The Center Square) – Hearings are scheduled for a carbon dioxide pipeline initially rejected by North Dakota regulators, keeping the multi-state project alive. North Dakota regulators rejected Summit Carbon Solutions’… Read More
New UM Study Reveals Unintended Consequences of Fire Suppression
MISSOULA – The escalation of extreme wildfires globally has prompted a critical examination of wildfire management strategies. A new study from the University of Montana reveals how fire suppression ensures… Read More
Montana State ranked No. 2 in the nation for most military friendly school
BOZEMAN – Montana State University has been named the No. 2 military friendly school in the nation in the annual listing published by the website MilitaryFriendly.com. MSU is the highest-ranked… Read More
61 new officers graduate from the Montana Law Enforcement Academy
HELENA – Sixty-one new officers who will serve in 36 agencies across the state graduated today from the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA) within the Montana Department of Justice. MLEA… Read More
Thousands of pounds of meth smuggled across border in vegetable shipments
(The Center Square) – Mexican cartels for decades have devised creative ways to smuggle narcotics and other contraband across the southern U.S., including using produce, law enforcement officials say. This… Read More
Registration open for Montana State University STEAM Day on April 13
BOZEMAN — Registration is now open for Montana State University’s STEAM Day on Saturday, April 13. The daylong program offers girls in grades 6-8 creative, hands-on workshops to explore science,… Read More
President of Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Neel Kashkari to Visit UM
MISSOULA – Neel Kashkari, the president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, will visit the University of Montana on Monday, April 8, to conduct a public townhall… Read More
Florida Republicans Urge Biden Administration for US Navy Assistance with Haiti threat
Florida Republicans are raising alarms about the escalating crisis in Haiti, prompting them to reach out urgently to the Biden administration for assistance. In a move reminiscent of “Save Our… Read More
Feds apprehended record number of criminal noncitizens in fiscal 2023
(The Center Square) – Federal agents apprehended a record number of criminal noncitizens in fiscal 2023, according to several reports. In fiscal 2023, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers apprehended nearly… Read More
Montana State chef to participate in regional culinary competition
BOZEMAN — A chef with Montana State University’s Culinary Services Division will participate in a regional challenge on Monday that recognizes expertise and skill among collegiate dining professionals. The National… Read More
Supreme Court seems favorable to Biden administration over efforts to address social media content
The Supreme Court is currently deliberating a case that pits the Biden administration against Republican-led states, focusing on the government’s role in addressing controversial social media content related to topics… Read More
Legal Challenge Targets Montana Law Requiring Gender and Racial Diversity on Boards and Committees
A recent federal lawsuit challenges a Montana law aimed at promoting gender and racial diversity on state boards and commissions. The lawsuit, filed by the national organization Do No Harm,… Read More
Montana State to award posthumous honorary doctorate to I-Ho Pomeroy
OZEMAN — Montana State University will recognize I-Ho Pomeroy, a restaurateur who served on the Bozeman City Commission for a decade and was known for her generous support for the… Read More
Montana law enforcement seized record amounts of fentanyl last year
(The Center Square) – The amount of fentanyl seized in Montana last year was over double the amount in 2022, according to Attorney General Austin Knudsen’s office. In 2023, the Rocky Mountain… Read More
Former N.C. State swimmer Alons, Kentucky’s Gaines, 14 others sue NCAA
(The Center Square) – A swimmer who competed at N.C. State is among 16 collegiate athletes, including 12-time All-American Riley Gaines, suing the NCAA for letting men who say they… Read More
Willis stays on Trump case, Wade forced to resign
(The Center Square) – Embattled Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis on Friday stayed on the case involving former President Donald Trump and accepted the resignation of her lead investigator following… Read More
Secretary Christi Jacobsen congratulates businesses at 2024 Made in Montana Tradeshow
HELENA, Mont. — Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen thanked the businesses attending the 2024 Made in Montana Tradeshow on Friday. The Secretary also congratulated the award winners for being… Read More
AG Knudsen announces another record-breaking year for fentanyl seizures
HELENA – Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today an over 20,000 percent increase in fentanyl seizures by anti-drug forces in Montana since 2019. Additionally, over twice as much fentanyl… Read More
Governor Gianforte Highlights Community Support for Montana Veterans
BILLINGS, Mont. – Rounding out Invest in Veterans Week, Governor Greg Gianforte highlighted community support for veterans today at the Montana Veterans Meat Locker in Billings. “Because of the sacrifices… Read More
As Army struggles to recruit, plan in works to eliminate 24,000 positions
(The Center Square) – As the U.S. Armed Forces have struggled to meet recruitment goals, the Army is reducing its troops by 24,000 soldiers. According to an “Army Force Structure… Read More
Montana State men’s hockey set to make third consecutive trip to national championship
BOZEMAN – For the third year in a row, Montana State University’s club men’s hockey team will play in the American Collegiate Hockey Association’s Division 2 national tournament later this… Read More
Montana State announces new nurse-midwifery program
BOZEMAN — The Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing at Montana State University has taken another step toward improving health care for state residents, particularly those living in rural,… Read More
UM Law Alumnus Races to Success
MISSOULA – Kyle Fickler grew up in Drummond, Montana. From a young age, he was always drawn toward motorsports and racing. He loved tinkering on cars and figuring out how… Read More
Montana Highway Patrol commissions 12 new troopers
HELENA – The Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) commissioned 12 new troopers at a graduation ceremony at the Civic Center in Helena Friday. Attorney General Austin Knudsen and Lieutenant Colonel Kurt… Read More
Groups weigh in on Montana Supreme Court case of minors challenging permit laws
(The Center Square) – A Montana think tank and special interest groups have filed an amicus brief in the state supreme court case known as Held v. Montana. The coalition is… Read More
Texas border czar: Operation Lone Star task force expands to build on successes
(The Center Square) – An Operation Lone Star task force that has seen a number of successes is expanding throughout the state to combat cartel and gang crime, led by… Read More
Montana State University spring enrollment sets all-time record
BOZEMAN – Spring enrollment at Montana State University set a new all-time record, with 16,110 students attending classes at the state’s largest university. It’s the first time in the university’s… Read More
Spring Enrollment Figures Highlight UM’s Continued Growth
MISSOULA – Spring semester enrollment is rising again at the University of Montana, marking the sixth consecutive semester of enrollment growth at the public flagship institution. UM reports 10,349 students… Read More
Montana State student wins civic engagement scholarship for volunteer work on campus
BOZEMAN – Montana State University junior Sophia Adams says her childhood experiences as the younger sibling of a brother with autism shaped her wish to serve people living in difficult… Read More
MVD: new license process can be done in under 10 minutes
The Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) has been diligently working to enhance the driver’s license renewal and change process for residents. Laurie Bakri, the MVD Administrator, expressed her satisfaction with… Read More
UND’s Dan Kasowski to be inducted into N.D. Aviation Hall of Fame
Dan Kasowski, who has served in multiple roles throughout more than 40 years at UND’s John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences, will be inducted into the North Dakota Aviation… Read More
Federal judge agrees to pause litigation over Snake River dams
(The Center Square) – A judge has approved a five-year pause in litigation against the federal government over dam operations in the Lower Snake River of Washington state that will… Read More
Noem appoints new lawmakers after ruling by South Dakota Supreme Court
(The Center Square) – South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem appointed two people to fill vacant legislative seats shortly after the state’s highest court ruled on whether legislators’ ties with state… Read More
Recent Scams Target Montana Nonprofits
Montana’s nonprofits, reliant on donations for their operations and growth, have recently fallen prey to a series of scams aiming to siphon tens of thousands of dollars from their coffers…. Read More
Seattle to spend $1.8M on all-gender waterfront bathroom facility
(The Center Square) – The City of Seattle will spend $1.8 million to construct an all-gender bathroom facility near the waterfront. The facility will consist of six individual all-gender stalls… Read More
Court rejects Biden administration attempt to dismiss Texas asylum policy lawsuit
(The Center Square) – A federal district court judge has denied a request by the Biden administration to dismiss a lawsuit Texas filed in an attempt to stop the administration… Read More
MSU accounting students to offer free tax help starting Feb. 21
BOZEMAN — Accounting students from Montana State University’s Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship are offering free help preparing tax returns for MSU students and individuals who made less than $60,000 last year. The… Read More
Montana State professor to discuss rural education in provost’s lecture Feb. 13
BOZEMAN — An internationally recognized scholar will discuss rural education in the next installment of Montana State University’s 2023-24 Provost’s Distinguished Lecturer Series. Jayne Downey, professor in the Department of… Read More
Noem says border crisis affects South Dakota
(The Center Square) – South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem told state lawmakers Wednesday the crisis at the southern border is affecting the state. Noem is exploring various legal options on… Read More
Montana plans to sue over federal wolverine delisting
(The Center Square) – Montana plans on suing the federal government over its recent decision to list wolverines as a threatened species. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks on Friday filed… Read More
New York officials outraged over beating of NYPD officers by migrants
(The Center Square) — New York Republicans are calling for the deportation of a group of undocumented migrants who were released without bail after a brutal beating of two NYPD… Read More