(The Center Square) – A proposal to create the largest U.S. currency denomination in more than 50 years could unintentionally benefit drug cartels, money launderers and tax cheats, according to… Read More
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Trump Orders Review of Childhood Vaccine Schedule
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order directing federal health officials to review and potentially update the United States’ childhood vaccine schedule to better align with practices in… Read More
Billings Votes to Create Independent Airport Authority After Nearly a Century of City Control
BILLINGS, Mont. — The Billings City Council voted to establish an independent governmental authority to oversee Billings Logan International Airport, ending nearly a century of direct municipal control over one… Read More
Gianforte Highlights Rural Business, Energy, and Agriculture on 56 County Tour
HELENA, Mont. — Gov. Greg Gianforte continued his annual 56 County Tour this week, visiting small businesses, energy facilities, agricultural operations, and infrastructure projects across six counties along Montana’s Hi-Line… Read More
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ICE Houston deports 142 to Mexico with 473 convictions
(The Center Square) – More criminal foreign nationals have been deported to Mexico from Houston. The latest round includes 142 individuals with a combined 473 convictions who illegally entered the… Read More
Zinke Nominates 15 Western Montana Projects for Federal Funding Totaling $64.6 Million
Congressman Ryan Zinke today announced a slate of 15 infrastructure, law enforcement, and rural development projects across Western Montana, requesting federal funding totaling $64,619,833. The funding requests, submitted to the… Read More
Wyoming DEQ Releases 2024 State of the Environment Report
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has released its 2024 State of the Environment Report, outlining key accomplishments across the department’s four core focus areas: air, land, waste, and… Read More
Brown Announces New Executive Leadership Appointments in Auditor’s Office
Commissioner of Securities and Insurance and Montana State Auditor James Brown announced new additions to the agency’s executive leadership team this week, naming three seasoned professionals to top roles. The… Read More
Commerce Awards $23.7 Million in Coal Endowment Grants to 39 Communities
The Montana Department of Commerce announced Thursday that 39 cities, towns, counties, and water and sewer districts across the state will share more than $23.7 million in grant funding through… Read More
Montana State University ranks among top schools in global rankings
Montana State University has ranked among some of the top schools in the Center for World University Rankings for 2025, based on factors including education, employability, faculty and research. MSU… Read More
Flathead Lake to Peak Below Full Pool This Summer
Flathead Lake will not reach full pool this summer, marking the third consecutive year of below-normal water levels. Projections indicate the lake will peak at 2,892.3 feet on June 19,… Read More
Idaho Partners with ICE to Transport Dangerous Illegal Alien Criminals Out of State
Governor Brad Little announced today a new agreement between the Idaho State Police (ISP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under the federal 287(g) program. The partnership authorizes Idaho… Read More
Gianforte Hails Trump Administration for Approving Signal Peak Mine Permit
Governor Greg Gianforte on Thursday praised the Trump Administration’s approval of a crucial mining permit for the Signal Peak Energy coal mine, calling the move a major victory for Montana… Read More
Montana Attorney General Knudsen Leads 28-State Coalition Against Maine Gun Law
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is spearheading a 28-state coalition backing a legal challenge to Maine’s newly enacted 72-hour waiting period for firearm purchases, calling the law an unconstitutional infringement… Read More
D-Day: Honoring Courage and Sacrifice
Today, on the 81st anniversary of D-Day, the world pauses to honor one of the most defining moments of the 20th century—the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II…. Read More
Supreme Court Delivers Wave of Unanimous Rulings
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a series of unanimous decisions this week, resolving contentious disputes and clarifying legal boundaries on discrimination, religious tax exemptions, gun manufacturer liability, and environmental regulations…. Read More
Gianforte Continues 56 County Tour
Governor Greg Gianforte continued his fifth annual 56 County Tour this week, meeting with Montanans in Golden Valley, Wheatland, and Fergus counties to celebrate legislative wins and highlight rural resilience…. Read More
Law enforcement agencies in 40 states are partnering with ICE 287(g) program
The Center Square) – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is calling on law enforcement officials in all U.S. counties to participate in a federal program, 287(g). Those who do receive… Read More
Gallatin College MSU’s online courses expand to meet nontraditional student needs
When Gallatin College Montana State University student Rachel Johnson got home from her full-time job at a wedding venue in Livingston, she was exhausted. With a cup of coffee nearby,… Read More
UM Video Game Team Scores National Championship
Grizzly Esports at the University of Montana recently leveled up with its first team to win a video game college national championship. The five-member UM squad competed in League of… Read More
In just a few months, ICE makes 1,000+ worksite enforcement actions
(The Center Square) – In just a few months, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have arrested more than 1,000 “illegal alien workers without employment authorization.” It’s “the highest rate… Read More
Governor Gianforte Announces Board Appointments
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the following appointments: Board of Regents of Higher Education Carter Jasper, Missoula: A graduate of Saint Regis High School, Jasper is a student at the… Read More
Judge halts order to terminate Harvard foreign student visas
(The Center Square) – A day after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the Trump administration was terminating Harvard University’s foreign student visa “privileges,” a federal judge has temporarily blocked… Read More
Max Baucus Institute Announces 2025 Baucus Leader Scholars
The Max S. Baucus Institute has announced its Baucus Leader Class of 2025. The more than 40 University of Montana students selected represent Ambassador Baucus’ commitment to create outstanding service… Read More
Wyoming Public Safety Communications Commission to Meet May 28–29 in Casper
The Wyoming Public Safety Communications Commission (PSCC) will convene in Casper next week for a two-day session focused on strategic planning and key updates to the state’s emergency communications infrastructure…. Read More
Attorney General Jackley Appoints Two New Special Agents in Charge at South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today the promotion of two veteran law enforcement officers to newly created leadership positions within the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). Supervisory Special… Read More
Wyoming Veterans Commission Concludes First-Ever Veteran Services Symposium in Casper
The Wyoming Veterans Commission wrapped up its inaugural Veteran Services Symposium this week at Casper College, marking a major milestone in the state’s efforts to strengthen the network of care… Read More
Public Comment Open for Draft Idaho Mountain Goat Management Plan Through June 8
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking public input on its draft Mountain Goat Management Plan for 2025–2030, with the comment period open through June 8. Hunters, wildlife… Read More
Governor Gianforte Honors Veterans for Distinguished Service in Glendive and Miles City
As part of his ongoing 56 County Tour, Governor Greg Gianforte made stops in eastern Montana this week to recognize two veterans with the 2024 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation, honoring… Read More
Montana State chemist receives Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award
BOZEMAN – Two years ago, a research team led by Montana State University assistant professor Martin Mosquera discovered that photons – the smallest possible units of light – can be… Read More
North Dakota Reports Slight Dip in Q1 2025 Taxable Sales
North Dakota Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus announced today that the state’s taxable sales and purchases for the first quarter of 2025 totaled $5.65 billion, reflecting a 1.53% decrease compared to… Read More
Montana Ranks Third Nationally for Lowest Unemployment
Montana continues to outperform much of the nation in employment, ranking third among U.S. states for the lowest unemployment rate, Governor Greg Gianforte announced. The state’s jobless rate held steady… Read More
Buckskin Mine Honored with 2025 DEQ Excellence in Mining Reclamation Award
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has awarded the 2025 Excellence in Mining Reclamation Award in the coal category to the Buckskin Mine for its outstanding work restoring native… Read More
Officials Urge Caution on Roads as “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” Begin
With Memorial Day weekend kicking off the unofficial start of summer, Attorney General Austin Knudsen and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) are urging Montanans to drive safely as the state… Read More
Wyoming Business Council Charts Bold Path Forward for State’s Economic Future
In a candid and forward-looking quarterly meeting this week, the Wyoming Business Council (WBC) Board of Directors turned its focus toward bold strategies aimed at reversing persistent economic challenges, including… Read More
Montana State professor Elizabeth Shanahan receives Fulbright Scholar Award for research in Australia
Elizabeth Shanahan, a professor of political science at Montana State University, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to Australia, where she will investigate Australian public responses and policy… Read More
Think tank: Trump’s minerals order could benefit Colorado, Arizona, Wyoming
(The Center Square) – A recent Trump administration order that seeks to boost critical mineral production could be a boon for Colorado, Arizona and Wyoming, which are home to key… Read More
Homan: Border crossings down, arrests up, ICE finding missing children
(The Center Square) – U.S. Border Czar Tom Homan addressed a group of Republican lawyers at a national policy conference Friday about the status of President Donald Trump’s three primary… Read More
Montana Department of Justice Issues Warning on Dangerous Surge of Carfentanil in Billings
The Montana Department of Justice (MTDOJ) and Billings Police Department (BPD) are alerting the public to a significant and alarming increase in the presence of the deadly synthetic opioid carfentanil… Read More
Gianforte Launches Fifth Annual 56 County Tou
Kicking off his fifth annual 56 County Tour, Governor Greg Gianforte hit the road this week, visiting Montanans in Sheridan, Daniels, Roosevelt, McCone, and Richland counties, spotlighting legislative wins, economic… Read More
Biden receives support, questions about transparency amid cancer diagnosis
(The Center Square) – Leaders in both political parties are showing former President Joe Biden their support after Biden announced he is dealing with an aggressive form of prostate cancer…. Read More
Miles City Student Wins Statewide Law Enforcement Appreciation Poster Contest
Attorney General Austin Knudsen has announced Jordyn Muggli, a fifth-grade student at Lincoln Grade School in Miles City, as the winner of the 2025 Law Enforcement Appreciation Poster Contest, held… Read More
UM and Blackfoot Communications Launch Cybersecurity Partnership
The University of Montana and Blackfoot Communications have joined forces to launch a critical new initiative aimed at bolstering cybersecurity defense in Montana’s rural communities. Announced this week, the partnership… Read More
Montana State Research Development Team Earns National Innovation Award
Montana State University’s Office of Research Development has received national recognition for its innovative efforts to strengthen research collaboration across universities in the western U.S. At the National Organization of… Read More
Montana State Hilleman Scholar among 16 Bobcats chosen for Baucus Leaders Class of 2025
For the second summer in a row, Montana State University student Lukas Kosel has been selected to participate in a cultural exchange program in China through the Max S. Baucus… Read More
Rural Community Leaders and Businesses Gather for 2025 Idaho Rural Success Summit
Over 230 attendees, including leaders from Idaho cities and counties, state and federal agencies, business owners, and community organizations, convened for the fourth annual Idaho Rural Success Summit held in… Read More
Gov. Armstrong Meets with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin
Governor Kelly Armstrong of North Dakota met with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin today to discuss critical issues affecting the state’s energy and agriculture sectors. The meeting… Read More
Brown Announces Settlement with Vanguard Over Target Retirement Fund
Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown announced a significant settlement with Vanguard Marketing Corporation and The Vanguard Group, Inc., resolving an investigation into unexpected capital gains tax distributions… Read More
Sheehy Leads Letter Backing Trump’s Efforts to Tackle Wildfire Crisis
U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (R–Mont.) led a coalition of 16 Republican lawmakers in sending a letter to former President Donald J. Trump, voicing strong support for potential executive action aimed… Read More
First-Gen Griz Grad Turns Ranching Work Ethic into Business Success
Growing up on a ranch in Twin Bridges, Carl Shaw never thought about going to college. Nobody in his family had gone to college, but when Shaw was in high… Read More
A passion for printing: Montana State’s letterpress collection documented in artist books
More than 400 cases of metal and wood letters line the shelves of Montana State University’s letterpress studio. The pieces of type, made from carving letters into wood blocks or… Read More
Knudsen Marks MMIP Awareness Day
In recognition of Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) Awareness Day, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen reaffirmed his office’s commitment to addressing the disproportionate impact of violence on tribal communities… Read More