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Montana Attorney General Launches Investigation into Lee Enterprises Following Cyberattack

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced Friday that his office has opened an investigation into Lee Enterprises following a February cyberattack that compromised the personal information of nearly 40,000 employees… Read More

June 23, 2025

President Trump Signs Senator Sheehy’s Aerial Firefighting Bill Into Law

In a major legislative milestone for freshman U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), President Donald J. Trump on Friday signed into law the Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act, Sheehy’s bipartisan bill to… Read More

June 21, 2025

Supreme Court rules against Florida firefighter who lost health benefits

(The Center Square) – Litigation cannot be pursued by a disabled Florida firefighter against the city of Sanford under the Americans With Disability Act, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday…. Read More

June 21, 2025

Gianforte Appoints Marta Bertoglio as Department of Commerce Director

Governor Greg Gianforte announced the appointment of State Representative Marta Bertoglio as the new Director of the Montana Department of Commerce, signaling a continued focus on economic growth and job… Read More

June 18, 2025

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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

January 4, 2024

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

January 4, 2024

Montana Capitol evacuated after threat

Montana Highway Patrol Sgt. Jay Nelson has verified the evacuation of the Montana State Capitol in response to a bomb threat received around 8:30 a.m on Wednesday. MHP troopers efficiently… Read More

January 4, 2024

‘Anti-woke’ beer teams up Riley Gaines for calendar fundraiser

A beer company that calls itself  “anti-woke” and gained popularity in response to Bud Light’s promotion of transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney has announced that its recent campaign successfully raised thousands… Read More

January 4, 2024

Judge rejects consumer lawsuit trying to block Kroger-Albertsons merger

A federal judge in San Francisco has thwarted another attempt to employ consumer lawsuits in blocking the $24 billion merger between U.S. supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons. U.S. District Judge… Read More

January 2, 2024

FTC sues largest Christian university, alleges deceptive advertising

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it has filed a lawsuit against Grand Canyon University (GCU), marking the second federal agency under the Biden administration to take legal action… Read More

December 30, 2023

Flathead County considers new jail

For over a decade, the Flathead County Detention Center has consistently operated at or beyond its intended capacity, as highlighted in a recent jail needs assessment. Numerous discussions among commissioners… Read More

December 30, 2023

Montana Sets New Records for Employment, Labor Force in November

Governor Greg Gianforte and Sarah Swanson, Commissioner of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI), announced that Montana achieved new state records for total employment and labor force growth… Read More

December 29, 2023

IRS to waive penalties for overdue pandemic-era taxes

The IRS recently announced the waiver of approximately $1 billion in common penalties for taxpayers who faced delays in paying their taxes during the pandemic. This decision aims to bring… Read More

December 28, 2023

Idaho Gov says state is prepared for uncertain economic future

Idaho’s top two statewide elected officials expressed confidence in the state’s ability to navigate economic uncertainties arising from the convergence of inflation, high interest rates, and ongoing rapid growth. Governor… Read More

December 25, 2023

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

December 23, 2023

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

December 23, 2023

Montana Veterans Alliance Announces Grant Recipients

Billings, MT – The Montana Veterans Alliance (MVA) announced the recipients of its financial grants for Q4 2023.The MVA grant program provides financial support to organizations working to directly benefit… Read More

December 22, 2023

Daines Praises Passage of Legislation Honoring Medal of Honor Recipients

Senator Steve Daines expressed his appreciation for the Senate’s approval of his bipartisan legislation that names U.S. Highway 20, stretching from Oregon to New England, including a portion of Montana,… Read More

December 22, 2023

MSU Extension and Stockgrowers announce 2023 Steer of Merit certifications

BOZEMAN — Montana State University Extension and the Montana Stockgrowers Association awarded 2023 Steer of Merit certifications at the association’s Dec. 7 convention in Billings. MSU Extension beef cattle specialist… Read More

December 21, 2023

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

December 21, 2023

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

December 20, 2023

Flathead Electric criticizes proposal to remove Snake River dams

Newly disclosed settlement documents have brought to light the Biden Administration’s potential consideration of removing four lower Snake River dams, prompting scrutiny from officials at Flathead Electric Cooperative. They argue… Read More

December 16, 2023

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

December 16, 2023

Lodge Grass teacher arrested for alleged drinking on the job

Patricia Real Bird, a teacher and coach for the girls’ basketball team in the Lodge Grass school district, was apprehended on Wednesday following accusations of consuming alcohol during work hours,… Read More

December 16, 2023

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

December 16, 2023

Two Montana Men Indicted for Killing and Trafficking of Eagles

Two individuals, Simon Paul and Travis John Branson, have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Montana for allegedly illegally killing 3,600 birds, including bald and golden eagles, on… Read More

December 14, 2023

Montana Grizzlies Set for FCS Semifinal Showdown Against North Dakota State Bison

In a highly anticipated faceoff for a chance at the national championship game, the stage is set for a showdown between two FCS powerhouses. The No. 2-seeded Montana Grizzlies, boasting… Read More

December 11, 2023

Montana attorney general sues Meta over ‘deceptive practices’

Montana’s Attorney General, Austin Knudsen, has initiated legal action against Meta, the parent company overseeing Facebook and Instagram. Alleging that Instagram was purposely designed to foster addiction and that certain… Read More

December 11, 2023

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

December 9, 2023

Hunter Biden is indicted on 9 tax charges

Hunter Biden faces a heightened legal scrutiny with an indictment on nine tax charges as part of a special counsel investigation into the business dealings of President Joe Biden’s son,… Read More

December 8, 2023

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

December 7, 2023

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

December 6, 2023

Cory Swanson, Broadwater County Attorney announces for Supreme Court

Cory Swanson, the Broadwater County Attorney and Army veteran, officially declared his candidacy for the Montana Supreme Court this week, initiating a competition with former magistrate judge and liberal trial… Read More

December 4, 2023

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

December 4, 2023

Las Vegas Raiders Player Cut After DUI Arrest

A lot of people would give anything to play for an NFL team, so it’s always interesting when one of the players loses their position on a team for a… Read More

December 2, 2023

Sandra Day O’Connor, first woman to serve on Supreme Court, dies at 93

Retired Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to sit on the Supreme Court and a pivotal swing voter in major court cases, passed away at the age of 93… Read More

December 1, 2023

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

November 28, 2023

Kalispell Public Schools to Consider In-District Charter Schools

The Kalispell Public Schools (KPS) Board of Trustees will consider applications for one or more charter schools to be opened within the district at its Oct. 24 meeting. If approved… Read More

October 12, 2023

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

October 12, 2023

Gianforte Recognizes State Employees with Governor’s Awards for Excellence

Governor Greg Gianforte and Department of Administration Director Misty Ann Giles today recognized state employees who have gone above and beyond in their service to the people of Montana with… Read More

October 11, 2023

Miles City Child Sexual Abuse Predator Sentenced to 50 Years

A Miles City man was sentenced to 50 years in the Montana State Prison with a 15 year parole restriction on Monday following his guilty plea to sexual intercourse without… Read More

October 6, 2023

Congressman Zinke Announces Support for Pay Our Troops Legislation

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Today, Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke announced his support for H.R.5641, the Pay Our Troops Act. Under current law, if there is a government shutdown, those serving in… Read More

September 28, 2023

Daines Takes IRS Nominee to Task Over Great Falls Gun Shop Raid, New Army of Agents

Senator Steve Daines today at a Senate Finance hearing took President Biden’s nominee for Chief Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to task over the IRS’ lack of transparency surrounding… Read More

September 28, 2023

Attorney General Knudsen calls on Supreme Court to overrule restrictions on homeless camp bans

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, in a petition filed yesterday, led a coalition of 20 attorneys general in asking the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to reverse a… Read More

September 26, 2023

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

May 31, 2023

Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes urge Canadian Prime Minister to end coal mining

Large-scale coal mining taking place in Canada is impacting people, wildlife, and nature in Montana. “We need to scream this out to everybody because it’s impacting U.S. waters; it’s a… Read More

May 15, 2023

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

May 15, 2023

Special Olympics Torch making its way through Montana

Ahead of the 2023 Special Olympics in Montana, the Special Olympics Torch is making its way through the Treasure State. Recently, the Yellowstone County Sheriff’s Office was able to carry… Read More

May 14, 2023

Montana ranks best state to start a new business

The best state to start a business in 2023 revealed! It’s the Treasure State! Montana ranked as the best state to start a business, with some of the lowest monthly… Read More

May 11, 2023

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

May 2, 2023

Bigfork School Board authorizes purchase of electric bus

Bigfork Schools are taking advantage of a grant which aims to help districts move towards clean energy buses. The Bigfork School Board on Jan. 11 unanimously approved the purchase of… Read More

January 20, 2023

Montana State University student files suit after being removed from sorority

A Montana State University student filed a complaint in U.S. District Court against some university administrators after she was barred from participating in a sorority’s activities for questioning its use… Read More

January 20, 2023

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