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Gianforte Honors Winners of 2025 Youth Hunting Story Contest at Capitol
Gov. Greg Gianforte recognized ten Montana youth during a ceremony at the State Capitol, celebrating the winners of his fourth annual Youth Hunting Story Contest and highlighting the state’s long-standing… Read More
Trump Administration Announces Leadership Team for Gaza Peace and Reconstruction Plan
President Donald J. Trump announced key appointments to implement Phase Two of his Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict, marking a major step toward stabilization, reconstruction, and long-term governance… Read More
Montana Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.3% in November, Remains Among Nation’s Lowest
Montana’s unemployment rate increased to 3.3 percent in November, continuing a streak of more than four consecutive years with unemployment at or below 3.4 percent, state officials announced. The state’s… Read More
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Texas Troopers Rescue Migrants from Cloned Truck in Rural Southwest Texas
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers discovered 17 migrants hidden inside a cloned semi-trailer in rural southwest Texas on Thursday, potentially saving their lives as temperatures approached 100 degrees… Read More
Montana State Rallies to Beat New Mexico in Season Opener
Montana State pulled off a dramatic comeback to defeat New Mexico 35-31 in their season opener on Saturday. Adam Jones’ 93-yard touchdown run and Scottre Humphrey’s 4-yard touchdown run in… Read More
Montana Cancer Doctor Accused of Fraud and Overprescription
A Montana cancer specialist, Dr. Thomas Weiner, is facing serious allegations following a four-year federal investigation into his medical practices. The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced a civil lawsuit on Tuesday… Read More
Multi agency operation nabs 33 violent gang members in border town of Uvalde
(The Center Square) – Thirty-three members of violent gangs were arrested as part of a multi-agency operation targeting transnational and organized crime in the border town of Uvalde, Texas, and… Read More
15 states sue Biden-Harris administration for enrolling noncitizens in Obamacare
(The Center Square) – A coalition of states led by Kansas has sued the Biden-Harris administration to block the federal government from providing free health care through the taxpayer-funded Affordable… Read More
Report: New York City can save $42M by merging local elections
(The Center Square) — New York City could save taxpayers tens of millions of dollars by moving local elections to even-numbered years to align with federal and state elections, according… Read More
MSU fans encouraged to “Pack the Place in Pink” for Sept. 21 football game
BOZEMAN – Montana State will continue its annual “Pack the Place in Pink” tradition to promote breast cancer awareness on Sept. 21 at the Bobcats’ home football game. Fans are… Read More
Montana Meth Project Launches New Campaign to Combat Fentanyl Crisis
On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, the Montana Meth Project announced a major expansion of its efforts to address the escalating Fentanyl crisis. The organization is introducing the Montana… Read More
Montana State University Launches Free Shuttle Service for Campus Transportation
Montana State University (MSU) will debut a new free shuttle service this fall, designed to improve campus mobility and accessibility. The CatTracks shuttle service will start operating on Wednesday, August… Read More
Governor Gianforte Urges Montana Schools to Adopt “Cell Phone-Free” Policies
Governor Greg Gianforte has called on Montana’s superintendents and school board trustees to implement “cell phone-free” policies in a bid to reduce classroom distractions and enhance student academic performance. In… Read More
Ballot Measures CI-126 and CI-127 Certified for November Election
Montana’s election landscape could get a significant shift this November, as the Secretary of State’s Office has certified two ballot measures aimed at overhauling the state’s election system. Constitutional Initiatives… Read More
Drug Developed at UM Moves to Cancer Patient Trials
MISSOULA – A compound discovered by the University of Montana Center for Translational Medicine has started Phase I clinical trials with cancer patients. The center’s partner in the effort is… Read More
Empowering young CEOs
On July 23, the UND Center for Innovation and the Grand Forks Small Business Development Center welcomed nine young people from the Greater Grand Forks area to this year’s Kidpreneur… Read More
Illegal border crossings surpass 12.5 million since Biden-Harris took office
(The Center Square) – U.S. Customs and Border Protection released monthly border apprehension data on Friday, saying, “statistics show lowest southwest border encounters in nearly four years.” CBP also claimed… Read More
Washington unemployment 7th worst nationally
(The Center Square) – The Washington Employment Security Department (ESD) is out with June’s unemployment numbers for the state. The June rate is 4.9%, which doesn’t sound too bad until you… Read More
Incoming USD Student Miles Krajewski to Compete in 2024 Paralympic Games
Miles Krajewski is embarking on a transformative journey this fall, not only as a first-year student at the University of South Dakota, but also as a Paralympian competing in the… Read More
Pro-Palestine protest shuts down LA freeway during peak rush hour
(The Center Square) – Pro-Palestine protesters shut down a major Los Angeles freeway during the height of rush hour, leading California Highway Patrol to detain several protesters. The protest of… Read More
Washington may alter stance ending lifetime supervision for highest-risk sex offenders
(The Center Square) – In January during the legislative session, House Committee on Community Safety, Justice, & Reentry Chair Roger Goodman, D-Kirkland, introduced House Bill 2178 to allow level two and… Read More
Gianforte Reviews Property Tax Reform Proposals, Highlights Support for Homestead Exemption
On Thursday, Governor Greg Gianforte met with members of his appointed task force to discuss their recommendations for property tax reform. The governor offered feedback on the proposals, which are… Read More