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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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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

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

August 31, 2024

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

August 31, 2024

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

August 31, 2024

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

August 31, 2024

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

August 25, 2024

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

August 24, 2024

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

August 24, 2024

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

August 23, 2024

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

August 23, 2024

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

August 23, 2024

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

August 23, 2024

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

August 22, 2024

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

August 22, 2024

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

August 21, 2024

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

August 21, 2024

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

August 21, 2024

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

August 20, 2024

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

August 19, 2024

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

August 19, 2024

Veterans Affairs to spend $806.4M addressing homeless veterans

(The Center Square) — The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Friday it will spend $806.4 million in two grants to reduce homelessness among U.S. veterans. The VA will give $797.5… Read More

August 18, 2024

Knudsen on Supreme Court Blocking Biden-Harris Administration’s Title IX Rule

The United States Supreme Court ruled today to block the Biden-Harris administration’s Title IX rule, a decision that halts the enforcement of regulations perceived as threatening the rights and safety… Read More

August 18, 2024

Busy Beekeepers: UMOnline Certificate Trains Master Beekeepers Worldwide

MISSOULA – Despite the balmy June heat, Tamila Morgan was clad head to toe in a tan beekeeping suit as hives teeming with the fuzzy black and yellow pollinators buzzed… Read More

August 18, 2024

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