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Nigerian National Sentenced to Nearly Eight Years for Laundering $3.1 Million in Scam Proceeds

A Nigerian national was sentenced to nearly eight years in federal prison for leading a money-laundering operation that moved more than $3.1 million in proceeds from schemes targeting Americans, including… Read More

September 1, 2026

Judge Halts Construction on Montana’s Proposed Laurel Mental Health Facility

Ruling cites inadequate water-supply analysis, as delay costs state more than $8,000 a day A Yellowstone County district judge has halted all construction, groundbreaking and permitting on Montana’s proposed forensic… Read More

August 31, 2026

Brown Permanently Revokes License of Bail Bondsman Accused of Exploiting Clients

Montana’s state auditor has permanently revoked the insurance producer license of a Kalispell bail bondsman accused of exploiting people under his supervision, including allegedly demanding sexual favors in exchange for… Read More

August 29, 2026

Warsh Marks 100 Days as Fed Chairman With Break From Forward Guidance

In first Jackson Hole address as chairman, Fed chief cites AI’s growing economic influence while calling elevated inflation the central bank’s unfinished business JACKSON HOLE, Wyo. — The Federal Reserve’s… Read More

August 28, 2026

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AGs urge removal of climate science section from National Academies’ manual

(The Center Square) – Following the victory of removing a climate chapter from the Federal Judicial Center’s manual, 21 state attorney generals are urging the National Academy of Sciences to… Read More

February 24, 2026

Seattle City Council votes to restrict sharing info with federal immigration authorities

(The Center Square) – The Seattle City Council has unanimously passed a bill prohibiting city employees and departments from sharing nonpublic personal information with federal immigration authorities for civil enforcement… Read More

February 23, 2026

Groups file brief in support of ending post-Election Day ballot counting

(The Center Square) – Four election integrity groups filed an amicus brief in support of a case that requests the U.S. Supreme Court not allow state laws that permit counting… Read More

February 22, 2026

Riding High: Meet the Military’s Last Remaining Mounted Color Guard

For the individuals who serve in the Marine Corps Mounted Color Guard, every day is a test of composure, discipline and adaptability — essential skills they demonstrate alongside wild palominos… Read More

February 22, 2026

Trump announces new tariffs with ‘certainty’ after Supreme Court ruling

(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on Friday after the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated most of the tariffs underpinning his economic agenda. Hours… Read More

February 21, 2026

UM’s Spring Enrollment Increases for Fifth Consecutive Year

Spring 2026 enrollment numbers are in, and for the fifth consecutive year, the University of Montana reported more students than the previous year. “The consecutive years of growth at UM… Read More

February 21, 2026

War Department, USDA Team Up on National Security

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, cementing the relationship between the two agencies under the National Farm Security Action Plan,… Read More

February 20, 2026

Leading Researcher Named First UM Endowed Chair in Fisheries Science

The University of Montana recently named Yoichiro Kanno, one of the nation’s leading fisheries scientists, as the newest endowed chair in its top-ranked Wildlife Biology Program. Beginning in January 2026,… Read More

February 19, 2026

Robins Air Force Base Laser-Focused on Aircrew Eye Protection

Airmen at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, are helping solve a growing problem among American pilots and aircrews worldwide. The Federal Aviation Administration says laser strikes on aircraft have increased… Read More

February 18, 2026

Seattle settles for $29M with family of student killed by speeding police officer

(The Center Square) – On Tuesday, a judge will decide whether or not to approve a $29 million settlement between the city of Seattle and the family of Jaahnavi Kandula,… Read More

February 18, 2026

U.S. colleges report $5.2B in foreign funds for 2025

(The Center Square) – American colleges and universities have received $5.2 billion in foreign gifts and contracts in 2025, according to data from the U.S. Department of Education. The department… Read More

February 17, 2026

January inflation cools to 2.4%, lowest since May

(The Center Square) – Consumer prices rose by 0.2% overall in January, according to recent data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Overall, the inflation rose to 2.4%… Read More

February 17, 2026

Montana State announces record spring enrollment of 16,373 students

When Cedar Stellon O’Donnell was in high school in Fairbanks, Alaska, she visited Montana State University as part of a tour of colleges she was considering. She wasn’t expecting to… Read More

February 16, 2026

Medal of Honor Monday: Navy Lt. Carlton Hutchins

Navy Lt. Carlton Barmore Hutchins was a skilled aviator who did his best to save his crew during one of the worst naval air disasters before World War II. He… Read More

February 16, 2026

TSA, DOW Create Process to Ease Recruits’ Journey to Basic

When the day to leave for boot camp finally arrives, military recruits often have a lot of anxious thoughts racing through their minds. How long will I have to stay… Read More

February 15, 2026

Pentagon Consolidates Arms-Transfer Agencies Under Acquisition Chief

The Department of War said Thursday it is restructuring two key arms-transfer and technology-security offices, consolidating them under the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment in a move… Read More

February 14, 2026

Feds Launch Whistleblower Portal Targeting Fraud

he Treasury Department is expanding its use of financial enforcement tools, launching a new whistleblower portal aimed at uncovering fraud, money laundering and sanctions violations, officials said Thursday. The initiative,… Read More

February 14, 2026

Treasury Sanctions Hizballah Finance Network, Gold Exchange and Shipping Firms

The U.S. Department of the Treasury moved Thursday to disrupt what officials described as two key financial pipelines sustaining Hezbollah, targeting a Lebanon-based gold exchange and an international procurement and… Read More

February 14, 2026

Stockman Bank Donates $15,000 to Support Student Field Trips to Heritage Center

The Montana Historical Society received a $15,000 donation from Stockman Bank during the grand opening of the bank’s newest Helena branch on Feb. 12. The gift will support the Montana… Read More

February 14, 2026

Governor’s Energy Task Force to Host Public Open Houses Across Montana

Governor Greg Gianforte’s Energy Task Force will host a series of public open houses aimed at gathering input from Montanans on key energy issues facing the state. The first of… Read More

February 14, 2026

Daines Says Tariff on Russian Palladium Safeguards Montana Mining

Steve Daines praised the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 132.83% anti-dumping duty on Russian palladium imports, calling the move a critical step to protect Montana mining jobs and counter… Read More

February 14, 2026

Knudsen Leads Multi-State Coalition Urging Federal Review of Rail Merger

Austin Knudsen is calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to review a proposed merger between Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railway, citing concerns the deal could reduce competition… Read More

February 14, 2026

Gianforte, Knudsen Open Investigation Into Helena Immigration Resolution

Greg Gianforte and Austin Knudsen announced Thursday that the state will investigate whether recent actions by the Helena City Commission violate Montana’s ban on sanctuary city policies. The announcement follows… Read More

February 14, 2026

Defense, Energy Departments Launch Joint Nuclear Reactor Initiative

The Department of War said it is partnering with the Department of Energy on what officials described as a landmark initiative to advance next-generation nuclear power for national security applications…. Read More

February 14, 2026

Idaho has least childcare regulations, Vermont the most out of the 50 states

(The Center Square) – Idaho ranks as the freest of the 50 states when it comes to childcare regulations, while Vermont is the least free, according to a new report… Read More

February 13, 2026

DEQ, Montana Resources finalize consent order on August water incident in Butte

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced Friday, Feb. 6, that it has signed an administrative consent order with Montana Resources (MR) to resolve a water backflow incident that… Read More

February 13, 2026

Wyoming Guard graduates Soldiers from 13R Advanced Leader Course at 213th RTI

The Wyoming Army National Guard graduated Soldiers from the Field Artillery Weapons Locating Radar 13R Advanced Leader Course during a ceremony Jan. 30, 2026, at the 213th Regional Training Institute…. Read More

February 13, 2026

Hegseth Reenlists More Than 100 National Guardsmen in Nation’s Capital

More than 100 National Guard personnel from nine different states gathered in front of the Washington Monument on the National Mall in Washington today to recite the oath of enlistment… Read More

February 13, 2026

NASA awards grant to Montana State for quantum space communications

A new $750,000 EPSCoR grant from NASA will help researchers at Montana State University work to limit the impact of atmospheric turbulence in quantum laser communications links between ground stations… Read More

February 13, 2026

Los Angeles police chief declines to enforce ICE mask ban

(The Center Square) – California has a new law that prohibits law enforcement from wearing masks, but don’t expect it to be enforced in Los Angeles. At least not when… Read More

February 12, 2026

Poll: Majority prefer Trump’s immigration policies over Biden’s

The Center Square) – A majority of Americans say they prefer President Donald Trump’s approach to border security and immigration than they do former President Joe Biden’s, according to new… Read More

February 11, 2026

Dean Kirkeby Confirmed to South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Commission

The South Dakota State Senate has confirmed Governor Larry Rhoden’s appointment of Dean Kirkeby to the South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks (GFP) Commission. “South Dakota is the most beautiful… Read More

February 11, 2026

Commissioner Brown announces preliminary hows slight decline in Marketplace enrollment

Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown announced that preliminary federal data indicates a slight decline in enrollment in Montana’s Health Insurance Marketplace for the 2026… Read More

February 10, 2026

Corey Mock Appointed to NASCIO Executive Committee

Corey Mock, Chief Information Officer for the State of North Dakota, has been appointed to the Executive Committee of the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO). Mock will… Read More

February 10, 2026

Department of War Launches LYNX Platform to Expand Business Participation in Defense Markets

The Department of War (DoW) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) today announced the launch of LYNX, a new digital platform designed to help businesses enter, navigate, and compete more… Read More

February 10, 2026

Lawsuit alleges illegal property assessments across Montana

A class-action lawsuit filed by two Montana property owners alleges the Montana Department of Revenue (DOR) used illegal appraisal methods that artificially inflated property valuations statewide, forcing many taxpayers to… Read More

February 10, 2026

From Forest to Dance Floor, UM Students Power the 107th Foresters’ Ball

In just a few days, the floors, walls and ceiling of Schreiber Gym will seemingly fade away and transform into a vibrant century-old logging town brought to life with music,… Read More

February 9, 2026

President Trump Launches TrumpRx.gov

President Donald J. Trump officially launched TrumpRx.gov, a new federal platform designed to provide Americans with direct access to dramatically lower prices on dozens of high-cost, brand-name prescription drugs. The… Read More

February 9, 2026

Montana State nursing college receives $2.5 million for scholarships, student success efforts

The Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing at Montana State University is set to nearly double its financial support for students after receiving a large grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation – DAF. The $2.5 million gift will go toward scholarships for students… Read More

February 9, 2026

Treasury Convenes Financial Literacy Commission Meeting on Implementation of Trump Accounts

The U.S. Department of the Treasury this week convened a public meeting of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) focused on implementation and outreach for Trump Accounts, a new… Read More

February 8, 2026

War Department Cuts Ties With Harvard University

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth today announced the War Department would sever its academic ties with Harvard University, because attendance at the school no longer meets the needs of the… Read More

February 7, 2026

Montana State accounting students to offer free tax help

ccounting students from Montana State University’s Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship are offering free help preparing tax returns for MSU students and community members who made less than $60,000 last year. The 2026… Read More

February 6, 2026

Three South Dakota Teachers and One School Counselor Earn National Board Certification in 2025

Four South Dakota education professionals were recognized in 2025 for achieving National Board Certification, one of the most prestigious credentials in the teaching and school counseling professions. The South Dakota… Read More

February 5, 2026

New Program Aims to Turn Every American Into a Shareholder

A new federal investment initiative dubbed “Trump Accounts” was unveiled this week as a signature economic policy aimed at expanding private ownership and long-term wealth building for American families, with… Read More

February 5, 2026

Montana Unemployment Holds at 3.4%

Montana’s unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.4 percent in December, extending the state’s streak of over four consecutive years with unemployment at or below that level, according to the Montana… Read More

February 5, 2026

Working Families Tax Cuts Bring Larger Refunds, Higher Paycheck

As the 2026 tax filing season begins, millions of Americans are seeing larger refunds, increased take-home pay, and new opportunities to build long-term financial security under the Working Families Tax… Read More

February 4, 2026

Livingston Man Sentenced to Life for 2022 Murder

A Livingston man has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murder of a man, Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced Monday. Skyler Griebel, 33, was convicted in October… Read More

February 3, 2026

Gov. Little, VA Secretary Doug Collins Highlight Federal-State Partnership for Idaho Veterans

Governor Brad Little and U.S. Senator Jim Risch welcomed U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins to Boise, spotlighting Idaho’s strengthened partnership with the federal government in serving… Read More

February 3, 2026

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