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Discover solopreneurship: Tips from Jackson Black, Business Relationship Manager, to grow your solo business in 2026.

Discover solopreneurship: Tips from Jackson Black, Business Relationship Manager, to grow your solo business in 2026.

President Trump’s bid to cut Education Dept funding failed; Congress approved a slight increase, countering his agenda.

Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen provided confidential voter data to the DOJ, sparking privacy concerns.

Montana’s economy is expected to slow but not enter a recession in 2026, with AI and tax cuts offering growth potential.

Frustrated by rising property taxes, Montana is reconsidering a statewide sales tax, despite historical resistance.

The Missoula City Council approved a new zoning code to boost housing, walkability, and align with climate goals.

Virginia City businesses sue the Department of Commerce over increased lease rates, seeking to halt contract terminations.
BILLINGS — A bipartisan coalition, including former Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Tester, advocates for a ballot initiative to ban corporate spending in Montana elections. Other proponents are Jeff Mangan, ex-commissioner of political practices; former Republican Gov. Marc Racicot; and ex-independent congressional candidate Gary Buchanan. Speaking to about 800 attendees at

WASHINGTON — U.S. Education Dept. spent millions trying to eliminate civil rights office, watchdog finds in GAO report.

Household incomes have risen unevenly across the US, with Utah seeing a 78% increase since 1970, leading all states.

About two dozen people opposed a state proposal for a psychiatric facility near Laurel, citing safety and tax concerns.

A federal judge ruled a lawsuit by two MSU students from Turkey and Iran, whose visas were revoked, can proceed.