For massive Great Falls data center proposal energy supply is crucial to push project forward A proposed data center in Great Falls may require enough electricity to power 88% of Montana’s approximately 540,000 housing units. NorthWestern Energy will play a large role in the project.  The Public Service Commission has asked it to prove it won’t negatively affect ratepayers or

Federal changes could impact Montana broadband expansion Two years ago the federal government announced Montana would be eligible for more than $600 million in funding through the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment to bring high-speed internet to everyone in the U.S. who’s still unserved. The state is expected to finish complete recommendations for awarding funding by September and could   

Governor Greg Gianforte Signs Drunk Driving “Bobby’s Law”  Governor Greg Gianforte held a ceremonial signing of Bobby’s Law at the Flathead County Sheriff’s Posse headquarters in Evergreen Wednesday which will make it easier for prosecutors to pursue felony convictions in cases involving a drunk driving fatality. The bill’s namesake Robert “Bobby” Dewbre was struck and killed by a drunk driver

Montana law faces challenge over impact on Indigenous voting rights A new Montana law is facing legal challenges from the ACLU of Montana and others who argue it restricts Indigenous communities from participating in the state’s electoral process. Senate Bill 490 passed in the 2025 legislative session eliminates eight hours of voter registration on Election Day. The ACLU filed a

Montana’s strategic military presence in a shifting global landscape As global tensions escalate Montana plays a vital role in U.S. national defense through Malmstrom Air Force Base. It oversees 15 missile alert facilities across the state each equipped with underground launch control centers. These facilities form a key part of the nation’s nuclear deterrence strategy. The current Defense Condition level