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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Educational Services industry file 57 petitions in Montana throughout 2024

Employers classified under the Educational Services industry based in Montana submitted 57 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

By Big Sky Times | Apr 14, 2025

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Montana aims to enhance conservation with Habitat Legacy Account initiative

Montana's Habitat Legacy Account aims to provide sustainable funding for conserving wildlife habitats, enhancing working lands, and supporting outdoor heritage.

By Big Sky Times | Apr 14, 2025

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Former Polson officer pleads guilty to child sexual abuse and incest charges

By Big Sky Times | Apr 10, 2025

A former police officer from Polson, Montana, Matthew Timm, has pleaded guilty to serious charges involving the sexual abuse of a minor.

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Five briefs support AG Knudsen’s request for SCOTUS to review abortion rights case

By Big Sky Times | Apr 8, 2025

Five amicus briefs have been submitted in support of Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen's request for the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to review and reverse a Montana Supreme Court decision.

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5 H-1B petitions filed by Manufacturing employers classified under the Manufacturing industry in Montana in 2024

By Big Sky Times | Apr 7, 2025

In 2024, five H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located in Montana, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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EDA awards over $1 million in grants for economic development projects in Montana in 2023

By Big Sky Times | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 10 grants totaling $1,777,800 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Montana.

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Montana Highway Patrol incident involves deceased suspect with explosives warrant

By Big Sky Times | Apr 3, 2025

Two Montana Highway Patrol troopers were involved in a critical incident on Thursday afternoon near Big Timber.

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Attorneys general urge Trump Administration to address drug trafficking vulnerabilities

By Big Sky Times | Apr 1, 2025

Attorney General Austin Knudsen, along with a coalition of 25 attorneys general, has requested the Trump Administration to address a loophole that facilitates the entry of fentanyl into the United States.

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Kalispell man sentenced for homicide of homeless man

By Big Sky Times | Apr 1, 2025

A Kalispell man has been sentenced to 50 years in the Montana State Prison for the deliberate homicide of a homeless man, with 10 years of the sentence suspended, according to Attorney General Austin Knudsen.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Montana employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?

By Big Sky Times | Mar 31, 2025

In 2024, 51 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located in Montana, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Montana drug trafficker sentenced to nine years after DCI investigation

By Big Sky Times | Mar 31, 2025

A former resident of Beaverhead County, Owen David James, has been sentenced to 108 months in federal prison.

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Wells Fargo drops net-zero policy after investigation by Montana Attorney General

By Big Sky Times | Mar 27, 2025

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced the closure of his investigation into Wells Fargo's potential deceptive trade practices connected to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policies.

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How many H-1B petitions made by Montana employers were approved during 2024?

By Big Sky Times | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 97.6% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Montana were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Regional conference addresses human trafficking challenges in Montana

By Big Sky Times | Mar 26, 2025

Attorney General Austin Knudsen is set to host the 2025 Greater Rockies Immersive Training (GRIT) Conference in Bozeman, Montana from April 28 to 30.

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Montana saw 9.6% increase in transfer dependency percentage between 1970 and 2022

By Big Sky Times | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 18.3% of income in Montana. How does this compare to historical figures?

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Montana AG advises on protecting genetic data after 23andMe bankruptcy

By Big Sky Times | Mar 25, 2025

Following the recent bankruptcy announcement by 23andMe, Attorney General Austin Knudsen has issued a reminder to Montanans about safeguarding their genetic data.

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Montana sees fewer fentanyl seizures but more felony drug arrests

By Big Sky Times | Mar 25, 2025

Law enforcement efforts in Montana have resulted in a decrease in fentanyl seizures and an increase in drug-related felony arrests, according to Attorney General Austin Knudsen.

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An employer classified under the Information industry file 2 H-1B petitions in Montana throughout 2024

By Big Sky Times | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, two H-1B petitions were filed by an employer classified under the Information industry located in Montana, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Montana sheriffs' association announces scholarship opportunities for law enforcement careers

By Big Sky Times | Mar 24, 2025

The Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association (MSPOA) is offering scholarship opportunities for students interested in pursuing a career in local law enforcement.

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Coalition supports Trump's efforts against Venezuelan gang

By Big Sky Times | Mar 21, 2025

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of 26 attorneys general in support of President Donald J. Trump's initiative to deport members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua (TdA).