Month: July 2025

Illegal Alien Used Stolen Identity for 30 Years Before Passport Application Exposed Fraud in Billings
30-year fraud unraveled when federal passport verification exposed stolen Puerto Rican identity

Montana State University Satellite Reaches Orbit After Delayed Launch, Awaits First Contact
REAL CubeSat will spend six months collecting data on solar particles that threaten satellites and contribute to ozone destruction

Broadband Revolution: What the New Federal Guidelines Mean for Montana and Beyond
New federal guidelines allow state to choose best technology for rural areas



Sheehy Introduces Bill to Block Federal Funding for ‘Anarchist Jurisdictions’
SAFE Cities Act would direct Attorney General to publish list of jurisdictions that fail to maintain law and order

Downing Bill Gives Prosecutors More Time to Pursue $200 Billion in COVID Fraud
Montana congressman’s legislation extends statute of limitations to prosecute pandemic program fraud from five to 10 years



Billings Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Meth and Fentanyl Distribution
45-year-old admitted to purchasing two pounds of methamphetamine for distribution

Missoula County Warns Residents of Property Tax Payment Scams
Officials urge residents to verify directly with county office before making payments









