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Friday, May 15, 2026 · Kalispell
Conservation Groups Sue Over Montana's Nutrient Pollution Rules
Conservation groups sued the EPA over Montana's decision to replace numeric pollution limits with vague narrative standards, arguing the change violates the Clean Water Act and threatens trout streams.
BLM Revokes American Prairie's Bison Grazing Permits in Phillips County
The BLM rescinded American Prairie's bison grazing permits on seven Phillips County allotments, ruling the nonprofit manages its herd for conservation rather than livestock production.
Friday, May 15, 2026
BLM Scraps Conservation Rule, Opening Montana Public Lands to Development
The Bureau of Land Management rescinded a conservation rule that treated environmental protection as equal to resource development on federal lands in Montana, returning to a framework that prioritizes extraction industries.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Montana regulators weigh $15B merger that would put Black Hills in control of NorthWestern
The Montana Public Service Commission opened hearings on a $15 billion merger that would give Black Hills Corp. control of NorthWestern Energy. Regulators must decide whether the deal serves Montana ratepayers.
Friday, May 15, 2026
U.S. Presence in Strait of Hormuz Increases Amidst Tensions with Iran
The United States has increased its naval presence in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. This action follows statements regarding maritime security in the region. The U.S. aims to monitor vessel activity.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Iranian Politician Claims Tehran Will Maintain Authority Over Strait of Hormuz
Ebrahim Azizi stated Iran intends to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The statement comes amid ongoing geopolitical concerns regarding maritime traffic in the region. The Strait of Hormuz represents a vital shipping route for global oil supplies.
Friday, May 15, 2026