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Evening Newscast 05-26-17

Montana Public Radio Evening Newscast
Josh Burnham
Montana Evening Newscast

Both political parties are finding cause for optimism in Montana’s House race, won by Republican Greg Gianforte, in spite of last-minute assault charges.

A California man involved in a shootout with law enforcement officers that resulted in a deputy’s death has pleaded not guilty to more than two dozen felony charges related to the May 16th incident.

The Libertarian in yesterday’s special election says he’s getting accused of being a spoiler candidate.

Montana's new congressman hasn't even been sworn into his first public office and people are already talking about his prospects in 2018 and even 2020.

A state judge has ruled that Montana's School Choice program can grant scholarships to students who attend faith-based schools.

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