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Morning Newscast 05-17-16

MTPR Morning Newscast
Josh Burnham
MTPR Morning Newscast

A bison calf that tourists loaded into their vehicle at Yellowstone National Park because they were concerned for its welfare has spurred warnings to avoid wildlife after the animal had to be put down.

An investigation by a digital forensics company into the release of sensitive student information from a Missoula high school in December has found that "user error" led to the data breach.

A showdown is shaping up over the future of Wyoming's coal industry today as federal officials look at overhauling the federal coal leasing program and possibly charging more to mine.

The nation's primary wildfire-fighters are getting ready for the 2016 season, which is expected to be worse than average in Hawaii, Alaska and the Southwest. U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will meet with regional forest officials Tuesday to discuss plans and preparations.

Native American-owned businesses from five states are meeting in Great Falls this week to network and share ideas for overcoming barriers and finding opportunities.

While infrastructure looms as a key issue in the governor's race, it is also becoming a defining issue in key legislative contests as Republican moderates and conservatives battle over the direction of their party.

Researchers say Montana elk are to blame for an animal disease spreading into new areas around Yellowstone National Park. The finding disputes conventional wisdom that said park bison and wildlife feeding grounds in Wyoming were responsible.

A federal judge says he will decide whether Montana's campaign contribution limits are unconstitutional without holding a trial. U.S. District Judge Charles Lovell signed an order yesterday canceling a bench trial that had been scheduled for next week. He will decide the case based on briefs and arguments by the state and attorneys for the plaintiffs.

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