Alone with a killer in the Montana wilderness
Danni Houchins was found dead in a swamp in Montana. Decades later, a friend of Danni's sister realized she'd been alone with Danni's killer in the wilderness.
Montana
11/23/2025: The Bus on Route 62; The Last Best Place; The Empty Rooms
First, Ukrainian survivors recount deadly bus attack. Then, Montana’s fight to block public land sales. And, a look at the rooms left behind after school shootings.
Montanans say sale of public land would be an attack on a way of life
A proposal in Congress earlier this year to sell public land has Montanans fighting to defend their frontier.
Why Montana fought against the sale of public land
This summer, Montana rallied to kill a congressional proposal that would have opened the door to the sale of public land. Residents there stress the importance of those spaces.
Montana's fight to block public land sales
This summer, Montana rallied to kill a congressional proposal that would have opened the door to the sale of public land. Residents there stress the importance of those spaces.
The Last Best Place | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Montana has found itself at the center of a national debate over what to do with America's vast reserves of public land. Jon Wertheim speaks with locals and officials for a look at the bipartisan fight to preserve what many Montanans hold most dear. 60 Minutes, Sunday.
Montana man convicted in campsite killing originally reported as bear attack
A jury has found Daren Christopher Abbey guilty of murder in the brutal killing of Dustin Kjersem at his campsite near Big Sky, Montana, in October 2024.
Rail conductor struck and killed by a train in Montana
Authorities are investigating the death of a BNSF Railway conductor who was hit by a passing train, the NTSB said.
Where is Jermain Charlo?
Police release last known images of 23-year-old missing mom. Can this security camera video help reveal what happened to her? "48 Hours" contributor Michelle Miller reports.
It's About Danni
When 15-year-old Danni Houchins is found dead in a swamp, her family says they were led to believe she drowned. 24 years later, Danni’s sister learns the terrible truth. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Montana lawmaker disciplined by state House
The Montana House voted Wednesday to discipline state Rep. Zooey Zephyr, who is transgender. Zephyr had been prevented by the Republican-led body from debating a bill that would ban gender-affirming care for minors.
Smoke cloud from meth seized by FBI sickens Montana animal shelter workers
Fourteen animal shelter workers were evacuated and went to the hospital. The shelter's 75 dogs and cats were relocated or put into foster homes.
Coexisting with grizzlies in Montana
Montana's grizzly and human populations have both risen substantially since 1975, when the bears were protected under the Endangered Species Act. Bill Whitaker reports on conservation efforts that have led to grizzly recovery, and the farmers, ranchers and residents now encountering these ferocious animals.
Montana ranchers challenge the existing food system in a bid to stay alive
Cole Mannix, cofounder of Old Salt Co-op, says the longterm survival of ranchers depends on rewriting the rules of the existing food system.
How Montana ranchers are challenging status quo
Cole Mannix, cofounder of Old Salt Co-op, says the long-term survival of ranchers depends on rewriting the rules of the existing food system. The co-op unites five ranchers who are all committed to sustainable land management. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Montana man charged in deadly bar shooting faces additional charges
A Montana man suspected of killing four people at a bar, then evading capture for a week, has been charged with additional crimes, including attempted arson.
Montana man caught a week after bar shooting faces 4 counts of murder
The charges were posted on a court website Saturday after previously having been under seal by a state judge.
Suspect in Montana bar shooting captured, ending week-long manhunt
Authorities had been searching for the suspect who shot and killed 4 people last week at a bar in Anaconda, Montana.
Montana bar shooting suspect captured
Montana's governor said that the dayslong manhunt for the suspect in a bar shooting has ended. 45-year-old Michael Brown was taken into custody on Friday.
Manhunt for Montana bar shooter is state's highest priority, governor says
As the search for Michael Paul Brown continued, Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signed an executive order freeing up more resources for local law enforcement.
Montana manhunt stretches on
Authorities in Western Montana are pleading for patience as the manhunt for a suspected gunman in a mass shooting that killed four people in the town of Anaconda stretches into a fifth day on Monday. Omar Villafranca reports.
Reward expands over Montana suspect
The search for a military veteran suspected of fatally shooting four people at a Montana bar has stretched into its fifth day. Authorities in Anaconda have increased the reward for information leading to his arrest. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca has the latest.
Former bartender on suspected Montana gunman
A former bartender at The Owl Bar in Anaconda, Montana, said the man accused of fatally shooting four people on Friday morning was not in a safe mental place. A manhunt is underway for Michael Paul Brown, 45, who lived next door to the bar, according to its owner. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca has more details.
Manhunt for Montana bar shooting suspect continues as town mourns
Police are looking for Michael Paul Brown, 45, after four people were shot and killed in The Owl Bar in the small town of Anaconda, Montana.
$10,000 reward for info in Montana manhunt
There is an intense manhunt in Western Montana for 45-year old Army veteran Michael Paul Brown, the suspected gunman in a mass shooting at a bar in Anaconda last week. Omar Villafranca has more.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Report finds Afghanistan mission was "two-decade long effort fraught with waste"
The final report this week from the special inspector general for Afghanistan identified $26 billion in waste, fraud, and abuse in U.S. reconstruction spending in Afghanistan since 2009.
U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
The officials in a joint statement said they made progress on creating a security framework for postwar Ukraine and are urging Russia to commit to peace.
Judge orders unsealing of grand jury transcripts from Epstein case in Florida
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Here's were minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Suspect in D.C. pipe bomb case ordered detained in first court appearance
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC headquarters in 2021 was ordered detained in his first appearance in federal court.
Minnesota officials saw signs of massive fraud even before COVID hit
In July 2019, Minnesota state officials spotted early signs of fraud that would eventually siphon away more than $1 billion in taxpayer money, sources told CBS News.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.