Politics

Maine Weighs Expanding Ranked-Choice Voting to Gubernatorial and State Legislative Races

The state's Supreme Judicial Court will hear arguments on whether the proposed changes are constitutional.

Sen. Collins Backs Voter ID Bill Despite Maine Voters' Opposition

The Republican senator's support for the federal legislation contradicts her state's recent rejection of voter ID requirements.

Nirav Shah Unveils 'Maine's Affordable Future' Plan to Combat Cost-of-Living Crisis

Gubernatorial candidate proposes policies to lower housing, energy, childcare, student debt, and property tax costs for Maine families.

Maine Legislature Considers Bills to Aid Municipal Emergency Services and Shelters

Proposed legislation aims to expand insurance coverage and increase funding for crisis response and homelessness programs across the state.

Maine Lawmakers Debate New Online Data Privacy Rules

Proposed bill LD 1822 would change how companies collect and use personal data, dividing lawmakers on competing approaches.

Maine coalition pushes for housing crisis reforms by 2026

Build Homes Build Community calls for legislative changes focused on innovation, streamlining, and funding

Assistant U.S. District Attorney to Become District Court Judge in Bangor

Andrew Lizotte set to take on new role after public hearing next month

Augusta man dies in Riverside Drive house fire

Officials say the blaze started in the basement when ignitable liquids were accidentally ignited near a chimney cleanout door.

Maine Senators Angus King and Susan Collins Split on Attending Trump's State of the Union

King cites lack of respect for Constitution, while Collins plans to attend the annual speech

Press Herald news alert on BIW protest deemed inaccurate

Bath city councilor objects to misleading headline about peaceful protest

Protesters in Waterville Criticize Trump on Presidents' Day

More than 80 people held signs at a 'Not This President Day' protest, saying the Trump administration goes against what the holiday stands for.

Lewiston and Portland Prove Themselves Beacons of Community

Mayors highlight how residents in both cities came together to support immigrant and refugee neighbors during recent challenges.

Rep. Pingree Skeptical of Conditions at ICE Facility After Visit

Congresswoman says the facility appeared cleaned up for her oversight tour, but she knows the reality is likely much worse.

11-Year-Old Shares Fears Over Immigration Enforcement, Global Tensions

Violet Hall expresses concerns about ICE actions and the impact on her community.

Mainers Sue DHS After ICE Agents Allegedly Threatened 'Domestic Terrorist' Label

Lawsuit alleges federal agents violated free speech rights, retaliated against residents for filming ICE activity