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March 7, 2024

Maine mass shooting suspect Robert Card had traumatic brain injuries, new scan shows

Army reservist Robert Card, who allegedly shot and killed 18 people in Lewiston, Maine, had signs of traumatic brain injuries, a newly released scan found.

March 7, 2024

Maine considers bill that would establish 'legal right' to abortion, transgender surgical procedures

Maine considers bill that would legalize abortions and transgender procedures and protect clinicians from facing penalties.

March 5, 2024

Pat Collins, mother of GOP Maine Sen. Susan, dead at 96

Patricia "Pat" Collins, a lifelong public servant and mother of six — including Republican Maine Sen. Susan Collins — died Tuesday. She was 96.

March 4, 2024

China-linked US pot farms spark raids, calls for stronger crackdowns

Chinese investors and Asian criminal organizations may be taking over the illicit marijuana trade in the U.S., sparking calls for stronger crackdowns across the country.

March 4, 2024

Maine commission to hear from family members of Lewiston mass shooting victims

An independent commission, appointed by Democratic Gov. Janet Mills, is investigating the deadliest mass shooting in Maine's history, which occurred on Oct. 25, 2023.

March 1, 2024

Disruptive, intoxicated passengers get Newark-bound United flight diverted to Maine

A Newark-bound United Airlines flight from London was diverted to Bangor, Maine, after two apparently intoxicated passenger caused a disruption on board.

March 1, 2024

US lobster industry grapples climate change, whale protection regulations as catches drop

The lobster fishing industry in America, primarily based in Maine, has faced challenges leading to a decline in catch. Factors include changing ocean conditions.

February 29, 2024

Northern border: Agents arrest group of Chinese trying to sneak into Maine from Canada

Border Patrol in Fort Fairfield, Maine arrested a group of Chinese nationals near the northern border with Canada who were illegally seeking entry into the US.

February 29, 2024

Maine Democrats seek comprehensive gun control measures following state's deadliest shooting

Maine lawmakers have introduced extensive gun violence measures, including a 72-hour waiting period for most gun purchases, following the state's deadliest shooting.

February 28, 2024

Maine family that wanted to build world's tallest flagpole to pay $250K permitting fine

The Flagpole View Cabins, built from 2019 to 2022 in rural Maine by the Worcester family, had no environmental permits from the state. The family now has agreed to pay a $250,000 penalty.