Ken Capron, a candidate for governor of Maine, discussed his candidacy and platform. He highlighted his background as a CPA and financial systems analyst, emphasizing his expertise in government finance and efficiency. Capron criticized the current state of Maine’s finances, citing a recent audit report, and proposed creating an Office of Inspector General to address systemic issues. He stressed the need for smaller government and better financial management. Capron differentiated himself from other candidates by his financial expertise and innovative solutions, such as using cruise ships for housing and developing new transportation modes. He also outlined his campaign strategy, including fundraising and volunteer efforts under the Clean Elections program.
Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.
Workers at Denver airport initially missed a security breach by man who scaled an 8-foot perimeter fence and crossed a runway where he was hit and killed in a fiery collision by a plane with 231 people on board, authorities said Tuesday.
The Labor Department's consumer price index rose 3.8% from April 2025, according to data released Tuesday. On a month-to-month basis, April prices rose 0.6% from March as gasoline prices rose 5.4% during the month; the month-over-month gain was down from 0.9% increase from February to March.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers in Congress on Tuesday about the Trump administration's end game for the Iran war, the conflict's costs and its impact on diminishing weapons stockpiles.
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