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Wednesday, July 1, 202607/01/2026

Rep. Laurel Libby

In Local, Podcasts

We speak to Rep. Laurel Libby on all things political in Maine and National.

Wednesday, July 1, 202607/01/2026

Leyland Streiff- Protect Girls Sports in Maine

In Local, Podcasts

Matt speaks with Leyland Streiff, Principal Officer of the Protect Girls Sports in Maine ballot referendum, and the leader of the Maine Girl Dads.

Tuesday, June 30, 202606/30/2026

Capital Insights

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Phil Harriman joins the WGAN Morning News in-studio to discuss his latest take on the current state of politics in…

Tuesday, June 30, 202606/30/2026

Tuesday’s With Howie Carr

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Tuesday’s With Howie Carr sponsored by Route 22 Service Center, don’t delay, make an appointment today at Route 22 Service…

Tuesday, June 30, 202606/30/2026

Supreme Court News

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The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that states can count mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day, even if they arrive later,…

Tuesday, June 30, 202606/30/2026

Poll Between Candidates

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The New York Times/Sienna poll revealed Democrat Hannah Pingree as the heavy favorite in the Maine governor’s race, leading with…

Tuesday, June 30, 202606/30/2026

Meteorologist Joe Lundberg

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AccuWeather senior meteorologist Joe Lundberg discussed an upcoming extreme heat wave, with temperatures peaking on Thursday and Friday, followed by…

Tuesday, June 30, 202606/30/2026

Go Red Sox!

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The conversation primarily revolves around the recent performance and future prospects of the Boston Red Sox. The team is currently…

Monday, June 29, 202606/29/2026

America’s 250th

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The discussion reflects on the 250th anniversary of American independence, considering what the founding fathers might think of modern society.…

Monday, June 29, 202606/29/2026

Maine Wire Monday’s

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Jon Fetherston of the Maine Wire joins Matt to discuss his take on what’s happening around Maine.

Local Headlines

6 hours ago in Local

Defamation Lawsuit from Lobstermen in Jeopardy Over Free-Speech Concerns

The New England-based plaintiffs sued the Monterey Bay Aquarium for defamation.

10 hours ago in Local

More Shark Sightings Reported in Scarborough

The observations are consistent with the increased shark activity reported over the past several days.

10 hours ago in Local

Man Critically Injured in Poland SUV-Motorcycle Crash

The crash remains under investigation.

National Headlines

13 hours ago in National

Takeaways from Tuesday’s elections: El-Sayed pulls off narrow victory over Democratic establishment

Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.

21 hours ago in National

North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee recommends his censure

Embattled North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign on Wednesday, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.

21 hours ago in National

Stevens and El-Sayed are in a close race for Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination

Moderate candidate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed were in a tight race for Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in the early morning hours of Wednesday.

23 hours ago in National

Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination Clears Key Hurdle

WASHINGTON (AP) — Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche cleared a critical hurdle Tuesday in his bid to be confirmed to…