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Thursday, March 19, 202603/19/2026

Politics With a Pop

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The conversation revolves around the “Call of the Week” competition on WGN Morning News. Matt then discusses the unique branding…

Wednesday, March 18, 202603/18/2026

Wednesday Opinions

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The discussion covered various topics, including the resignation of Joe Kent, who was accused of leaking sensitive information, potentially facing…

Wednesday, March 18, 202603/18/2026

Eye On Politics

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Eric Lusk & BJ McCollister give their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.

Wednesday, March 18, 202603/18/2026

Tech Talk: Craig Peterson

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Craig Peterson – America’s Leading CyberSecurity Coach, Joins The WGAN Morning News every Wednesday at 7:35 for Tech Talk. Catch…

Wednesday, March 18, 202603/18/2026

Death Of Paul Ehrlich

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Matt discusses the impact of Paul Ehrlich’s book “The Population Bomb,” which warned of overpopulation leading to famine and disease…

Wednesday, March 18, 202603/18/2026

Rep. Laurel Libby

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Representative Laura Libby discussed the fast-paced legislative session in Augusta, anticipating a majority budget passage by March 31. She criticized…

Wednesday, March 18, 202603/18/2026

AI In Campaigns?

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The conversation revolves around the use of AI in political opposition research, specifically a micro site created by the Charles…

Wednesday, March 18, 202603/18/2026

6 Years Ago: Covid-19

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The conversation revolves around the persistence of mask-wearing and pandemic-related restrictions, even after the initial threat has subsided. Matt criticizes…

Tuesday, March 17, 202603/17/2026

Steve’s Call

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The discussion centered on Steve from Westbrook’s criticism of President Trump’s policy inconsistencies and the media’s portrayal of him. Steve…

Tuesday, March 17, 202603/17/2026

Phil Harriman

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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…

Local Headlines

12 hours ago in Local

A Teen Accused of Crashing His Car into a Plane at the Portsmouth International Airport

The teen was charged on multiple counts including aggravated DWI and disobeying a police officer.

18 hours ago in Local

Crews Battle Large Northern Maine Fire for 4-Hours

Firefighters say the exact location of the fire was hard to determine

18 hours ago in Local

3 Seriously Injured in I-295 Head-on Crash in Portland

Police say two of the four lanes of I-295 were shut down for just over two hours.

National Headlines

3 days ago in National

Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell form in the Pacific Ocean as Dolly churns in the Atlantic

Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.

3 days ago in National

As super El Nino strengthens, study suggests that climate change is intensifying El Ninos

A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.

5 days ago in National

Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the US this year, both people unvaccinated

Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.

6 days ago in Local, National

Canada Trade War Could Shake Senate Races

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — President Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada is escalating as the midterm elections approach, threatening Republican…