The New York Times/Sienna poll revealed Democrat Hannah Pingree as the heavy favorite in the Maine governor’s race, leading with 50% support, followed by Republican Bobby Charles at 36% and independent Rick Bennett at 8%. The poll, conducted between June 19-26 with a margin of error of 4.8%, suggests Pingree’s strong position might make the race seem insurmountable, but potential shifts could occur. Rick Bennett needs early, creative advertising to gain momentum and avoid being a non-viable option. Bobby Charles, with a base of 32-35%, could potentially win over independent voters, but the poll indicates a default drift towards the Democratic Party.
Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.
The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.
Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.
The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.
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