Matt Gagnon announced the passing of former state senator and Secretary of State Bill Diamond at 80, who had been battling cancer. Despite his health challenges, Diamond remained active, often joining Gagnon’s show to discuss his organization, Walk a Mile in Their Shoes, and Maine’s Child Welfare system. Known for his integrity, Diamond was universally respected across political lines. Gagnon shared a personal story of Diamond’s generosity in helping him find old Secretary of State data. Diamond’s ability to bridge political divides and his open-mindedness were celebrated, with calls from listeners echoing his impact on Maine politics.
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's ban of three news outlets from the White House, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. Reporters from all three outlets, however, said they remained blocked a few hours after the ruling.
It's harvest time in California wine country, but many growers are struggling to sell their grapes as changing drinking habits have caused demand to plunge. The decline is forcing some growers to tear out vineyards that their families have grown for generations.
In-person voting for this year's midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.
Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.
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