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Bill to limit local police involvement with ICE in Maine punted for next legislative session

A controversial bill in Augusta that would limit local law enforcement’s cooperation with federal immigration officials has been tabled for the next legislative session.

Why Maine Representatives Voted Against ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

The bill, which was restructured by the Senate, is currently back in the House of Representatives.

The Senate has passed President Donald Trump’s beautiful big bill

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans hauled President Donald Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill to passage Tuesday on…

Senate rejects rural hospital amendment proposed by Susan Collins as debate over spending bill continues

Lawmakers rejected an amendment to the GOP’s so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill” proposed by Sen. Susan Collins aimed at keeping rural hospitals open.

Record-Breaking Travel Expected for July 4th Weekend

AAA says the holiday will bring the highest volume of automobile and air travelers on record.

K9s, drones and aircraft used in search for missing Hollis man

The Maine Warden Service is looking for a 76-year-old man from Hollis.

Waterville man who pleaded guilty in fatal shooting sentenced to 10 years behind bars

A Waterville man was sentenced Friday to 10 years behind bars for a fatal shooting last year.

4th of July Fireworks Guide for Southern Maine – 2025

The following coastal towns have announced firework launch times.

Silver Alert for a Hollis Man

Maine State Police have issued a Silver Alert for a Hollis man with cognitive issues. 76-year-old Ralph Hughes was last…

Massachusetts man sentenced to prison for trafficking fentanyl into Maine

Alvin Dorsey, 39, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for trafficking fentanyl into the state of Maine.

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Portland police say parents won’t press charges after student grabbed while walking to school

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No charges are expected after an eighth-grade student at King Middle School in Portland was grabbed by the wrist by an unknown person while walking to school on Thursday.

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Gov. Mills directs Maine DHHS to fully fund SNAP benefits for November

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Gov. Janet Mills announced Friday that Maine will fully fund SNAP benefits for the month of November.

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Text Messages Show Maine Border Patrol Agent Bragged About Chicago Shooting

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The text messages came to light in federal court this week.

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Portland Jetport Bracing for Cancellations with Air Traffic Reduction Order

The Jetport is encouraging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

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Police Looking for 17-Year-Old Missing Since Sunday

Officers say Mary Hembree was supposed to be spending the night with friends in Brewer.