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2 weeks ago

Proposed bills in Augusta could increase taxes for wealthy Mainers and corporations

The bills would require Mainers who earn over $1 million and corporations that earn over $3.5 million to pay slightly higher taxes, and would also see tax brackets adjusted.

2 weeks ago

A Political PAC Funded by a Dead Maine Philanthropist, is Throwing Support to a Gubernatorial Candidate

Reclaim Maine is funding online ads for Republican gubernatorial candidate, Bobby Charles.

3 weeks ago

Police arrest 3 accused of running from crash scene in Richmond

Three men from Venezuela accused of running from police after a crash in Richmond are facing charges.

3 weeks ago

Portland police chief responds to reports that officers cooperated with ICE

Portland's Police Chief says the city does not participate in federal immigration enforcement.

3 weeks ago

One Person Stabbed in Mattawamkeag Home Invasion

Deputies say the victim had left the scene in a vehicle and was subsequently located at another residence.

3 weeks ago

Man Arrested for Kidnapping After Bangor Motel Confrontation

Officers say a woman was able to escape and call police.

3 weeks ago

3 turned over to ICE after ATM burglaries in Augusta

ICE has taken three men into custody who are accused of breaking into ATMs in Augusta.

3 weeks ago

Health officials say measles cluster in Penobscot County is contained

The Maine CDC says five cases of measles reported in Penobscot County last month have been contained.

3 weeks ago

Bellows Demands Assurance ICE Won’t be at Maine Polling Places

Bellows has joined eight other secretaries of state to send a letter to the Department of Homeland Security.

3 weeks ago

The Maine Public Defense System Out of Money to Pay Attorneys

The commission is urging the legislature to pass a bill that provides funding on an emergency basis.

3 weeks ago

Man accused of killing girlfriend in Carrabassett Valley ordered held without bail

A man accused of shooting and killing his longtime girlfriend in Carrabassett Valley this week will remain held without bail after his first court appearance on Wednesday.

3 weeks ago

3 fishermen rescued from waters off Boothbay Harbor after boat sinks

The Coast Guard rescued three fishermen from a sinking boat off the coast of Boothbay Harbor Wednesday morning.

3 weeks ago

Maine Home Sale Especially Sluggish in February

Sales in February dipped below the same month last year after a slow start in January.

3 weeks ago

Windham Man Faces Domestic Violence Charges After Reportedly Firing Gun

The suspect faces Domestic Violence and Reckless Conduct charges.

3 weeks ago

Five People Arrested in Months-Long Midcoast Drug Trafficking Investigation

The Maine State Police Tactical Team was brought in to help make the arrests.

3 weeks ago

Seach of home in Waterboro linked to investigation by police in California

Detectives from California are involved in an ongoing investigation centered around a home in Waterboro.

3 weeks ago

Maine GOP leaders call out Mills administration for response to MaineCare audit

Maine Republicans are pushing back against the response from the Mills administration to an inquiry by the federal government after a watchdog group uncovered $45 million in improper payments made to autism support services.

3 weeks ago

Connecticut Woman Dead, Maine Man Charged with Murder Following Shooting Near Sugarloaf

The victim died at Maine Medical Center in Portland

3 weeks ago

Deputies Say Alcohol, Speed Involved in Standish Crash

The crash remains under investigation by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.

3 weeks ago

Massachusetts Man Arrested in Cumberland County for Homicide

The suspect is currently in the Cumberland County Jail awaiting his return to Massachusetts.

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3 hours ago in Local

Maine Legislature Passes Bill to Study Costs of Climate Change

The bill passed mostly on party lines this week

4 hours ago in Local

Judge Gives DOJ Access to Maine Sports Rosters, But Not List of Transgender Athletes

The judge questioned the motivation of the federal request for information on transgender athletes.

8 hours ago in Local

Motorcyclist killed in 3-vehicle crash in Raymond

A motorcyclist was killed in a three-vehicle in crash in Raymond on Monday evening.

8 hours ago in Local

New data show most ICE detainees in Maine immigration sweep did not have criminal convictions

New data shows only a fraction of nearly 200 people arrested during January’s immigration enforcement surge in Maine had criminal convictions.

18 hours ago in Local, National

A Build America, Buy America law is causing construction delays

It has a catchy name — Build America, Buy America — and the lauded goal of bringing manufacturing jobs back…