Effort Underway to Get Red Flag Law on Maine Ballot

The effort comes after a bill in the State Legislature this spring to establish a red flag law never gained traction.

Majority of Mainers support limits on PAC donations, according to polling

A new survey shows strong support in Maine for limiting contributions to political action committees.

Lewiston man sentenced for sending racist death threats

A Maine man who admitted to sending racist death threats to a Black family living in his Lewiston apartment complex, will spend two-and-a-half years in prison.

Poll Shows Support for Limiting Donations to PACs

The latest poll shows nearly 70 percent support for setting a $5,000 limit on donations to PACs that spend money to support or defeat candidates.

One person in critical condition after shooting in Bangor; suspect in custody

A Mississippi man is facing charges in connection with a shooting in Bangor Tuesday night.

Court sentences Portland man for drug, weapons charges

A Portland man will serve 15 years in prison after pleading guilty in federal court to drug and weapon charges as well as failing to appear before the court.

Sale Of Central Maine Power To Proceed Without Review

Regulators voted 2-1 Tuesday to waive a review of the deal in which Spanish energy giant Iberdrola.

Postal service abandons plans to consolidate Maine mail facilities

Maine Sen. Susan Collins says a postal service facility in Hampden will remain open.

Maine health officials report presumptive case of West Nile Virus in Cumberland County

A Mainer has tested positive for West Nile virus.

Portland Public Health Director Leaving

The Press Herald reports the city council gave Alfredo Vergara high praise for the work he did with the city over two years.