Police: Man showing off gun accidentally shoots himself

A Maine man visiting his sister in Connecticut is facing numerous charges after police say he accidentally shot himself in the thigh while showing off his gun.

Proposal would allow Maine parents to select non-binary marker on children’s birth certificates

The state of Maine could allow parents to select non-binary as a gender option on their children’s birth certificates.

Police make arrest in Old Orchard Beach stabbing investigation

Police have arrested a man in connection with that double stabbing at an Old Orchard Beach party over the weekend.

DOJ: Maine violated law for limiting disability services

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) The U.S. Justice Department has determined Maine has been in violation of federal law for limiting services to a man with several disabilities and medical conditions.

Plan for new Bangor jail stalls amid criticism

BANGOR, Maine (AP) Plans for a new jail in Maine are on hold in the wake of criticism from the public about a plan for an eight-story, 250-bed facility that some feared would have altered the Bangor skyline.

Former CEO of Central Maine Power returns to company

Central Maine’s Power old CEO is back, in a move that comes as the company works to regain the public’s trust.

Maine CDC records first child flu death of season

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention says the first influenza-related death of a child in the state this season has been recorded.

Kenduskeag man accused of pushing sheriff’s deputy off stairs

Police say a Maine man is charged with assault after allegedly pushing a sheriff’s deputy off a set of stairs.

Maine facing lawsuit over privacy protection law

Maine officials are facing a lawsuit filed by internet service providers over a law that requires companies to get opt-in consent from customers before sharing or using their personal data.

Police identify elderly woman found dead in Hampden home

Police continue to investigate the death of an elderly woman in Hampden.