Lawmakers Discuss Bill to Create Substance Abuse Cabinet

Maine lawmakers are discussing a bill that aims to help the state communicate better on fighting the ongoing opioid epidemic.

Committee Approves Higher Minimum Teacher Pay in Maine

A Maine legislative committee has approved a proposal to provide a minimum salary to the state’s teachers with a party-line vote.

Case Resolved for Brothers Who Caused Border Disruption

The Canadian government has resolved a case against two brothers who caused a border disruption while attempting to cross into the U.S. with 21 jugs of gasoline.

Governor Signs $7.5 Million Spending Plan

Maine Gov. Janet Mills has signed her $7.5 million spending package to pay the state’s bills and repeal limits for Medicaid-funded addiction treatment.

Senator Renews Push to Get Word “Milk” off Plant Milk Labels

Maine’s independent U.S. senator is co-sponsoring a bill to require non-dairy products to stop using terms like “milk,” “yogurt” and “cheese” on their labels.

Firm Settles Lawsuit With Employee Claiming She Was Drugged

A Maine marketing firm has settled a lawsuit with a former employee who claimed she was drugged at a company party and fired after requesting accommodations to recover.

UMaine System Reports $3 Million Budget Shortfall

The University of Maine System says it is facing a $3 million budget shortfall despite a tuition increase and an increase in state funding.

Tucker Carlson Abandons Plan for Studio Near Maine Home

Fox News host Tucker Carlson said he’s scuttling plans for a TV studio near his vacation home in rural Maine because of publicity.

Former Lawmaker Charged Over Hunting Licenses

Police have charged a former Maine lawmaker with fraudulently obtaining hunting licenses.

Lawmakers Consider Reflectors, Lights on Horse-Drawn Buggies

Maine lawmakers are considering a bill that would require horse-drawn buggies to have reflectors or lights at night.