19-year-old injured in shooting in Portland

Police in Portland are investigating a shooting in the city’s Riverton neighborhood.

MaineHealth to shift focus to vaccinating adolescents; Scarborough Downs clinic to close

On the same day Maine reached a milestone with half of residents 16 and older now fully vaccinated, MaineHealth said it’s shifting it’s focus to getting shots to younger people.

Androscoggin County remains yellow under COVID-19 school health advisory system

Androscoggin County continues to be rated as “yellow” under the state’s updated color-coded health advisory.

Health officials report increase in ICU patients as state races to vaccinate Mainers

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The number of COVID-19 patients in hospital intensive care units reached alarming levels as Maine raced to vaccinate residents. More contagious COVID-19 variants are likely playing a role, officials said.

Principals, health organizations oppose bills banning transgender females from school sports

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Health and education associations in Maine have testified against a proposal that would stop transgender students from participating in girls’ sports.

Small fire doused at University of Maine library

Officials say a small fire in the University of Maine’s library was intentionally set, and some parts of the building were closed for cleaning.

Portland police ask for assistance finding suspect accused of attacking a woman

Police in Portland are urging residents to be vigilant as they try to track down a suspect involved in an attack.

Maine restores pre-pandemic requirements for unemployment

Maine is restoring pre-pandemic requirements that people show they’re looking for a job to receive unemployment benefits, the state’s Department of Labor announced Thursday.

Maine lawmakers to consider changes to state’s income tax structure

Some Maine lawmakers are proposing plans that could change your income tax rate.

Portland Pride Parade cancelled again due to coronavirus

Portland’s pride parade and festival has been cancelled for the second year in a row because of the pandemic.