Bill that prevents collection agencies from garnishing wages for Mainers with medical debt to become law

Gov. Janet Mills has signed a bill into law that bans liens on homes and wage garnishments for people with medical debt.

New Report Shows Gun Make Up 92% of Suicide Deaths in Maine

The report also finds Maine’s suicide rate is higher than the national average.

Maine House Rejects Merger of Capitol Police with State Police

It is opposed by the union for Capitol Police.

Maine’s highest court says bill to expand ranked choice voting violates Maine Constitution

The Maine Supreme Court ruled unanimously Monday that an expansion of ranked choice voting would violate the state constitution.

Maine lawmakers rebuke Trump’s Easter Sunday social media post threatening Iran

Maine Democratic Congresswoman Chellie Pingree says it’s time to invoke the 25th amendment after a post by President Trump on Easter Sunday.

Tuesday Snow Coming to Maine; Weekend Rain Trend in 2025 Not Likely This Spring

Zehr said any accumulation would likely take place inland from Portland, especially at higher elevations. 

Platner Using Trivia Games and Happy Hours in Maine Senate Campaign

Platner is facing Gov. Janet Mills in the June 9 primary, with the winner taking on five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins,

Three Shooting Suspects From New Hampshire Thought to be in Maine

Officers say several callers reported gunshots around 1:21 a.m. Saturday.

Maine State Police Seek Help With 50-Year-Old Arson Death

Police say they found a burned-out green 1971 Chrysler station wagon with Massachusetts registration.

A House Fire in a South Portland Leaves Occupant Homeless

Fire Crews responded to the house fire on Cole Street, Friday night. The Red Cross is currently helping with providing temporary lodging for the displaced occupant.