Meanwhile, the U.S. Supreme Court could weigh in by legalizing sports betting nationwide.
2018
Israeli court indicts Palestinian teenager filmed slapping soldiers
Palestinians have since hailed Ahed Tamimi, 16, as an icon in their fight against Israel.
How is the growth of bitcoin affecting the environment?
The popularity of the virtual currency is fueling speculation and debate in an era of climate change.
Tax on medical devices to resume after 2-year suspension
The excise tax was originally imposed in 2013 as part of the Affordable Care Act.
Central U.S. also gripped by bone-chilling cold
Dangerously low temperatures lead to at least two deaths attributed to exposure to the elements.
Boston Mayor Walsh sworn in for 2nd term
Former Vice President Joe Biden praises his efforts to create a thriving middle class.
Woman hit by vehicle recovering from injuries, Portland police say
The driver is not currently facing any charges in the incident Saturday night on Forest Avenue.
California launches legal sales of recreational marijuana
But customers in some of the state’s largest cities find themselves out of luck.
Just after new year arrives in Maine, so does cluster of Jan. 1 babies
Valentino and Jaxon are delivered at Portland hospitals, Trenton and Liam are born at other health centers, and for Lucas, it’s a Bangor parking lot.
Three-vehicle crash in Madison injures 3, one seriously
One of the victims is moved to a Boston hospital with possible spinal injuries.