The report is based on monitoring in 10 states, but is seen as an indicator of national trends.
2019
Posted inNation & World, News
FBI, IRS agents raid Baltimore mayor’s homes, City Hall
Baltimore’s mayor has been under investigation to determine whether she used bulk sales of her obscure self-published children’s books to disguise kickbacks.
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Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine could tweak laws describing governor, justices as ‘he’
Maine’s first female governor is backing an effort to revise state laws that refer to the governor and state justices as “he,” “him,” or “his.”
Posted inMaine, Politics
Mills plans to restore ‘neglected’ tribal-state commission
Maine’s governor plans to nominate new members to a commission that saw seats go unfilled during the LePage administration.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Waterville bank robber who dropped cash, gun in front of officer gets 5 years
Jason M. Mackenrodt pleaded guilty to robbery and theft charges on Thursday.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Rep. Pingree among those pushing back against USDA shuffle
The Trump administration says the moves will save money, and employees of the scientific agencies have already begun quitting their jobs.
Posted inFood, Health, Nation & World
Food poisoning, particularly from 2 bacteria, persists, report finds
The two most common sources of infection have been longtime problems.
Posted inMaine
Moment of silence, food drive mark 1 year after shooting of Cpl. Eugene Cole
“Cpl. Cole was an inspiration to many and will never be forgotten,” a dispatcher said over the radio Thursday afternoon.
Posted inNation & World, News
NRA sues Los Angeles over city law requiring contractors disclose ties to gun group
Under the law, prospective contractors must disclose under affidavit any contracts, sponsorships or other ties they or their affiliates have with the NRA.
Posted inNation & World, News
Bloodsucking ‘kissing bugs’ are on the march
Triatomine bugs head for the eyes and lips and leave behind parasite-infested poop. They’re usually found farther south.