The Commerce Department cites security and human rights concerns.
March 2023
Arizona governor won’t proceed with execution set by court
The state’s procurement of lethal injection drugs and other death penalty protocols are under review.
U.S. sending bridge-launchers to Ukraine for spring fight
The war has slowed to a grinding stalemate during the winter, with both sides firing at each other from across the Dnieper River.
Black Vietnam vet finally awarded Medal of Honor for bravery
The belated recognition for retired Col. Paris Davis, 83, comes after the recommendation for his medal was lost, resubmitted – and then lost again.
Tom Sizemore, ‘Saving Private Ryan’ actor, dies at 61
The actor died in his sleep Friday after suffering a brain aneurysm on Feb. 18, his manager said.
Brunswick girls lose to Lawrence in state final
Dragons can’t dig out of early hole and fall, 58-43.
EPA mandates states report on cyber threats to water systems
The Environmental Protection Agency said public water systems are increasingly at risk from cyberattacks that amount to a threat to public health.
Friday’s Maine college roundup: Scranton storms by St. Joe’s in NCAA tourney
Women’s basketball: Unbeaten Scranton steadily pulls away from the Monks for a 64-45 win in the first round of the NCAA Division III tournament.
Boys’ basketball: Brewer edges Falmouth in final seconds for first state title
After letting an early 10-point lead slip away, the Witches rally in the final minute to win the Class A championship game, 42-41.
In photos: See the action from Friday’s high school postseason games
Check out some of our favorite images from Friday’s high school basketball tournaments.