The United Auto Workers union said it will broaden its strike at noon Friday, unless there is last-minute progress in contract talks with Detroit’s Big Three automakers.
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Posted inNation & World, New England
Nooses found at Connecticut construction site lead to lawsuit against Amazon, contractors
Electricians who reported the discoveries at an Amazon warehouse construction site said they were labeled as potential culprits.
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Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Hardliners plot to replace House Speaker Kevin McCarthy with one of his deputies
Far-right House Republicans are attempting to replace Kevin McCarthy as speaker as early as next week, with some pushing for Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Thursday’s high school roundup: Gorham ends Biddeford’s 25-match winning streak
Volleyball: The Rams upset the top-ranked Tigers in three sets, handing them their first loss since the 2021 Class A final.
Posted inForecaster Sports
Freeport frustrated by York in midseason showdown
Falcons’ three-game win streak versus Wildcats snapped, 2-1.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Field hockey: York shows its progress with 2-1 win over Freeport
The Wildcats avenge an earlier loss to the Falcons while earning their fourth consecutive victory.
Posted inNew England
Fatal jet crash caused by parking brake left on during takeoff, investigators conclude
Four people died in the accident at a Connecticut airport in 2021.
Posted inBoston Bruins, Sports
Bruins notebook: Defenseman Ian Mitchell making a play for a roster spot
Acquired in the Taylor Hall trade with Chicago, Mitchell has familiarity with Coach Jim Montgomery but faces a tough battle against a strong group of defensemen.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
U.S. government tells federal employees a shutdown appears imminent
The message will serve to acknowledge the growing risk that millions of employees may stop receiving pay, unless lawmakers can avert a government shutdown.
Posted inNation & World, News
Man arrested in killing of Baltimore tech entrepreneur was released from prison in 2022
Jason Billingsley, who is charged with first-degree murder in the death of 26-year-old Pava LaPere, was released from prison last October after serving a shortened sentence for a 2013 rape.