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Maine among 15 states to sue the Trump administration over changes to childhood vaccine recommendations

by Sophie Austin Associated Press February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

The lawsuit argues that the CDC’s move to stop recommending all children get immunized has put their lives at risk.

A new bill would require hospitals to formally prepare for the increasing number of cyberattacks, which can delay care and put patient data at risk.

Advocates say the measure would improve health care affordability. Hospital executives say it could lead to closures and service losses.

It will likely result in a showdown this spring over a proposed buffer that could make or break the controversial Live Nation venue downtown.

Some say the use of artificial intelligence can be harmful in therapeutic settings, while others say it’s a useful tool.

Nearly 500 Press Herald readers voted from a gallery of 20 images to select the 2025 Readers’ Choice Photo of the Year.

Plus, the Maine Tattoo Arts Festival comes to Thompson’s Point this weekend.

Jim Sharkey was inspired to write ‘Muamba Chicken Stew’ to honor efforts by Mainers to help the immigrant community amid a surge in ICE activity.

The Montreal-based skating troupe will perform at the outdoor rink twice on Friday.

Six photos capture the sport in the 1950s and ’70s.