Maine - Portland Press Herald

A closer look at the Maine names on Homeland Security’s ‘worst of the worst’ list

by Rachel Estabrook and Dylan Tusinski January 31, 2026January 31, 2026

Federal officials have publicized a database of arrests as part of the justification for recent enhanced enforcement efforts, but the list cites decades-old charges and arrests made by local police months earlier.

Maine, News

More than 1,000 rally in Portland against Trump, ICE

by Drew Johnson January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

The protest in Monument Square was just one of many demonstrations across the U.S. on Friday.

Life & Culture, Maine, News

In photos: Thousands gather to protest ICE activity in Maine

January 30, 2026January 31, 2026

Thousands of protesters gather for an anti-ICE rally in Monument Square in Portland on Friday.

Maine, News

Maine’s top federal judge orders ICE to release woman arrested without warrant

by Emily Allen January 30, 2026February 11, 2026

Francoise Makuiza was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Jan. 23 while leaving her neighborhood for work.

Maine, News

Asylum seekers swept up during immigration enforcement surge in Maine

by Emily Allen January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

Several asylum seekers arrested in Maine during U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s recent operation had long waits for hearings in immigration court.

Business, Food, Maine, News

Judge dismisses animal cruelty lawsuit against Maine Lobster Festival

by Penelope Overton January 30, 2026January 31, 2026

In a suit filed by PETA, the court determined individuals do not have a legal right to be free from conduct they find personally offensive.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

7th school district added to Maine lawsuit challenging transgender policies

by Riley Board January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

The Maine Human Rights Commission is suing districts over policies about transgender athlete participation in sports, which it say conflicts with state law.

Maine, News

South Portland man notifies ICE he plans to sue for $7.5M

by Dana Richie Staff Writer January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

Robert Peck says federal agents violated his First Amendment rights when they threatened to arrest and harm him when he tried to follow them on Jan. 22.