Washington D.C.
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PublishedMarch 13, 2023
South Paris man gets a week behind bars and probation for role in Jan. 6 riot
Todd Tilley is also required to complete 60 hours of community service and pay $500 in restitution.
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PublishedOctober 23, 2022
U.S. Army reports ‘barricade situation’ at base outside D.C.
'The situation is ongoing, & we cannot comment further at this time,' the base tweeted.
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PublishedOctober 13, 2022
Navajo woman walks from Arizona to D.C. to spotlight her missing aunt, other victims
The missing and murdered Indigenous women movement has gained traction in recent years as Native American activists have criticized tribal and federal law enforcement officials for failing to aggressively investigate cases and the courts for failing to prosecute.
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PublishedOctober 12, 2022
Federal government issuing 65,000 additional H-2B visas for temporary workers
Foreign laborers authorized to work in the U.S. under the H-2B visa program are critical to Maine summer tourism businesses.
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PublishedSeptember 6, 2022
Rep. Chellie Pingree tests positive for COVID-19
The congresswoman representing Maine's 1st District says she is experiencing mild symptoms.
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PublishedJune 24, 2022
In historic ruling, Supreme Court overturns abortion rights, freeing states to enact bans
The decision, unthinkable just a few years ago, was the culmination of decades of efforts by abortion opponents, made possible by an emboldened right side of the court.
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PublishedJune 12, 2022
Collins believes bipartisan gun deal stands good chance of passage in Senate
Maine's senior U.S. senator, who was a member of a bipartisan committee that negotiated the tentative agreement, says, 'I really think we have to succeed this time, and I think we will succeed.'
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PublishedJune 8, 2022
Supreme Court ruling on lawsuits against federal agents could affect Maine, civil rights group says
The American Civil Liberties Union of Maine says the high court ruling siding with the government could have an adverse effect here.
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PublishedJune 2, 2022
Maine’s congressional delegation reacts to Biden’s speech
Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins call for common-sense proposals, and Rep. Chellie Pingree says it is time to push partisanship aside to stem gun violence.
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PublishedMay 25, 2022
Sen. Susan Collins joins push for gun safety legislation
She is suggesting Congress enact legislation similar to Maine's yellow flag gun law, which allows police, with the approval of a medical professional, to temporarily take guns from people who are in danger of hurting themselves or others.