But the fate of the measure remains unclear despite bipartisan support for filling the nearly $120 million shortfall in the state's Medicaid program.

Several proposals aim to reverse gender identity protections in the Maine Human Rights Act that have existed for years, but have drawn repeated criticism from Republicans and President Donald Trump.

Even though ticks may be top of mind during warm weather, they're remaining active well into December. Maine still does not have any established populations of the aggressive lone star tick.

Commissioners recommend dozens of policy proposals to prepare Maine for future storms and flooding.

Residents offered diverging - and at times impassioned - views on immigration enforcement.

At 380 feet, the building would be the tallest in Portland, and the tallest in the region outside of Boston.

The two senators spoke during committee hearings where Cabinet secretaries fielded a variety of questions about the president's cost-cutting measures and policy priorities.

Some lawmakers, physicians, and consumer advocates are urging support for a bill, LD 985, that would place a 5-year moratorium on the purchase of hospitals by private equity firms and real estate investment trusts.

Health system officials say the decision is driven by financial challenges, including reduced government and insurance reimbursements.

City councilors have said they need more time to review inclusionary zoning rules approved several years ago. Under those rules, developers must provide one unit of income-restricted rental housing for every 28 hotel rooms that are built in Portland or pay a fee.