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Madi Smith/Maine PublicNirav Shah, who lives in Brunswick, was the public face of Maine's response to the COVID pandemic and also held the second-highest position at the U.S. CDC for two years until President Donald Trump regained office. -
Maine PublicAnalysis of the candidates and campaigns for Maine governor and U.S. House & Senate, and top issues leading into the 2026 election
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The Maine energy department argues the utility has to finish a long-term grid improvement plan before proposing a multi-year investment plan. -
Proponents of Question 2 argue that the existing law — often referred to as Maine’s yellow flag law — is a failed experiment that was not used to stop a gunman in Lewiston from killing 18 people and injuring and traumatizing countless others in 2023 despite warnings about his deteriorating mental health. -
Gov. Janet Mills ended months of speculation this week by officially entering the Democratic primary to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins next fall. -
While the two Democrats with the most robust campaigns said they planned to stay in the race, at least one candidate has already dropped out. Meanwhile, the reaction from the political parties in DC highlights the national spotlight on the race for Maine Sen. Susan Collins' seat. -
What to known about Question 2 about "Extreme Risk Protection Orders to Restrict Firearms and Weapons Access" -
The Maine Center for Economic Policy says full Wabanaki sovereignty would be an economic boon to tribes and the state, while addressing centuries of exploitation. -
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Mills was reportedly recruited by Democratic Senate leaders after her high-profile confrontation with President Donald Trump in February, in which she told the president she'd "see you in court." -
If electronic payments aren't workable, beneficiaries can request a waiver with the Social Security Administration to continue receiving a paper check. -
The Trump administration has taken aim at diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, and the effects are being felt by tribal communities that are grappling with issues such as violence against indigenous women. Now some Wabanaki women are turning to each other to learn to protect themselves.
