Federal funding

Maine Public operates nearly 30 radio and television transmitters that broadcast emergency alerts from the National Weather Service and other agencies. President and CEO Rick Schneider says Maine Public will continue to maintain that infrastructure.

Maine Public CEO Rick Schneider says it's too early to say what the precise impact will be.

Maine domestic violence services freeze hiring as federal funding faces deep cuts, forcing programs to brace for layoffs and reduced support despite rising demand.

The suit focuses on the administration's efforts to terminate grants for programs that were already in progress.

Engineers, scientists, and technicians are among those who will be laid off effective June 6.

A coalition of states is suing the Transportation and Homeland Security Departments.