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January 11

Somali Maine city councilor resigns days after taking office after felony charge, residency questions

Lewiston councilor Iman Osman steps down citing racist opposition and personal attacks after being accused of firearm theft and residency violations.

January 7

Dem Senate candidate mocked after claim about dismantling ICE goes viral: 'Unmask these thugs'

Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner, a Democrat, said "dismantling ICE" was a "moderate" position after an ICE agent shot and killed a Minneapolis woman.

January 1

Maine mom asks Supreme Court to step in after school allegedly hid child’s gender transition

Maine mother petitions Supreme Court over alleged school gender transition of daughter without parental consent. Case challenges parental rights.

December 30

Maine nonprofit with Somali ties reportedly sees state funding shut off after fraud claims

Maine suspends funding to Gateway Community Services after fraud allegations surface, with state seeking over $1 million in improper Medicaid payments.

December 27

Massive blaze engulfs historic New England wharf; firefighters race to contain flames

Fire crews in Portland, Maine, battled a major blaze at Custom House Wharf, containing flames by 7:22 p.m. One building was destroyed, and boats were damaged in the area.

December 17

Maine 'mama bear' facing threats as parents battle to keep 8-year-old boy off girls' basketball team

Maine parents protest 8-year-old transgender child joining girls basketball team, citing safety concerns and creating private league after board votes 3-2.

December 9

Maine whistleblower alleges potential Medicaid fraud

Maine whistleblower Christopher Bernardini alleges Minnesota-like fraud within the state's Medicaid program and explains its extent on ‘The Will Cain Show.’

December 5

Opponents of Maine campus pro-life group invoke Charlie Kirk in social media threat : 'gotta be careful'

Pro-life students at University of Southern Maine face threatening social media posts after founding campus chapter, sparking free speech concerns

November 28

Rare great white shark encounter off Maine coast captured in heart-stopping National Geographic photo

National Geographic has unveiled its Pictures of the Year, showcasing 25 stunning photos taken in 2025, including this shark image and more shots captured in the United States.

November 18

Take a hike: Maine school trades detention for fresh air and exercise

A Maine high school replaces traditional detention with a hiking program, offering students outdoor walks instead of classroom punishment with surprising results.