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1 week ago in Sports
Mavericks fire GM Nico Harrison 9 months after widely panned Luka Doncic trade
The Dallas Mavericks fired general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday, an admission nine months later that the widely criticized trade of Luka Doncic backfired on the franchise.
1 week ago in Local
Midcoast Maine Town Allows Transgender Student to Play Girls Basketball.
The 3-2 decision came after a group of parents flocked to a select board meeting last Tuesday to speak out against the child place on the team, which led to town officials calling this meeting.
1 week ago in National, Trending
Arctic air hits much of the US, bringing snow to some areas and very chilly temperatures to Florida
Some of this autumn's coldest weather yet is bearing down on the United States, enveloping the eastern two-thirds of the country in Arctic air on Monday and affecting millions of people.
1 week ago in National
ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows
ByHeart, a manufacturer of organic baby formula, recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday, days after some batches were recalled in an expanding outbreak of infant botulism.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Everything you need to know about the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch
The 2025 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner, which means it is time to get those viewing party plans in action. Allow us to help.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Oprah Winfrey picks Ann Packer’s ‘Some Bright Nowhere’ for book club
Ann Packer's "Some Bright Nowhere," her first novel in a decade, is Oprah Winfrey's latest book club pick.
1 week ago in National
While Trump threatens controllers, US flight cancellations will drag on even after shutdown ends
Air travelers should expect worsening cancellations and delays this week even if the government shutdown ends, as the Federal Aviation Administration rolls out deeper cuts to flights at 40 major U.S. airports, officials said Monday.
1 week ago in Sports, Trending
MLB, sportsbooks cap bets on individual pitches in response to pitch-rigging scandal
Major League Baseball said its authorized gaming operators will cap bets on individual pitches at $200 and exclude them from parlays, a day after two Cleveland Guardians players were indicted and accused of rigging pitches at the behest of gamblers.
1 week ago in Local
Bangor Swears in New City Councilor Who Went to Prison for Manslaughter
The election of Angela Walker sparked outrage on conservative social media and concern from some Maine Republicans.
1 week ago in Local
Platner Calls for Replacement of Democratic Leader After Senate Shutdown Vote
Schumer and most Democrats voted against the early Republican proposal to move toward ending the shutdown
1 week ago in Local
Jury Deliberating in Knox County Manslaughter Case
Closing arguments took place on Monday, followed by jury deliberation.
1 week ago in Local
Layoffs anticipated as part of partnership between Knox County and Two Bridges Jail
Knox County Jail will lay off some staff and no longer house long-term prisoners as the county deals with financial issues.
1 week ago in Local
Police seek 2 men wanted in ATM jackpotting scheme in Maine
Police in Lincoln County are searching for two suspects wanted for taking money from ATMs back in February.
1 week ago in Entertainment
What to Stream: ‘Freakier Friday,’ NF, ‘Landman,’ ‘Palm Royale’ and Black Ops 7
Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan re-teaming as the body-swapping mother and daughter duo in "Freakier Friday" and albums from 5 Seconds of Summer and the rapper NF are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
1 week ago in National
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
A look at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 inductees and how they were honored
The ceremony held Saturday at Los Angeles' Peacock Theater was a mix of tributes, speeches and performances by acts like Soundgarden, Salt-N-Pepa and Big Boi of Outkast, along with numerous A-list musical guests.
1 week ago in World
Former French President Sarkozy released from prison pending appeal in conspiracy case
France's former President Nicolas Sarkozy departed a Paris prison Monday after a Paris appeals court granted him release under judicial supervision, less that three weeks after he began serving a five-year sentence for criminal conspiracy in a scheme to finance his 2007 election campaign with funds from Libya.
1 week ago in Sports
Rodgers’ struggles continue to mount in Steelers’ loss to Chargers
Aaron Rodgers' tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers began on a high note with four wins in five games to start the season. Since then, however, the 41-year-old quarterback's performance has gotten progressively worse and worse as the Steelers have lost three of four.
1 week ago in Sports
MLB pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz charged with taking bribes to rig pitches for bettors
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on charges they took bribes from sports bettors to throw certain types of pitches, including tossing balls in the dirt instead of strikes, to ensure successful bets.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Black hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is going up for auction
Just in time for the theatrical release of "Wicked: For Good," fans will get a chance to own memorabilia from the 1939 original film, "The Wizard of Oz," and one item is especially witchy.