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2 weeks ago in Local
Text Messages Show Maine Border Patrol Agent Bragged About Chicago Shooting
The text messages came to light in federal court this week.
2 weeks ago in Local
Portland Jetport Bracing for Cancellations with Air Traffic Reduction Order
The Jetport is encouraging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
2 weeks ago in Local
Police Looking for 17-Year-Old Missing Since Sunday
Officers say Mary Hembree was supposed to be spending the night with friends in Brewer.
2 weeks ago in Local
2nd graders reported missing in Topsham found safe
The Sagadahoc County Emergency Management Agency has confirmed that both girls have been found safe.
2 weeks ago in Local
Police say repo agent shot at while trying to retrieve vehicle of Cape Elizabeth man
A Cape Elizabeth man is accused of shooting at a repossession agent who came to collect his car on Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Local
Missing Mildbridge woman being sought by police
Police in Washington County are asking for help locating a woman who was last heard from on Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Peloton recalls nearly 878,000 exercise bikes after several seat posts break
Peloton is recalling nearly 878,000 of its exercise bikes across the U.S. and Canada because the products' seat posts can break during use, posing fall hazards.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
On the set of the first Agatha Christie show where mysteries are solved with the internet
In a departure from what could be the logline for many a cozy English mystery before it, "Agatha Christie's Tommy & Tuppence" marks the first time Agatha Christie's work has been modernized for an English-speaking TV audience.
2 weeks ago in Features, Trending
Rockefeller Christmas tree is harvested from upstate New York and begins trek to Manhattan
The towering Christmas tree that will light up Rockefeller Center this holiday season is on its way to New York City.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Rockies hiring Paul DePodesta from NFL’s Browns to run baseball operations, AP source says
The Colorado Rockies are hiring Paul DePodesta of "Moneyball" fame from the NFL's Cleveland Browns to run baseball operations, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press.
2 weeks ago in National
Federal judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits in November
The ruling by U.S. District Judge John J. McConnell Jr. gave President Donald Trump's administration until Friday to make the payments through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, though it's unlikely the 42 million Americans — about 1 in 8 — will see the money on the debit cards they use for groceries that quickly.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Thanksgrilling recipes and how to do it right
Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on Thanksgrilling, blending Thanksgiving and grilling. It offers menu ideas, cooking tips, and recipes for a flavorful celebration.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Slime, Battleship and Trivial Pursuit join the Toy Hall of Fame
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Bizarrap, Daddy Yankee to headline halftime show at NFL’s first-ever game in Spain
The NFL's first-ever game in Spain will feature a Latin music showcase with Argentine producer Bizarrap and Puerto Rican superstar Daddy Yankee set to perform during the halftime show.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Alex Ovechkin scores his 900th NHL goal with the Washington Capitals
The NHL now has a 900-goal club. Charter member: Alex Ovechkin, of course. The Washington star pushed his record total to a new level Wednesday night, scoring against Jordan Binnington of the St. Louis Blues to reach 900. The milestone came 2:39 into the second period of a 6-1 win.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
High-kicking Radio City Rockettes mark 100 years with Christmas Spectacular
A staple of the New York City holiday season is marking a century of wowing crowds: The high-kicking Radio City Rockettes are turning 100.
2 weeks ago in National
Nancy Pelosi won’t seek reelection, ending her storied career in the US House
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi will not seek reelection to the U.S. House, bringing to a close her storied career as not only the first woman in the speaker's office but arguably the most powerful in American politics.
2 weeks ago in Local
74-Year-Old Kennebec County Woman Missing Since Halloween
Deputies have released a missing person alert for Bonnie Frappie.
2 weeks ago in Local
New York City Murder Suspect Arrested on E-Scooter in Maine
The U.S. Marshals Service says its investigation indicated the suspect was living in Maine.
2 weeks ago in National
Musk the trillionaire? Debate over his Tesla pay package rages
Elon Musk turned off many potential buyers of his Tesla cars and sent sales plunging with his foray into politics. But the stock has soared anyway and now he wants the company to pay him more — a lot more.