An official says DHHS knows that some providers are breaking the law, so its workers need protection. But there’s an issue with warrantless searches.

In a party-line vote, the Democratic majority opposes a measure that supporters said would reaffirm constitutional protections.

Also: Republicans charge House Speaker with conflict of interest.

Gov. Paul LePage said the proposal was an unfunded mandate on local school districts, while Democrats said the bill would address student hunger.

The lifesaving medicine, called ‘kief,’ shouldn’t be taken away from people who suffer seizures, their relatives say.