In the last week, supporters of Question 2 released their first television ad, while opponents launched a new campaign against the referendum. The two sides also met for a debate.
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Man on trial for 2024 St. John Street shooting claims self-defense
The jury trial for Abdirahman Mahmoud, who is charged in the shooting of Raoul Tshiyuka in Portland, started Tuesday.
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Feds cut funding for Maine high school program, citing diversity concerns
The program, which helps low-income students in central and western Maine get into college, ‘conflicts’ with the federal government’s goals, the Trump administration said.
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Maine man convicted of sexual assault dies in prison
Richard Sweet, 73, formerly of Waterville, died Monday morning while serving a 35-year sentence at Mountain View Correctional Facility in Charleston, officials said.
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Maine anti-trafficking program may cut services over funding uncertainty
Portland-based Preble Street has relied on federal dollars to run its anti-trafficking program since 2013, but said it still hasn’t gotten word on new funding expected to be available starting next week.
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Federal judge in Maine orders release of 3 Ecuadorian men before bond hearings
The order comes as several civil rights groups, including the American Civil Liberties Union of Maine, announced a class action lawsuit against the federal government over ICE actions.
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Delta Ambulance won’t require paramedics on some emergency calls in central Maine
The regional transport service plans to use EMTs for some calls, but town leaders fear worst case scenarios.
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Portland to weigh putting winter warming center in shelter housing asylum seekers
The city received $400,000 to operate an overnight warming shelter this winter as part of a $2.3 million state grant package to fund a dozen such facilities across 7 Maine counties.
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Limerick man who was punched by trooper while handcuffed sues Maine State Police
Justin Savage alleges that police violently assaulted him and violated his civil rights during his 2024 arrest. He and his girlfriend are seeking more than $100 million in damages, their lawyer says.
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Authorities identify victims in fatal Portland apartment fire
The fire may have started on the second-floor porch, the Office of the State Fire Marshal said.