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Former Portland developer Michael Liberty is indicted in federal fraud case

Liberty and other defendants have denied allegations that they tricked investors into putting money into a tech company.

Travis Card pleaded guilty to the series of holdups last spring in southern Maine, crimes that the judge says ‘involved a lot of fear.’

by TAMMY WELLS Journal Tribune February 26, 2019February 27, 2019

Maurice Diggins and Dusty Leo are accused of beating an African-American man outside a convenience store last April.

Gregory Owens was found guilty in 2016 of interstate domestic violence and using a firearm during a violent crime.

Eric Malmstrom already has filed a notice that he will appeal the 27-month sentence.

Steven H. Downs was arrested in Auburn this month in connection with the rape and killing of a 20-year-old student in Fairbanks.

by Kathleen Parker The Washington Post February 26, 2019February 25, 2019

‘Make America Great Again’ started as a rally chant but is now perceived as a threat.

by STEPHEN BETTS The Courier-Gazette February 25, 2019February 26, 2019

Zachary Titus is charged with murder in the death of Dana Bartlett at the Bolduc Correctional Facility last June.

James Whittemore apologizes in court, while his former clients describe how he betrayed their trust.

by Chicago Tribune February 23, 2019February 22, 2019

A fake hate crime that he allegedly staged diverted scarce resources.