Maine judges, advocates say civil legal aid is at a 'breaking point'

Judges, attorneys and advocates for low income Mainers are warning that the state's civil legal aid system is at a "breaking point." They say only about a third of the people who need it are getting help. And they're asking Maine …

ACLU says immigration enforcement is up in Maine, but details are murky

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Maine says more immigrants are being detained in Maine. But the group is seeking more information on who is being held, where they're being held, and for how long. As of this week, the group said Cumberland …

Bill Belichick's 24-year-old GF set to make history as she will compete against a trans woman for Miss Maine title

Bill Belichick’s girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, will compete in the Miss Maine USA beauty pageant in May. However, this year’s event is a special one because she’ll be going up against Isabelle St. Cyr, who will be the first transgender woman to compete for …

Maine basketball legend I.J. Pinkham passes away at 77, leaving a legacy of mentorship

Maine basketball coaching legend I.J. Pinkham has passed away at 77. I.J. was a beloved fixture on the hardwood, totaling 659 wins over an amazing 49 year career! 43 of those wins were at Boothbay, where he lead the Seahawks to the Boys 2001 Class C State …

Maine highway safety officials promote National Work Zone Awareness Week

PORTLAND (WGME) -- In honor of National Work Zone Awareness Week, AAA collaborated with highway safety partners to help educate and raise awareness for highway workers. The event is a part of a nationwide campaign aimed at promoting safe driving through …

Maine civil legal aid system faces funding crisis, advocates urge legislative action

PORTLAND (WGME) -- Advocates for Maine's civil legal aid system gathered at the State House Thursday to support a bill aimed at increasing funding for civil legal services. They say the system is facing a funding crisis that could leave many low-income …

Maine police receive reimbursements for Lewiston shooting response costs

LEWISTON, Maine (WGME) -- Some police departments in Maine are starting to get reimbursed for the massive response to the Lewiston mass shooting. In all, 25 cities and towns have submitted a total of more than $281,000 to the Department of Public Safety …

Maine legal aid faces funding loss, but lawmakers propose $3.3M bill for support

LD 1022 would secure $3.3 million in continued yearly funding for civil justice providers. AUGUSTA, Maine — Attorneys from organizations that offer free civil legal services for those who can't afford them are at risk of losing $2 million in annual …

Gov. Mills highlights importance of Canadian tourists in Maine

The number of travelers crossing the Canadian border into Maine declined in March by 26% compared to the same month last year, furthering a dip that began with President Donald Trump's tariffs and threats of annexation. The data on border crossings …

Maine transportation officials stress importance of safety around highway work zones