Anxiety and resolve in Maine’s Somali communities as the state braces for possible ICE raids

President Trump’s escalating attacks on immigrants are taking a toll in Portland and Lewiston, which both have substantial ...

Maine’s red flag law goes live in February. What will that look like?

Two years after the Lewiston mass shootings, Maine voters approved a red flag law. Supporters say it’s a critical tool for ...

Gov. Mills orders flags to fly at half-staff to honor late Rep. Kathy Javner

Gov. Janet Mills has directed the U.S. and State flags be flown at half-staff in Penobscot County Saturday, Jan. 24 in honor ...

Flags to be lowered to honor a Maine state representative who died in office

Gov. Mills directed flags to be lowered to half mast on January 24 in Penobscot County and at the State House.

Lewiston students speak out in favor of ‘diverse’ flags allowed in schools

More than a dozen students said the flags, some representing different countries, make others feel safe and welcome.

Petition to put a referendum about trans athletes on the Maine ballot has enough signatures, supporters say

Supporters of a citizens initiative that would prohibit transgender athletes in Maine from playing on teams that align with ...
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Maine’s Moose Isn’t Just a Symbol—It’s a Warning and a Success Story

Why did Maine choose the moose as its state animal? This article explores the history, ecology, and cultural meaning behind ...
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Governor Mills to Deliver State of the State Address on Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will deliver her State of the State Address to a Joint Convention of the Legislature in the House Chamber on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. The ...
Lansing State Journal

Why are flags at half-staff in Michigan? West Michigan fire chief honored

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Monday, Jan. 5, ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff ...
AOL

Gold domes, historic statues, and nods to state flags: Photos show what the capitol looks like in every state

Every US state has a capitol that houses its state legislature. Many state capitols are domed buildings similar to the US Capitol, but others are more unique. Maryland's State House is the oldest ...
MLive

Michigan State adds veteran safety transfer from Maine

Michigan State needs to rebuild its secondary and new coach Pat Fitzgerald is tapping players from the FCS level to do so. Devin Vaught, a redshirt sophomore safety from Maine, committed to the ...