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Maine (ME; 23rd - March 15, 1820; population - 1,362,359 2020) state capital - Augusta, largest city - Portland.



24.04.2024 16:54
Tennessee lawmakers approve bill allowing teachers to carry concealed guns in schools
In a controversial move, the Republican-led Legislature in Tennessee has approved a bill that would allow some public school teachers to carry concealed guns into the classroom. This decision comes just over a year after a tragic shooting at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville, where...



09.03.2024 20:23
Boeing under fire for Alaska Airlines blowout: Criminal investigation launched
The Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into the Boeing jetliner blowout that left a gaping hole on an Alaska Airlines plane this January. The Wall Street Journal reported that investigators have contacted passengers and crew, including pilots and flight attendants, who were...



25.02.2024 05:33
Oregon teen Sandra Young identified after over 50 years missing
The Oregon State Police have made a breakthrough in a cold case dating back to the late 1960s, identifying the remains of a Portland teenager who went missing over 50 years ago. Sandra Young, a student at Grant High School in Portland, vanished in 1968 or 1969 and her remains were discovered by a B...



13.02.2024 08:09
Former pro wrestler Billy Jack Haynes accused of shooting and killing wife in Portland
Former professional wrestler William Albert "Billy Jack" Haynes Jr. has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of his wife, Janette Becraft, in their home in Portland, Oregon. The incident occurred on February 8, when police responded to reports of gunfire in the Lents neighborhood. Ha...



06.02.2024 15:33
FAA Chief Vows to Monitor Boeing with "More Boots on the Ground"
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that it will increase its inspections and monitoring of aircraft manufacturer Boeing following a recent incident involving a door panel blowing out of a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet while in flight. The announcement was made by FAA chief Mike Whitaker...



05.02.2024 09:01
Boeing discovers additional problems on undelivered 737 MAX planes
Boeing, the embattled aircraft manufacturer, faces another setback as a worker at a supplier discovered a production issue with some of its 737 jets. The worker found misdrilled holes in the fuselages, potentially causing a delay in deliveries of approximately 50 aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems, based...



28.01.2024 09:01
Maine Town Manager Sacrifices Life to Save 4-Year-Old Son in Icy Tragedy
Tragedy struck in Carmel, Maine, as the town manager, Kevin Howell, lost his life after falling through the ice of Etna Pond while out on a morning walk with his four-year-old son. The incident occurred early on Friday morning, less than half a mile from their home. Howell managed to save his son,...



25.01.2024 04:49
Maine's Supreme Court Dismisses Trump Ballot Eligibility Case
In a recent development, Maine's top court has decided not to intervene in the case regarding former President Donald Trump's eligibility to appear on the state's primary ballot. This decision upholds a previous ruling by a judge, stating that the US Supreme Court must first address a similar case...



24.01.2024 23:02
FAA clears Boeing 737 Max 9 planes for takeoff after inspection
Federal regulators have given approval for airlines to resume flying their Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners, which have been grounded since a side panel blew out of a plane in midflight earlier this month. The decision comes after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reviewed the incident on an Alas...



20.01.2024 11:24
Tragic Storm Accident Claims 3 Lives, Injures Baby in Portland, Oregon
In a chilling turn of events following a dangerous storm that had enveloped Portland, Oregon in ice, a horrifying incident unfolded that left three people dead. Majiah Washington, a resident of the city, became a witness to the tragedy that unfolded right outside her home. It was after the storm ha...



17.01.2024 18:05
Maine Court Temporarily Allows Trump on Primary Ballot, Awaits Supreme Court Decision
In a significant development, a Maine judge has temporarily halted the decision made by Secretary of State Shenna Bellows to remove former President Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot. The judge's decision allows time for the U.S. Supreme Court to rule on a similar case in Colorado,...



16.01.2024 05:58
Boeing strengthens quality control measures following Alaska Airlines accident
Boeing, the renowned American aircraft manufacturer, has announced its plans to intensify quality inspections of its 737 Max 9 aircraft following a recent incident involving an emergency exit door panel on an Alaska Airlines flight. This development comes as Boeing's reputation has suffered a blow...



12.01.2024 10:26
FAA Boosts Oversight of Boeing After Plane Panel Incident
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced on Friday that it will be increasing its oversight of Boeing's manufacturing and production processes. This decision comes in response to an incident that occurred last week, where a door panel blew off mid-air on an Alaska Airlines flight. FAA Ad...



11.01.2024 23:24
Jihadist faces up to 120 years for machete attack on NYPD officers in Times Square on NYE 2022
In a shocking turn of events, a 20-year-old man from Wells, Maine, has pleaded guilty to federal terrorism charges for a machete attack on three NYPD officers near Times Square on New Year's Eve in 2022. Trevor Bickford admitted to three counts each of attempted murder of officers and employees of...



11.01.2024 05:46
In his 1st interview, friend who warned officials of Maine shooter says 'I literally spelled it out'
In a tragic turn of events, a mass shooting took place in Lewiston, Maine, resulting in the loss of 18 lives. The shooter, Robert Card, had been exhibiting concerning behavior for months, with multiple warning signs being overlooked by authorities. Sean Hodgson, Card's best friend and former roomma...



10.01.2024 15:36
Boeing CEO says company is "acknowledging our mistake" after Alaska Airlines door blowout
In a recent interview, Boeing's Chief Executive, Dave Calhoun, acknowledged a "quality escape" that led to a mid-flight blowout on an Alaska Airlines aircraft. The incident occurred on January 5th, shortly after the plane took off from an airport in Portland, Oregon, bound for California. The blowo...



08.01.2024 03:58
Teacher discovers missing door plug from Alaska Airlines flight in his garden
In a surprising turn of events, a door plug that was ripped off an Alaska Airlines plane mid-flight has been found in the backyard of a Portland school teacher. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced the crucial discovery two days after the Boeing 737 MAX 9 was forced to make an...



06.01.2024 00:42
Alaska Airlines flight makes emergency landing due to plane malfunction
An Alaska Airlines flight traveling from Portland, Oregon, to Ontario, California, was forced to make an emergency landing on Friday night after a section of the aircraft blew out mid-air. The incident occurred shortly after Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 departed from Portland International Airport a...



05.01.2024 19:44
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05.01.2024 17:35
Northeast U.S. braces for weekend storm bringing snow, rain, and ice
Millions of people in the eastern U.S. are bracing themselves for a powerful storm system that is expected to bring a wintry mix of precipitation to the region. The storm is predicted to reach North Carolina by Saturday morning and then move along the northeastern coastline throughout the weekend....



05.01.2024 05:11
Pilot accused of threatening to shoot airline captain mid-flight to make first court appearance
In a Utah courtroom, attorneys clashed over differing characterizations of a fight between two commercial airline pilots. Former Delta Air Lines pilot Jonathan J. Dunn, 42, made his first federal court appearance in Salt Lake City after being indicted by a grand jury on October 18, 2023. He was cha...



04.01.2024 16:17
NBA DFS picks: PrizePicks players to target in Nets-Rockets, Timberwolves-Pelicans
In Thursday night's NBA action, there are only two games scheduled, but they promise to be exciting matchups with superstar players on display. The first game features the San Antonio Spurs taking on the Milwaukee Bucks, and one player to watch in this game is Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama. Despit...



04.01.2024 07:36
5 things to know for Jan. 3: Tokyo plane crash, Presidential race, Israel, Harvard, Border crisis
In a year filled with ambitious plans, NASA is setting its sights on a mission that will take astronauts deeper into the solar system than anyone has ventured in over half a century. The space agency's grand visions for the year ahead were unveiled, highlighting their determination to push the boun...



04.01.2024 02:32
State Capitols Evacuated Amidst Bomb Threats, FBI Deems Them Hoaxes
Rick Scott (R-FL), Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost were among the public officials targeted in recent days by "swatting" attempts, which involve prank calls made to emergency services in order to prompt a police response. In response to the bomb threats, Connecticut, G...



03.01.2024 18:01
Trump fights to secure spot on 2024 primary ballots amid legal battles
In a dramatic turn of events, former President Donald Trump has launched appeals to both the Colorado Supreme Court and the US Supreme Court after being removed from the ballot in two separate states. The Colorado Supreme Court issued a ruling on Tuesday that led to Trump's removal from the ballot...



03.01.2024 10:33
Minnesota joins states in redesigning flags with new, non-racist state flag
Minnesota is set to get a new state flag this spring, replacing an old flag that brought up painful memories of conquest and displacement for Native Americans. The flag design, adopted in December, features a dark blue shape resembling Minnesota on the left, with a white, eight-pointed North Star o...



02.01.2024 19:08
Trump fights to be included on Maine's primary ballot
Former President Donald Trump has appealed a ruling by Maine's Democratic Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows, that disqualified him from the ballot due to his role in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. This decision marked the first time in history that a secretary of state utilized S...



01.01.2024 23:50
Maine Secretary of State Receives "Swatting" Threats Over Trump Ballot Removal
Maine's secretary of state, Shenna Bellows, has become the latest victim of a dangerous trend known as "swatting," where individuals make fake emergency calls to the police in hopes of provoking a heavily armed response. The incident occurred on Friday night, just a day after Bellows made the contr...



31.12.2023 23:08
Swatting incident targets Hunter Biden laptop repairman's home
Delaware computer repairman, John Paul Mac Isaac, who gained attention for his involvement in the Hunter Biden laptop controversy, reported that his home was targeted in a "swatting" incident on Friday night. Mac Isaac took to X, formerly known as Twitter, on December 29 to share the incident, expr...



31.12.2023 01:45
House Democrat criticizes Maine's removal of Trump from ballot
In a shocking turn of events, the home of Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows was targeted in a dangerous swatting incident on Friday evening, as confirmed by the Maine State Police on Saturday. The incident occurred after an unidentified individual falsely claimed to have broken into Bellows'...



30.12.2023 22:51
Maine Democrat Excludes Trump, Accuses Electoral College of 'White Supremacy'
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, a Democrat, who recently disqualified former President Donald Trump from the state's 2024 Republican primary ballot, has visited the White House twice in the past year. According to visitor logs, Bellows attended a Women's History Month event on March 22, wh...



30.12.2023 21:27
Ex-Obama Adviser Warns: Blocking Trump from Running Would Tear Nation Apart
In a recent interview on CNN, former top Obama adviser David Axelrod expressed his concerns about the potential consequences of removing former President Donald Trump from the primary ballot for the 2024 election. Axelrod stated that such a decision would "rip the country apart" due to the signific...



29.12.2023 08:13
Maine Secretary of State Bars Trump from 2024 Ballot Over Insurrection Clause
Maine's Democratic Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows, made a groundbreaking decision on Thursday by disqualifying former President Donald Trump from the state's 2024 ballot. Bellows cited the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause as the basis for her decision, which has sparked a fierce backlash fr...



29.12.2023 08:12
Maine Joins Colorado in Disqualifying Trump from Primary Ballot Over Insurrection
In a shocking turn of events, Maine has joined Colorado in blocking former President Donald Trump from its presidential primary ballot. This decision stems from a constitutional provision that disqualifies insurrectionists from holding office. Maine's secretary of state has taken the bold step of r...



26.12.2023 19:54
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24.12.2023 15:08
Research reveals the holiday season's top 10 'unsafe' cities
According to a recent study conducted by Vivint, a smart-home security company, several cities in the United States have been ranked among the top 10 most "unsafe" places during the holiday season. The research took into account various factors such as property crime data, Google search trends, and...



21.12.2023 17:43
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21.12.2023 02:14
Minnesota panel selects new state flag design to replace controversial flag
Minnesota State Emblems Redesign Commission Announces Selection of New State Flag Design The State Emblems Redesign Commission of Minnesota revealed the chosen design for the state's updated flag and seal on Tuesday. The new flag, which features an eight-pointed star against a navy blue background...



20.12.2023 23:58
Surge in Child Vaccine Exemptions Raises Concerns
In recent months, Idaho faced a rare outbreak of measles that put health officials on high alert. The outbreak, which occurred within a single family, infected a total of 10 individuals who were unvaccinated. Fortunately, the state managed to contain the spread of the virus through swift quarantine...



19.12.2023 11:20
Major cleanup underway after storm batters Northeastern US, knocks out power and floods roads
A powerful storm that struck the northeastern U.S. caused widespread damage and flooding, leaving hundreds of thousands of customers without power in Maine. Utility crews in the state were working tirelessly to restore electricity to affected areas, with the restoration effort expected to take mult...



19.12.2023 03:23
Spike Lee's donated Air Jordans fetch record-breaking $51K at auction
A Rare Pair of Gold Nike Air Jordan 3s Raises Over $50,000 for Portland Rescue Mission in Surprise Auction In a heartwarming turn of events, a pair of gold Nike Air Jordan 3 sneakers made for renowned filmmaker Spike Lee were recently discovered in a donation chute at the Burnside Shelter of Portla...



18.12.2023 05:35
NBA G League player, girlfriend accused of 'executing murder plan' in Nevada, police say
Former NBA G League player, Chance Comanche, and his girlfriend, Sakari Harnden, have been arrested and charged in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a missing woman in Nevada. The victim, Marayna Rodgers, was reported missing on December 7, two days after she was last seen with friends a...



17.12.2023 10:49
Kings G League player arrested by FBI in connection to woman's disappearance
In a shocking turn of events, an NBA G League player has been arrested by FBI agents in connection to the disappearance of a 23-year-old woman in Las Vegas. Chance Comanche, a 27-year-old center who was playing for the Stockton Kings, the Sacramento Kings' affiliate in the G League, was taken into...



14.12.2023 21:57
Retail giants halt sales of dangerous water beads marketed to children
Three major retailers, Amazon, Target, and Walmart, have decided to suspend the sales of water-bead products aimed at young children due to increasing safety concerns. Water beads are small colorful balls made of superabsorbent polymers and are commonly sold as toys, craft activity kits, and sensor...



12.12.2023 12:18
Wisconsin Senate to Consider Ranked Choice Voting Bill for Election Overhaul
A bipartisan bill proposing a significant change to the way Wisconsin residents choose congressional candidates is set to undergo its first public hearing. The bill suggests implementing a ranked-choice system known as "final five," where voters would rank their top five candidates from all parties...



11.12.2023 19:00
Maine gunman's brain tested for potential Army blast damage
Tissue samples from the brain of Robert Card, the gunman who killed 18 people and injured 13 others in Maine, have been sent to a laboratory in Massachusetts for analysis. The state's chief medical examiner wants to determine if Card's military service in the Army Reserves contributed to his unusua...



05.12.2023 19:28
Off-duty pilot indicted on 84 counts for attempted mid-flight engine shutdown
An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, Joseph David Emerson, has been indicted on 84 counts in an Oregon court for attempting to shut off the engines of a passenger plane mid-flight. The grand jury decided to indict Emerson on one count of endangering aircraft in the first degree and 83 counts of reckl...



04.12.2023 20:23
Maine loon population dips for a second year, but biologists are optimistic about more chicks
The population of the beloved common loon, a species of bird native to Maine, has experienced a slight decline for the second year in a row. However, wildlife surveyors have found hope in the increased number of loon chicks. Maine is home to the largest population of common loons in the eastern Uni...



27.11.2023 01:10
Portland Teachers' Union and School District Resolve Weeks-Long Strike with Tentative Deal
After more than three weeks of strike action, the largest school district in Oregon, Portland Public Schools, has reached a tentative agreement with its teachers union. This means that approximately 45,000 students will be able to return to school on Monday. However, the agreement still needs to be...



25.11.2023 16:50
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