A new Supreme Court term begins with cases on climate change, immigration and gun rights
Climate change, weapon bans and religious rights are all on the docket this term as the Supreme Court begins hearing arguments.
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Before Uber: Portland taxi photos from the 1930s and ’40s
In this Portland Press Herald photo that ran on July 26, 1948, veteran cab driver Alton W. Bridges is on the job with Town Taxi Company. (Photo courtesy Portland Public Library Special Collections and Archives) " data-image-caption=" In this Portland Press Herald photo on July 26, 1948, veteran cab driver Alton W…
US Air Force removes all bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack
The U.S. Air Force has brought home its bombers stationed at a U.S.-run military air base in England used to strike Iran.
Woman arrested in California for allegedly spying on Taiwanese officials for China
Per the affidavit, Wanying Zhang allegedly traveled to Seattle last year and conducted surveillance on a close relative of a Taiwanese government official.
The ego has invaded American politics | Opinion
The U.S. Capitol is photographed Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rahmat Gul) " data-image-caption=" The Senate voted Friday to fund most of the government through the end of September. The legislation now heads to the House of Representatives. (Rahmat Gul/Associated Press) "…
Why I’m out canvassing for Troy Jackson | Opinion
Troy Jackson, left, and Hannah Pingree, right, attend the Southern Maine Labor Council’s Labor Day Breakfast at the Maine Elks Lodge in Portland on Monday, September 7, 2026. (Daryn Slover/Staff Photographer) " data-image-caption=" Troy Jackson, left, and Hannah Pingree, right, attend the Southern Maine Labor…
The cost of Susan Collins outweighs the benefit | Letter
How many federal dollars does it take to offset the rollback of constitutionally guaranteed rights of more than a half century? How many federal dollars is sufficient to offset the cost of previously defeated diseases like polio and measles to return to Maine families? How about the cost to Mainers of legally dubious…
Why Hannah Pingree has my vote | Letter
I am in full support of Hannah Pingree for governor of Maine. I’ve known and admired Hannah for many years; I believe that she has the right combination of principled leadership skills, compassion, creativity and energy to enable our great state to realize its full potential over the next four and, hopefully, eight…
Weakened fuel efficiency goals will cause lasting damage | Letter
AUGUSTA, ME – MARCH. 13: This filer photo taken Friday March 13, 2026 shows electric vehicle charger station signing parking lot of the headquarters of Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife at 353 Water Street in downtown Augusta. (Joe Phelan/Staff Photographer) " data-image-caption=" AUGUSTA, ME – MARCH…
Trump tried to make an ally out of fishermen. Some have started to turn on him
Lobster fishing boats are moored in Stonington, Maine, on Friday, May 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) " data-large-file="https://www.pressherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/10/US_Trump-Maine_Fishing_51753.jpg?w=780" /> High gas prices, rising inflation and escalating trade wars have taken a toll on the…
Maine’s volunteer libraries thrive with tight budgets. State rules could make that harder.
Volunteer librarian Karen McNutt looks through a book at the Richville Library in Standish on Thursday, September 24, 2026. McNutt started volunteering at the library in 1977. The two reclining chairs are used for “counseling sessions,” McNutt said with a laugh. (Daryn Slover/Staff Photographer) " data-image-caption="…
Woman jumps from window, 3 officers hurt after rescuing toddler from New Orleans fire
According to New Orleans police, the officers were helping firefighters with rescue efforts at an apartment building.
Texas firefighters band together to support captain's son battling Stage 4 cancer
Conway Frost is the son of Corpus Christi Fire Department Captain Patrick Frost, a firefighter and paramedic who has dedicated years to serving the community.
WATCH: Firefighters rescue dog trapped in car after crash in California
The Ventura County Fire Department said the crash happened near Malibu, California, along the state's Pacific Coast Highway.
Maine Strong softball tournament honors Lewiston shooting victims while helping Mainers in need
Three years after the Lewiston mass shooting, families are keeping their loved ones’ memories alive on the diamond while raising money for Mainers facing tragedy.
Thousands compete in 35th annual Maine Marathon
Over the last 29 years, the Maine Marathon has raised nearly $9 million for charity.