UMaine women’s basketball drops close game to VCU

Smoke from charger diverted flight to Bangor

A Swiss Air flight made an emergency landing in Bangor after a passenger's lithium battery-powered headphone charger overheated and began smoking, highlighting strict airline safety regulations.

A new league marks major moment in a scattered history

The Women’s Pro Baseball League kicks off its historic inaugural season in Springfield, Illinois, marking a significant milestone for female athletes and the sport's evolving legacy.

Sex offender pleads guilty to having child sex abuse material

Convicted Maine sex offender Clyde Hall faces significant prison time after pleading guilty to possessing thousands of files containing child sexual abuse material.

Maine Dems fight national party on ranked voting in 2028

Maine Democrats and voting advocates are challenging a DNC proposal to restrict ranked-choice voting in presidential primaries, sparking a national debate over state sovereignty and electoral integrity.

Today in History

Explore significant historical milestones occurring on July 31st, ranging from Michael Phelps’ record-breaking Olympic achievement to critical political, military, and space exploration events throughout the centuries.