Homelessness dropped in Maine, but the number of people with no shelter is growing

Man who eluded police in Rumford arrested in southern Maine

Blake Lachance, who prompted police to surround an empty apartment last week, was apprehended in Westbrook.

Suspected gunman in National Guard shooting in DC is charged with multiple firearms offenses

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Washington man accused of wounding a Georgia National Guard member who tried to help break up a fight has been charged with multiple gun crimes. Jarrell Lamont Jackson, 41, is charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition by a felon, assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a […]

6 people have been arrested for allegedly running a marriage fraud ring, federal authorities say

Wedding rings were exchanged, and photos of a smiling bride and well-dressed groom made it look like these were legitimate marriages. But federal authorities argued Wednesday that the ceremonies were part of an elaborate, decade-long marriage fraud ring that netted a half-dozen people in Massachusetts millions of dollars. Prosecutors charged six people, including the alleged […]

Maine farmers and fishermen can get federal assistance to offset high fuel prices

As of Wednesday, Maine diesel prices are up 66% from a year ago.

Vandals damaged a Penobscot County hayfield

That vandalism could jeopardize public access to more than 1,000 acres.