Maine Abortion Groups Prepare To Mobilize Ahead Of High Court's Decision On Roe

Advocates around the country await the Supreme Court's decision on the future of Roe v. Wade.

Citing Story Of Personal Struggle, Lewiston Resident Launches Historic Maine House Run

Hoping to become the first Somali-American elected to the Maine Legislature, Mana Abdi of Lewiston officially launched her campaign.

Anti-Mandate PAC Raises $100k To Support Far-Right State Legislative Candidates

The Dinner Table PAC was launched during the COVID pandemic to support candidates who oppose Maine’s vaccine mandate for health workers.

Maine Outreach Works To Increase Low-Income, Minority Voter Turnout

Maine outreach groups are doing their part to increase voter turnout for the June 14 primary election and November general election.

Biden Urges Assault Weapons Ban, As U.S. House Democrats Advance Gun Control Bills

“This isn’t about taking away anyone’s rights. This is about protecting children,” Biden said.

Podcast: How One Maine Group Fights Back Against Gun Violence

The Maine Gun Safety Coalition is working to enact “common sense” gun control in the state.

Dem Campaign Chief Says GOP Congressional Moderates Try To Avoid Talking Abortion, Guns

They’re also trying to avoid discussing whether Congress should pass new gun laws following two mass shootings, said Sean Patrick Maloney.

Maine's Senators Have Not Backed Nixing Filibuster Amid Calls For Action After Shooting

The filibuster has notably been used by Republicans recently to block voting rights protections pushed by Democratic majorities.

Frustrated Democrats Call For GOP Help On Federal Gun Laws After Mass School Shooting

Tuesday’s massacre was the nation’s second-deadliest mass school shooting since another at Sandy Hook Elementary a decade ago.

Opinion: Things To Do When The News Cycle Makes You Feel Hopeless

Everywhere we turn people are asking, “What will we do?” The tiktoks, tweets, reels and posts seem endless.

Tribes Push For Golden Bill To Ensure Wabanaki Benefit From Future Federal Laws

Golden’s bill would adjust the Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act of 1980.

Maine Seeks Proposals To Increase Access To Local Food

"It creates a little bit more freedom for folks on these food and nutrition assistance programs to select local food if they want to."

Group Homes Say They're Being Shorted By State In Effort To Raise Care Worker Wages

Direct care professionals are some of the lowest-paid employees in the state.

CDC Encourages Mask-Wearing In Places Like Maine With High COVID-19 Transmission

Across the country, nearly a third of Americans live in a place with high or medium COVID-19 levels.

Report Says 34 Maine Legislators Have Joined Far-Right Facebook Groups

Together the lawmakers sponsored 963 bills during the most recent legislative sessions.

After Historic Passage, New Laws Battling PFAS Enter Implementation Phase

Maine is going a step further by going after the companies that produced PFAS-contaminated sludge and claimed it was safe for use.

Dems Back Progressive Reforms In Platform But Protesters Say Party Fell Short On Tribal Rights

The party convention comes as Maine — and the rest of the country — is preparing for a pivotal midterm contest in November.

Progressives Across Maine Step Up To Run For Legislature In Pivotal 2022 Election

Progressives already serving in Augusta have helped Democratic majorities in the House and Senate make strides.

Congress Explores Creation Of Truth Commission For U.S. Indian Boarding Schools

H.R. 5444 would establish the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies.

U.S. Senate Democrats Fail To Enshrine Nationwide Abortion Protections, Vow More Action

Democrats did not get enough votes to overcome the legislative filibuster.

Maine Poor People's Campaign Mobilizes For National ‘Moral March On Washington' In June

The rally is being organized by the Poor People’s Campaign, a national coalition building power across marginalized communities.

Activist Responds With Free Speech Chalking Mocking Collins For Calling Cops

"You might not recognize our right to free speech, but I hope you recognize my right to have an abortion," an unknown activist wrote.

Legislators Sustain Mills' Vetoes Of Progressive Labor And Criminal Justice Reform Bills

In total, Mills vetoed five bills from the 2022 legislative session, none of which were overturned by the legislature.

Dems Help Mills Dodge Veto Of Popular Wabanaki Sovereignty Bill

Democrats declined to put LD 1626, which passed the Maine House and Senate last month, on Gov. Janet Mills’ desk.

McConnell Doesn't Rule Out U.S. Senate Vote Outlawing Abortion If GOP Takes Control

"Yeah, it’s possible. It would depend on where the votes were," McConnell said.

Progressive Legislators Not Seeking Reelection Say Institutional Barriers Often Prevent Change

Beacon spoke with some lawmakers about why they are leaving and what reflections they have on their experience at the State House.

‘We Delivered': Recovery Community Celebrates Signing Of Stronger Good Samaritan Law

Gov. Janet Mills held a ceremonial signing Monday of a bill creating additional protections from prosecution at the scene of an overdose.

Beacon Podcast: The Lowdown On Roe V. Wade—And What You Can Do About It

Podcast hosts also preview veto override day and talk about the still-uncertain future of the Tribal Sovereignty bill.

Senate Will Vote On Abortion Rights Next Week, Likely Without Collins' Support

The effort appears largely symbolic, the Maine Beacon reports.

Maine Warns Residents: Don't Eat Contaminated Freshwater Fish

The advisory affects several bodies of water across Maine, according to a report.

U.S. Senate To Try Again On Abortion Rights After Bombshell Disclosure Of Draft Opinion

Democrats predicted that abortion will emerge as a major issue in the upcoming midterm elections for members of Congress.

Joining Wave Of Organized Newsrooms, BDN Journalists Look To Unionize

Organizers said an overwhelming majority of eligible staff have signed cards declaring their desire to join the News Guild of Maine.

Maine Advocates Say Next Election Crucial As SCOTUS Poised To Strike Down Abortion Rights

Four of the five conservatives who reportedly want to overturn abortion rights were appointed by presidents who lost the popular vote.

‘Radical And Extreme': Maine GOP Platform Show Party's Far-Right Agenda Ahead Of Election

Policies targeting LGBTQ people and “critical race theory” within the GOP’s platform demonstrates the party's continued shift to extremism.

Advocate: Maine Lawmakers Took Key Steps To Reduce Health Care Costs This Session

Surveys have shown four in five Maine adults are worried about affording the care they may need in the future.

Mills Signs Compromise With Wabanaki Into Law While Sovereignty Bill Remains In Limbo

Governor Janet Mills on Monday signed a compromise agreement with the Wabanaki Nations.

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Maine's lead-news guy cashes out

Maine Labor Coalition Scores Major Legislative Win Creating Renewable Energy Jobs

The law will require prevailing wages and equity standards on all large, utility-scale renewable energy projects.

‘We Are Unified': Maine Med Nurses, Supporters Rally For Fair Union Contract

"It’s time for them to realize that we deserve a seat at the table," registered nurse Jonica Frank said.

Mills Signs Bill Reforming Zoning Laws As Maine Grapples With Affordable Housing Crisis

LD 2003 is an effort to reduce barriers to the construction of units.