1. Thousands gathered in Portland’s Monument Square Friday to protest Operation Catch of the Day, the enhanced immigration enforcement. Many service workers and immigrant community members joined in, and over 175 Greater Portland businesses closed in solidarity. Mayor Mark Dion says the protests have drawn Washington’s attention. (WGME)
2. Starting Sunday, flyers without a Real ID or passport will face a 45-dollar fee at airport security. The TSA says the charge covers its new identity verification system and encourages travelers to get proper ID before flying. (WGME)
3. After nearly 100 years in business, Youngs Furniture in Portland is closing. The family-owned store says the decision is due to retirement, not the business, and thanked customers for decades of support as closing sales begin. (WMTW)
4. Maine native Amy Allen has won back-to-back Grammys for her songwriting. The Windham-raised writer took home Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical at the 2026 Grammy Premiere Ceremony, becoming just the second-ever repeat winner. Allen made a statement wearing an “ICE OUT” pin. (WMTW)
5. The Bangor Public Library has completed its massive 42,000-piece puzzle thanks to a community-wide effort. Donated by a community member, the puzzle took more than 350 people about 1,200 hours to finish. Now, the library says it’s deciding where the giant puzzle will find its next home. (WGME)
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