1. A Maine man is facing multiple charges after allegedly chasing people with a hockey stick outside a Lyman store. Deputies say 64-year-old Randy Marcotte also pursued victims with his truck and was found with knives, a hatchet, a club, and nunchucks in his vehicle. Already out on bail, Marcotte now faces charges including criminal threatening and violating release conditions. He’s being held without bail. (WGME)

2. Shake Shack and Chick-fil-A could soon open along the Maine Turnpike as part of major service plaza upgrades from Kittery to Augusta. The Turnpike Authority is renegotiating its contract to improve dining, restrooms, and play areas. (PH)

3. TikTok is launching a separate U.S. version of its app on September 5th to comply with government demands to divest from its Chinese parent company. The current app will be pulled from U.S. stores, and users must switch by March 2026 or lose access. (MR)

4. The TSA is testing a relaxed rule at select airports allowing passengers to keep their shoes on during security. The change, which could go nationwide, comes as TSA looks to enhance the travel experience. The TSA has yet to formally announce the change. (CBS)

5. Adobe forecasts that Amazon’s four-day Prime sales event will drive nearly $24 billion in US e-commerce sales. The boost comes as competing retailers like Walmart host similar sales to compete with one of the biggest sales events in 2025. This year’s Amazon Prime Days will increase by $9.6 billion from last year, with mobile phone purchases expected to hit record levels of more than $12 billion. (Forbes)

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