1. The Maine Sheriffs’ Association has launched a new pilot program to notify victims when their abuser is released from jail. The VINE system is live at four jails, including Penobscot and Aroostook Counties, and lets victims sign up for free, anonymous alerts. (WMTW)
2. After 10 years of work, Lewiston has unveiled a 10-foot statue of Muhammad Ali outside Bates Mill 5. Last month marked 60 years since Ali knocked out Sonny Liston at what was then known as the Central Maine Civic Center. (WMTW)
3. Portland hosted its 10th annual Walk the Working Waterfront on Saturday. Despite the rain, crowds turned out for tours, art demos, and pop-ups along Commercial Street, celebrating the people and history behind the city’s waterfront. (WMTW)
4. Ford is recalling over 1.1 million vehicles, including 2021 to 2024 Escapes, Broncos, and Edges, due to a rearview camera glitch. A software update can fix it. Check the “recalls” section at Ford.com for details. (MH)
5. The NBA will crown a first-time champion as the Pacers face the Thunder in the Finals starting Thursday. Tyrese Haliburton leads Indiana, while MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stars for OKC.
After 35 years, TNT aired its final NBA broadcast Saturday as the Pacers beat the Knicks. Inside The NBA will continue on ESPN and ABC with hosts Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O’Neal. Regular season and playoff games will move to NBC, Peacock, and Amazon. (Yahoo)
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