1. The USDA has paused millions in funding to the UMaine System over a Title IX review. UMaine says it follows state and federal laws and NCAA rules, which ban transgender varsity athletes from women’s sports. (WMTW)

2. Maine AG Aaron Frey announced a settlement with Sanofi, allowing uninsured and commercially insured Mainers to buy insulin for $35/month through 2029. Sanofi will also launch a program to help patients check eligibility. (WMTW)

3. U.S. Border Patrol is hiring for positions along the Maine-Canada border, offering $20,000 signing bonuses. Applicants must be U.S. citizens under 40, pass a background check and polygraph, and complete training in New Mexico. (WMTW)

4. Southwest Airlines is ending its longtime two free checked bags policy on May 28 after nearly 60 years. Amtrak responded on social media, saying, “guess we’re the only ones doing free baggage now.” (AP)

5. UMaine men’s basketball beat Vermont in the America East semifinals, snapping a 30-game losing streak to the Catamounts. The Black Bears will face Bryant in the championship Saturday at 11 a.m. on ESPN2, with an NCAA Tournament spot on the line. (WGME)

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