1. South Portland police are reviewing their procedures after officers mistakenly detained a 16-year-old Deering High School student at gunpoint. The teen, who was racially profiled according to his mother, was misidentified as a burglary suspect. He was released within minutes, but the family is demanding accountability and policy change. (PH)
2. Portland Public Schools are proposing a strict new cell phone policy that would ban students from carrying phones, smartwatches, or earbuds during school hours. Devices would be collected each morning and returned after class. Parents can weigh in at a public meeting this evening at Portland High from 6 to 7 p.m. (WGME)
3. A new 800-person music venue called Live at Madrids is set to open in downtown Portland behind the Wex building toward the end of 2025. The space aims to fill the gap left by the closure of Port City Music Hall, offering an intimate, high-quality experience for concerts, comedy, and live events. (PH)
4. With their season on the line, the Celtics powered past the Knicks 127-102 in Game 5. Jaylen Brown led the way and dedicated the win to injured star Jayson Tatum, saying, “That one’s for JT. Get well, bro.” Game 6 is Friday at Madison Square Garden. (SI)
5. Portland has officially opened its first dedicated public bike park. The Riverton Trolley Bike Park, located off Forest Avenue, is the highlight of a $500,000 improvement project. City officials say it offers a new outdoor space for all ages to connect and stay active. (WGME)
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