1. Lewiston police have arrested a 20-year-old man on attempted murder charges after a 21-year-old was shot in the leg during a fight Monday evening in the city’s downtown. The shooting is the latest in a string of incidents involving young adults, as residents and business owners call for more police presence to help curb the violence. (WMTW)

2. The Cumberland County DA is calling for changes to Maine’s sexual assault laws after a Portland woman was allegedly assaulted with semen while walking. Prosecutors say the current law only allows an assault charge because the bodily fluid was thrown rather than involving direct physical contact. (WGME)

3. Three new Maine laws take effect today limiting how state and local agencies can cooperate with ICE. The laws restrict immigration enforcement assistance by police, schools, hospitals, libraries, public colleges, and landlords unless required by a judicial warrant or other legal authority. (WGME)

4. Maine Revenue Services says the first $300 relief checks for eligible Mainers could begin going out as early as Friday. The payments are part of the state’s new budget and are expected to reach more than 500,000 people earning under $50,000 a year. (WGME)

5. HBO Max is testing a new vertical video feed called “HBO Max Shorts” that serves up personalized trailers, clips, and behind-the-scenes content based on what you watch. The feature is rolling out first to select iPhone users in the U.S. and lets viewers jump straight into a show or save it to their watchlist.

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