5 Things

1. The Department of Homeland Security has launched a new voluntary self-deportation program offering undocumented immigrants $1,000 and travel help...

1. Former Governor Paul LePage is running for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District, per a new FEC filing. LePage lost his...

1. Several thousand protesters marched through downtown Portland on Thursday for International Workers' Day, joining over 1,300 May Day rallies...

1. Amazon denies plans to show tariff costs next to product prices, calling the idea unapproved and scrapped. President Trump,...

1. An investigation into Mt. Ararat High’s boys hockey team found hazing, bullying, and sexual misconduct, including urination on teammates...

1. A widespread power outage hit Spain, Portugal, and parts of France on Monday. Rail traffic came to a halt...

1. The CDC says nearly 900 measles cases have been confirmed across 29 states — 97% among the unvaccinated or...

1. Starting May 7, Mainers will need a Real ID, passport, or government-issued ID to fly. Long lines are forming...

1. A dozen states, including Maine, are suing the Trump administration over its tariff policy, calling it illegal. The suit...

1. The funeral for Pope Francis will take place this Saturday. The Vatican announced that the service will take place...