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Maine’s child care overhaul has clearer path to passage

by Billy Kobin June 1, 2023June 1, 2023

The bill from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, includes several provisions meant to address a drop in home-based child care centers.

Gov. Janet Mills has mostly had her way in the State House since she and fellow Democrats took it over in the 2018 election.

More Democrats are challenging Janet Mills’ hold on Maine politics

by Michael Shepherd May 15, 2023May 15, 2023

Republicans join lawsuit against Janet Mills and Democrats over budget

by Billy Kobin May 2, 2023May 2, 2023

The Maine State Chamber of Commerce is leading a push to roll back some of the state's restrictions on PFAS.

Democrats are divided on reining in Maine’s pioneering PFAS limits

by Michael Shepherd April 26, 2023April 26, 2023

Maine lawmakers decide courthouse dogs are too cute for criminal court

by Kathleen Phalen Tomaselli April 26, 2023April 26, 2023

Troy Jackson’s opponent retains Allagash office after recount

by Jessica Potila April 11, 2023April 12, 2023

Top Maine Democrat ‘deeply disappointed’ in AG Aaron Frey

by Michael Shepherd April 5, 2023April 6, 2023

Inflation, labor shortages and the costly sorting of a growing array of bottles and cans are posing new challenges for redemption centers.

As redemption centers close, Maine seeks to overhaul its bottle deposit law

by Steve Mistler, Maine Public March 30, 2023April 1, 2023

The deputy transportation commissioner said expanding Interstate 95 from Houlton to Fort Kent could cost $1.8 billion.

Transportation officials cast doubt on expanding I-95 to Fort Kent

by Caitlin Andrews, Maine Public March 16, 2023March 16, 2023

The Legislature hasn't enacted a ballot initiative in more than 16 years, deferring to voters on 20 straight referendums.

Legislature may ban foreign influence in Maine referendums

by Steve Mistler, Maine Public March 8, 2023March 8, 2023

The attack on the tax break used by Whole Foods is politically popular, but critics call it abuse of the tax code.

Maine fight over Whole Foods tax break creates unlikely alliances

by Michael Shepherd February 20, 2023February 20, 2023

Maine lawmakers have proposed a slate of bills to aid the lobster industry.

Opinion Contributor

I’m thankful Maine lawmakers are ready to help lobster industry

by Matthew Gagnon, Opinion columnist February 15, 2023February 15, 2023

In recent years, the Wabanaki have seen growing support among Maine lawmakers, particularly Republicans like Billy Bob Faulkingham.

Wabanaki tribes hope a long elusive goal is within reach

by Nicole Ogrysko, Maine Public January 4, 2023January 4, 2023

"So often in politics we give an award to a politician who wins a tough election. But in truth, it’s the voters of that district who deserve the award."

Opinion Contributor

Agree to Disagree Political Awards for 2022

by Phil Harriman and Ethan Strimling December 29, 2022December 29, 2022

Legislative leaders have already signaled that bills addressing the housing shortage will be among the top issues.

Maine lawmakers face a Friday deadline to submit bills

by Steve Mistler, Maine Public December 29, 2022December 29, 2022

Ethan Strimling and Phil Harriman have made their predictions for what Mainers can expect locally and nationally in the coming year.

Opinion Contributor

23 predictions for 2023

by Phil Harriman and Ethan Strimling December 22, 2022December 22, 2022

What to expect when Maine lawmakers debate the heating aid plan

by Michael Shepherd December 21, 2022December 21, 2022

Top Maine Democrat signals he’ll meet key GOP demand to break heating aid impasse

by David Marino Jr. December 14, 2022December 15, 2022

Maine heating aid bill won’t pass before January without Senate Republicans’ support

by David Marino Jr. December 8, 2022December 8, 2022

Republican Billy Bob Faulkingham is clearly the biggest wild card to become a legislative leader this time around.

How Maine’s new top lawmakers stand out from the rest

by Michael Shepherd November 22, 2022November 22, 2022