TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Social media companies faced the wrath of Florida Republicans as lawmakers were poised Wednesday to send legislation to the governor as part of a campaign to punish online platforms who some lawmakers say discriminate against conservative thought. It was another key legislative victory for Gov. Ron DeSantis, who urged lawmakers to deliver […]
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Three indicted on federal hate crime charges in death of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia
The case is the most significant civil rights prosecution undertaken to date by the Biden administration Justice Department and comes as federal officials have moved quickly to open sweeping investigations into troubled police departments.
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Posted inMaine, News
Slowdown of Real ID rollout benefits Maine, says secretary of state
The Department of Homeland Security has extended the Real ID deadline by 19 months until May 3, 2023, because of the pandemic.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Former Maine trooper pleads guilty to domestic violence assault
Justin ‘Jay’ Cooley’s ex-wife said Maine State Police supervisors were reluctant to pursue criminal charges despite her reports of abuse.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine should strictly enforce gun prohibitions to prevent domestic violence deaths, report says
The latest report of a state panel that monitors domestic abuse homicides focuses attention on efforts to keep firearms out of the hands of abusers.
Posted inSports
NBA roundup: Cavaliers’ Love apologizes for on-court tantrum
Kevin Love, who angrily tapped the ball back into play on an inbounds pass, says his behavior was out of line and out of character.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
From poetry to the pitch, Auburn native and Thomas College student Caleb Gorey has made the most of school
The Thomas College student recently released his third book, “The Dark Party,” and expects to graduate early.
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Topsham-area students to compete in international robotics contest
Mt. Ararat High School juniors Hudson Holden, Ben Humphry and Alyssa Moody designed a remote-controlled robot to operate underwater.
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Red Sox notebook: Closer Matt Barnes explains new approach that’s led to early success
Matt Barnes has been dominating,, saying “It’s about working quickly, it’s about attacking guys, it’s being confident in my stuff and being aggressive in the zone.”
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Collins, King propose $25 billion funding bill for shipyards
Bath Iron Works and Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery and would both be eligible for part of the $25 billion funding through the SHIPYARD Act.