Morgan Womack – Page 10 – Lewiston Sun Journal

Staff Writer

Morgan covers breaking news and public safety for the Portland Press Herald. Before moving to Maine in 2024, she reported for Michigan State University's student-run publication, as well as the Indianapolis Star and Michigan Public. She's passionate about telling human-centered stories and battling for access to public records. As someone who grew up on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, Morgan feels at home in Maine's natural scenery.

Maine, Maine Crime, News, Schools & Education

Chellie Pingree, Portland leaders pressure ICE to share details on arrest outside school

by Emily Allen and Morgan Womack September 16, 2025September 17, 2025

Immigration officers’ refusal to identify themselves while detaining a parent during student drop-off at Gerald E. Talbot Community School last week has led to a growing chorus of calls for transparency from federal agents.

Maine, Maine Crime, News, Schools & Education

Cornish man accused of threatening UNE, having bomb-making materials

by Morgan Womack September 16, 2025September 17, 2025

The 24-year-old man is charged with terrorizing, criminal use of explosives and attempting to cause a catastrophe.

Maine, Maine Crime, News, Sports

Maine soccer player detained by ICE was denied bond, attorney says

by Morgan Womack September 15, 2025September 15, 2025

Malunda Destino, who played for Lewiston’s Maine Legends FC, was arrested by ICE last month.

Maine, Maine Crime, News

Handler of Maine public safety dog that died charged with animal cruelty, placed on leave

by Morgan Womack September 12, 2025October 21, 2025

Brodie Hinckley, the director of the Bureau of Emergency Communications, is accused of leaving Baxter, a 3-year-old chocolate Labrador, in a state vehicle outside the Bangor Regional Communications Center for more than 4 hours.