The government argues that the court lacks the authority to hear the case and that the families’ claims don’t meet the legal standard to move forward.
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Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics, Sports
Get ready to see Susan Collins during the Super Bowl
A Collins ad from an outside group seeks to boost Maine’s senior senator, who is facing a high-profile 2026 reelection battle and low approval ratings.
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Posted inElections, Local & State, Nation / World, New England, News, Politics
Susan Collins brings home $425M to Maine as she gears up for tough election
The Republican senator’s funding prowess is a major reason she has been so hard to unseat, despite low approval ratings.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools & Education
With enrollment rising, Lewiston ponders future of its school buildings
Thursday’s public forum explored ways the School Department could use the Dingley Building and 287 Main St. to ease crowding for its students and staff.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
State police ID victim shot Monday in Augusta homicide
The victim of the Monday night shooting on Flagg Street was identified as Billyjack Curtis, 51, of Augusta.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Wyman’s wants to sell some of its Maine blueberry fields. Why?
The biggest wild blueberry grower in the US has listed 781 acres in the Midcoast.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Lewiston area rallies, sports, outdoor recreations, fundraising focus of week in photos
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from Jan. 30-Feb. 5, 2026.
Posted inLocal & State, News
How Mainers stepped in to help during the ICE surge
Spurred by a desire to support their neighbors, people delivered groceries, offered rides, donated money and protested the federal immigration enforcement.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State, News, Puzzles & Games
Mystery Photo for Feb. 8, 2026
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine State Police called immigration authorities about 60 times last year
Troopers were told they were allowed to hold people on the side of the road for immigration officials, even if there was no suspected criminal conduct.