Officers have inadequate training and a lack of supervision and accountability, according to the U.S. Justice Department.
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Court to consider sale of closed Old Town paper mill
The Wisconsin company that wants to buy the Old Town Fuel & Fiber mill intends to reopen it.
Celtics break five-game losing streak with overtime win over Pistons
Jeff Green leads Boston with 32 points as Detroit loses its 10th game in a row, 109-102.
Historic J.L. Coombs shoe store chain closing shop
The Bangor-based company says it was the oldest U.S. shoe store still in operation.
Supreme Court to decide if pregnant workers merit special treatment
Justices weigh discrimination law: Is pregnancy like other worker disabilities needing accommodation?
LePage joins as Texas leads multiple states suing Obama over immigration
The lawsuit challenges the president’s executive order that would protect as many as 5 million people living in the U.S. illegally.
Maine ethics agency aims to add restrictions on uses of PAC funds
The proposal comes after Sen. John Tuttle of Sanford used PAC money for personal expenses.
Ebola response too slow, Doctors Without Borders says
Meanwhile, the World Bank again lowers growth projections for the three hardest-hit countries.
Florida judge issues stay on homeless feeding ban
He orders mediation in the dispute that has brought Fort Lauderdale international attention.
Pregnant workers’ rights: Former UPS driver’s claim goes before Supreme Court
A ruling on whether UPS discriminated against a pregnant driver will have wider implications.