Problems remain in the Department of Veterans Affairs despite a 2014 law aimed at alleviating delays.
Elections
Sides at pot legalization forum debate whether referendum would allow use by children
The attorney general’s position that Question 1 repeals laws against possession by juveniles has become a central issue in the marijuana campaign.
Winner of 2 elections, Gov. LePage casts doubt on state’s voting process
His comments echo those made by presidential candidate Donald Trump, but Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap says voter fraud is practically unheard of in Maine.
That Moment: For one new American and his family, a free and fair vote at last
A grateful Abbas Marwan and his relatives register in Westbrook and count the days until they can exercise a precious right as U.S. citizens.
Piled high, new burdens worry small businesses
Some say two Nov. 8 ballot measures, on top of increasing health insurance costs and changing overtime rules, will hamper growth and kill Maine jobs.
Cape Elizabeth’s rural character is major concern among Town Council candidates
Three candidates are running for two Town Council seats in the Nov. 8 town election.
Clinton campaign asked Bill Clinton to cancel 2015 Wall Street speech, leaked emails show
The Democratic nominee’s inner circle worried that the event would paint her as too cozy with big banks, the emails show.
In 2 searing speeches, the 2016 presidential race is crystallized
Trump’s speech was an angry all-out defense and Obama’s was a scorching takedown of the Republican candidate.
Why it matters: Big money donors criticized, courted
Both candidates talk of changing the system, but both have benefited with millions in donations.
Polls busy across Maine on first day of in-person absentee voting
Town clerks report strong turnouts, as motivated voters take advantage of the opportunity to choose their candidates early in a highly polarized presidential election.