4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic

To someone who is getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, "Don't panic!" may be difficult to heed, even if that's exactly what you should do. But lifeguards say to not only relax but flip over and float out of the danger.

4 days ago in Local

Federal judge orders release of Lewiston asylum seeker from ICE facility

A federal judge has ordered the release of a Lewiston man from ICE custody.

4 days ago in Sports

As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women’s World Cup countdown has begun

While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Film academy invites 529 new members, including Jenna Ortega, the Safdie brothers and Jacob Elordi

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Wednesday invited 529 members to the Oscar voting body, a new class that brings the group's membership to nearly double what it was a decade ago.

4 days ago in Local

Person rescued from garbage truck in Sanford after sleeping in dumpster

Sanford firefighters rescued a person who was stuck in a garbage truck after falling asleep in a dumpster.

4 days ago in Local

Bennett Carving Space as Independent in Maine Governor’s Race

Bennett is a state senator and the former Maine GOP chair.

5 days ago in Local

Collins Among Republicans to Support First Senate Vote to Block Iran War

The resolution passed Tuesday was the 10th time the Senate has tried to stop the war

5 days ago in Local

Funeral Services Held Wednesday for Firefighter Who Died After Searsmont Explosion

U.S. and Maine state flags were flown at half-staff Wednesday as funeral services were held for a firefighter who battled the Searsmont lumber mill fire and explosion.

5 days ago in Local

Police ask for help finding Waterville man last seen 3 weeks ago

Police are trying to locate a missing Waterville man.

5 days ago in Sports

US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.

5 days ago in Sports

Mavericks announce hiring of Dusty May as coach hours before the start of the NBA draft

The Dallas Mavericks officially announced Dusty May as their new coach just a few hours before entering the NBA draft with the ninth pick on Tuesday night.

5 days ago in Entertainment

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis set ‘Warriors’ musical for Broadway in 2027

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis are turning their concept album "Warriors" into a full-length Broadway show.

5 days ago in National

Savannah Guthrie says family remains ‘in agony’ over missing mom, begs the public for tips

"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal to viewers Tuesday to come forward with any information about her missing mother, a day after news organizations said a ransom note received months ago had indicated that she was dead.

5 days ago in Local

Sen. Collins reiterates support for Israel, accuses Graham Platner of antisemitism

Maine GOP Sen. Susan Collins is accusing Graham Platner of antisemitism while reaffirming her support for Israel.

5 days ago in Local

4 people including 3 juveniles arrested in connection with vehicle thefts, police chase in Lewiston

An 18-year-old along with three juveniles face charges in connection with a string of vehicle thefts and a police chase in Lewiston.

5 days ago in Local

Teens reported missing in Westbrook found safe

Police said Tuesday both Ngimbi and Raudales have been found safe.

5 days ago in Local

Pingree Turns Up Volume on Campaign for Maine Governor

Pingree says she plans to focus on housing, education, and energy issues.

5 days ago in National

A shooter kills 2 at a Northern California library and an 18-year-old suspect is arrested

A shooting at a library in Northern California left two people dead and an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested, police said Tuesday. Police responded to a 911 call soon after 5 p.m. Monday.

5 days ago in World

Europe swelters under an early heat wave as France records 40 drowning deaths

Millions of people across Europe were exposed to extreme and exceptional high temperatures on Tuesday, with 40 fatalities from drowning recorded in France in the past week as residents seek relief from the searing heat.

5 days ago in Sports, Trending

Giannis Antetokounmpo getting traded to Heat in blockbuster deal, AP source says

Giannis Antetokounmpo wants more championships. So do the Miami Heat. Their interests are officially aligned — and the Heat finally have another superstar.