Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b
Maine’s coastal economy depends on science money that comes from Washington. When federal agencies like the National Science Foundation, NOAA, and NASA receive cuts, the ripple effects hit fishermen in Portland, aquaculture farms in Brunswick, and towns such as Machias that rely on data to protect t
Team Liquid, a leading name in global esports, has teamed up with Sunderland AFC to enter the ePremier League. The partnership brings two top EA Sports FC players, Paulo Neto and Gabriel “Young” Freitas, to represent both the esports outfit and the historic football club. They will compete in the le
Maine's kids are struggling with reading, and it's a big deal. If they can't read well by the end of third grade, they're more likely to drop out of high school and live in poverty. The latest test scores show that 74% of Maine's fourth graders are behind. That's a huge number, and it's worrying bec
Maine's air quality is in trouble. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has decided to undo a key rule that limits greenhouse gas emissions. This rule was put in place in 2009 to protect public health. Now, with this rule gone, Maine might see more pollution coming from other states. Maine alr
Team USA’s hockey squad has settled on its main netminder for the opening Olympic match against Latvia. The decision came after a solid showing at last year’s 4 Nations Face‑Off, where the goalie helped secure second place. Coach Mike Sullivan praised his pick as “elite” and expressed full confidenc
Maine faces a serious issue that often goes unnoticed. While there's a lot of talk about illegal immigration, domestic violence is a much bigger problem. The state's own reports show that violent crime is going down, but domestic violence is not. In fact, it's a major part of many serious crimes in
Maine Republicans stand at a crossroads after two recent defeats in the governor’s race. The party must rethink its strategy if it hopes to win again. A fresh voice has emerged in the primary: Owen McCarthy, who promises bold ideas and a realistic plan for governing. McCarthy’s vision focuses
Maine is about to get a serious cold snap. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme cold warning. This alert covers central, western, and northern parts of the state. It starts Friday night and might last through Saturday night. Temperatures are going to drop fast. Around Portland, it wil
Maine is at a crossroads. The state's future hinges on tackling complex issues like climate change, public health crises, and economic shifts. To navigate these challenges, Maine needs a leader who understands science and can make decisions based on evidence. Dr. Nirav Shah, a former CDC director, i
