Maine shipyard workers approve contract, ending Bath Iron Works strike
Striking workers outside Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine, have approved a new contract, ending the labor action and paving the way for resumed operations at the Navy shipyard.
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Maine Senate race pivots on women voters as Mills and Platner clash
A Democratic primary in Maine for the U.S. Senate has become a test of female voters, with Gov. Janet Mills and challenger Graham Platner releasing women-focused ads and staging events as they spar over Platner’s past online posts about sexual assault. Mills accuses Platner of offense, while Platner apologizes and insists he has changed. An Emerson College poll shows Platner with a near 30-point edge in the Democratic primary, including an 18-point advantage among women and a 41-point edge among men, underscoring how pivotal women are to both the primary and the general election against Susan Collins.
Mills targets Platner’s online past to court women voters in Maine
In Maine’s Democratic Senate primary, Gov. Janet Mills released an ad spotlighting Graham Platner’s old online posts (including comments about sexual assault and a tattoo controversy) to appeal to women voters, while Platner said he’s changed since then. Mills is trying to close Platner’s lead ahead of the primary against Sen. Susan Collins, with Platner backed by notable endorsers and labor groups. The piece also notes how polling shows gender dynamics in the race and that both campaigns have pushed back with responses.
Mills goes negative in Maine Senate primary, targeting oyster-farmer Graham Platner
Two-term Maine Gov. Janet Mills released a blistering negative ad against her Senate primary opponent, oyster farmer Graham Platner, criticizing his past Reddit comments about sexual assault as polls show Mills trailing in a closely watched Democratic primary.
Lewiston Special Win Gives Democrats a Narrow Maine House Edge
Democrat Scott Harriman won the Lewiston House District 94 special election 572-503 over Republican Janet Beaudoin, giving Democrats a three-seat edge in Maine's 151-member House. The seat was vacated by Kristen Cloutier, who resigned to take a job in the Senate President’s office, and another June special will fill Republican Kathy Javner’s seat after her death. Harriman, 39, serves on Lewiston’s City Council and School Committee.
Maine legal observers allege DHS used facial recognition to intimidate activists
Legal observers in Maine filed a class-action accusing DHS agents of using facial recognition and license-plate readers to surveil and threaten them during ICE operations, including threats to place them on a domestic terrorist database and to visit their homes; the suit seeks an injunction and DHS denies maintaining a domestic terrorist database, while lawmakers push limits on surveillance and an inspector general investigates ICE’s use of facial-recognition technology.
Maine's Oyster Farmer Seeks a Progressive Upset in the Senate Race
Graham Platner, a 41-year-old oyster farmer and combat veteran, is surging in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary against Gov. Janet Mills and Sen. Susan Collins, riding a Bernie Sanders–style progressive platform and a large online following. His rise challenges Maine’s tradition of electing moderates and could reshape the 2026 race, though questions linger about intra-party divisions and the role of national Democrats.
Maine reports four new measles cases, total five, all unvaccinated
Maine health officials confirmed four additional measles infections, bringing the state’s lab-confirmed total to five. All new cases are unvaccinated and linked to the first case in Penobscot County; there are no new public exposure risks and officials say it is not an outbreak. A measles dashboard was launched to track cases, while nationwide measles cases stand at 910 as of Friday.
Collins Kicks Off Sixth-Term Bid in High-Stakes Maine Senate Race
Senator Susan Collins of Maine announced a bid for a sixth term, positioning herself as a centrist in a race Democrats consider essential to flipping the Senate. Despite being a reliable vote for Trump-era policies, Collins faces a tough, well-funded challenge from Democrats in Maine, including Gov. Janet Mills and progressive challenger Graham Platner, who has outraised Mills. The race is expected to be among the costliest in 2026, with substantial outside spending and Collins currently holding a fundraising edge over both Democrats. Trump criticized Collins after she voted to begin debate on Venezuela policy.
Maine braces for political fallout as ICE raids stir backlash and Senate stakes
ICE’s January operation in Maine targeting suspected criminals has sparked fear and accusations of racial profiling among residents and workers, prompting protests and community support efforts, even as some officials claim the operation ended at a higher request. The controversy shapes the state’s Senate race dynamics, with Republicans hoping Collins retains the seat to keep the majority while Democrats emphasize the harm to communities and labor groups.
Maine records first measles case since 2019 tied to travel
Maine’s CDC confirms its first measles case since 2019, an adult from Penobscot County who recently traveled to a state with measles cases and was treated in Bangor. Health officials have notified facilities where exposure may have occurred and are informing those possibly exposed. Nationwide, 730 measles cases have been reported in 21 states this year, led by South Carolina. Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious illness, so people with symptoms or exposure should contact their health provider before visiting a clinic.
Maine confirms first measles case since 2019, triggering exposure notices
Maine's CDC confirms the state's first measles case since 2019 in an adult who had recently traveled to a state with known cases. The individual was infectious Jan. 28–Feb. 5 and may have exposed people at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Bangor (Jan. 28) and Hill View Mini Barns in Etna (Jan. 28–29); anyone at those locations during those times should monitor for symptoms and seek medical advice if exposed.
Maine records first measles case since 2019, prompts exposure alerts
Maine health officials confirmed the state's first measles case since 2019, an adult from Penobscot County who recently traveled to a state with active cases and was infectious Jan. 28–Feb. 5. Potential exposures were at Saint Joseph Hospital in Bangor and Hill View Mini Barns in Etna; anyone who was there during those times should monitor for symptoms for 21 days and contact a health care provider if symptoms arise. Measles vaccination remains the best protection, with two doses about 97% effective, and adults should verify immunity through records or testing.
Democrats deploy $2M ICE-focused ad blitz targeting Collins in Maine
Democrats are launching a $2 million ad campaign aimed at Sen. Susan Collins over her support for ICE funding, run by a group linked to Senate Majority PAC, highlighting Collins' role in DHS funding negotiations and her stance on ICE in Maine as the state hosts a high-spending 2026 Senate race.
Maine schools shuttered after cross-district threats and bomb-hoax
Several Maine schools, including MSAD 75 serving Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell and Topsham, canceled classes after threats and a bomb-hoax message prompted police searches; no hazardous items were found, and officials say threats are treated as credible until cleared; statewide closures followed similar hoax calls, including George Stevens Academy in Blue Hill.