5 questions heading into Trump and Biden’s first debate

President Trump and his Democratic challenger, Joe Biden, will meet on the debate stage for the first time Tuesday night in Cleveland.

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Pelosi prepares in case U.S. House must decide presidential race

If the Electoral College is deadlocked or unable to reach a majority outcome, the question goes to the House as a 'contingent election.'

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Another judge joins those ordering Postal Service to end cuts that delay mail

The Maine attorney general was among those joining Pennsylvania in the lawsuit.

School board, budget committee seats contested in Oakland

Incumbent Rick Stubbert is running for the Regional School Unit 18 board of directors against Tyler Backus, while Richard MacKenzie and Justin Richard are running for the town budget and advisory committee.

Bill Nemitz: Drowning in political ads? Try this democracy preserver

Stand With Maine powers on in its quest to control campaign spending by way of an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Gideon banks on bipartisan image, but critics disagree

In her bid to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, the Maine House speaker highlights her work on issues such as the opioid crisis and climate change, yet some Republicans say she's been unwilling to compromise on key issues and failed to exercise leadership during the pandemic.

Jim Fossel: SCOTUS seat should not be filled during campaign season

A rushed, partisan confirmation process would further politicize the court, damaging its credibility.