York County refused to release records about times it may have recorded and listened to phone calls between defense lawyers and people held at the jail.
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Gov. Mills lets public defense changes become law
Hard-fought reforms to Maine’s public defense system were enacted on July 15 without the signature of Gov. Janet Mills.
Legislature produces results with work on climate change initiatives
On top of agreeing to divest from fossil fuels, lawmakers pass 10 measures that promise to reduce carbon emissions and adapt to climate impacts.
Chasing Maine: The Antique Car Show
The weekly antique car show in Cumberland allows anyone to bring a classic car or simply admire the vintage beauties.
The changing face of electricity generation
How renewable power is reshaping electricity markets.
The biggest Olympic event is politics
From what it takes to get the Games, to what sports are included, and of course the national prestige factor, world politics drive the Olympics, even through a pandemic.
Maine Monitor adds staff, announces beat assignments
The Maine Monitor added three new staff members in recent weeks: two reporters and a new production editor.
Lawyer withdraws from nearly 200 cases after not complying with billing investigation
In a scathing court motion, Amy Fairfield accused the Maine Commission on Indigent Legal Services of launching a “targeted campaign” against her law firm.
Chasing Maine: Indomitable Spirit
Fabi and Fartun have shown remarkable strength and fortitude as they pursue their goal of graduation and becoming nurses.
Taking the future into their own hands
Youth activists, encouraged by the passage of a pioneering mandate, are leading the state and nation toward fossil fuel divestment.
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