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Ranked-choice tabulation begins in Augusta for governor, CD2 races

The ranked-choice tabulation is now underway in Augusta.

South Portland ends license plate reader contract amid growing privacy concerns

South Portland is ending its use of automatic license plate reader cameras after a city council vote.

Jay town officials say developers may be backing out of plans for massive data center

The $550 million plan to convert the old Androscoggin Paper Mill in Jay into a massive data center appears to have suffered a setback.

World Cup kickoff sparks Portland watch party at State Theatre for U.S.-Paraguay

The World Cup has "kicked off" and the U.S. men's team is set to take on Paraguay in their first game of the tournament.

After Mills vetoes statewide pause, Maine towns move to halt data center projects locally

While the statewide moratorium on data center development was vetoed by Governor Mills, local communities across the state are now taking action.

Man accused of hitting, kicking student at school drop-off in Bangor

A man in Bangor is facing domestic violence charges after a school drop-off incident.

Biddeford man accused of sexual assault, resisting arrest

Several police officers were injured while trying to take a suspect into custody Thursday morning.

Berwick lifts emergency water conservation order after fire

An emergency water conservation order has been lifted in Berwick.

Cumberland County Sheriff's Office says corrections officer has been detained by ICE

The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office says one of its corrections officers was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Tuesday.

Maine Poutinefest return to Portland in September

New England's most delicious celebration of poutine is coming back to Portland.

Local News

Friday Focus: Ranked choice voting, Platner vs. Collins

In this Friday Focus segment, Matt Gagnon, the CEO of the Maine Policy Institute, spoke with CBS13.

Collins says Platner has 'problem with the truth'

Senator Susan Collins spoke about Platner Friday and his past controversies.

Platner calls Trump’s 'thug' label a 'compliment' in video response

This week, President Trump repeatedly called Graham Platner a "thug."

A look at the criteria that needs to be met to issue a Heat Advisory

It was a hot one out there today, at least for parts of the state, with a heat advisory in place for some inland communities.

Ranked choice tabulations begin in Maine primary races

Ranked choice tabulations are underway in Maine to determine the winner in three major primary races.

Repeated rounds of rain prompt flood watch for northern Maine

A flash flood watch has been issued for Oxford, Franklin, Somerset and Piscatiquis counties from 2 p.m. Friday afternoon through late tonight. Flood watch 2 PM

Missing Windham man found safe

The Windham Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding a missing man.

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Biddeford man accused of sexual assault, resisting arrest

Several police officers were injured while trying to take a suspect into custody Thursday morning.

'You couldn't get a Maine lobster' Trump claims after expanding fishing areas

President Trump made some head-turning claims about Maine lobster Thursday while announcing new actions on commercial fishing.

Cumberland County Sheriff's Office says corrections officer has been detained by ICE

The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office says one of its corrections officers was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Tuesday.

Man accused of hitting, kicking student at school drop-off in Bangor

A man in Bangor is facing domestic violence charges after a school drop-off incident.

Maine 2026 Primary Election Results

Maine 2026 Primary Election Results

Nation & World

The National News Desk Weekend Edition

The National News Desk Weekend Edition brings you award-winning local storytelling from Sinclair Broadcast Group's local TV newsrooms across the United States.

Trump announces US strike killed 'infamous' Tren de Aragua leader

President Donald Trump announced on Friday that a U.S. "lethal kinetic" killedHector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, known as "the infamous leader"

Voters favor Democrats by double digits in new midterm poll amid economic 'malaise'

An Emerson College Polling national survey out this week found that voters favored a generic Democratic candidate by 10 points over a generic Republican candidate for the November midterms.

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Police K-9 bites his own handler during arrest, authorities say

A police officer in Arkansas was bitten multiple times by his own K-9 during an arrest, according to authorities.

Trump signals possible Iran peace deal as tensions persist, energy markets on edge

A potential agreement between the United States and Iran to end the fighting — and ease pressure on global energy markets.

DNI Gabbard releases documents about the US funding bio labs in over 30 countries

Outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced Friday the release of declassified documents regarding the U.S. funding bio labs.

Trump wishes US Men's National team 'a lot of luck' before their 2026 World Cup kick-off

"I think you've got a really good chance of going all the way," Trump said during the call. "and I just want to wish you a lot of luck."

Sports

Greely beats Brunswick 14-13 in OT in Class B boys lacrosse quarterfinals

Top-seeded Greely needed overtime to survive a scare from Brunswick in boys high school lacrosse playoff action in the Class B quarterfinals.The game was tied 1

Cheverus tops Biddeford in Class A South quarterfinal as DeRoche shines in heat

Cheverus kept its unbeaten season rolling in the Class A South softball playoffs with a shutout win over Biddeford in the quarterfinals.The undefeated Stags hos

Patriots wrap minicamp as A.J. Brown, Drake Maye build early chemistry

The New England Patriots wrapped up minicamp today and will take a break before training camp opens July 25.One of the early storylines has been the quick conne

Entertainment

'Gomer Pyle' star Ronnie Schell dead at 94

Schell passed away the same day as his "Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C." costar, the late Jim Nabors', birthday according to his family.

Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic, dies at 100

Citing his family, NBC News reported that Shalit "passed away peacefully today after 100 years of an amazing life."

Tinker Bell model Margaret Kerry dead at 97

Kerry provided live action reference for "Peter Pan" animators in the early 1950s, and worked in Hollywood and radio her entire life.

Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley tried to 'out-redneck' each other by killing a snake

Miranda Lambert pulled a gun during a songwriting session with Ella Langley... and a snake was to blame.

Money

USDA loans: What are they and how do they work?

These no-down payment mortgages are for low- and moderate-income homebuyers in designated rural areas.

Mortgage rates remain above 6.5% as inflation spikes

Mortgage rates rose this week along with inflation, remaining above 6.5%.

Closing costs when selling a house

Selling a house isn’t free — here’s a breakdown of common closing costs for sellers.

HELOCs dip, home equity loan rates tick higher

HELOC rates dipped, while home equity loan rates hit their highest level of the year.

HELOCs dip, home equity loan rates tick higher

HELOC rates rose for the fifth straight week, nearing their highest level of the year.

Mortgage rates dip, but still above 6.5%

Mortgage rates retreated a bit this week but remain above 6.5%.

Homebuyers’ guide: How to choose a real estate agent

When you’re ready to buy a home, choosing the right real estate agent is crucial.

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Hotel for Homeless Dogs hosts World Cup-themed 'Puppy Bowl' for adoptable dogs

The Hotel for Homeless Dogs hosted its first ever Puppy Bowl at the Providence Place Mall on Thursday.

Zoo praises baboons for cooperation after tree limb fell into habitat

The Seneca Park Zoo is highlighting a behavioral training success story, commending its staff and baboons for their actions after a large tree limb fell into a habitat earlier this week.

Trooper called in to evict slithery stowaway from driver's vehicle

The tale quickly struck a nerve online.

Strangers call 911 to report children selling lemonade, police become paying customers

Someone called 911 to report two brothers who were running a lemonade stand, but their plan backfired when the emergency responders became happy customers.

Woman who banned herself from casino sneaks in, wins jackpot before being kicked out

A woman who banned herself from Pennsylvania casinos for life was escorted out of one last week after she sneaked in and won a slot machine jackpot.

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Sweetser highlights progress in Maine mental health services

Sweetser continues to support mental health initiatives in Maine.

The Alfond Grant program comes of age

The My Alfond Grant program is marking 18 years of helping Maine families save for education by investing $500 at birth for every Maine child.

Why some Maine patients are paying out of pocket for the care they actually want

For many adults, the first signs of aging are easy to explain away. Energy dips, lighter sleep, and weight management difficulties happen to everyone right?

Midyear money checkup: How are your finances doing so far?

As we near the halfway mark of the year, financial experts say now is an ideal time for Americans to address money milestone and mistakes.

Merger makes Sweetser Maine’s largest Certified Community Behavior Clinic

Sweetser has become Maine’s largest Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic provider.

What your adult children need to know about your finances

Most parents spend years planning for retirement, but many leave one important step unfinished.

Maine program promotes financial literacy for families during national awareness month

Invest in ME Reads is helping Maine families build lifelong money skills by combining .

The right tool for the job: Just in time for spring

Get ready for spring with the right tools, expert service, and everything you need to tackle projects big or small with Bath Industrial Sales.

Spring property issues: What Maine homeowners should know

As spring arrives, Maine homeowners should stay alert to property boundary, easement, and drainage issues that can quickly lead to disputes.

How to prepare your finances for spring homebuying

Spring is a great time to begin preparing your finances for homebuying.

The role of expert witnesses in catastrophic injury cases

Expert witnesses in catastrophic injury cases can be central to cases involving life-changing injuries.

When a mental health crisis strikes, help can now come directly to the front door

Sweetser’s mobile crisis teams bring compassionate, onsite mental health support directly to Mainers’ front doors.

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Cozy to Crafty: 10 gifts for Mother's Day for every kind of mom

Slippers for the Cozy Mom? A Ninja SLUSHi for the Frozen-Drink-Loving Mom? A digital camera for the Techy Mom? We've got you!

Shield Your Skin: 10 sun protection products to snag for summer

The weather is getting warmer, and protecting your precious face from UV rays is so important.

13 products to get you started baking sourdough

Making sourdough starter from scratch? Not the easiest. Getting started making sourdough with this guide? Easy!

10 products that are 50% off or more for Amazon's Big Spring Sale

You can save big on home, decor, tech, beauty, fashion, and more.

Welcome to Aries Season: 10 gifts for the Aries in your life

Welcome to Aries Season, the sign full of bold energy, confidence, and fiery spark.

10 viral products we wish we bought sooner

From stress cubes to fabric shavers and spray for on-the-go, these 10 products are popular for a reason.

Add a pop of green to your life with these 7 cute finds

No one's getting pinched on our watch.

10 Father's Day gifts he will actually use

From heating pads to beard trimmers and LEGO sets, happy shopping!

Hello, June! Get ready for summer with these 8 essentials

Summer is right around the corner. Are you prepared for these hot, fun-filled months?

9 gadgets to create the ultimate cozy reading environment

Imagine this: you are bundled up in a cozy, soft blanket, lost in a book. These items are a must for any book lover.

10 trendy beauty deals worth shopping this Memorial Day

From lip stains to Korean skincare and serums, here are 10 products on sale for Memorial Day.

10 audiobooks to get you out of that reading slump

Right now, you can try Audible for 30 days free!

10 home and garden gadgets you'll be using a lot this season

'Tis the season for tinkering around your home and garden.From spring cleaning to meals on the grill or finally getting those tomatoes to grow, we've got you c

7 sentimental gifts that should still arrive before Mother's Day

Here are 7 gift ideas that balance heartfelt and fast shipping for a Happy Mother's Day!

7 fun rugs that will add some personality to your home

These rugs refuse to be boring.

Good Day Maine

Match to Watch: USA vs. Paraguay

The match to watch Friday is the U.S. taking on Paraguay.

Match to Watch: Mexico vs. South Africa

No ifs ands or buts about it, today's match to watch is Mexico versus South Africa.

Dining on a Dime: Summer squash pasta skillet

In this Dining on a Dime segment, nutritionist Sara Sullivan shows us how to make a summer squash pasta skillet.

More than a bakery: The sweet mission behind Marvelous Macarons

Like rows of colorful macarons, dirty sodas, pancake bowls, dot cakes, or their viral fruit pastries.

Dining on a Dime: Creamy Butter Beans in Florentine Sauce

In this Dining on a Dime segment, nutritionist Sara Sullivan shows us how to make creamy butter beans in a Florentine sauce.

Boarding the Belle of Belgrade: A unique Maine travel experience

Lyndee Waldbauer shows us how she took a former college bus and transformed it into tourism on wheels.

Dining on a Dime: Spinach Artichoke Chicken Bake

In this Dining on a Dime segment, nutritionist Sara Sullivan shows us how to make spinach artichoke chicken.

The Maine Character: In Full Bloom Container Gardens bring nature into any space

The best part- Goldenthal says you don't need a green thumb to care for the mini gardens.

Dining on a Dime: Italian Ravioli Salad with Herb Vinaigrette

In this Dining on a Dime segment, nutritionist Sara Sullivan shows us how to make Italian ravioli salad with herb vinaigrette.

The Maine Character: Modern Matchmaking Making a Comeback

Adams believes there is someone out there for everyone, but you have to be in the right spot mentally.

Dining on a Dime: Rustic Skillet Pizza Beans

In this Dining on a Dime segment, nutritionist Sara Sullivan shows us how to make rustic skillet pizza beans.

The Maine Character: The Honey Exchange creates a buzz in Portland

From golden jars of honey to candles and skincare, there’s plenty to explore.

Dining on a Dime: Creamy Street Corn Tortellini

In this Dining on a Dime segment, nutritionist Sara Sullivan shows us how to make creamy street corn tortellini.

The Maine Character: Inside Browne Trading Company's caviar and seafood craft

Browne Trading Company has been a fixture on Portland’s Commercial Street since 1991

Portland mayor discusses Live Nation venue after City Council meeting

Portland Mayor Mark Dion joined Good Day Maine to discuss key issues taken up at the Portland City Council meeting.

ARC Maine

Center for Wildlife: Meet Poppy the porcupine

CBS13's Emily Santom visited the Center for Wildlife Friday.

Fur-ever Friend: Help Kite find a forever home

Each Friday here on ARC Maine, we're joined live by a local animal shelter and one of their pets looking for their fur-ever home.

Greenlight Maine: Vinalhaven Aquaculture

We are continuing our Greenlight Maine interview series this Thursday.

I-Team

Cruiser 'camouflage': Why don't Maine police cruisers stand out like they used to?

Both South Portland and Biddeford have moved toward darker cruiser designs in recent years, but for very different reasons.

Options remain for Mainers who need help getting to the polls Tuesday

The polls will open at 8 a.m. Tuesday morning across the state.

Roadmap complete, action delayed: What's next for Maine's aging schools?

Maine education leaders say the state's school construction crisis isn't getting any smaller, but efforts to address it may now be delayed.

What happens to your data when AI takes notes at the doctor?

Medical professionals claim this helps them spend less time typing during visits and more time actually talking to patients.

Crisis in the Classroom

Maine education scores among nation's biggest declines

In 2024, 74 percent of Maine fourth graders scored below reading proficiency, up 10 percentage points in just five years.

Lewiston voters reject nearly $130M school budget, turning down 10% increase

Lewiston school leaders are faced with tough decisions yet again.

Transgender athlete referendum faces legal challenge in Maine over valid signatures

Maine's fall referendum on transgender athletes in school sports is facing a new legal challenge in a dispute over valid signatures.