Today's News Updates

7:50 AM

Former TWA Flight 800 investigators want new probe

The 1996 crash off Long Island killed 230 people. The retired investigators claim that findings in the NTSB probe were 'falsified.'

7:34 AM

Maine man gets 3 years for stealing VA benefits

Richard Ramsdell Jr. of Cutler obtained benefits by falsely claiming to be unemployed and unable to work because of his back and mental condition.

7:31 AM

Farmingdale boy improving after falling into pool

Kennebec County Sheriff's Department officials say Cody Campbell is recovering at Maine Medical Center and he now recognizes his parents.

7:20 AM

Rolling billboards must yield to Maine's ban

But enforcement action against the ad trucks, like the one roving through the area this month, is unusual.

7:16 AM

Ex-Bulger associate to spend 3rd day on witness stand

James Martorano, who admitted killing 20 people, is set to continue testifying today.

6:49 AM

Baked Alaska: Unusual heat wave hits 49th state

With temperatures topping 80 degrees in Anchorage, and much higher in other parts of the state, people are sunbathing and swimming at local lakes and cleaning out supplies of fans.

6:34 AM

Karzai suspends talks with U.S. over Taliban move

The move could derail the peace process even before it has begun.

6:32 AM

GAO report: Smooth launch for health law no certainty

But the study also sees positive signs for new health insurance markets called exchanges to open in each state – in many cases over the objections of Republican governors.

6:11 AM

18 mayors: Limit use of food stamps to buy soda

'Why should we continue supporting unhealthy purchases in the false name of nutrition assistance?'

6:01 AM

Korean chefs learn all about Maine lobster

During their five-day visit, the chefs are going out on a lobster boat, touring processing plants and attending a lobster-cooking class and an industry meeting.

5:55 AM

Dube to be arraigned on murder, kidnap charges

Police say Kyle Dube used a fake Facebook profile to lure Nichole Cable out of her Glenburn home before killing her and hiding her body on May 12.

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