At a protest in the shadow of the State House, participants speak against racial injustice and advocate for widespread police reforms.
black lives matter
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland Police Department releases use-of-force policy
It bars the use of chokeholds, neck restraints and other tactics that might cut off someone’s ability to breathe.
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Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Four people arrested in Sanford, unrelated to Saturday’s peaceful protest
Those taken into custody were wanted on a variety of charges, including a probation violation, being a fugitive from justice, and drug possession, Maine State Police say.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Maine artists use their medium to send a message
A high-profile mural and a vector portrait of George Floyd, shared by David Ortiz, are among the works.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-Eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Something’s happening here
The street protests in Portland last week could signal a potent force for change – if the movement can stay organized.
Posted inLocal & State
‘I think it’s crept up on him a little quicker than we expected’
Jason and Andrea Jackson
Posted inLocal & State
‘Yes, there is racism. … You have rights here, too. You belong.’
Bakhita Saabino
Posted inLocal & State
‘It’s harder for me to convince them that we still have justice’
Claude Rwaganje
