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Immigration Surveillance Backlash: Reports say U.S. border-tracking tools bought for immigration enforcement were used against an American citizen in Maine—agents allegedly showing up at her home after she recorded them in public, raising alarms about a “dragnet” reaching far beyond noncitizens. Long Creek Lawsuit: Eight former youth detainees from Long Creek Youth Development Center filed a federal suit alleging decades-old abuse, isolation, and sexual violence—renewing calls to close or overhaul the facility. Maine Politics, Heat Up: In the Democratic governor race, Janet Mills officially endorsed Hannah Pingree, while the Senate contest continues to churn as resurfaced Reddit posts target candidate Graham Platner. Higher Ed Costs & Tech: UMaine System trustees approved a 4% tuition increase, and the system is nearing its first contract for an AI tutoring tool for students. Local Summer Plans: Wells is rolling out its 2026 summer calendar, with new dining stops and returning events like HarborFest and Chili Fest.

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Maine: Husson University’s football budget increases 6.7% in 2024

Maine: Husson University’s football budget increases 6.7% in 2024

Maine’s public universities on verge of closing $1.39M deal for 1st systemwide AI tool

Maine’s public universities on verge of closing $1.39M deal for 1st systemwide AI tool

Maryland leads states suing Education Department for ‘unlawful’ student loan cap

Maryland leads states suing Education Department for ‘unlawful’ student loan cap

Oregon, Washington among 24 states suing Education Department over student loan limits for professional degrees

Oregon, Washington among 24 states suing Education Department over student loan limits for professional degrees

DOJ gives Maine AG a deadline to provide undercover license plates for federal law enforcement

DOJ gives Maine AG a deadline to provide undercover license plates for federal law enforcement

Gov. Mills instructs flags statewide be lowered to honor Gerald Talbot and Maine game warden Joshua Tibbetts

Gov. Mills instructs flags statewide be lowered to honor Gerald Talbot and Maine game warden Joshua Tibbetts


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Attorney General Rayfield Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs

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Attorney General Tong Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs

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