Michael Rocque News Today

Nearly 100 years ago, an impending solar eclipse prompted whimsical suggestions for how to spend the few minutes of darkness from a prominent American humorist. Millions are on the move to get to the path of totality for Monday’s eclipse or planning to watch close to home but what will they do when the moment comes?

Nearly 100 years ago, an impending solar eclipse prompted whimsical suggestions for how to spend the few minutes of darkness from a prominent American humorist. Millions are on the move to get to the path of totality for Monday’s eclipse or planning to watch close to home but what will they do when the moment comes?

Most immigrants come here to seek a better life and are highly motivated to stay out of trouble, write sociologists Steven E. Barkan and Michael Rocque.

Mass shootings and conspiracy theories have a long history.

These serious cases could provide evidence of a “copycat” effect that has long been observed following high-profile mass shootings.

Experts acknowledge that every mass shooting is different but say the Maine city is likely to feel lingering effects of anguish for years.

The deadly shooting in Lewiston turned attention to the gun policy positions of Gov. Janet Mills, who has opposed bans on assault-style rifles but backed other gun safety measures in a state with a deep hunting and gun rights culture. Mills’ views...

For this commission to truly be influential, it is imperative that it be composed of a variety of stakeholders representing different constituencies and points of view, but also experts who can inform the investigation without an agenda.

The deadly shooting in Lewiston turned attention to the gun policy positions of Gov. Janet Mills, who has opposed bans on assault-style rifles but backed other gun safety measures in a state with a deep hunting and gun rights culture. Mills’ views...

The deadly shooting in Lewiston turned attention to the gun policy positions of Gov. Janet Mills, who has opposed bans on assault-style rifles but backed other gun safety measures in a state with a deep hunting and gun rights culture. Mills’ views...