Maine House narrowly supports bill that would allow safe drug consumption sites
Thursday's 77-66 vote followed emotional testimony on both sides. The measure now goes to the Senate.
Stay updated with breaking news from Robert Nutting. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Thursday's 77-66 vote followed emotional testimony on both sides. The measure now goes to the Senate.
The fate of several gun safety bills remain in limbo after split committee votes, with legislators on both sides of the aisle accusing the opposition of being intransigent.
Mass shootings have been an almost weekly occurrence in the U.S. But with exception of a ban on the so-called straw purchase of guns, Maine lawmakers have been hopelessly deadlocked about what to do to stop the violence.
Becoming a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates' broadcast team was always Joe Block's professional goal. How he finally reached baseball's big time is a fascinating story.