The Latest: Louisville officer involved in Breonna Taylor shooting to be fired

Mainers plan Juneteenth celebrations of emancipation from slavery

Recent events have infused the African American holiday with renewed purpose and fresh awareness.

The Latest: Floyd’s neck was pinned by officer for 7 minutes, 46 seconds, prosecutors acknowledge

The latest on protests around the world against racism and police brutality. MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota prosecutors acknowledged Wednesday that a police officer had his knee on George Floyd’s neck for 7 minutes, 46 seconds – not the 8:46 that has become a global symbol of police brutality. The initial complaint alleges Derek Chauvin “had his […]

Police chiefs and sheriffs say chokeholds long ago outlawed

In the current climate of protests over charges of police brutality and racial profiling, police chiefs and sheriffs outline their policies.

‘Agents of change:’ Black Lives Matter rally rolls through Lewiston and Auburn

Roughly 200 people marched through Auburn and Lewiston.

Farmington protest organizers discuss their motivations

Farmington's Black Lives Matter protest organizers have been primarily youth-led, and they are determined to continue their involvement with the movement.

Maine governor, supreme court pledge to root out racism in law enforcement and courts

Gov. Janet Mills and the Maine Supreme Judicial Court issue statements promising to identify racism in the justice system and provide additional training to police and court personnel.

Lewiston considers resolution on policing in wake of protests

The resolution introduced by Councilor Safiya Khalid would commit the city to supporting policing practices that ensure "equality and equal justice for all."

Rally draws more than 700 demonstrators to Lewiston to demand justice

Organizers said the peaceful Black Lives Matter protest, the third this week in the city, won't be the last as they press for change following the death of a black man in Minneapolis.

Black Lives Matter vigil held in Norway

About 70 people participated in the peaceful demonstration Thursday afternoon while a memorial service was held in Minneapolis for George Floyd.