5 questions heading into Trump and Biden’s first debate

President Trump and his Democratic challenger, Joe Biden, will meet on the debate stage for the first time Tuesday night in Cleveland.

Report on Trump’s taxes shakes up race heading into first debate

The damning report about the president's tax avoidance gives Joe Biden a fresh line of attack – on top of a burgeoning pandemic and a controversial Supreme Court nomination.

What we know – and still want to know – about Trump’s businesses

Trump's businesses routinely reported losing more money than they made, a fact that saved Trump on his taxes but belied the gold-plated CEO image he presented to the public.

Gideon banks on bipartisan image, but critics disagree

In her bid to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, the Maine House speaker highlights her work on issues such as the opioid crisis and climate change, yet some Republicans say she's been unwilling to compromise on key issues and failed to exercise leadership during the pandemic.

Sayers challenging Mason for Kennebec County sheriff’s post

Ken Mason, who has served as Kennebec County sheriff for one term, is being challenged by Michael Sayers, an Oakland police officer.

Man points gun at protesters outside GOP candidate’s rally

Police are investigating the confrontation in Wilmington, Delaware.

How Trump, Biden are preparing for first presidential debate

The president has decided to skip any formal preparation, while Biden is approaching the match-up aggressively.

Probe into ‘discarded’ ballots in Pennsylvania fuels campaign outrage

Thursday’s kerfuffle in Pennsylvania and accompanying internet outrage over a handful of ballots is likely a taste of what’s to come in the month left before the presidential election.

Lawmakers from both parties denounce Trump’s assertion on power transfer

Congressional leaders, including Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, reject the president's position that he’ll ‘see what happens’ before abiding by the election outcome.

Oxford Hills town clerks prep voters for an unprecedented election