Lawmakers reject ‘red flag’ gun bill, but alternative may have a better chance

The bill is one of 2 measures that aim to separate potentially dangerous people from their guns – but by different processes.

Maine senator revives ‘red flag’ bill to allow confiscation of guns from people who pose threat

The measure sponsored by Democrat Rebecca Millett of Cape Elizabeth would allow police and family members to seek a court order to temporarily disarm someone in mental health crisis.

Westbrook native shot, killed in Arkansas while trying to stop armed robbery

Shawn Mckeough Jr., 23, a graduate of Westbrook High School, was serving in the Air Force in Little Rock, police say.

Man killed in shooting in Portland’s Riverton neighborhood

Isahak Muse, 22, was killed at 1:45 a.m. in a residence on Milton Street, police say.

Paradox for gun industry: Having allies in Washington is bad for business

Two years into a 2nd Amendment-friendly presidency, and a Senate led by Republicans, the 'Trump slump' means falling sales and complacency.

Judge considers case for religious privilege in Windham man’s upcoming murder trial

Noah Gaston is charged in the shooting death of his wife, and the defense wants to block testimony by two church leaders who spoke with him that day.

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