Hannah Pingree, former speaker of the Maine House and daughter of Congresswoman Chellie Pingree, has launched her campaign for governor of Maine. She spent the past six years working in the Mills administration and stepped down from that role last month.

Cooper Flagg, Maine's 18-year-old basketball star, has helped the Duke Blue Devils reach their 18th Final Four. The Newport native's NCAA Tournament run continues! 🏀 bit.ly/4iMNpwe

Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. bit.ly/4g4IULA

President-elect Donald Trump was formally sentenced Friday in his hush money case, but the judge declined to impose any punishment. The outcome cements Trump’s conviction while freeing him to return to the White House unencumbered by the threat of a jail term or a fine. bit.ly/3C2tRnz

Meet Cumin, our adoptable pet of the week from the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland. ❤️🐾 The 8-month-old bluetick hound mix is a sweet, fun-loving puppy who loves the outdoors and is looking to spice up the life of her new owner. bit.ly/4j6RV9y

MSAD 75 officials said they are investigating the potential incident of bullying or harassment involving the Mt. Ararat High School boys ice hockey team. As a result of the investigation, Wednesday night's hockey game between Mt. Ararat and Gorham High School has been postponed. bit.ly/3DKgUiB

Central Maine Healthcare, a health care system that serves 400,000 people in the state, announced Wednesday that it will be acquired by a California-based nonprofit organization pending regulatory approval. bit.ly/42d8tXc

A Maine police lieutenant was one of three people who were seriously injured in a head-on crash that happened in Turner. Authorities say the officer was on his way home after his shift and had just picked up his 7-year-old son from day care. bit.ly/4a3XFNb