Christopher Williams covers courts and daytime crime at the Sun Journal where he has been a staff writer for more than two decades. He reports on local, state and federal courts as well as spot news, crashes, fires and other general mayhem. During his time at the Sun Journal, he has served on Sunday and enterprise staff, covering politics, state government, environmental and health care issues, sometimes tackling investigative stories. When he's not on the beat, Chris enjoys sailing, skiing and restoring his Victorian era home.
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PublishedJuly 14, 2021
Unlike courts and businesses, Maine jails remain in pandemic mode
Sheriffs and jail administrators say they are following state corrections and health agencies’ recommendations for COVID-19 safety measures.
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PublishedJuly 8, 2021
Lisbon teen charged with attempted murder in stabbing
The 18-year-old remains in jail while facing two felony charges involving a 17-year-old boy.
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PublishedJune 15, 2021
Lewiston man gets 6 years for illegal marijuana operations
Richard Daniels was one of more than a dozen defendants charged in a broad-based organization that manufactured marijuana under the guise of the Maine Medical Marijuana program.
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PublishedJune 15, 2021
Lewiston man to serve 5 years for shooting at police
Joshua Boyd claims the gun discharged accidentally.
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PublishedJune 14, 2021
Hartford man goes on trial for murder of girlfriend
The Oxford County Superior Court trial in South Paris is expected to last three days.
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PublishedJune 9, 2021
Lewiston 13-year-old dies after being rescued from Androscoggin River
The girl was playing in the river with friends and family Monday evening when she went underwater.
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PublishedJune 8, 2021
Thirteen-year-old girl rescued from Androscoggin River
The girl, who was not wearing a life jacket, was taken to a Portland hospital by helicopter after she was revived at CMMC.
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PublishedJune 7, 2021
Lewiston man arrested and charged in June 3 Auburn Walmart shooting
A 19-year-old man Lewiston turned himself over to detectives after negotiating his surrender last weekend, following his alleged involvement in a June 3 shooting at the Auburn Walmart that injured another 19-year-old man.
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PublishedJune 4, 2021
Auburn man shot at Walmart; 1 suspect arrested, another at large
Police charged a juvenile and are seeking a man seen fleeing the scene in his car.
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PublishedMay 28, 2021
After investigation, U.S. Justice Department and Lewiston schools strike deal on reforms to end ‘discriminatory’ practices
The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Maine said in a statement Thursday that the agreement will end the district’s “systemic and discriminatory practice” of excluding students from attending school for full days because of behaviors related to their disabilities, and will provide more support for English language learners.
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