Braxtyn Smith died in 2024 after what authorities described as months of violent abuse at the hands of his parents and grandmother, all of whom were charged with depraved indifference murder.
Morgan Womack
Staff Writer
Morgan covers breaking news and public safety for the Portland Press Herald. Before moving to Maine in 2024, she reported for Michigan State University's student-run publication, as well as the Indianapolis Star and Michigan Public. She's passionate about telling human-centered stories and battling for access to public records. As someone who grew up on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, Morgan feels at home in Maine's natural scenery.
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Maine’s 3 largest cities recorded just 1 homicide last year, state police say
Overall, homicides across the state dipped compared to 2023 and 2024, which are 2 of the deadliest years on record, according to recently released data.
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Eliot Cutler held without bail; police say he had pornographic DVDs
The disgraced former Maine gubernatorial candidate’s probation officer has asked a judge to revoke Cutler’s probation and impose a 39-month sentence. Cutler pleaded not guilty to violating the conditions of his release.
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Eliot Cutler accused of possessing pornography, prompting latest arrest, lawyer says
The disgraced former Maine gubernatorial candidate and convicted sex offender has now been accused of violating the conditions of his release 3 times within the space of several months.
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Maine police shooting panel recommends more court-ordered mental health treatment
The 11-member panel said in its new annual report that the 2024 police killing of a Westbrook man highlighted significant gaps in the current system.
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ICE says it arrested 206 people in first week of Maine operation
The agency criticized members of the public for interrupting immigration officers’ activity in a news release Thursday after Sen. Susan Collins said she has been told that the operation has ended.
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Maine leaders react with caution as Susan Collins says ICE operation has ended
The head of the Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition called the news ‘confusing’ and urged residents to remain on guard, while Democratic officials said they had been unable to independently confirm the conclusion of ‘Operation Catch of the Day.’
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Some US citizens in Maine are carrying passports, fearing ICE detention
Some Mainers of color say they’re afraid to leave their homes and worry about their children. One man says he was racially profiled.
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ICE reports in Maine slow after spike last week, immigrant advocates say
The Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition says people are still calling into the group’s hotline to report agents and unmarked vehicles in their neighborhoods.
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Oxford Casino sues to block tribal iGaming
The lawsuit claims the exclusive right to operate internet gambling granted to the Wabanaki Nations is a ‘race-based monopoly.’