Departments are getting better at teaching de-escalation, but there is still a ways to go.

Some have an interest in keeping electricity prices high, but most Mainers would not benefit.

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Programs that allow nonviolent criminals to work in the community are a win for everyone.

The state should not prioritize the enforcement of petty drug possession laws over saving lives.

It will take long-range planning to bring down the city’s tax rate.

Neighboring states are doing more to deal with the effects of the ongoing drought.