Maine State

The Independent

Donald Trump was already leading President Joe Biden in several swing states but after the assassination attempt, a new poll shows the former president gaining even more ground – unless a younger Democrat replaces Biden.A survey conducted by Emerson College Polling found that Trump holds a three-point lead or more over the president in seven key swing states – and most of those are an increase from polling conducted in March.In Michigan, Nevada and Wisconsin Trump is leading by three points, in Georgia by five, in Pennsylvania by six, in North Carolina by nine and in Arizona by 10.The numbers...

First major poll since assassination attempt shows Trump losing to a younger Democrat in swing states

ABC News

He hit back his rival's claims and record but avoided personal attacks.

Biden, in 1st major speech after Trump shooting, accuses him of 'lying like hell'

Michigan State

 Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared that “it wouldn’t hurt” for Joe Biden to undergo a cognitive test as questions continue to grow about his mental fitness in the wake of last month’s debate disaster.Both the Michigan governor and the president were quick to admit that his performance on stage against Donald Trump on June 27 was sub-par after th 81-year-old stumbled over his responses and, at points, was incoherent.On Wednesday, Whitmer – whose name has been tossed into the rumor mill as a potential replacement should Biden step aside as the party’s presidential nominee – was asked by...

Potential Biden replacement Gretchen Whitmer says ‘it wouldn’t hurt’ for president to take a cognitive test

New Hampshire State

Fox News

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu joins Brian Kilmeade on The Brian Kilmeade Show from the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, honing on Donald Trump’s assassination attempt and Nikki Haley, as well as the possibility of Kamala Harris replacing President Biden last minute as the Democratic nominee. When questioning the lack of communication between the Secret Service and the authorities at the rally site following the moment where an officer climbed onto the roof where the shooter was, Governor Sununu said that “There’s 100 different ways to notify people of what’s actually going on. Take take your firearm fired in the air, scare the hell out of everyone and shut the whole the whole thing will shut down immediately, right?” Watch the full interview with Governor Sununu here: Watch the latest video at foxnews.com

Governor Chris Sununu on the Lack of Communication at Trump’s Rally

New Jersey State

Virginia State

WashingtonExaminer

Former President Donald Trump’s chief pollster, Tony Fabrizio, listed Minnesota, Virginia, New Jersey, and New Mexico as toss-ups and implied Maine is in play while speaking to the Florida GOP at the Republican National Convention. None of those states have voted for a Republican since 2004, when both Virginia and New Mexico turned red before […]

Trump chief pollster says traditionally Democratic states such as New Jersey and New Mexico are ‘toss-ups’

Pennsylvania State

Butler, PA

 The father of the gunman who shot Donald Trump called police after the rally shooting, worried that his son and a firearm were missing, according to reports.Matthew Crooks realized his 20-year-old son, Thomas Matthew Crooks, and an AR-style rifle were missing shortly after shots were fired at the former president at a campaign rally on Saturday in Butler, Pennsylvania. Three senior law enforcement officials told NBC News that the father then called police.Law enforcement officials then went to the home where Crooks lived with his parents in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Approximately a day later, they publicly identified Crooks as...

Dad of Trump shooter called police after attack with concerns that his son and gun were missing, report says

HuffPost

The former president's staffers told reporters one word would not be used in the speech. It was — twice.

Trump Utters The 1 Word He Wasn't Supposed To Say During RNC Speech

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Thomas Smith

Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

Camden, ME

The Mirror US

Amelia and Arthur Bond have paid out $1.7 million in fines and settlements since allegedly poisoning oak trees on their neighbor's property but the chemicals have now leached onto a local beach

Millionaire Maine couple accused of poisoning beach by killing neighbor's trees for a better view

Savannah, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

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Margaret Minnicks

According to WRIC 8 News, a new speed limit will become effective on July 1, 2024 in Virginia. Speed limits in a business or residential district will be aslow as 15 miles per hour on Virginia highways.

A new speed limit law on highways becomes effective in Virginia on July 1, 2024

Waterville, ME

Rachel Perkins

WATERVILLE, Maine — The body of 42-year-old John Lessard, a transient with ties to Waterville, was recovered from the Kennebec River on Saturday, concluding a week-long search effort.

Body of Missing Waterville Man Found in Kennebec River

Dover, NH

CBS Boston

DOVER, N.H. - A Dover, New Hampshire, woman is putting out a warning after her parents died when a tabletop fire pit suddenly exploded.  It's a devastating loss to her family, losing their parents in a matter of seconds in a freak accident that they're still trying to understand.  Fire pit explodesDee McEneaney was sitting on her front porch with Herm and Thelma Stolzenburg for a Father's Day family gathering when the unthinkable happened to the small device they were all seated around. "All of a sudden, these flames shot out and like a blow torch, is all I describe it...

93-year-old couple from New Hampshire dies after tabletop fire pit explodes

Georgia State

Tallahassee, FL

The FBI is investigating the disappearance of a now 13-year-old girl who went missing from Florida last year and has ties to Georgia and Tennessee. A $15,000 reward is being offered to anyone with information that can lead to her location.

FBI Investigating Disappearance of 12-Year-Old Girl Who Has Ties to Georgia

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Orono, ME

In a concerning development, mosquitoes in Orono have tested positive for Jamestown Canyon virus, marking the first known virus transmission by these insects in Maine this year. This finding, confirmed by the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), has put the spotlight back on mosquito-borne illnesses in the state.

Orono, Maine Under Health Advisory: CDC Suggests Precautionary Steps

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Gov. Mills warns Trump presidency would hurt Maine women's rights

Governor Janet Mills is sounding the alarm and hoping Maine women understand that the results of November’s election threaten their rights, such as to abortion. The...

Gov. Mills warns Trump presidency would hurt Maine women's rights

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