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Scarborough Eighth Grader Identified as Victim in Fatal Portland Crash

Scarborough Eighth Grader Identified as Victim in Fatal Portland Crash

A 13-year-old eighth-grade student from Scarborough, Abdulrahman Mohammed, has been identified as the victim in a fatal crash that occurred on Warren Avenue in Portland. The incident took place on Saturday night when a group of teenagers, including Mohammed, entered the roadway and were struck by a vehicle driven by a 48-year-old Portland man. Mohammed was pronounced dead at the scene, while two other boys, aged 14 and 15, sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to Maine Medical Center. Police have not filed charges against the driver, and the investigation is ongoing. Both Scarborough and Portland schools are offering counseling services to students in response to the tragedy.

Maine Teen Dies, Two Injured After Vehicle Collision in Portland

Maine Teen Dies, Two Injured After Vehicle Collision in Portland

A 13-year-old boy has died and two other teenagers were hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Portland, Maine, on Saturday. The incident occurred on Warren Avenue near the I-95 overpass at approximately 8:46 pm. Portland Police officers responded to the scene, where a 48-year-old Portland man was driving the vehicle involved. Initial investigations suggest that a group of juvenile males was walking on the north side of Warren Avenue towards Riverside Street when three of them abruptly entered the roadway and were hit by the vehicle traveling in the same direction. The 13-year-old boy succumbed to his injuries at the scene, while two other boys, aged 14 and 15, were transported to Maine Medical Center. Several other juveniles walking with the group were unharmed. Authorities have not yet released the names of the teenagers involved.

Chesterville Man Dies in ATV Accident After Failing to Yield at Intersection

Chesterville Man Dies in ATV Accident After Failing to Yield at Intersection

A Chesterville man, Michael Kidd Jr., 35, was killed on Saturday after his 2005 Honda ATV was struck by a 2006 Toyota Camry. The incident occurred at the intersection of Cohoon Road and Vienna Road in Chesterville, Maine. According to investigators from the Franklin Sheriff’s Department, Kidd Jr. allegedly failed to stop or yield at the intersection before entering it, leading to the collision. The impact ejected both Kidd Jr. and his passenger, Karrie Phenes, 46, from the ATV. Kidd Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene. Phenes sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported by helicopter to a Portland Hospital. The driver of the Toyota Camry, Christopher Roe, 38, of Vienna, was involved in the collision. The crash is currently under investigation, and no charges have been filed at this time.

Portland Driver Arrested After Police Chase Ends in Fiery Crash

Portland Driver Arrested After Police Chase Ends in Fiery Crash

A driver in Portland, Maine, Jace Murphy, 28, was arrested following a police chase that culminated in a fiery crash. The incident began on Sunday evening when Portland Police Department officers responded to reports of a crash and a vehicle speeding away on Deering Avenue. An officer attempted to stop the fleeing vehicle, but the pursuit was terminated in the Old Port area due to safety concerns. Subsequently, the driver crashed into the Portland Square parking lot, where the car caught fire. Murphy reportedly fled the scene on foot but was later apprehended by police. He faces multiple charges, including refusing to submit to arrest, attaching false plates, failure to stop, driving to endanger, eluding an officer, and failing to notify of a motor vehicle accident. Additionally, an outstanding warrant was noted. No individuals were hospitalized as a result of the crash.

The Columbus Dispatch

Columbus, Franklin County working on safety issues on Roberts Road

Columbus, Franklin County working on safety issues on Roberts Road

Columbus and Franklin County are working to address safety concerns on Roberts Road after another fatal crash on Aug. 29.

Margaret Chase Smith Became the First Woman Elected to a Full Senate Term

Margaret Chase Smith Became the First Woman Elected to a Full Senate Term

In 1948, Margaret Chase Smith achieved a significant milestone in American political history by winning the United States Senate election in Maine....

Early Fall Foliage Emerging in Northern New England

Early Fall Foliage Emerging in Northern New England

As of September 12, 2026, New England is beginning to see early signs of fall foliage, with green leaves still dominating most areas. However, tints of color are emerging in northern pockets and drought-stressed regions. Locations such as Dixville Notch and Hollis in New Hampshire, Island Pond and Wolcott in Vermont, and Newcastle and Portland in Maine are reporting early color changes. Temperatures in northern New England are fluctuating between the 40s and 50s °F (4-15 °C), which is driving a moderate pace of color change. The first localized peak is expected in late September in Dixville Notch, while widespread peak colors in northern Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine are anticipated in early October. Southern New England is experiencing warmer temperatures, delaying significant color changes.

Calais City Council Votes to Pursue Financing for Armory Purchase

Calais City Council Votes to Pursue Financing for Armory Purchase

The Calais City Council has unanimously voted to allow City Manager Mike Ellis to solicit bids for financing to purchase the Calais Armory from the Maine National Guard. The city has been pursuing the property for several years, with the aim of relocating some municipal services, including the police department and city administration, to the building. The asking price for the armory is $578,000, slightly above its assessed value of $575,000. The Maine National Guard had initially decided to retain the armory but reversed its decision and offered it for sale to the city. The armory underwent extensive renovations in 2016 to improve energy efficiency and preparedness. Councilor Michael Sherrard expressed concerns about the purchase given recent property tax increases in Calais.

Juvenile Bicyclist Dies in Head-On Collision with SUV in Durham

Juvenile Bicyclist Dies in Head-On Collision with SUV in Durham

A juvenile bicyclist was killed in a head-on collision with a 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV in Durham on September 13. The incident occurred around 12:43 p.m. at the intersection of Knightwood Drive and Bengel Drive. According to Durham police, a female driver was traveling north on Knightwood Drive when the male juvenile, riding a bicycle, entered the roadway from Bengel Drive onto Knightwood Drive. The collision happened shortly after the juvenile entered the road. The bicyclist was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he was later pronounced deceased. As of now, no charges have been filed, and the Durham Police Department is continuing its investigation into the crash.

Albuquerque Speed Cameras Significantly Reduce Speeding at Crash Hot Spots

Albuquerque Speed Cameras Significantly Reduce Speeding at Crash Hot Spots

Albuquerque's automated speed enforcement program, utilizing 40 speed cameras installed at identified crash hot spots, has led to a substantial reduction in speeding across the city. City officials informed state lawmakers that between May 2022 and July 31, the program issued over 845,000 citations. The data indicates a decrease in drivers exceeding the posted speed limit by 10 mph, with reductions ranging from 54.7% to 96.2%. Jennifer Turner, a city official, stated that the cameras are strategically placed in areas with high rates of crashes and fatalities, emphasizing that the goal is to slow down drivers and enhance safety. Notably, 70% of drivers who received citations were ticketed only once, suggesting a significant shift in driver behavior. Specific areas like Gibson Boulevard, Unser Boulevard, and Coors Boulevard have shown considerable improvements, with Gibson Boulevard experiencing a 90% decrease in speeding between Carlisle and San Mateo.

Man Dies After E-Bike Crash in Germantown

Man Dies After E-Bike Crash in Germantown

A man tragically died after crashing his e-bike into a parked car in Germantown. The incident occurred late Friday night, just before midnight, on Stenton Avenue. Police reported that the man was riding a black e-bike southbound when he collided with the rear of an unoccupied Honda CR-V. He sustained severe head injuries in the crash and was transported to Einstein Hospital, where he was pronounced dead approximately an hour later. An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident is currently underway.

Detroit Free Press

Former top cops agree: Detroit police chief crossed the line

Former top cops agree: Detroit police chief crossed the line

When embarrassing photos of Mayor Mary Sheffield appeared on social media, Detroit's top cop took action to try to take them down. That was a mistake.