State officials cautiously optimistic over latest drug overdose data
Work remains, including continuing an expansion of harm reduction services in Maine.
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Legislature passes ‘historic’ bill to address housing shortage, homelessness
Gov. Janet Mills is expected to sign a supplemental budget that will allocate $100 million to ease a situation that has become critical in parts of the state.
Legislation aims to curb violence against health care workers in emergency settings
Bill awaits final passage, but some advocates say there’s more to be done to prevent violence in health care settings.
ACLU, state agency near settlement plan on legal representation for indigent clients
Agreement appears to be contingent on state budget negotiations.
Maine will receive at least $235 million in settlements from companies accused of fueling the opioid crisis
A Maine Monitor analysis looks at who stands to benefit from this money and why it matters.
Homeless people ponder next destination as Portland housing crisis intensifies
Asylum seekers needing help have added to a basic problem: Too few beds available for too many hopeful people.