Maine Politics: Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson surged to a commanding lead for the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination, winning nearly 300 of 319 delegate slots on the first day of county selections ahead of the July 25 convention, setting up a high-stakes matchup against Susan Collins. Public Safety & Immigration: In Biddeford, residents are demanding answers after the July 13 ICE-related shooting of Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, with reporting citing conflicting accounts about the officer’s intent and details about the officer’s mental health history. Federal Funding: FEMA approved nearly $7 million in New England disaster recovery support, including more than $6 million for Vermont and about $518,000 for Maine administrative recovery costs tied to January 2024 storms. Energy & Environment: A Trump administration rule would narrow the Endangered Species Act definition of “harm,” raising alarms for habitat protection. Tech & Local Economy: New York’s statewide moratorium on new data centers spotlights growing community pushback over utility bills and environmental impacts. Historic Maine Business: Van Buren’s Gayety Theatre restoration gained National Register recognition, aiming to reopen as a multipurpose community hub. Food Recall: General Mills recalled Walmart-sold frozen Pillsbury Bread Rolls dough lots over possible glass contamination. Arts & Community: Blue Hill’s historic Hen House recording studio tied to Noel Paul Stookey is listed for sale, potentially reshaping a local cultural landmark.