Morning Sentinel

FBI: Man fatally shot in Boston bombing probe

The shooting took place early today in Orlando, Fla., when law enforcement personnel were interviewing the man.

New lobbying rules for ex-lawmakers await LePage action

IRS official Lerner: 'I have done nothing wrong'

Lois Lerner, who heads the office that decides whether groups qualify for tax exemptions, invoked her Fifth Amendment right against incriminating herself on Wednesday.

Suspect in Glenburn girl's slaying makes initial court appearance

Kyle Dube, dressed in civilian clothing, did not make eye contact with the many friends and family members of Nichole Cable who were in the courtroom.

Maine Senate votes to repeal mandate for east-west highway study

The resolve removes a requirement that the state Transportation Department conduct a feasibility study on the $2 billion project.

Official: Treasury played no role in IRS targeting

Lawmakers are trying to learn whether the IRS targeting was politically motivated. The inspector general and IRS officials have said there is no evidence of that.

New England economy seen improving, but unevenly

The New England Economic Partnership says external factors such as Europe's recession and federal spending cuts are crimping the region's economy.

Octogenarians race to be oldest Everest climber

One climber who is 80 years old, is on the mountain close to the summit. His 81-year-old rival is in base camp preparing to grab the title of oldest man to reach the summit of the world's highest mountain.

Boy Scouts meet to decide policy on gay Scouts

Scouting officials propose allowing openly gay Scouts but retaining the ban on gay adult Scout leaders.

Oxford Casino sale awaiting state approval

The casino won't be required to apply for a new operator's license if the sale is approved.