Immigration & Public Safety: Maine’s “ICE Out of Policing” and related “ICE Out of Maine” rules took effect, limiting how state and local police and some public workers share information or cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. State Politics: Maine Democrats are pushing back on a DNC proposal that would restrict ranked-choice voting for 2028 delegate allocation, warning it could keep Maine delegates from being seated. Public Health: Senate President Mattie Daughtry’s vaccine-access law took effect Wednesday, creating a Maine Vaccine Board funding process during financial crises and adding protections for pharmacists. Addiction in Jails: A new Maine Monitor report says county jails spent about $12.6 million last year on addiction and mental health treatment, including medication-assisted care like Suboxone. Crime: A California man was arrested after his mother was bludgeoned to death with a hammer during a visit; prosecutors say he was found with self-inflicted neck injuries. Sports: Greater Southern Maine won the 2026 Maine Legion Senior Championship; Trenton forced a winner-take-all after beating GSM in the state title series. Environment & Wildlife: Wardens are investigating an illegal deer shooting in Mercer and offering $2,000 for tips. Labor: The Maine Monitor staff announced they formed a union, voluntarily recognized by the nonprofit publisher.