Maine Politics: Three “ICE Out of Maine” laws take effect today, aiming to limit local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protect tenants’ privacy, and restrict ICE activity around schools and state healthcare—passed after a January ICE surge. U.S. Senate Race: Maine’s socialism debate is heating up as a UNH poll finds 39% of Mainers view socialism positively (45% negative), with the term tied to Troy Jackson and Susan Collins’ campaign attacks. Climate & Fisheries: NOAA says the Gulf of Maine ecosystem remains unstable despite a temporary slowdown in warming, warning that lobster and scallop dependence leaves ports exposed and urging fishermen to diversify. Public Safety: Lewiston launches a Community Engagement and Accountability initiative to curb youth gun violence, seeking $200,000 for overtime and expanded patrols after recent shootings. Health: Maine is seeing a surge in salmonella infections linked to backyard poultry, with CDC-style reminders to wash hands and avoid close contact with birds. Weather/Region: Flooding risk remains high as heavy rain shifts toward New England, with watches and flash-flood warnings in parts of eastern New York and beyond. Local Notes: A Searsport teen suffered serious burns after a grease fire while trying to extinguish a pot. Community Calendar: Forest Heritage Days returns to Greenville Aug. 6–8, and Rockland’s library hosts a poetry reading Aug. 5.