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Last weekend, a Somali-American teenager was found dead after police responded to a 911 call of shots fired, part of a broader trend of increased gun violence in the area.

While the state's Latino population is still one of the smallest in the country, it's increased by roughly 75% since 2010.

Some Mainers from immigrant families say many preexisting categories don't fully represent their identities.

While some new immigrants are able to get on their feet fairly quickly, others can face headwinds based on language barriers and access to training opportunities.

The state revoked the lodging license for all but five of the motel's 128 rooms, finding they were being used for long-term stays. A follow-up inspection by the city found code violations including a cockroach infestation and improperly registered rooms.

Even as many churches in Maine and across the country face declining membership, the state has a growing number of churches run by and serving African immigrant communities.

Nigeria lost to Ivory Coast in the championship match of the African Cup of Nations, but game day was a chance for Maine's small Nigerian community to come together around a beloved sport and familiar food.

A report released earlier this month proposes a sponsorship program pairing immigrants with medical backgrounds with Maine's teaching hospitals.

#WeOutside launched this summer with weekly canoeing, hiking, and swimming trips, and will continue into the fall and winter.

After fleeing death threats back home, he said he can now live the life he always wanted to, but knows many others are still at risk.