<p>Maine had 21 homicides in 2025, and we take a look at them. Guns and domestic violence continue to be the dominant themes, with mental health issues also a troubling contributing factor.</p> <p>From people who know each other all too well, to the bizarre seemingly random shooting of a guy on his motorcycle, there are 21 stories of lives lost that may resonate with you, no matter where you live.</p> <p>We also take a quick look at Maine&#8217;s biennial domestic violence homicide report, and what it says about how the public, police and the media perceive domestic homicide, and how that adds to the problem.</p> <p>To check out Maureen’s Maine-based Bernadette &#8220;Bernie&#8221; O&#8217;Dea mystery novels, including the award-winning (seriously!) Dying for News, <strong><a href="https://www.maureenmilliken.com/">click here</a></strong>.</p> <p>Looking for a cool Crime &amp; Stuff T-Shirt, or another cool shirt designed by Rebecca? Check out her Bonfire shirt site, <strong><a href="https://www.bonfire.com/store/rmilliken-fine-folk-art/">by clicking here</a></strong>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>