1. Luigi Mangione, the suspected killer of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, released his first public statement Friday on his own website, thanking supporters. He has raised nearly $300,000 for his defense, pleaded not guilty, and is set to appear in court this Friday. (HP)
2. MSAD 75 has ended Mt. Ararat High School’s boys’ hockey season after bullying allegations. The head coach has resigned, and officials say the team environment became too volatile to continue safely. (WMTW)
3. Trump signed an executive order imposing 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, effective March 12. Maine brewers warn that this could increase local craft beer prices, as most aluminum for cans is sourced from Canada. (WGME)
4. Central Maine Power warns of possible outages Monday as strong winds could bring down trees weighed by snow and ice. Crews are ready at all 12 service centers. (WGME)
5. Steph Curry is your 2025 NBA All-Star Game MVP. Mac McClung jumped a KIA and won his 3rd consecutive dunk contest. Miami’s Tyler Herro won his first 3-point contest and prevented Milwaukee’s Damian Lillard from winning the event for the third consecutive season. (USAToday)
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