1. Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is set to appear in federal court today in New York, facing narco-terrorism, drug trafficking and weapons charges. U.S. prosecutors allege he led a decades-long cocaine operation. Maduro and his wife were captured in a U.S. military operation last week. (WMTW)
2. A Maine apparel company says Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was wearing one of its pullovers after his arrest. Origin USA of Farmington claims a DEA agent gave him the shirt and has since leaned into the attention, posting about it on social media and promoting the product. (WGME)
3. A new Maine law now allows families to sue people who dox minors by sharing their private information online. The law gives parents and guardians a civil path to action when a child’s personal details are released intentionally or recklessly. Lawmakers say it’s a first step toward stronger protections against online harassment. (WGME)
4. Portland Nordic has launched a pilot program to make snow at Payson Park, promoting healthy and active lifestyles through cross-country skiing. The nonprofit is raising funds for snowmaking equipment to keep winter recreation reliable despite unpredictable winters. (WMTW)
5. The NFL has reached the playoffs. Wildcard Weekend will feature six games featuring teams fighting to get to the Divisional Round. The Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks have bye weeks as the top teams in the AFC and NFC. Sunday, January 11 Patriots face the Chargers in New England 8:15pm on NBC/Peacock.
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