1. Blizzard conditions expected along the Maine and New Hampshire coasts today, with heavy snow and wind gusts up to 50 miles per hour making travel nearly impossible at times. Snow tapers off late Monday night, but coastal flooding and dangerous visibility are major concerns through the evening. (WMTW)

2. Central Maine Power has extra crews on standby ahead of today’s blizzard, warning strong winds over 50 miles per hour could slow restoration efforts. Officials say falling trees are the biggest outage threat and are urging residents to prepare now and stay away from downed lines. (WMTW) * school vacation extended for the kids check WMTW.com for a full list of cancellations.

3. A 65-year-old Rockland man is facing felony charges after police say he drove a plow truck toward about 75 protesters at Chapman Park, sending snow and ice into the crowd and knocking some people down. More charges could be added at arraignment. (PH)

4. New Census data shows nearly half of Maine renters are spending more than they should on housing — over 30 percent of their income. The statewide median rent is $1,139, but in Cumberland County it’s climbed to nearly $1,600, the highest in the state. (WMGE)

5. Team USA has officially captured its most successful Winter Olympics performance ever. A thrilling victory in men’s hockey over rival Canada secured the final gold medal for the Americans. Team USA finishes the Milan-Cortina Games with 12 gold medals. This sets a new national record for the most first-place finishes at a single Winter Olympics. The United States ends the 2026 Games with 33 total medals, including 11 silver and 11 bronze. The U.S. came in second place to Norway, which took home 41 total medals. (Forbes)

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