'Homophobic Club Hub' + School Dance Sexual Assaults: MD Top News

MARYLAND — Three students were disciplined after a teacher found a "Homophobic Club Hub" presentation on a computer. Another school saw several sexual assaults at its dance.

A police officer had sex with a suspect, and a doctor was accused of rape. Plus, authorities said one suspect used dating apps to lure his victims. Fatal boat crash charges rounded out the top crime news.

Patch spotlighted a 102-year-old veteran seeking more visibility for Black soldiers and highlighted legislators who are considering stronger social media regulations for kids. A Marylander will race in the Daytona 500, and a restaurant closed.

Here are some of Maryland's biggest stories of the week:

'Homophobic Club Hub' At Middle School Brings Punishment For Students

A teacher at Earle B. Wood Middle School in Rockville reported finding a presentation for a "Homophobic Club Hub" on a student's Chromebook.

String Of Sexual Assaults Reported At Aberdeen School Dance: Police

A middle school dance ended after parents arrived when several girls reported they had been inappropriately touched, Aberdeen police said.

Cop Has Sex With Woman He Arrested, Faces Prison Time: Prosecutor

A 33-year-old Fairmount Heights police officer has been sentenced to prison for having sex at the police station with a woman he arrested.

Rape, Sexual Assault Charges Filed Against Silver Spring Doctor

Police arrested a 58-year-old doctor and accused him of raping and sexually assaulting his patients at a Silver Spring urgent care facility.

Dating App Used In Rapes, Armed Robbery To Lure Victims: Police

A Brandywine man faces charges after police say he used dating apps to arrange dates where he raped one man at gunpoint and carjacked another.

Fatal Boat Crash Suspect Charged With Anne Arundel Manslaughter: WJZ

A fatal boat crash suspect was charged with manslaughter, WJZ said. The wreck killed a lacrosse player for Anne Arundel Community College.

102-Year-Old Veteran Seeks More Visibility For Black Soldiers

A 102-year-old veteran from Columbia wants Black soldiers to receive more recognition for their dedication to protecting the United States.

Tougher Social Media Rules For Kids Proposed By MD Lawmakers

Lawmakers unveiled the Maryland Age-Appropriate Design Code Act this week, which would improve privacy and online safety for kids.

NASCAR's Daytona 500 Will Feature Annapolis Native Travis Pastrana

Action sports star Travis Pastrana will race in NASCAR's Daytona 500. The Anne Arundel County native jumped over Ego Alley in a car in 2020.

Bibibop Asian Grill Closes Bethesda Row Restaurant After 6 Years

Bibibop Asian Grill, a fast-casual restaurant, closed its Bethesda Row location last weekend. The eatery had been there since 2017.

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Business

• Rockville Mid-Sized Employer Ranks Among America's Best On Forbes List
• Clark Construction Ranks Among Best Mid-Sized Employers On Forbes List

Fire

• Couple Married 20 Years Dies In House Fire: Prince George's Fire Dept.
• Pediatric Doctor's Office Catches On Fire: Prince George's Fire Dept.
• 1 Injured, 15 Displaced In Fire At Silver Spring Apartment Building

Crime

• Man Convicted Of Rape, Assault Of Woman Who Gave Him A Ride: Court
• Sex Offense Suspect Arrested After Barricade In Annapolis: Police
• Hatchet Used In Attack Of 83-Year-Old Woman At Her Home: Laurel Police
• Sexual Solicitation Of A Minor Charge Levied Against Mount Airy Man

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