Jan. 6 Participant Sentenced + Troopers Sue State Police: MD Top News

MARYLAND — A Jan. 6 participant from Maryland was sentenced to probation. Plus, troopers are suing the state police and alleging racial discrimination.

In brighter news, three Montgomery County businesses are celebrating milestones. Statewide stories unpacked lagging test scores and the mass transit plan from a gubernatorial nominee. Another political article featured a candidate who cleaned up a mural after her campaign sign was stolen and used to deface the painting.

Here are the biggest stories of the week:

Judge Gives Probation To MD Jan. 6 Rioter, Citing Autism Diagnosis

Nicholas Rodean of Frederick, who was photographed beside QAnon Shaman Jacob Chansley, broke a window and entered the Capitol Jan. 6.

3 Troopers Sue MD State Police For Racial Discrimination: Lawsuit

The lawsuit comes three months after the Department of Justice launched an investigation into Maryland State Police hiring practices.

Rockville's Collingswood Named One Of Best Nursing Homes 2023

The lawsuit comes three months after the Department of Justice launched an investigation into Maryland State Police hiring practices.

Lovisa Boutique Moving Into Westfield Montgomery Mall In Bethesda

Lovisa, a fashion jewelry boutique, will be on Level 1 of Westfield Montgomery Mall and is now hiring, Robert Dyer @ Bethesda Row reported.

District Falafel Getting Ready To Open At Bethesda's Westlake Crossing

The interior of the new District Falafel restaurant in Bethesda appears completely finished, Robert Dyer @ Bethesda Row reported.

Achievement Tests Show COVID Toll On MD Students, Especially In Math

The "Nation's Report Card" shows Maryland students experienced setbacks in math and reading proficiencies due to the COVID pandemic.

Moore Promises MARC Train Investments, Balks At High-Speed Rail

Wes Moore prefers to invest in commuter trains over high-speed rail. The Democratic governor's nominee outlined his Maryland transit plans.

Haire Restores Mural Of Late Annapolis Rapper After Stolen Campain Sign Damages It

A candidate restored a mural of a late Annapolis rapper after a stolen campaign sign damaged the painting. She apologized and cleaned it up.

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Kids And Family

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Crime

• Guilty Verdicts In Edgewood Townhome Fire That Killed 4 Residents
• Teacher Charged In Sex Abuse Of Former Student: Police
• Silver Spring Teen Charged In Sexual Assaults At Bethesda Gym: Police
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