The U.S. Justice Department recognized four Maryland federal prosecutors this month for their criminal case work. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Stuart A. Berman and Michael R. Pauz� received "Superior Performance" awards for their work on a Prince George's County public corruption case, Maryland U.S. Attorney Rod J. Rosenstein said in a statement, while Robert H. Harding and Michael C. Hanlon won for their efforts prosecuting four gang members who committed five Baltimore murders. The men were among 146 people celebrated for their professional dedication to the department. "Their accomplishments have advanced the interests of justice on behalf of the American people," Attorney General Eric Holder said in a statement.

- Tricia Bishop