State settles cancer patient death suit against Iowa university
Iowa City based case finalizes after two years of litigation over the 2019 death of 75 year old Bettendorf resident Bounthath Phetsomphou following cancer surgery at the University of Iowa. The $1.5 million settlement, approved by the Iowa Board of Appeals, covers alleged monitoring and transfer failures in the post operative period.
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Hinson to host telephone town hall in Iowa
Republican U S Representative Ashley Hinson of Marion will lead a telephone town hall at 6 45 p m tonight. She announced the event on her official Facebook page and will share updates on congressional work and take questions. Dial in at 833 364 1469 or sign up before noon to receive a callback.
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Transgender Iowa student bathroom suit dismissed by judge
A transgender father in Iowa City dropped his February lawsuit against the Iowa City Community School District policy restricting bathroom use by gender identity. The case sparked action that led lawmakers to remove gender identity as a protected class from the Iowa Civil Rights Act. The ACLU defended the plaintiff while state officials signaled potential enforcement changes.
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Gazette contact and delivery rates notice
The Gazette announces publication details and subscription rates including $9 per week and $491.50 per year for in state delivery with digital access. Out of state delivery is $653.60 per year. Mailing address for changes and contact numbers provided.
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