Texas scholar links Flint water crisis to Iowa and beyond
Robert Bullard, renowned environmental justice advocate, speaks at the University of Iowa Englert Theatre about Flint and similar inequities. He notes low income and minority communities face higher risks from lead in water and industrial siting, urging systemic solutions.
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Uncertain Link in Flint Lead Case Complicates Lawsuits
Luke Ward drives to shower at a relative’s and haul water home while his 2-year-old daughter shows irritability. Lawyers face difficulty proving water caused injuries amid sovereign immunity defenses, with up to 1,800 residents pursuing suits over Flint River lead contamination and possible compensation strategies.
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Court hearing set in Iowa City tenant class action over carpet cleaning fees
A May 3 hearing in Johnson County District Court will probe a class-action accusing Iowa City Real tor Tracy Barkalow and Big Ten Property Management of illegal automatic carpet cleaning clauses and charging for damages. The 2010 to 2012 leases cover about 160 renters. a related suit targets Apartments Downtown.
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Michigan governor vows to drink Flint water for 30 days
Governor Rick Snyder pledged to drink filtered Flint water for 30 days to show safety as he faces pressure over the lead crisis. He visited residents including a homeowner with high lead readings and said the gesture aims to ease skepticism and mistrust. The state extended Flint's emergency by four months to bolster funds and coordination.
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