UI resolves Title IX probe with optional reporting plan
The University of Iowa agrees to further reports through spring 2018 after a voluntary resolution with OCR over gender equity. Investigators found 2015-16 women underrepresented in athletics, noted small softball locker rooms, and hotel stays for football players before events. The university frames the deal as a victory, while critics call it a plea deal with limited accountability.
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Michigan State President Lou Anna Simon resigns amid Nassar case
Michigan State University President Lou Anna Simon announces her resignation citing the need to avoid making the situation about herself. The timing coincides with former Olympic team doctor Larry Nassar receiving a 40 to 175 year prison sentence for sexual abuse of more than 160 girls and women. Survivors and advocates condemn institutional culture and call for accountability, urging policy changes and consequences for enablers.
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Hospitals restrict visits as flu cases spike in Cedar Rapids
Mercy and UIHC hospitals in Cedar Rapids limit visitors to two adults per patient and bar children under 14. St Luke's and Mercy report 5 to 10 flu hospitalizations daily, with 100 to 120 influenza like visits per day at Mercy facilities. CDC notes nearly 3,500 influenza hospitalizations nationwide since Oct 1.
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Lawmakers discuss state employee harassment awards bill
Bowman pushed a bill to allow state employees to receive awarded damages from offenders with the Iowa Attorney General recovering costs. Senate President Whittier reserved comment pending full review. The measure targets hostile work environment cases including sexual harassment and other protected classes.
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