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UW weighs whether to revoke a notorious child molester’s Ph.D.
New self-plagiarism allegations have complicated a yearslong debate about whether to rescind serial predator Patrick O’Donnell’s doctorate.
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Whatcom County to investigate handling of sexual harassment case
The county executive acknowledged an “error in judgment” after a Cascade PBS report revealed a letter supporting the accused former director.
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Whatcom County official refuses calls to resign, welcomes inquiry
Local leaders questioned handling of sexual harassment complaints and a $225,000 settlement, as revealed in a recent Cascade PBS investigation.
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Whatcom County paid $225K to settle sexual harassment complaints
Multiple women accused a public works director of inappropriate conduct. Officials helped him get a new job by agreeing not to share the allegations.
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Washington UTC chair who used racial slur asked to resign
An investigation found two commissioners allegedly used derogatory language, disregarded harassment complaints and failed to advance equity policies.