Davenport

Former City Lawyer Alleges Discrimination by Davenport Officials, Sparks Civil Rights Investigation

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DAVENPORT, Iowa — A former municipal attorney has filed a complaint against the city of Davenport, alleging that she faced persistent harassment and discrimination from city officials, which she claims were severe enough to drive her from her position. Mallory Bagby, the attorney in question, submitted a detailed 22-page document to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission outlining her grievances. According to the complaint, Bagby’s departure from city employment was the culmination of ongoing issues after she accused specific city leaders and elected officials of infringing on her civil rights. She identifies herself in the complaint … Read more

Iowa Supreme Court Rules Against Davenport in Lawsuit Over Building Collapse

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Des Moines, Iowa — The Iowa Supreme Buffalo dismissed an appeal by the city of Davenport concerning a lawsuit linked to a building collapse that resulted in three fatalities and injured many. This legal setback underscores the city’s responsibility for damages and safety violations which had been previously contested. In April 2020, a five-story apartment building in downtown Davenport partially collapsed, leading to tragic loss and numerous injuries. Investigations following the incident revealed structural failures and insufficient maintenance, which were argued to be known by city inspectors before the collapse. Families of the victims and … Read more