Sexual harassment

A lawsuit has been filed alleging that Montgomery Central High School and a former teacher failed to protect a student from sexual harassment.

Rep. Chuck Edwards withdrew his reelection bid following allegations of sexual harassment. The House Ethics Committee found 'substantial reason to believe' he violated rules related to harassment and hostile workplaces, though Edwards denied any wrongdoing.

A Rishon Lezion deputy mayor was arrested on suspicion of sexually harassing a city employee. Police conducted a covert probe following a complaint, with investigators describing the alleged misconduct as 'systematic and humiliating' and suspecting more victims.

Rep. Chuck Edwards dropped his re-election bid after the House Ethics Committee recommended his censure over sexual harassment issues. He stated he would complete his current term following the decision.

The House Democratic Women's Caucus demands Rep. Chuck Edwards resign following the House Ethics Committee's finding that he violated rules on sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. The Caucus argues censure, recommended by the Ethics Committee, is insufficient and plans to introduce legislation for harsher penalties for sexual misconduct.

The House Ethics Committee recommended censuring Rep. Chuck Edwards after finding he engaged in unprofessional conduct with two aides, including inappropriate gifts and comments, though he denied the actions were sexual. The committee stated his behavior made the aides uncomfortable and failed to adhere to House rules prohibiting harassment.

The U.S. House Ethics Committee recommends censuring Rep. Chuck Edwards for creating a hostile work environment through inappropriate conduct toward two female staffers. Edwards denies wrongdoing and deleted messages, but the report found evidence of a hostile environment and his awareness of the issue.

The House Ethics Committee recommended censure for Rep. Chuck Edwards after finding he engaged in unprofessional conduct toward two aides, including giving gifts, making appearance-related comments, and sending affectionate notes. Edwards denied the conduct was sexual, but the committee stated it would be seen as such by a reasonable observer.

The House Ethics Committee released a report concluding there is 'substantial reason to believe' GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards violated House rules during a sexual harassment investigation. The committee recommended censure for Edwards.

A House GOP lawmaker is accused of sexually harassing two young female staffers in his office, including providing lavish gifts, making comments about their appearance, and arranging personal events, leading the House Ethics Committee to recommend a censure. The report details persistent unprofessional conduct, with the lawmaker denying intent to make sexual advances but acknowledging staff discomfort.

A House GOP lawmaker is accused of sexually harassing two young female staffers through lavish gifts, personal poems, and inappropriate comments. The House Ethics Committee recommends censure for Rep. Chuck Edwards after finding his conduct violated the House code of conduct.

A Nashik court granted bail to five accused in a TCS sexual harassment and forced conversion case, citing no serious risk of witness tampering or evidence tampering. The decision was based on the court's assessment of the accused's potential behavior if released.

A legislative ethics report has detailed allegations of sexual harassment against Harry Benton, an Illinois state representative. The report highlights extensive claims made against him.

A report from the Illinois Legislative Inspector General found former State Rep. Harry Benton committed two acts of sexual harassment in violation of state law.

An inspector general found that former Illinois Rep. Harry Benton committed two acts of sexual harassment. The findings are detailed in a new report released by the Illinois Legislative Inspector General.

A report from the Legislative Inspector General detailed alleged misconduct by Harry Benton, involving acts of sexual harassment that violated state law. The report also addresses scrutiny of Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch's handling of previous complaints.

A second senior police official in St Paul has accused Democratic mayor Kaohly Her of sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct, creating a sexualized work environment. The allegations follow an earlier complaint by police chief Axel Henry and an ongoing inquiry into her behavior, reported by the Minnesota Star Tribune.

St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her is under investigation for sexual harassment following a complaint from the city's police chief. City leaders have engaged an outside law firm to conduct an independent inquiry into allegations that Her sent inappropriate messages to employees, including members of the police department, according to the New York Times and NBC News.

Da’Jon Hayes-Burr, a 15-year-old Louisville high school student, was shot dead in Shawnee, Kentucky, months after he was stabbed while attempting to protect a 12-year-old girl from sexual harassment.

St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her is under investigation for sexual harassment after a formal complaint was filed with the city. The mayor’s office has declined to comment on the active investigation, and most city council members have also refrained from public statements. A prior harassment complaint against Her in court was dismissed due to lack of evidence.

A trainee IPS officer has been arrested in connection with a sexual harassment case. The incident highlights ongoing issues of misconduct allegations within the organization.

St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry filed a sexual harassment complaint against Mayor Kaohly Her, alleging inappropriate sexual comments and text messages. The complaint, addressed to the city attorney, includes screenshots of messages and claims the behavior extended to other city employees. The mayor's office declined to comment beyond stating confidentiality and process integrity concerns.

A labor union and two female prison employees filed a lawsuit against a U.S. civil rights agency, alleging it unlawfully halted their sexual harassment case as part of a broader suspension of all federal-sector class complaints.

A lawsuit alleges the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has suspended all federal-sector class complaints, including a case by two female prison employees and a labor union against the Federal Bureau of Prisons over claims of widespread sexual harassment. The plaintiffs argue the suspension undermines civil rights protections for federal workers under the EEOC's revised enforcement priorities under President Donald Trump.

A techie was booked into police custody following a sexual harassment allegation by a Dutch woman. The incident involves a Dutch woman accusing the individual of sexual harassment.

Illinois Democrats are considering their next steps following the Harry Benton sexual harassment investigation. Illinois House Speaker Emanuel 'Chris' Welch faces questions about his knowledge of the investigation. Benton resigned after a legislative inspector general report detailed harassment accusations.

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has advised President Cyril Ramaphosa to suspend Judge President Selby Mbenenge pending parliamentary consideration of his impeachment. The case arises from a sexual harassment complaint filed by judges' secretary Andiswa Mengo, marking the first such case against a South African judge.

A headmaster was arrested and a teacher suspended in Tiruvannamalai over alleged sexual harassment. The incident involves two school staff members facing disciplinary and legal actions.

Criminal cases against people’s representatives in Kerala include five facing sexual harassment charges and an IUML leader with 120 BUDS Act cases. The highest number of cases is reported in Thiruvananthapuram, followed by Kasaragod and Kannur.

A sexual harassment case has been registered following a viral video showing a suspect allegedly targeting women passengers on BMTC buses along the Hebbal–Manyata route by touching them inappropriately. Police are actively searching for the suspect.

The Kerala High Court dismissed a sexual harassment case against Boby Chemmanur after the actor involved agreed to resolve the matter amicably, citing his public apology. The court granted Chemmanur’s request to quash the proceedings.

A trainee IPS officer has been accused of sexual harassment and assault by a fellow officer. The alleged harassment, which began in late June, involved sexually abusive messages and derogatory remarks made in front of fellow trainees.

Three men were sentenced in Kalaburagi for raping, abducting, and sexually harassing a 12-year-old girl. The prime accused received 25 years for rape, while two others got three years each for abduction and harassment.

A video from State Representative Fabian Basabe, in which he pledged to resign if allegations against him were proven, has resurfaced after a civil jury found him liable for sexual harassment and battery. Basabe, who represented himself during the trial, was awarded $450,000 in damages to two former staffers and did not address his resignation pledge when contacted by Local 10 News.

The NYPD is criticized for not addressing Inspector Jeremy Scheublin's alleged sexual harassment and assault until a criminal indictment, despite prior allegations and settlements. Prosecutors allege he assaulted a subordinate officer and made racially charged comments, while the NYPD retained him in a supervisory role despite multiple lawsuits totaling $481,000.

A jury found State Rep. Fabian Basabe liable for sexually harassing two former male staffers in a civil trial. Basabe admitted representing himself was a mistake, while political opponents like Lucia Baez Geller and Ashley Litwin Diego are seeking to replace him in District 106. The victims were awarded $450,000.

A Kannada social media influencer was booked for sexual harassment in Bengaluru after an incident during a pub promotion where she allegedly consumed alcohol and behaved inappropriately with a female server.

Florida State Rep. Fabian Basabe is representing himself in a civil trial accused of sexual harassment, battery, and defamation by two former staffers. The mother of one alleged victim testified, describing Basabe's aggressive behavior, while evidence including text messages and tweets is being presented to the jury.

Opening statements began in the civil trial of South Florida lawmaker Fabian Basabe, who is accused by two former employees of sexual harassment, battery, and defamation. Basabe, representing himself in the trial, denies the allegations, citing prior investigations that found no wrongdoing. The Florida House of Representatives is also named as a defendant in the lawsuit.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan restored a headmistress's penalty for negligence in protecting female teachers from harassment and issued strict anti-harassment guidelines for educational institutions. The court emphasized that sexual harassment by colleagues violates workplace dignity and undermines institutional integrity, overturning a lower tribunal's decision to reduce the headmistress's punishment.