"Federal Investigation Launched into Bullying Claims at Owasso Public Schools Following Nex Benedict's Death"

The US Department of Education has launched an investigation into allegations of bullying at an Oklahoma high school following the death of Nex Benedict, a non-binary teen. The investigation stems from claims that the school district failed to appropriately respond to instances of harassment and discrimination. Benedict's family has called for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal altercation, which occurred in a women's bathroom. The case has drawn attention to the issue of school bullying and discrimination, prompting federal authorities to examine the school's compliance with Title IX and Title II protections.