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The New York Times Company v. Spears
Excluding online newspaper articles from Alabama shield law protections would ignore the realities of digital-age journalism.
August 12, 2025
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Chris Young
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With RCFP’s free legal help, WHQR unveils school renovation records
It’s the latest example of RCFP’s work on behalf of local public media outlets across the country.
August 12, 2025
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RCFP urges federal courts to lift restrictions on accessing immigration records
A rule blocks remote access to records filed in immigration cases, complicating journalists’ efforts to cover enforcement actions.
August 12, 2025
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7th Circuit: Indiana’s police ‘buffer zone’ law is unconstitutional
It's the latest victory RCFP attorneys have won on behalf of news outlets challenging the constitutionality of police buffer laws.
August 6, 2025
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Reporters Committee
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Double your donation to RCFP with a matching gift
Did you know that many employers offer a matching-gift program to encourage charitable giving among their employees? Some companies also…
July 29, 2025
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WBIR legal challenge helps shed new light on juvenile murder case
A teenager murdered her father, according to records unsealed after WBIR filed a motion with support from an RCFP attorney.
July 29, 2025
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In re: Unknown
WBIR is fighting for public access to information about a 15-year-old’s murder prosecution.
July 29, 2025
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Chris Young
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Gannett v. Long
A media coalition is challenging the constitutionality of Tennessee's police "buffer zone" law.
July 25, 2025
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Chris Young
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Media coalition sues to block enforcement of Tennessee police ‘buffer zone’ law
It’s the third lawsuit RCFP attorneys have filed on behalf of media coalitions challenging the constitutionality of buffer zone laws.
July 25, 2025
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Ryanair DAC v. Booking.com
A federal court’s interpretation of an anti-hacking statute would harm data journalists.
July 23, 2025
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