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The Associated Press et al. v. U.S. Department of State
The Associated Press and one of its reporters are represented by RCFP attorneys.By evespaCategorized in Freedom of information -
Why journalists should care about military involvement in domestic law enforcement
RCFP has received questions regarding the implications for journalists of using the military for civilian law enforcement.Categorized in Newsgathering
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With free legal support from ProJourn, InvestigateWest scrutinizes Jehovah’s Witnesses child abuse policies
"We couldn’t do the journalism that we’re doing without ProJourn," said InvestigateWest's Wilson Criscione.Categorized in ProJourn
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Reporters Committee announces $1.25 million from Press Forward in new grant support for Local Legal Initiative
The investment powers expanded legal capacity to meet the needs of local newsrooms.Categorized in Announcements
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RCFP urges Massachusetts lawmakers to pass reporter’s shield bill
The legislation would protect journalists from being compelled to identify confidential sources in legal proceedings.By lserinoCategorized in Protecting sources and materials -
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U.S. v. Burke
RCFP is urging a federal court to reject the government's argument in Timothy Burke's wiretapping case.By Chris YoungCategorized in Newsgathering -
Reporters Committee announces $1 million grant from Henry Luce Foundation for pro bono legal services
“We are honored to be one of the first organizations selected by the Henry Luce Foundation to receive this grant.”Categorized in Announcements
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Judge: Chattanooga City Council redistricting meetings violated Tennessee Open Meetings Act
The Chattanooga Times Free Press, represented by RCFP attorneys, sued the city council for secretly discussing new voting boundaries.Categorized in Local Legal Initiative
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Nexstar Media, Inc. v. Pennsylvania State Police
An RCFP attorney is representing the outlet in its fight to access police bodycam and dashcam footage.By Chris YoungCategorized in Freedom of information -
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Towne v. Allegheny County
RCFP is urging a Pennsylvania court to allow the release of unredacted 2020 election records.By lserinoCategorized in Freedom of information