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Bill to reform Illinois eavesdropping law moves forward
An Illinois bill that would decriminalize the audio-recording of police officers engaging in their official duties in public is moving…By rcfpCategorized in Newsgathering -
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Testimony in support of Illinois bill on audio recording of police officers
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press has submitted testimony to the Illinois General Assembly in support of an…By Jenn TopperCategorized in Freedom of information -
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Memphis police investigated for deleting news footage
The Memphis Police Department is investigating a complaint from a photojournalist who was briefly detained by police after he filmed…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Six journalists arrested at Occupy Oakland
At least six journalists were among more than 400 arrested during the Occupy Oakland demonstration in California over the weekend.…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Chicago police officers sued over eavesdropping arrest
A 21-year-old woman acquitted of violating the strict Illinois eavesdropping statute is suing the City of Chicago and three officers…Categorized in Libel and privacy -
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Boston police admit arrest for videotaping was wrong
After standing by their officers for four years, the Boston Police Department admitted officers were wrong when they arrested attorney…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Some journalists still facing charges after Occupy arrests
While many journalists covering "Occupy" protests around the country still face arrest and looming court dates, some are learning that…Categorized in Newsgathering