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North Carolina judge quashes media subpoena in murder trial
A federal judge in North Carolina said that the state's media outlets will not have to turn over more than…Categorized in Protecting sources and materials -
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Florida high court expands access in criminal cases
The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday extended a ban on secrecy in civil court cases to criminal proceedings.Categorized in Court access -
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Federal Reserve must give Bloomberg bailout records
A federal appeals court ruled on Friday that the Federal Reserve Board must hand over records about its $2 trillion…Categorized in Freedom of information -
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Georgia House passes bill to exempt crime photos from release
The Georgia House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation Tuesday that will exempt crime scene photos depicting a victim’s dismembered body…Categorized in Freedom of information -
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German court claims jurisdiction in lawsuit against American author
One of Germany's highest appellate courts this month ruled that the country’s courts have long-arm jurisdiction over an American author…Categorized in Libel and privacy -
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Kansas senate committee approves reporter shield legislation
The Kansas Senate Judiciary Committee today agreed to send shield legislation to the state Senate floor for consideration. The bill,…Categorized in Protecting sources and materials -
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Obama says he will veto intelligence bill if too transparent
President Obama warned House Democrats this week that he will veto the intelligence authorization bill if it includes provisions intended…Categorized in Freedom of information -
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Obama’s first year transparency record receives mixed reviews
High-ranking officials within the Obama administration marked Sunshine Week by touting strides the administration has taken to increase government transparency,…Categorized in Freedom of information -
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Appeals court rejects ban on airport news racks
A federal appeals court ruled Monday that a North Carolina airport violated the First Amendment rights of newspapers when it…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Ohio reporter avoids jail after confidential source steps foward
An Ohio county judge rescinded an arrest warrant for a local reporter after his confidential source revealed himself today, The…Categorized in Protecting sources and materials