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Iraqis dismiss allegations against AP photographer
An Iraqi judicial committee on Monday dismissed charges against Associated Press photographer Bilal Hussein and ordered him released. AP President…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Survey: federal and state subpoenas on the rise
A new survey shows that more and more reporters are facing subpoenas seeking information obtained following a promise of confidentiality.…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Illinois photogs can again access high school events
After a year-long battle, Illinois newspapers can again freely photograph state high school championship events after striking a deal with…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Detroit mayor's lawyer arranged secret agreement
An attorney testified during a city council inquiry today that embattled Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s lawyer acted to evade a…Categorized in Freedom of information -
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Colorado high court orders indictment unsealed
The Colorado Supreme Court decided to unseal an indictment against a man suspected in the disappearance of his young daughter.…Categorized in Court access -
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DOJ takes Fox to court over FCC fines
Following Fox Broadcasting Co.’s announcement at the end of last month that it would not comply with FCC fines, the Justice…Categorized in Content restrictions -
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Hawaii shield law passes key Senate committee
Hawaii moved closer to enacting a shield law when the Senate Judiciary Committee passed HB 2557 on April 3. A…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Court says Web site not immune under Section 230
A federal court of appeals ruling limiting the scope of protection under the Communications Decency Act will not drastically affect…Categorized in Content restrictions -
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Zimbabwe update: NYTimes reporter out on bail
New York Times reporter Barry Bearak was released on bail Monday after being taken into custody last week by Zimbabwe…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Zimbabwe update: NYTimes reporter in police custody
New York Times reporter Barry Bearak was taken into custody by Zimbabwe police on Thursday. In a statement released late…Categorized in Newsgathering