Reno riots, Chinese coverage lead to problems

Article Abstract:

Instances of harassment against journalists occurred in the US and China during the summer and early fall of 1998. Police in Reno, NV, arrested two photographers who photographed police during a riot. A free-lance producer for CBS was detained in China by the Ministry of State Security as she left her apartment. She was questioned and detained for more than two days. Reporters for Radio Free Asia who planned to report on Pres Bill Clinton's trip to China were denied visas.

China, Nevada, Political aspects, Freedom of the press

---

Putting Food Lion in perspective

Article Abstract:

Newsgathering tort cases, such as libel, in which the plaintiffs sue not because they allege that the press printed false stories or was reckless with the truth but for harmed reputation, do not serve public interest. Such suits penalize the press for attempting to uncover fraud and other harms to the public.

Editorial, Analysis, Cases, Libel and slander, Public interest

---

Journalists face subpoenas, contempt charges

Article Abstract:

Cases involving journalists who have been subject to legal action as a result of their news-gathering activities are discussed.

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Repeat problems. Police shootings. Borderworld
• Abstracts: Court releases names in prostitution probe. Interest in exposing FBI misconduct justifies release of records. Records on state employees' unused sick leave are public
• Abstracts: Pretensions to heroism: how to avoid being fooled by phony military veterans. Hidden dangers: airlines and hazmat
• Abstracts: Dear Analog: a history of brass tacks. Stemming the tide of aging and disease. Brain-machine interfaces
• Abstracts: Public broadcaster not required to accept Klan sponsorship. Photo used to illustrate story does not violate privacy rights

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.