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Privacy professionals
fromDataBreaches.Net
4 days ago

Federal judiciary says it is boosting security after cyberattack; researcher finds new leaks - DataBreaches.Net

Federal courts are enhancing security measures for sensitive case documents following increased cyberattacks on their case management system.
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

For my intrepid reporter friends:

Government employees' use of AI in official duties could classify interactions as public records.
#california
#police-misconduct
Public health
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Heat in prison cells

Unsafe temperatures in prison cells due to inadequate air conditioning are reported across nearly half of state prisons in 29 states.
#lawsuit
fromFortune
1 month ago

Texas governor admits his emails with Elon Musk are too 'intimate and embarrassing' to publish

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declines to release emails with Elon Musk, claiming privacy and confidentiality due to their 'intimate and embarrassing' nature.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Texas governor says his emails with Elon Musk are too 'intimate or embarrassing' to release

Governor Greg Abbott's office refuses to release emails to Elon Musk, citing exemption from public disclosure laws.
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Confidential documents in Sheriff Corpus case posted on court website

"Throughout her tenure, Sheriff Corpus has violated laws related to the performance of her duties, flagrantly and repeatedly neglected her duties, and obstructed investigations into her conduct."
US politics
#irish-history
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Missouri Mayor Accuses Local Man of Cyberbullying' Over Online Joke, Gets Sued by Free Speech Nonprofit

Free speech must be protected, including jokes about public officials.
Legal battles may expose more scandals involving Riverview's mayor.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

Georgia Court Rules for Transparency over Private Police Foundation

This decision marks a significant advancement for transparency in Georgia, compelling private entities working closely with public agencies to comply with the Open Records Act.
US politics
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Immigration groups slam new Miami-Dade jail agreement with ICE

The proposed agreement with ICE could hinder efforts to locate inmates awaiting deportation transfers.
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Post makes case for release of confidential report on sheriff

The Daily Post challenges San Mateo County's decision to keep Sheriff Corpus' misconduct report confidential.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Bass wasn't the only one deleting texts during the firestorms. Supervisor Barger did too

"Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger are under scrutiny for deleting critical text communications during the January firestorms, raising transparency concerns."
Los Angeles
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

'Instigative reporter' banned from Worcester City Hall for 'intimidating' behavior, city manager says

David Webb, a reporter, has been banned from Worcester City Hall for what officials claim is intimidating behavior.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Pablo Torre threatens UNC with lawsuit amid his Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson investigation

These are public records requests. I don't know why this should be vague or ambiguous...You get things in exchange for what feels like a reasonable level of transparency.
New England Patriots
Digital life
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Need to relax? The Internet Archive is livestreaming microfiche scans to a lo-fi beats soundtrack

The Internet Archive is livestreaming its document digitization process, showcasing efforts to preserve democracy-related records.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Alameda County taxpayers group settles lawsuit with Oakland over 2022 mayoral election

Oakland has settled a lawsuit for $207,812 regarding election rule violations and record-keeping improvements.
Toronto startup
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Clear Capital launches data solutions business, PropertyNova

PropertyNova integrates public records data for real estate clarity.
New DaaS products aim to unify property-related information across industries.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

He filed an FOI request in 2020 for Toronto police records. After winning 3 appeals, he's still waiting | CBC News

Jelinski's FOI request to Toronto police for Clearview AI records illustrates significant issues with transparency and compliance in handling public information requests.
fromTruthout
3 months ago

FDA Reverses Course, Rehires Staff Handling Public Records After Mass Layoffs

The layoffs decimated the workforce that processes FOIA requests across FDA centers overseeing vaccines, drugs, tobacco, medical devices, and food, leading to significant operational disruptions.
SF food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Seattle officers who attended Jan. 6 rally ask US Supreme Court to keep their identities anonymous

The officers argue that revealing their identities would violate their privacy and deter them from expressing unpopular opinions, posing a threat to free speech.
Privacy professionals
Law
fromMission Local
3 months ago

California's AG is trying to put a prosecutor in prison. It's not Brooke Jenkins.

George Gascón's contrasting view on the prosecution of prosecutors shows a disparity in legal implications based on the use of technology.
fromBKReader
4 months ago

How to Find People with an Address Lookups and Search Tools

Finding a person using an address is possible through public records and online tools.
New England Patriots
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Bill Belichick, girlfriend Jordon Hudson UNC emails revealed with 'predator,' nepotism fears

Bill Belichick's personal communications reveal concerns over social media comments and the implications of hiring his son at UNC.
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