Home > Topics > Press   Overview> By Lee Levine Lawyer, Levine Sullivan & Koch In the United States, the government may not prevent the publication of a newspaper, even when there is reason to believe that it is about to reveal information that will endanger our national security. FULL STORY> AP lifts brief ban on Pentagon photos after assurances Military had released picture with an altered background; says that practice will be avoided. 11.24.08   D.C. Circuit throws out contempt order, fines against reporter Court says Toni Locy's case raised 'close questions' about evidentiary rules and First Amendment; meanwhile, judge orders release of Hatfill search warrant info. 11.18.08 Last system update: Thursday, December 4, 2008 | 16:14:07  SEARCH  MORE press topics > Freedom of Information issues Libel & defamation Prior restraint Broadcasting Shield laws Gag orders Cameras in the courtroom Courtroom access State constitutions Journalist access HIPAA & newsgathering Privacy & newsgathering Blogging Criminal libel