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IRE urges the release of Nashville reporter by federal immigration authorities

IRE urges the release of Estefany Rodríguez, a reporter with Nashville Noticias and Univision 42 Nashville, whose coverage has included immigration enforcement. She was taken into custody while in a marked news vehicle, according to Nashville Noticias.

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Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc. is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of investigative reporting. IRE was formed to create a forum in which journalists throughout the world could help each other by sharing story ideas, newsgathering techniques and news sources.

IRE provides members access to thousands of reporting tipsheets and other materials through its Resource Center and hosts conferences and specialized training across the country. Programs of IRE include the National Institute for Computer-Assisted Reporting (NICAR), a collaboration between IRE and the Missouri School of Journalism.

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IRE announces 50th Anniversary Task Force
March 6, 2024 | Comments Off on IRE announces 50th Anniversary Task Force

(March 6, 2024) COLUMBIA, Missouri — Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE), the largest professional journalism association in the United States, is launching a new initiative to mark the upcoming 50th anniversary of its founding. The nonprofit organization, which will reach the milestone in 2025, has created a special task force to plan events to celebrate…

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NICAR24: Things to do in Baltimore
February 28, 2024 | Comments Off on NICAR24: Things to do in Baltimore

Here’s your NICAR24 travel guide for dining, nightlife and sightseeing in Baltimore during free time outside of conference sessions.

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Get ready for Sunshine Week
February 28, 2024 | Comments Off on Get ready for Sunshine Week

IRE is proud to partner with Sunshine Week to help shine a light on the importance of public records and open government.

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