Definition of News

San Juan County, District 40

Group definition of news: Any kind of information that would be of any importance to anyone, can be given to anybody by anyone with any credibility. 

Libel

San Juan County, District 40

We thought the Harte-Hanks Communications v. Connaughton was a very interesting case. It brought up many cases of malice against Connaughton such as questionable sources, the lack of reliable advice, taped evidence to the contrary, and Connaughton's statements to the contrary. This is a good example of libel, because it was making Connaughton's reliability in his profession. 

Definition of Media

San Juan County, District 40

Group definition of media: The service that conveys information, via internet, television, magazines, newspapers, radio, or other means to the public.