R. Kelly has been fighting those child pornography charges in a Chicago courtroom this month, but the media's not learning much because of the crazy secrecy measures imposed by the judge presiding over the case!
Kelly was charged in 2002 for having sex with and videotaping a 'encounter' with an underaged gal from the Chicago area.
The singer has pleaded not guilty.
The Sun-Times and the Chicago Tribune have intervened in the case this week, objecting to secrecy measures imposed by the judge. The newspapers want the judge to release court filings that are under seal, stop closing hearings to the public, and release transcripts to three closed-door hearings held this month.
Another closed-door hearing in case is happening today, Friday.
The judge could likely delay dealing with the news media challenge until May 8, one day before jury selection is to begin.
We hate secrets!
We want news now!
Is R. Kelly trying to work out a deal so he doesn't have to go through a trial?
Imagine what a circus that would be!
[Image via Mavrix Online.]
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