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Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke (inset picture) from an undated social media image.

Judge tosses some charges against Fox News leaker, but legal fight continues

A federal judge has dismissed numerous charges against former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke, but he still faces years in prison on the remaining counts.

Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke (inset picture) from an undated social media image.

Suspect in Fox News leaks case accused of hacking FedNet in 2021

The incident took place several years before former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke was accused of stealing footage from Fox News.

Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke (inset picture) from an undated social media image. (Burke photo via LinkedIn, FBI photo by Tim Pierce, Graphic by The Desk)

Journalist asks judge to dismiss hacking charges over Fox News video leaks

Florida journalist Timothy Burke says the government cannot claim that his interception and distribution of Fox News video clips is a crime.

Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke (inset picture) from an undated social media image. (Burke photo via LinkedIn, FBI photo by Tim Pierce, Graphic by The Desk)

Journalism groups walk back support for Fox News leaker

News outlets and press freedom groups are torn between supporting former journalist Timothy Burke and the broadcast TV outlets he allegedly victimized.

Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke (inset picture) from an undated social media image. (Burke photo via LinkedIn, FBI photo by Tim Pierce, Graphic by The Desk)

Timothy Burke may lose lawyers as criminal case proceeds

An attorney representing the Florida journalist said he may need a court-appointed lawyer due to increasing legal fees.

Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke (inset picture) from an undated social media image.

Florida journalist used CBS News password to access Fox News feeds

A Florida journalist under investigation for alleged cybercrime offenses used a password belonging to CBS News to access raw video files belonging to Fox News.