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Secret Report Spends $1.2M, Judge Blocks Release | Raleigh News
UNC dropped nearly $1.2 million on a 400-page probe into its controversial new School of Civic Life and Leadership—allegations of misconduct and dodgy hiring. But a judge just shut the door on public access, ruling the entire report exempt from disclosure—even though it was paid for by taxpayers. Six media outlets, arguing it’s a public record, are stunned and calling the decision “inexplicable,” saying they’ve never seen anything like it in 50 years of FOIA battles. The school, which sparked debate since launching last year amid faculty turmoil, says it remains confident in its leadership…
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