*A judge refused Friday to allow media outlets immediate access to sealed court records and transcripts in the R. Kelly child pornography trial, reports the Associated Press.

      In denying the motion from news organizations, Judge Vincent Gaughan said he's not trying to block the press. But he says the time isn't right to release the information and keeping it secret is the only way to guarantee a fair trial.

      Opening arguments are scheduled to begin tomorrow in the case that has languished in the courts for six years. Kelly has pleaded not guilty to charges he videotaped himself having sex with an underage girl.

      Jury selection in the R&B singer's trial finished last week.