Lockheed Martin reaches deal to buy Sikorsky Aircraft

Jul 20, 2015
The world’s largest defense contractor could gain more influence with the Pentagon.

Weighing the economics of airing a live car chase

May 8, 2015
Balancing the demand for drama and the potential danger.
Motorists wave as police cars pursue the Ford Bronco (white, R) driven by Al Cowlings, carrying fugitive murder suspect O.J. Simpson, on a 90-minute slow-speed car chase June 17, 1994 on the 405 freeway in Los Angeles, California.
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Putting limits on helicopter noise

Jun 22, 2012
According to Democratic Congressman Howard Berman, helicopter noise in Southern California is getting way too loud and frequent, and that's why he's pushing for new federal regulations.