Polygraphs are not allowed as evidence in most U.S. courts, but they're routinely used in police investigations, and the Defense Department relies heavily on them for security screening. Bill Dedman allowcourtdefense Change image and share on social
For the first six years of his career, Sammy Sosa was one of the least patient players in the game. He could hit the long ball and steal a base, but he was undisciplined. Bill Dedman ballbasecareer Change image and share on social
Forty states have sued tobacco companies over the costs of health care for residents on Medicaid and public assistance. Bill Dedman assistancecarecompany Change image and share on social
Mohammed al-Qahtani was not alleged to be a leader of the Sept. 11 plot. He was not trained as a pilot. If he was involved, he was one of the 'muscle' hijackers. Bill Dedman allegehijackerinvolve Change image and share on social
The real Representative McDermott said Jason McDermott is no relation. The Congressman does have a son, but his name is James and he does not live in the Midwest. Bill Dedman congressmanjamejason Change image and share on social
Groups that work in black neighborhoods around the country have contended that much of subprime lending is 'predatory lending.' Bill Dedman blackcontendcountry Change image and share on social
Groups that advocate open government have argued that it's vital to know the names of White House visitors, who may have an outsized influence on policy matters. Bill Dedman advocatearguegovernment Change image and share on social
Even with good maps, there's no guarantee that the public will get the word about landslide hazards, or that state and local governments will take action to discourage or prevent building in dangerous areas. Bill Dedman actionareabuild share on social
In Illinois, where legislators are paid $45,000, plus as much as $10,000 for leadership work, about half are full-time politicians. Bill Dedman 000fullhalf Change image and share on social
In Los Angeles, the Police Department buys a 40-foot refrigerated trailer truck every six months just to hold DNA evidence. Bill Dedman angelesbuydepartment Change image and share on social
