An investigation by msnbc.com shows that the CDC routinely takes as long as a month - and sometimes as long as nine… — Bill Dedman Death Copy Share Image
In Montana, where Sen. William Andrews Clark made his fortune and lost his reputation, people had assumed that all his children were… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
The real Representative McDermott said Jason McDermott is no relation. The Congressman does have a son, but his name is James and… — Bill Dedman Congressman Copy Share Image
About 100 firefighters a year die in the line of duty in the U.S. Heart attacks on the job and vehicle accidents… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
NBC News found that FEMA has redrawn maps even for properties that have repeatedly filed claims for flood losses from previous storms.… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
There's a longstanding tradition that journalists don't cheer in the press box. They have opinions, like anyone else, but they are expected… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
There is no accurate or useful 'profile' of students who engage in targeted school violence. Some come from good homes, some from… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
The senior thesis of Hillary D. Rodham, Wellesley College class of 1969, has been speculated about, spun, analyzed, debated, criticized and defended.… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Nuclear power plants built in the areas usually thought of as earthquake zones, such as the California coastline, have a surprisingly low… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Federal agencies that own bridges have some of the worst records for on-time inspections. Nearly 3,000 bridges owned by U.S. government agencies… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
The Manhattan district attorney has closed the well-publicized investigation of the handling of the $300 million fortune of reclusive heiress Huguette Clark… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Groups that advocate open government have argued that it's vital to know the names of White House visitors, who may have an… — Bill Dedman Advocate Copy Share Image
More than 30 of America's 100 nuclear power reactors have the same brand of General Electric reactors or containment system used in Fukushima. — Bill Dedman America Copy Share Image
State and federal laws protect whistle-blowers, those who refuse to do something illegal, and workers who file claims for workers' compensation. — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
A CBS spokesman said the network's policy was tightened in September 2006 to forbid contributions to political campaigns. Previously, there was a… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Fans love Sosa for his exuberance, for the kisses he blows to his mother, wife and four children. He is Slammin' Sammy,… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
MSNBC policy requires journalists to report any potential conflict of interest and to seek approval from the president of NBC News before… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
John Glenn's father, known as Herschel, was mostly deaf from injuries in World War I. To help out at home, young Glenn… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
After a plane or train crash, the National Transportation Safety Board dispatches its experts within two hours. The investigators in their familiar… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
What are the odds that a nuclear emergency like the one at Fukushima Dai-ichi could happen in the central or eastern United… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
The Federal Highway Administration has allowed states to take advantage of a loophole in federal regulations, delaying bridge inspections to every four… — Bill Dedman Administration Copy Share Image
Many police departments still use DNA evidence the way they have used fingerprints and tire tracks: to determine whether a suspect committed… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
While the House of Blues slogan has been 'In blues we trust,' its stages are usually filled with more reliable moneymakers -… — Bill Dedman Adventure Copy Share Image
As more workers lose manufacturing jobs as companies cut back, some are being forced into lower-paying retail jobs. But they still have… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Many company policies restrict use of E-mail, limit access to offensive Web sites and prohibit disclosure of confidential information. Few policies, if… — Bill Dedman Access Copy Share Image
If police officers routinely issue tickets for the most serious traffic offenses, they'll be treating drivers of all races, sexes, and ages… — Bill Dedman Age Copy Share Image
Sammy Sosa grew up without a father in the back of a converted public hospital in San Pedro de Macoris, a dusty… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Reggie Campbell and Kathleen Goldsmith are participants in an American success story, the unprecedented boom of home-buying by African-Americans in the 1990s.… — Bill Dedman African americans Copy Share Image
After Huguette Clark died in 2011 at age 104, 19 relatives challenged her will, claiming she was mentally ill and had been… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Although the number of manufacturing jobs in the United States has stagnated, dropping 12 percent from a high in the early 1980s,… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Relaxing at home in his 55th-floor condominium before a game, Sammy Sosa is the same as at the ball park: focused but… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Fans love McGwire for his powerful physique, for his on-field hugs of his son, the part-time bat boy. He is Big Mac,… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Todd Palin's frequent presence in the governor's office led some in Juneau to call him the 'Shadow Governor.' But it had never… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
A foundation representing firefighters who die in the line of duty is calling for Congress to strip the Centers for Disease Control… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
New flood maps in many states have raised the estimation of flood risks along rivers, streams and oceans, adding many properties to… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Polygraphs are not allowed as evidence in most U.S. courts, but they're routinely used in police investigations, and the Defense Department relies… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
William Andrews Clark was caught in a bribery scandal during a campaign for the U.S. Senate - he was said to describe… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
At one point, Sarah Palin sent her husband instructions to stock up on 'fresh fruit and veggies' for the kids, and 'as… — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
Unlike the United States Congress, which mostly forbids outside employment, state legislatures are generally composed of people with other careers. — Bill Dedman Copy Share Image
“Though the platitude—money can’t buy happiness—may be comforting to those who are less than well heeled, great wealth doesn’t ensure sadness either.” — Bill Dedman Money Copy Share Image
