Guardian laser defense system starts on MD-10 cargo flight
Northrop Grumman equipped an MD 110 cargo jet with its Guardian anti-missile laser, marking the first operational testing in routine commercial service from Los Angeles International Airport. Nine freighters will participate through March 2008 as part of DHS Counter Portable Air Defense Systems program to defend passenger airliners.
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Snow and ice hit Basin as Odessa Midland braces for colder blast
The arctic chill arrives bringing snow across Basin. By 9 p.m. a white coating covered rooftops and vehicles while roads grew slick. Officials warned of worsening conditions overnight with a 31 degree high expected today and continued chances of snow.
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Craddick Wins House Speaker Race Tests Local Unity
Dissension over committee assignments may follow Craddick victory as West warns of potential retaliation. They’ve clashed since 1999 over bills and museum funding, with West’s foes predicting a future penalty for defying Craddick. Local officials say COOP issues in the region remain intact.
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Longing to Help Cancer Patient Family Seeks Support
Knox and Ramos families share gratitude for community aid at MCH as Tammy Ramos praises fourth floor care. A fundraiser aims to cover medical bills and allow the patient to stay with family, with hopes for enough to enable an extreme home makeover and a return home to the farm.
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