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Defense Department readies reorg in research and acquisition office

by Brian Seay

Defense Department officials are gearing up to comply with a new law calling for reorganization of the department’s acquisitions and technology office.

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U.S. approves $295.6 million sale of guns, equipment for Peshmerga fighters

by Brian Seay

The State Department approved a $295.6 million sale of machine guns, mortar systems, trucks, and other military equipment to Iraq on Wednesday.

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Suspect with 13 prior arrests shot during armed robbery

by Jennifer Cruz

Once shots were fired, the second suspect fled from the scene on foot, leaving behind his wounded accomplice, who now faces a few more charges.

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