Reports of unidentified flying objects in the northeastern U.S. are on the rise, but so far officials have few answers for alarmed residents

Reports of unmanned aircraft have come from a handful of East Coast states. And while federal officials say there’s no cause for concern, demands for answers are growing.

Reports of drones flying near U.S. military installations have prompted questions about whether laws provide strong enough oversight. Proposed legislation could strengthen officials’ options, and a security expert says there’s more that can be done.