Celebrating Veterans Day: How these organizations are helping empower our vets
This Veterans Day, LiveNow from FOX spoke with the people helping to empower veterans with resources they need to thrive. Here’s a look at what they do.
Minnesota Korean War veteran still waits for Purple Heart medal after 70 Years
Earl Meyer remembers in vivid detail when his platoon came under heavy fire during the Korean War -- he still has shrapnel embedded in his thigh. But over 70 years later, the 96-year-old is still waiting for the U.S. Army to recognize his injury and to award him a Purple Heart medal.
Care Force: Transitioning from military to civilian life
In this FOX 7 Care Force, FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren chats with William Toti, a retired Navy Captain whose new book "From CO to CEO" chronicles one veteran's take on the transition from military to civilian life.
Over $6.4M in grants awarded to 24 Central Texas veteran service organizations
The funding will help provide services to more than 5,300 area veterans and their families across 30 counties.
Central Texas veterans honored in 86th annual Austin Honor Flight
An opportunity of a lifetime. Friday morning, 41 area veterans flew out from Austin-Bergstrom to Washington D.C. to visit the war memorials built in their honor.
How a government shutdown will affect veterans
Veterans should prepare for some services to be cut until the shutdown ends.
WWII veteran hoping for 100 cards for her 100th birthday
A World War II veteran from North Texas is hoping others will help her celebrate her 100th birthday.
Rockne, Texas celebrates World War II veteran with annual homecoming parade
Rockne, Texas' annual homecoming parade, held on Saturday morning, was dedicated to one special man this year: Arthur Goertz, a soon-to-be 100-year-old World War II veteran who fought in the Marshall Islands and is an active member in the Rockne community.
Texas now has the highest veteran population in the country
Texas has now surpassed California as the state with the most veterans, but what does that mean for veterans? Sal Castillo with the Texas Veterans Commission joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss in this FOX 7 Care Force.
New display in Bastrop highlights Texan Latinos in WWII
The exhibit, titled "Images of Valor: US Latinos and Latinas in WWII," is a series of panels showcasing the stories and contributions of Latino veterans.
Williamson County offers emergency financial assistance to veterans
In order to be eligible for emergency funds, veterans must have an honorable discharge or under honorable discharge.
Care Force: What is the status of cannabis for veterans in Texas?
In this FOX 7 Care Force, Mitch Fuller with the VFW joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to talk about the legislative changes, or lack thereof, for CBD and cannabinoids for Texan veterans with PTS.
What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
Memorial Day and Veterans Day are two important holidays that honor those who have served in the United States military. However, there is a difference between the two holidays.
Killeen career school, director to pay $9M for defrauding post-9/11 GI Bill program
ELPSS Career Institute LLC and its director Ricky J. Daniels, Jr. were ordered in federal court this week to pay over $9 million in damages and civil penalties to the United States under the False Claims Act.
Watch: Service dog that inspired PAWS Act for veterans honored on her final flight
Kaya, a military service dog, was the inspiration behind the PAWS Act, signed into law in 2021
Marine Corps veteran, family open door to new Bell County home
With the help of Fort Hood Area Habitat for Humanity, the Spruell family can proudly say they are owners of a brand new home in Bell County.
What does the new state legislative session mean for Texas veterans?
Mitch Fuller, the national and state legislative chairman with the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), speaks on the upcoming legislative session in Austin.
Wounded Iraq veteran receives new Liberty Hill home
Aaron Cabrera, a decorated Army sergeant who was wounded in Iraq, received a new home for the holidays in Liberty Hill, thanks to Operation Finally Home.
Texas-based, veteran-owned business crafts new Sailor Jerry spiced rum BBQ sauce
Sailor Jerry Ironsides BBQ Sauce is crafted with Sailor Jerry's Spiced Rum to “incorporate the bold character of the traditional Navy-style spirit."
Veterans Day parade in Kyle honors veterans
Kyle residents and visitors lined the streets for the Second Annual Veterans Day Parade Saturday afternoon to honor all our local veterans.