Army expands program for recruits who don't meet weight and test requirements as recruiting crisis deepens
The military is facing its largest recruiting crisis since the switch to an all-volunteer force in 1973.
Oldest living survivor of Pearl Harbor marks 105th birthday
The oldest living survivor of the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 celebrated his upcoming 105th birthday at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans.
Air Force offensive lineman dies after medical emergency on way to class
The 21-year-old experienced a medical emergency as he left his dorm for class earlier this week, the academy said.
Pentagon: COVID-19 vaccine no longer mandated for troops
The Pentagon has formally dropped its COVID-19 vaccination mandate, but a new memo signed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin also gives commanders some discretion in how or whether to deploy troops who are not vaccinated.
So long Fort Bragg, welcome Fort Liberty: The Pentagon's naming commission recommendations take effect
Military installations named after Confederate generals will have their names changed this year.
California National Guard general fired after he allegedly made troops take his mom shopping
The general had been under investigation for using subordinates to carry out other personal tasks, such as driving him nearly 60 miles to a dentist appointment.
Coast Guard rescues fishermen after boat capsizes in rough seas
The survivors were reunited with their families at the Coast Guard Base San Juan.
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.
State lawmakers return to Austin for legislative session
Mitch Fuller, the national and state legislative chairman with the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), speaks on the upcoming legislative session in Austin.
Fort Hood welcomes first baby of 2023 born at CRDAMC
Baby Millie Ellen was born in the wee hours of New Year's Day to proud parents Joshua and Sabrina Austin at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center.
Video: Chinese fighter jet flies dangerously close to US Air Force plane
The Chinese fighter jet flew so close, the U.S. Air Force pilot had to maneuver to avoid a collision.
Gary Sinise Foundation hosts largest gathering of Gold Star families at Disney World
'Forrest Gump' star Gary Sinise sent more than 1,000 children of fallen military heroes to happiest place on Earth.
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.
Air Force grounds entire B-2 bomber fleet after fiery emergency landing
The Air Force has grounded its entire fleet of B-2 stealth bombers following an emergency landing and fire earlier this month, and none of the strategic aircraft will perform flyovers at this years' college bowl games.
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."
'I’ll be home for Christmas': Military dad surprises kids at Austin airport
It's a very special holiday for the Park family as they get to celebrate in their hometown together after their dad came home from overseas deployment.
Austin Vietnam veteran fights rare disorder that weakens his body's muscles
The Army special forces veteran is fighting IBM, inclusion body myositis, a rare disorder that weakens the body's muscles. His doctor says many patients end up bedridden, and worse.
Vietnam veteran fighting biggest battle of his life with rare disorder
The Army special forces veteran is fighting IBM, inclusion body myositis, a rare disorder that weakens the body's muscles.
U.N. peacekeeper from Ireland killed in shooting in Lebanon
Unidentified attackers fired at a convoy in southern Lebanon, killing an Irish U.N. peacekeeper and wounding several other people. The area is a traditional stronghold of the militant Hezbollah group.