Rising suicide rates compel military to address mental health
The Pentagon is reviewing the military's mental health policy amid a rise in suicides among active service members. But many service members in crisis won't admit they need help.
North Korea confirms simulated use of nukes to 'wipe out' enemies
North Korea says its recent missile launches were the simulated use of its weapons to “hit and wipe out” potential South Korean and U.S. targets.
Fort Hood set to be renamed after Richard Cavazos, Texas’ first Hispanic four-star general
Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin accepted the Naming Commission’s change and announced it would take place by Jan. 1, 2024.
Christian Bale hosts special 'Amsterdam' screening on Marine base
The Marine Corps said the movie “highlights the importance of camaraderie between service members to overcome adversity.”
BTS members face possible military service in South Korea
Whether the band’s seven members must serve in the army is one of the hottest issues in South Korea.
Colorado's oldest living veteran receives long-overdue Silver Star 8 decades late
Colorado's oldest reported living veteran finally received his long-overdue honor for his service in World War II after his records were lost in a tragic fire nearly 7 decades ago.
Exchange of Army Futures Command flag symbolizes new commander
General Rainey was the Deputy Chief of Staff for the Army. His resume includes leading the 3rd Infantry Division and being a top Commander in Afghanistan.
USS Gerald R. Ford to train with NATO nations amid Russia-Ukraine war
The USS Ford is the first of the Navy’s new Ford class of aircraft carriers.
Lawsuit claims Fort Hood soldier died by suicide in 2020 after months of bullying
The family of Army Sgt. Elder Fernandes say the bullying stemmed from him reporting to his superiors he had been sexually assaulted.
US Army misses recruiting goal, other services squeak by
The worsening recruiting problem is stirring debate about whether America’s fighting force should be restructured or reduced in size.
Florida military bases brace for Hurricane Ian's impact as ships, aircraft evacuate region
An evacuation order was issued for non-mission-essential individuals at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. Meanwhile, U.S. 4th Fleet ships are departing from Mayport Naval Air Station in Jacksonville.
Soldier who went missing during Korean War accounted for
Army Cpl Joseph J. Puopolo was reported missing in action on Dec. 2, 1950, after his unit attempted to withdraw from Kunu-ri, North Korea.
Pentagon lays out new food, housing programs for troops
The Pentagon announced a number of new programs Thursday that are aimed at helping service members who are struggling with housing shortages and steep food and living expenses as they move from base to base.
Fugitive Navy contractor at center of bribery scandal tried to get to Russia: officials
Nicknamed "Fat Leonard," the contractor reportedly plied naval officers with Kobe beef, expensive cigars, concert tickets and wild parties.
Navy recruiter fatally shoots wife, injures NCIS agent; later killed in separate shooting
According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, two agents with NCIS, or Naval Criminal Investigative Service, were inside a home talking with one woman who was said to be having issues with her husband, a recruiter with the Navy.
10 Killeen ISD schools named Purple Star campuses
The 10 new Purple Star campuses join eight others that had their designation renewed this year and two that received theirs last year, making it a total of 20 for Killeen ISD.
Ohio GOP candidate mispresents his military service, records indicate
The Republican candidate claims he was a combat vet who deployed to Afghanistan after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. But Military records reveal he only completed a six-month stint helping to load planes at a Qatar airbase.
Fugitive known as 'Fat Leonard' in massive Navy bribery scheme caught in Venezuela
Leonard Glenn Francis, known as “Fat Leonard,” escaped on Sept. 4 after cutting off his GPS ankle bracelet while under home arrest in San Diego, authorities said.
Fort Hood soldier charged with murder for killing woman in domestic dispute
The Fort Hood soldier was charged with murder and has a bond set at $1 million.
US Space Force unveils official song 'Semper Supra'
'Semper Supra,' the Space Force song title, means 'always above' in Latin