Army soldier aims to rescue desperate dog that snuck onto overseas base: 'He deserves to come home'
Nonprofit Paws of War is helping Army soldier get an innocent puppy out of danger — and onto safe ground in the United States.
Divers find wreckage of first US Navy destroyer sunk by enemy fire
The U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command says more than half the ship’s crew was lost during the attack in World War I.
Decorated WWII Delco veteran celebrates 104th birthday
A Folcroft, Pa. WWII veteran turns 104 and friends and family turn out to celebrate with him.
Family of Texas soldier Vanessa Guillen seeking $35 million in damages
The family of a Texas soldier who was sexually harassed and killed at a military base near Killeen in 2020 filed a lawsuit Friday seeking $35 million in damages from the U.S. government.
Army names Ranger candidates killed by falling tree during mountain training
Officials said Army Ranger candidates 2nd Lt. Evan Fitzgibbon and Staff Sgt. George Taber died during a weather-induced training hold at Yonah Mountain outside of Dahlonega.
Veterans 'burn pits' bill marks a personal victory for Biden
The legislation will help veterans get disability payments without having to prove their illness was the result of their service. Other health care services will be expanded as well.
2 Fort Benning soldiers killed in north Georgia mountains
Two soldiers were killed and three others injured in a weather-related incident on Yonah Mountain in north Georgia, Army officials say. The soldiers were stationed out of Fort Benning.
Marine who lost arm and both legs in Afghanistan tells struggling vets, 'Reach out' for help
Purple Heart Sgt. Kenny Kalish credits Semper Fi & America's Fund for new lease on life.
Marines promote first Black 4-star general in service history
For the first time in Marine Corps history, Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley will lead the U.S. Africa Command in Germany and oversee all American military forces in Africa.
Senate OKs bill to expand aid to veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, sends to Biden
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
James Shipley, one of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen, laid to rest
Shipley voluntarily joined the Black Army Air Corps when he was 19 years old.
How health care, disability benefits for veterans became fight in Congress
A bill that boosts health care and disability benefits for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits has hit a snag in the Senate, angering advocates like Jon Stewart who say help from the government is long overdue.
US drone strike kills al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri
President Joe Biden is expressing hope that the killing of al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri brings “one more measure of closure” to families of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States.
Austin Bar Association hosting free legal advice clinic for veterans
Veterans will have the opportunity to receive free legal advice on Monday, August 8 at a clinic hosted by the Austin Bar Association.
Military Order of the Purple Heart assisting Central Texas veterans financially amid inflation
Due to economic impacts, more veterans are needing financial assistance and organizations throughout Texas are stepping in to help.
How the Military Order of the Purple Heart is helping Texas veterans financially
Due to economic impacts, more veterans are needing financial assistance and organizations throughout Texas are stepping in to help.
Remains of Dallas Korean War soldier identified in 2020 buried in DFW National Cemetery
Army Corporal R.B. Cherry was reported missing in action on November 27, 1950, near Anju, North Korea. The 19-year-old Dallas native died of pneumonia while a prisoner of war. Friday, his remains were finally buried back home.
Tomorrow's 'Top Gun' might have drone wingman, use AI
One day, fighter pilots will “have a drone aircraft that’s flying as a loyal wingman” under their control.
North Texas native to become first Black four-star general in the Marines
Lt. General Michael Langley, who grew up in North Texas, will soon make history soon as the country's first Black four-star general in the U.S. Marine Corps.
1 soldier dead, 9 injured by lightning at Georgia Army base
It happened Wednesday morning on the range of the US Army base located just west of Augusta.