Joint Chiefs Chairman Mark Milley tests positive for COVID-19: 'Very minor symptoms'
Milley's last contact with President Biden was Wednesday, Jan. 12, his spokesman says.
North Korea fires 2 suspected missile into sea, S. Korean officials say
The launch came after the North conducted a pair of flight tests of a purported hypersonic missile on Jan. 5 and Jan. 11.
Charles McGee, one of the last surviving Tuskegee Airman, dies at 102
"Today, we lost an American hero,“ U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tweeted Sunday.
4 veterans rowing 3,000 miles across Atlantic to help US service members struggling with PTSD
Four U.S. veterans are rowing across the Atlantic to raise awareness for PTSD and money to help those struggling with financial problems, housing accessibility and more.
Army has relieved six active-duty leaders, including two battalion commanders, for refusing vaccine
But the service so far has not involuntarily discharged any soldiers solely for refusing the vaccine
US Army offering $50K bonuses to recruits amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. Army, for the first time, is offering a maximum enlistment bonus of $50,000 to highly skilled recruits who sign up for six years.
Pennsylvania family gifts grieving Liberty Hill family handmade flags
Little did the Freemans know, Carrie Hendershot and her family would deliver handmade flags, glossed, with the weight of plaques, in Dylan Bowen’s honor.
National Guard soldier dies in accidental shooting amid "morale crisis"
Soldiers have faced a growing morale crisis while on involuntary activations at the border.
Nation’s oldest living WWII veteran, Lawrence Brooks, dies at the age of 112
Lawrence N. Brooks, the oldest World War II veteran in the U.S. — and believed to be the oldest man in the country — died on Wednesday at the age of 112.
Navy captain becomes first woman to command nuclear carrier in U.S. history
The USS Abraham Lincoln deployed this week from San Diego under the command of Capt. Amy Bauernschmidt, the first woman to lead a nuclear carrier in U.S. Navy history.
Texas to sue over vaccine mandate for National Guard after requesting federal aid
In a letter, Abbott stated “As long as I am your commander-in-chief, I will not tolerate efforts to compel receipt of a COVID19 vaccine.”
Navy stopped from reprimanding sailors over COVID-19 vaccine refusal
The injunction is a new challenge to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's decision to make vaccinations mandatory for all members of the military.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tests positive for COVID-19
"I tested positive this morning for COVID-19," he tweeted Sunday evening, adding that he was vaccinated and received his COVID-19 booster in October.
Soldier reunites with daughter during Indiana Pacers game: ‘heartwarming surprise’
Aaron Kern, who was assigned to Operation Allies Welcome at Camp Atterbury, broke down with emotion after reuniting with his daughter at an NBA game.
Marine Corps removes 206 service members for refusing to get COVID-19 vaccine
Dozens of Marines have been discharged over the past week for their refusal to comply with the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
New law named for Vanessa Guillén will revamp military investigations into sexual assault
President Biden signed the National Defense Authorization Act, enacting provisions of the “I Am Vanessa Guillén Act.” The new law takes effect Jan. 1.
Texas law brings changes to Disabled Veteran license plates in 2022
Due to a new Texas law, effective January 1, Texans with Disabled Veteran license plates who wish to park in spaces reserved for people with disabilities will need a plate or placard featuring the International Symbol of Access but must meet certain criteria to be eligible.
FOX 7 Care Force: Helping veterans with PTSD with medical marijuana
The Helmand Valley Growers Company was founded by three Marines who served after 9-11. The company is fully committed to treating post-traumatic stress with medical marijuana.
Bill addressing deaths of Fort Hood soldiers signed into law
The Servicemember Safety and Security Act improves safety on military installations and requires military installations to do several things.
Biden signs $768B defense spending bill into law
“The Act provides vital benefits and enhances access to justice for military personnel and their families, and includes critical authorities to support our country’s national defense,” President Joe Biden said in a statement.