Former Fort Hood soldier whose skeletal remains were found to be buried without military honors, family claims
The family of Gregory Wedel-Morales, a former Fort Hood soldier missing for 10 months until his skeletal remains were discovered buried near the Texas Army base in June, are claiming he won't receive military honors at his funeral and are left with only questions pending further investigation into the case.
18 people injured in fire aboard ship at Naval Base San Diego
Several sailors are injured after a US Navy ship caught fire at Naval Base San Diego.
Navy announces first Black female Tactical Aircraft pilot
The U.S. Navy announced its first Black female Tactical Aircraft pilot Thursday.
More than 250 veterans compete in virtual ‘Golden Age Games’ from home, snagging 100 gold medals
Hundreds of veterans competed in this year’s National Veteran Golden Age Games, which came to a close on June 29 with a virtual awards ceremony.
Remains of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen identified, family lawyer confirms
On June 30, partial human remains were found close to the Leon River in Bell County in Texas, an area of interest in the search for Guillen.
LULAC warns Latina women to not enlist in military following Guillen disappearance
In a statement Friday from LULAC, “The women in the military are treated as second class citizens and women of color are even below that.”
Job Finder: RecruitMilitary hosts virtual career fairs
A veteran’s virtual job fair is taking place Thursday as recruiters look to fill up to 800 job openings.
Investigation initiated into sexual harassment allegations concerning missing Ft. Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen
The 3rd Cavalry Regiment commander has appointed a team led by a senior investigating officer to conduct a commander's investigation into allegations Pfc. Guillen was sexually harassed. Guillen has been missing since April 22.
Trump plan to stem vet suicides focuses on public awareness
The $53 million, two-year effort will include a public messaging campaign starting in the coming weeks to raise awareness about suicide at a time of increased social distancing and isolation during a pandemic.
US Air Force pilot call sign 'Banzai' becomes first woman to fly F-35A stealth fighter into combat
America has now deployed its first female stealth fighter pilot into combat, the Air Force announced.
Family of missing Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen asking for federal investigation
The Guillen family is also asking anyone with information to reach out.
US Navy to ban Confederate flag from all ships, bases aircraft, and subs
The U.S. military is rethinking its traditional connection to Confederate Army symbols, mindful of their divisiveness at a time the nation is wrestling with questions of race after the death of George Floyd in police hands.
Detained US Navy veteran freed by Iran, en route home
White’s release was part of an agreement involving an Iranian-American doctor prosecuted by the Justice Department and followed months of quiet negotiations over prisoners. The two countries are at bitter odds over U.S. penalties imposed after President Donald Trump withdrew the U.S. from the 2015 nuclear deal and over the killing by American forces of a top Iranian general in Iraq at the beginning of this year.
WWII veteran walking 100 miles for 100th birthday to raise money for COVID-19 relief
Mickey Nelson said he was inspired by Capt. Tom Moore, a British army veteran who helped raise millions of pounds amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Patriotic movies and shows you can watch from home on Memorial Day weekend
Here is the perfect list of patriotic films and shows you can watch to remember those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. armed forces.
Coronavirus stimulus cash: IRS warns VA, SSI recipients about approaching deadline
If some beneficiaries don’t fill out a form by Tuesday they may receive inaccurate payments.
Pandemic Party: World War II veteran turns 105 and gets special birthday celebration
It was a birthday celebration fit for a hero.
Why some military members had stimulus checks snatched, reduced
USAA, a financial company that caters to military members and veterans, has suspended a policy that had resulted in members having their stimulus checks used to offset existing debts.
Resident of West LA veterans home tests positive for COVID-19
A resident of the Veterans Home of California in West Los Angeles tested positive for COVID-19 and was taken to the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center for treatment, authorities said Saturday.
Vets urged to access healthcare services online
Recipients can request prescription refills, sign up for text message reminders about their health care and ask non-urgent questions via video, telephone or the VA's secure online messaging system.