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VeteransFranchise.com is an online portal designed to connect military veterans with franchises and business opportunities that provide support, financial benefits and other incentives for those who have been a member of the armed forces.
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VeteransFranchise.com is a private held company and this website is not affiliated or associated with the U.S. government, U.S. Armed Forces or Department of Veteran Affairs. U.S. government agencies have not reviewed this information or approved this information. This site is not connected with any government agency or department. If you would like to find more information about benefits offered by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, please visit the official U.S. government web site for veterans' benefits at http://www.va.gov. for additional details.
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DUCTZ International
DUCTZ is the leading and most trusted air duct cleaning franchise with a reputation for unmatched value and service. DUCTZ adheres to strict industry standards to deliver indoor air quality solutions and HVAC restoration services to residential and commercial properties across the nation. With a reputation for unmatched value and service, DUCTZ owners have the training and knowledge to successfully improve the indoor air quality in homes and buildings throughout their community.
Visit the business profile page for DUCTZ International to learn more about this concept and if it's a right match for you.
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ASP - America's Swimming Pool Company
ASP - America's Swimming Pool Co., the Nation's most respected swimming pool maintenance and repair franchise, was established in 2001 by Stewart Vernon of Macon, GeorgiaPopular Franchises By Industry
Cleaning Franchises
If it can get dirty there's a chance someone will pay you to clean it. If you appreciate the magic of a spotless kitchen or the shine of a just-washed window, then a cleaning franchise might be for you! With many of us increasingly strapped for time, the need for cleaning services makes a maid or janitorial franchise an ideal opportunity.
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COIT Cleaning & Restoration Services
Lou Kearn founded Coit in 1950 as a specialty dry cleaning operation, running out of a San Francisco storefront, and built it into an international franchise operation through innovation, hard work, and a growth in service offerings.
ServiceMaster Clean Franchise
ServiceMaster Clean is one of North America's leading cleaning and restoration companies. A worldwide network of over 4,500 franchises provides an unparalleled reputation for service, quality, professionalism and customer satisfaction. The company now operates in more than 12 countries and serves over one million customers through its broad network of quality services.
Restoration 1
Restoration 1 Water damage restoration and water extraction services are our specialties. We perform restoration for both residential and commercial properties.
Restaurant Franchises
America is hungry. With an average household expenditure of $1,054 per person on restaurant food, it's no wonder food, quick casual and restaurant franchises are so popular, topping the charts in terms of units in operation. Even during times of economic hardship, owning a restaurant is an excellent business opportunity.
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Hardee's
When you become a Hardee's franchisee, you're teaming up with one of the largest, most experienced restaurant companies around.
Big Apple Bagels
The Big Apple Bagels restaurant concept was developed to delight not only customers, but our franchise owner-operators as well. As a Big Apple Bagels franchisee, youll be able to produce freshly baked Big Apple Bagels brand bagels, My Favorite Muffin brand gourmet muffins, a wide assortment of delicious sandwiches and salads, and serve our own Brewsters brand of brewed coffee and specialty drinks.
Lennys Subs
Guests love Lenny's! And our tagline says it all - More Food. More Taste. More Personality! Awards The Lenny's concept is simple - take a wholesome environment and add employees with great personalities. Combine this and our fantastic food with the subtle touches we've added to ensure better guest experiences (larger tables, bigger booths, no trashcans and hand-delivered beverage refills), and you'll see the Lenny's Magic
Bar-B-Cutie SmokeHouse
Our track record of serving delicious Baby Back Ribs, Mouth Watering Grilled Mesquite Chicken and of course The Worlds Best Barbecue Since 1950 speaks for itself.
DRNK coffee + tea / QWENCH juice bar
Born in Hollywood as two of the most popular beverage spots for the millennials of Southern California, DRNK coffee + tea and QWENCH juice bar have been sweeping their way from coast to coast, bringing their expertly engineered menus, contemporary design, and business expertise to all parts of the country with a timeless positioning and brand flexibility that are second-to-none.
Business Services Franchises
Business services franchises place you in high demand. Your clients will be businesses looking for advertising, alarm & security, ATM, business consulting, computer repair, cruise & travel agency, direct mail, green & eco-friendly, income tax, ink and printer cartridge, insurance, packaging and shipping, publishing, retirement planning, sales training, sign, staffing & employment, telecommunications and website hosting services.
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Cruise Planners An American Express Travel Representative
With over 25 years of proven success, Cruise Planners, An American Express Travel Representative, is the nations premiere home-based travel adviser franchise.
CertaPro Painters
Join the market leader, #1 in franchisees AND customers' satisfaction. In 2011, the average gross sales for a CertaPro Painters Business was $700,323!* Learn more.
Mosquito Joe
The mosquito control industry is a high growth market, and Mosquito Joe has emerged as an industry leader with strong branding, best-in-class systems, and the ability to grow rapidly nationwide.
Kitchen Solvers
America's Premier Kitchen Remodeling Franchise System. With a Kitchen Solvers franchise, you have the opportunity to build a rewarding and satisfying business for your future. A Great Low-Investment, Home-Based Business!
Business Coaching
American businesses need guidance and as a business consultant or coach, you'll provide valuable advice, experience and insight to entrepreneurs nationwide while operating as part of a trusted brand.
Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants
Schooley Mitchell is the largest independent telecom and merchant services consulting company in North America. Our network of Franchised consulting offices across the continent serves as the outsourced expense reduction specialists to business clients, providing professional solutions from coast-to-coast.
Liquid Capital
Liquid Capital Corp. has created an international network of Franchise Owners who provide their business clients with specialized financial services.
Interface Financial Group
IFG provides short-term cash flow assistance for small businesses by purchasing selected invoices at a discount
ActionCOACH Business Coaching
ActionCOACH Business Coaches and Trainers teach business owners how to rapidly increase their profits while systematizing their business so they work fewer hours.
Patrice and Associates
A career helping people make their next career move can be highly rewarding, both personally and financially. You work to connect our client companies with qualified management candidates.
Children's Franchises
From the moment they know they're expecting, parents begin searching for ways to give their children a head start in life. Parents are always looking to fill their children's schedules with worthwhile extracurricular activities and extra pushes to improve academic performance to propel their kids towards acceptance to a competitive college.
Even if you don't have an education background you can still help kids if you have good business sense, love helping others and are great with children.
Sport Clips Haircuts
Sport Clips: First in the market, and still #1! Sport Clips was the first to exclusively target the 150 million men and boys who needed a haircut franchise to call their own. Today, with more than 1,700+ stores open and the only hair care concept operating in all 50 states, plus five provinces in Canada, we are still the #1 men's and boys' haircutterby far. It's easy to see why we are the leader in our category within the hair care industry.
College Nannies and Tutors
Our Nanny service is so successful because it efficiently and effectively meets the needs of busy families.
JEI Learning Centers
You can be your own boss and become successful in the education field as JEI Learning Centers provide innovative and effective supplementary education programs for Pre-K to 10th graders.
Health Care Franchises
As the first of the baby boomers begin to retire the need for health and senior care providers is expected to increase dramatically. This population trend is ideal for those who are interested in a service and people oriented business opportunity. In particular, non-medical and in-home care services are expected to see increased demand as many seniors choose to remain independent of assisted living facilities.
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Caring Hearts Home Care
As the leading business consultants in the non-medical home care industry, you can be assured and confident in your decision to choose Caring Hearts Home Care
Always Best Care Senior Services
Always Best Care Senior Services is right in the center of the senior boom. With 10,000 Americans turning 65 every day, this is truly an extraordinary opportunity for you to secure your future. With Always Best Care, you can build a business while making a difference in people's lives.
Visiting Angels
Visiting Angels provides non-medical senior homecare. We send hundreds of client leads each week to our more than 500 franchisees nationwide.
Cannabis Store Amsterdam
Cannabis Store Amsterdam is the first worldwide brand totally dedicated to the cannabis industry producing an incredible range of cannabis items. A selected line of high quality products that are tested and fine-tuned to ensure only the best to the end users. Franchising affiliation offers you a fast and low cost profitable business opportunity.
Home Care Assistance
Learn from the senior care pros who built an $800,000 home care business in the first year of operations.
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Caregivers for Veterans Can Get Phone Support from the VA
Being a caregiver isn't for wimps. The VA offers help.
DoD Offers Compensation to Victims of Domestic Abuse
The benefits can last for up to three years
CHAMPVA Recipients Can Now Get Prescriptions Online from the VA
The online pharmacy program makes getting prescriptions easy and fast.
Does My College Student Still Have Tricare?
Does a military dependent who is in college part time still qualify for Tricare under his or her parents?
Does Tricare Cover Chiropractic Care?
Does Tricare cover chiropractic care for troops or military families -- and why or why not? Read more.
The Easy Blended Retirement System Guide for Military Spouses
Confused about the military's new Blended Retirement System or military retirement in general? Us, too. Here's an easy guide.
Military Spouse Retirement Benefits
Spouses of retirees are eligible for many benefits, but getting them can be difficult. We make it easy with this list.
Helping You and Your Kids Stay Healthy During the Summer
Every year at about this time, students retreat from school habits and embrace a new summer schedule.
Working Out Helps at Work
Need an edge to land that big promotion at work? Are you nervous about an upcoming presentation? There is a secret that most successful CEOs share. They work out ? almost every day.
Stay Motivated to Work Out in the Winter
The chill-you-to-the-bones weather left ice sticking to your hair and coat, you almost slipped and fell while scraping snow off your car, and that was only after you managed to pry the frozen car doors open.
Stay Active During and After Pregnancy
For women, pregnancy can mean packing on extra pounds and cutting out exercise for a few months.
Multitask Your Workout - Part I
"Now that you read about how to stay in shape all winter and kick up your workout for spring, it's time to get into beach body shape with multitasking workouts."
Multi-Task Your Workout - Part II
I'm continuing those multi-tasking moves here with new ones to work your outer thighs, chest, back and glutes.
Juggling Work, Family and Exercise
We, as parents, must be the catalyst that motivates our children to exercise - plus it is not bad for us to exercise either. The earlier we introduce our children to a lifestyle of health and fitness, the less likely our children will grow to be part of the 60 percent (and growing - literally) of America that is obese.
Holiday Nutrition and Fitness Tips
My husband is in Iraq and although it is nothing compared to being on the front lines, it did make me think about the women who are also spending the holidays alone and what they might need.
Health Officials Advise Active Family Lifestyles
Does a typical day at your house involve your family lingering around or being coach potatoes? If you answered "Yes," health officials on Okinawa want to help you break this cycle and begin an active family lifestyle.
Getting Toddlers to Eat Nutritious Foods
Up, down, in, out, and running around, toddlers like to explore and master their world including the food they choose to eat. While not always sitting still for very long, they normally eat enough calories to grow and thrive.
Getting Passed 'Girl' Push-Ups
"It's very important for women to have stong upper body strength. Just follow these steps ... "
Getting Fit on a Budget
You can get fit and lose weight with little or no money at all -- it just takes an investment of time.
Fitness for Kids
America's children are overweight. Why? Because WE are!
Fitness DVD Released for Military Spouses
The MWW combines cardio intervals with combination upper and lower body moves to get every major muscle group toned within 30 minutes. A warm-up and stretch is included, as well as modifications and challenge adaptations for any fitness level. It is now available on Amazon.com.
Ease Into Your New Year
I have been reading about a minimalist movement hitting the country, all about only owning 100 things.
Belly Dance Class Shimmies at Wheelock
Gulya DeFelice teaches the free Morale, Welfare and Recreation belly dance class at Wheelock Bayou Fitness Center, and is quick to mention its benefits.
Attitude Adjustment
Many people, especially women married to the military, make the mistake of thinking of food as a gift, our one pleasure for the day.
10 Tips to Stay Healthy
The best way to make it through the holidays without overeating and drinking is to have a plan.
Parents' Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
Parents' DIC is an income-based benefit for the parents, or parent, of a military service member or veteran who has died.
US Military Reimposes Commissary Spending Limits in South Korea
Anybody who needs to spend more must request an exception from squadron or battalion commanders.
Improvements Coming to Alaska Army Base as Troops Face Morale Challenges
Army leaders are promising to make upgrades at Fort Wainwright, aimed at improving the readiness and quality of life.
Retired General Remains in Jail as Rape, Incest Trial Postponed Again
The two-star, who retired from the Army in 2005, was arrested Dec. 7, 2018.
Pentagon Should Explore Renting Refuelers Amid KC-46 Delays, General Says
Gen. Lyons said that the aerial refueling element "is the most stressed and probably the one that's pushing the red line."
ISIS Vows to Attack Israel and Blasts US Mideast Plan
Despite carrying out deadly attacks throughout the world over the past years, ISIS has rarely targeted Israel.
Trump Middle East Peace Plan Calls for Palestinian State, Settlement Freeze
The plan ended speculation as to whether his administration would abandon a "two-state resolution" to the conflict.
Air Force Moves Forward with F-15EX Fighter Jet Buy
The Air Force announced it will sole-source two contracts, one for the F-15EX and the other for its F110 engines.
Official: Remains of 2 US Troops Recovered from Afghan Crash Site
They were the only two people aboard the Air Force E-11A electronic surveillance aircraft when it went down on Monday.
Retired Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher Strikes Back at SEALs Who Testified Against Him
Gallagher referred to some members of his former platoon as "cowards" and highlighted names, photos and duty status.
New Hampshire General Will Oversee Wisconsin Guard Changes
The National Guard Bureau in December announced it had uncovered multiple shortcomings in the Wisconsin Guard's protocols.
Spec Ops Culture Sets Conditions 'Favorable for Inappropriate Behavior,' 4-Star Says
SOCOM favors combat missions over leadership development and training, the review found.
'Fire in the Fog' as Army Launches Rocket Artillery in Europe for First Time in 16 Years
A hiss above a blanket of fog signaled the Army's launch of rocket artillery in Europe for the first time in 16 years.
Esper Won't Rule Out Troop Drawdown in Africa as France Urges Troops to Stay
Defense Secretary Mark Esper said he is sticking to a plan that could draw down U.S. forces in Africa.
Taliban Say Mystery Crash in Afghanistan Was US Aircraft
Pictures on social media purportedly from the crash site showed what could be the remains of a Bombardier E-11A aircraft.
US Conducted Record-Setting Bomb Drops Over Afghanistan in 2019
According to stats published by Air Forces Central Command, fighter, attack and drones dropped 7,423 bombs last year.
Corporal Gets Nearly 6 Years for Fatal Shooting of Fellow Marine
The shooting took place around 9:30 p.m. on April 12 at the U.S. Marine Corps Air Station in Beaufort, South Carolina.
South Korean Man with Coronavirus from Pyeongtaek, US Military Says, Urging Caution
A man from a city close to Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base is one of four South Koreans with the potentially deadly disease.
Nighttime Rocket Attack on US Embassy in Baghdad Injured One
Violent clashes between Iraqi security forces and anti-government protesters also continued to seethe overnight.
Air Force E-11A Networking Plane Has Crashed in Afghanistan, Top General Confirms
The plane reportedly crashed in the Taliban-controlled Ghazni province.
Mother of Captured Journalist, Veteran Tice Blames US Official for 'Stalling' Her Son’s Return
Tice said she believes that Trump is working to bring her son home but she blames the delay on an unknown individual.
Survivors Return to Auschwitz 75 Years After Liberation
In all, some 200 survivors of the camp are expected, many of them elderly Jews.
General Says He 'Meant No Disrespect' with Tweet About Kobe Bryant's Death
The tweet about Kobe Bryant angered many on Twitter, resulting in more than 100 responses
Army Probes Handling of Illinois Sexual Assault Complaints
Illinois Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth sent a letter to Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy requesting an investigation.
Arizona's Longest-Living Veteran Dies in Tucson at Age 105
Sophie Yazzie enlisted with the U.S. Army Air Corps at age 28 and served until she was honorably discharged.
Vermont Guard Personnel Doing F-35 Training in Florida
The guard members will learn more about flying and maintaining the F-35 fighters.
Army Researchers Working to Protect Facial Recognition Software from Hacks
This safeguard would let future soldiers have confidence their AI systems are properly identifying a person of interest.
India Celebrates Republic Day with Military Parade
Tanks, rocket launchers and locally made nuclear-capable missile systems rolled down the parade route.
Iraq Protesters Keep up Rallies Despite Pressure from Riot Police
Four protesters were shot dead as riot police stormed protest camps across the country.
Historical Plane Flights Grounded while Investigation Continues into Deadly B-17 Bomber Crash
The voluntary “stand-down” is in place for an undetermined period.
General: US Committed to Syria Fight; Missions up Against ISIS
Gen. Frank McKenzie traveled to five military outposts to meet with the troops.
Now at Sea, USS Gerald R. Ford Enters a New Phase in its Path to Deployment
The Navy calls this process aircraft compatibility testing.
VFW Commander Calls on Trump to Apologize for 'Headaches' Remark About Injured Troops
William Schmitz, the group's national commander, said his organization "cannot stand idle on this matter."
Ruling: Ex-Army Medic's 1-Day Sentence for Child Porn Not Enough
The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals sent the case back to the district court in Dayton for resentencing.
German Military Resumes Training Troops in Northern Iraq
Germany resumed training in Irbil on Sunday morning together with its partners.
Man Accused of Stealing from American Legion Hit with New Charges
The West Scranton man is accused of misrepresenting his military service and his status as a veteran.
Kirtland Airman Facing Court-Martial in Fatal Crash
A Kirtland Air Force Base spokesperson said the date of the court-martial is pending.
Army Identifies Reserve Soldier Killed in Syria Vehicle Rollover
He was conducting route-clearing operations at the time of the accident.
Hundreds of Military Explosives Found at California Home Were Replicas
An ordnance disposal team from Travis Air Force Base was called to help deal with the devices .
Navy Helicopter Crashes in Philippine Sea; 5 Crewmembers Safe
It's not clear what caused the aircraft to go down.
75 Years: Survivors, Dignitaries to Mark Auschwitz Liberation
The memorial ceremony will be attended by royals, presidents and prime ministers from nearly 60 countries.
Thousands Rally in Baghdad to Demand US Troops Leave Iraq
Pro-Iran channels broadcast images of a gallows, with a puppet in the image of President Trump swinging from a rope.
US Soldiers Seen as More Trustworthy Than Judges, New Poll Finds
Survey recipients were asked specifically about soldiers, but the word was intended to represent all U.S. troops.
Veterans Group: Lawsuit Prompts Pentagon to Reopen Database
The database contains decisions by military review boards that grant or deny a veteran’s request to upgrade a discharge.
Men Reenact an Oft-Overlooked War that Remade the US, Mexico and the Border
The fighting happened on once Mexican land that now constitutes the cities of Pico Rivera, Montebello and Whittier.
Iranian FM: Tehran Still Willing to Negotiate with US
Mohammed Javad Zarif suggested Iran was still willing to talk during an interview with Germany's Der Spiegel magazine.
3 US Military Veterans Killed in Australia C-130 Water Bomber Crash
The three American firefighters who were killed while helping to battle the wildfires in Australia have been identified.
Senator Calls on DoD to Investigate Claims C-130J Workers Exposed to Chemical Hazards
Are manufacturers working on the Lockheed Martin-made C-130J Super Hercules being exposed to hazardous chemicals?
SecDef to Congress: Let the Pentagon Dump Old Gear to Fund New Weapons
The Defense Department is "doubling down" on hypersonic technology and other cutting-edge weapons, Esper said Friday.
Are Cuts on the Table for Southern Command as the Pentagon Kicks Off Review?
The potential for cuts comes just as U.S. Southern Command is seeing a worrisome increase in Chinese and Russian investment.
Veterans Groups Want Government to Expedite Forgiveness of Student Loans
The groups claim that the Department of Education is moving too slowly to implement regulation implemented six months ago
What to Do with Your Pay Raise
Since your paycheck is changing, you should make changes to your budget.
Bills Aside, Your 2020 Budget Can Be a Little F-U-N
While budgeting certainly isn’t exciting, breaking down your spending can give you the ability to do things you enjoy.
Military Families with Financial Coaches Save More for Retirement
The difference is significant.
How to Take Charge of Your Credit in 2020
Whatever your financial goals this year, your credit is likely to play a role in achieving them.
Focus on Monthly Tasks to Hit 2020 Goals
Daily habits can have big payoffs for money management.
Estate Planning Is About More Than Just A Will
A well-rounded approach is best
Can You Carry a Gun on a Military Base?
Can military members and others carry a gun on a military base? Here's what you need to know.
Use These Military Travel Companies? You Could Be Getting a Cash Settlement
The government settled with Easy Military Travel, USA Service Finance LLC and principal owner Brandon Edmiston.
This Holiday Season Take the Gifting Down a Notch
It's easy to get caught up in all the hype and overspend.
Top 5 Tips for Sticking to Your Financial Goals
Make your financial goals work for you
This Season, Give the Gift of Good Financial Habits
Most other gifts will go by the wayside, but good financial habits last a lifetime.
Time Your Credit Card Application This Bonus-Friendly Season
If you're considering a new credit card, the bonus-friendly season from October through December is an ideal time.
Choose Friends Who Are Financially Responsible
It always helps when your friends share your views
Starting Dec. 1, You May Not Be Able to Access Your TSP Account Online
Security upgrades are coming. Make sure you're ready now.
TSP Contribution Limits Are Increasing for 2020
You will be able to save more toward retirement next year.
4 Things You May Not Know About VA Loans
The VA loan is a benefit most civilians wish they had.
Spooky Finances: Take a Hard Look at Financial Realities
Is your financial situation a trick or a treat?
Trump Administration Balks at Letting TSP Members Invest in China
Should politicians tell you how to invest your hard-earned cash?
Make Good Financial Decisions When Buying a Vehicle
Know your limits when going to a dealership and don't waiver from them.
7 Tips for Becoming an Ethical Shopper
Sustainability, labor conditions and other issues have left many consumers wondering how to be socially responsible.
Decode Your Credit Card Terms Like a Pro
Sifting through a credit card's terms and conditions can be daunting. The language is complicated, and you can feel lost.
Financial Rules of Thumb for Retirement Planning
Should you follow all those retirement planning rules you see online?
Navy Offers Scholarships for Alaska Residents
Up to four $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to dependents of Navy, Marine and Coast Guard members.
Don't Just Expect the Unexpected -- Save for It
September is National Preparedness Month: 30 days dedicated to the promotion of family, disaster, and emergency planning.
Financial Rule of Thumb: Create a Livable Budget
Budgets aren't exciting, but they are the responsible thing to do.
What to Do When Back to School Bites You in the Budget
The start of a new school year can be hard on the budget.
Financial Rule of Thumb: Get the Life Insurance You Need
How much is too much and how much is not enough?
Back to School: Finance 101
It's never too late to learn, especially about finances.
Why Streaming Services Are the New Credit Card Rewards Binge
When it comes to credit card rewards, it's not all about gas, groceries and restaurants anymore.
These Types of Apps Could Prompt Impromptu Spending
While some apps help you save money, others have a way of encouraging you to spend more.
Financial Rule of Thumb: Maintain an Emergency Fund
Money set aside for those unexpected situations can keep you out of financial trouble.
Rejected for a Personal Loan? Here's How to Recover
Getting rejected for a personal loan can feel like a punch to the gut. It's easy to get discouraged.
AAFES Warns of New Scam Involving Vehicle Sales
Bad actors are using the exchange's name and logo to scam car buyers.
The Military Lending Act and You
As an active-duty service member, you have legal rights to low-interest loans and protection against pay day lenders, but you might not even know it.
The 'Good Enough' Home May Be Just Perfect
Chasing the dream can lure buyers to overextend themselves financially.
Transition Finances: A New Beginning
Remember that leaving the military is a beginning, not an end.
DANTES Offers Free Test Retakes for College Credit Exams
Thousands of schools recognize the exams for credit.
Checking Up on Your Financial Well-Being
Answering a few questions could give you insight into where you stand financially.
4 Ways to Start Really Saving Today
Saving money is easy when you have a plan.
Top 5 Military Money Lies
What you may have heard before might not be true
Think of Your PCS in a New Way
A permanent change of station can be more than just a move, it can be a new start.
Pennsylvania Now Offers Free College for National Guard Families
Up to 8,000 military family members could be eligible for free college
6 Money Questions You Should Answer
Answering these questions help you lay the groundwork for financial security.
Thrift Savings Plan Changes Coming This Fall
The popular retirement plan is moving into the modern era with more flexible withdrawal options and more online access.
Military Couples and Money
Like any military operation, effective money management takes planning
Subscription Services Make Life Easier, But Costs Can Add Up
Sure, it's nice to have your groceries delivered now and then. Ditto dinner. Want to stream your favorite movies? Why not.
5 Money Tactics for Military Deployments
Here are five important money lessons all those deploying -- and their dependents -- should know.
Credit Basics You Need to Know
Getting your credit score today is easy -- just turn to your bank, credit card issuer or one of the many apps and websites.
Watch Your Credit Card Rewards Pile Up with These 5 Tips
Just because summer's approaching doesn't mean your wallet gets a vacation.
Military Announces 2020 Blended Retirement Continuation Pay Rates
The military has announced the 2020 continuation pay amounts for Blended Retirement System (BRS) participants.
The Pentagon Must Do More to Attract and Keep Good Dentists and Doctors, GAO Finds
The Defense Department needs to do more to track whether its physician and dentist retention and recruitment programs are working, a government watchdog report states.
Navy Warns Mail-In DNA Kits Could Bring 'Unwelcome' Family News
Navy personnel should consider the unintended consequences of learning who they're related to, a new servicewide message states.
FDA Expands Access to Ecstasy Drug for PTSD Therapy
Under the program, patients take a dose of ecstasy and then are guided through eight hours of intensive psychotherapy.
Your VA Loan = No Limit Financing + $0 Down
The VA loan benefit now allows no limit financing with as little as $0 down. Use your VA loan benefit now.
Space Force Offers First Peek at Camouflage Uniform
The United States Space Force has only one member so far, but it appears the service utility uniform is already well under development.
VA Proposes End to Obama-Era Policy for Faith-Based Groups
The Department of Veterans Affairs wants to eliminate a rule requiring faith-based organizations to find secular alternatives for veterans who refuse help because of the groups' religious nature.
Some Civilians Who Served in Vietnam Are Getting Veteran Status
A recent ruling by the Defense Department has granted veteran status to a group of civilians who served in Vietnam.
Veterans Wanted: American Income Life Has a Place for You
You have found the place to begin your search for a sales career. At AIL, Opportunity Unlimited puts you in control of how much you earn and how far you take your career.
The Navy Once Called Him an 'Unknown Negro Sailor.' Now It's Naming a Carrier After Him
Nearly 80 years after the Navy declined to even name the hero black sailor who displayed extraordinary bravery during the attack on Pearl Harbor, the service's acting secretary is breaking with tradition to name a powerful aircraft carrier in his honor.
VA IG Warns Long Wait Times Could Continue with Mission Act Reforms
Department of Veterans Affairs patients seeking private-sector health care saw a nearly two-month delay for medical appointments in 2018, and the problem could worsen under the new Mission Act, the VA Office of Inspector General reported.
President Trump Unveils New Space Force Seal
The U.S. Space Force seal has arrived. A month after the newest military branch was formally signed into existence, President Donald Trump unveiled its official seal in a tweet.
Get up to $1 Million Coverage from Just $41 a Month
Is SGLI/VGLI enough for your military family? Protect your family’s future with affordable life insurance now.
Save Now: Military Discounts on Your Car Insurance
Quickly compare and save big on your car insurance, from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Start saving now.
Navy's Top Admiral Has No Apologies Over Carrier Lincoln's Extra-Long Deployment
As families waited for a Navy aircraft carrier to arrive at its new California homeport after nearly 10 months at sea, the service's top officer simply said: That's sometimes how it goes.
All-Female USAF Team Wins Bomb-Building Competition with 'Rosie the Riveter' Tribute
The first all-female team to compete in the Rapid Aircraft Generation and Employment competition at Aviano Air Base, Italy, took home the win, the Air Force announced this month.
Army Secretary Calls for Slowdown of Military Health Care Merger
Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy raised concerns Jan. 15 over the speed with which the services' clinics and hospitals are transitioning to the Defense Health Agency's management.
Painkiller Overprescription at 3 Military Hospitals Prompts Scathing Watchdog Report
Patients were routinely overprescribed opioids at three military hospitals under a system that failed to follow medical guidelines, according to a scathing report from the Defense Department's Inspector General.
Coast Guard Wrapping Up Study on Why Minority Members Leave the Service
The Coast Guard will wrap up a study examining why minority service members are leaving its ranks and publish its initial findings by June to try to thwart retention gaps, the service's vice commandant said Wednesday.
1st Air Force Unit Begins 'Beta Testing' No-Fail Practice PT Test
Airmen who fall under Air Force Materiel Command will start to see a new option when it comes to their physical fitness test.
Group to Fight Space Force's Use of Bible for Swearing-In Ceremonies
The U.S. Space Force has designated its own King James Bible for swearing-in ceremonies. Some users and veterans took to Twitter to voice their displeasure with the move.
2020 Military Payday Schedule
Looking for the schedule of 2020 military pay dates for the active and reserve components? This information may help avoid any confusion as to when you should expect to see the payment deposited to your account.
VA Moving Forward on Implementing Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention Law
Firms in the Hampton, Virginia, area interested in helping veterans are being invited to submit information to the Department of Veterans Affairs about the services they could provide service members transitioning out of the military.
Petition Would Create Military Medal to Honor Those Fighting in the 'War on Drugs'
A new online petition posted last week asks President Donald Trump to sign an executive order creating a War on Drugs Service Medal.
Institutional Failures Found at VA Facility After Veteran's Parking Lot Suicide
The Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Health Care System facility where a veteran committed suicide nearly two years ago failed to alert mental health clinicians to the patient's condition, a VA Inspector General report found.
New Commissary Shoppers Unable to Access Online Features, American Forces Travel
Veterans and caregivers newly eligible to shop at commissaries have been unable to use the MyCommissary portal to register for benefits since Jan. 1, a Defense Commissary Agency spokesman said via email Jan. 16.
Jobs At T-Mobile -- A Top Military Employer
The values you applied in service to your country -- respect, integrity and loyalty -- are values T-Mobile embraces. T-Mobile is dedicating efforts to hire veterans the right way.
Firefighting Foam in Water Near Bases Gets Congressional Attention
While you may remember the odor of firefighting foam and know that it will put out burning jet fuel, you may not know how hazardous it is in its own right.
Veterans Group Sues Military Leaders, Claiming Benefits Decision Delays
The military has failed to meet deadlines set by Congress for rulings on veterans' requests to correct records blocking them from receiving benefits, according to a federal class-action lawsuit filed last month.
Get $400k SGLI/VGLI Supplement from Less than $1 a Day
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Military Discounts on Auto Insurance
Save big on your car insurance, from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Don’t wait. Get better rates today!
Use Your $0 Down 2020 VA Loan + No Limit Financing
As part of a new 2020 law, the VA loan benefit now allows unlimited financing with as little as $0 down. Why wait?
IG Survey of Military Moves Finds Late Shipments, Missed Warnings
More than 40% of service members who moved in 2018 received their shipments at least five days late because of "scheduling and equipment problems," according to a Defense Department Inspector General report released Jan. 8.
Green Beret Unit Receives 27 Valor Medals After Afghanistan Deployment
A group of Special Forces soldiers earned dozens of prestigious medals -- including three Silver Stars -- during a recent deployment to Afghanistan.
Army Warns Public to Ignore Fake Draft Notices via Text Message
U.S. Army Recruiting Command put out a message Jan. 7 warning the public to beware of fake draft notices, which have been circulating since tensions escalated with Iran this month.
One Casualty of the Pentagon’s Renewed Focus on Readiness: Army Tax Prep Centers
Soldiers and their families will have fewer places to go for free tax help this season, Military.com has learned.
Military Patients Will 'Absolutely Positively' See Better Care After Merger, DHA Head Says
The transition of military medical facilities to the Defense Health Agency's management should be invisible to patients, but they should notice improvements to care, the agency’s director says.
Troops on Middle East Snap Deployment May Be Entitled to These Extra Pays
The Pentagon compensates military personnel with special pays for time away from home and dangerous assignments.
Military Medical Merger Should Lead to Faster Hospital Admission, Officials Say
Patients should expect to be admitted faster and receive better access to specialized care at Joint Base Lewis-McChord's medical center as it adopts a streamlined patient admittance policy, according to an Army news release.
What About My Spouse? Confusion at Some Bases as New Commissary Access Begins
While some newly eligible veterans and caregivers were welcomed by commissaries and exchanges with cake and balloons, others were met with surprises on some base guest policies.
People Are Panicking About a Military Draft, Stop-Loss and IRR Activation. Here's the Reality
Military.com checked in with a military personnel expert and historian to help cut through the confusion and find out what is -- and what isn't -- likely when it comes to the draft, stop-loss and recalling veterans to service.
Can You Really Be Recalled to Active Duty at Any Time?
Did you know that, once you join the military, Uncle Sam may keep you there longer than you have planned -- or that you can be recalled to active duty once you get out or retire? There are several ways that can happen.
View Jobs at Ross Stores Inc. -- A Place Where Veterans Thrive
Ross Stores Inc. is committed to employing veterans and military spouses. We’ve found that transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses are a great fit for our culture and offer the qualities we seek in our associates.
VA Expands Agent Orange Claim Eligibility
The VA has added service aboard ships within 12 nautical miles of the coast of Vietnam and Cambodia to the list of what can qualify veterans and their children for possible health care and disability benefits due to exposure to the defoliant.
Tricare Panel Votes to End Coverage of Brand-Name Viagra, Cialis
Tricare would cover only the generic versions of Viagra and Cialis under a new policy passed by a Defense Health Agency (DHA) panel Jan. 8.
Long-Awaited ACFT Fitness Equipment Arrives at First Army Unit
The U.S. Army has begun issuing the long-awaited exercise equipment needed for the new Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) -- starting with the Kentucky National Guard.
$400k SGLI/VGLI Supplement from Less than $1 a Day
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The Top Cities for Veterans to Start Their Own Businesses
Using four specific criteria, the PenFed Foundation determined these cities were the best places for veteran entrepreneurs.
Tricare Now Covering Portable CPAP Machines for Deployed Troops
Tricare is now covering portable Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines backdated to Jan. 24, 2019, if certain conditions are met.
New Survey Shows Which Military Members Get Scammed the Most
Bank and lender scams bilk troops and veterans out of the most money -- an estimated $112 million since 2012 -- but job scams and identity theft are the most commonly reported, according to a new survey.
VA Releases Updated List of Agent Orange Exposure Locations
There were several locations outside Vietnam where military members could have been exposed.
Kentucky Commonwealth Veteran Benefits
The commonwealth of Kentucky provides several veteran benefits. This page explains them.
Iowa State Veteran Benefits
The state of Iowa provides several veteran benefits. This page offers a brief description of them.
Kansas State Veteran Benefits
The state of Kansas provides several veteran benefits. This page explains those benefits.
Some Civilians Who Served in Vietnam Are Getting Veteran Status
The civilians may be eligible for many state and federal benefits, as well as military decorations.
Indiana State Veteran Benefits
The state of Indiana provides several veteran benefits. This page explains many of them.
Illinois State Veteran Benefits
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Idaho State Veteran Benefits
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Hawaii State Veteran Benefits
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Alaska State Veteran Benefits
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California State Veteran Benefits
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Florida State Veteran Benefits
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Alabama State Veteran Benefits
The state of Alabama provides several veteran benefits. This page offers a brief description of each of those benefits.
Connecticut State Veteran Benefits
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Arkansas State Veteran Benefits
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Georgia State Veteran Benefits
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Arizona State Veteran Benefits
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Delaware State Veteran Benefits
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Colorado State Veteran Benefits
The state of Colorado provides several veteran benefits. This page explains some of them.
Firefighting Foam in Water Near Bases Gets Congressional Attention
Used for more than 50 years, firefighting foam contains chemicals that may cause many illnesses.
2020 Navy Federal Military Pay Deposit Dates
If you are a Navy Federal member, you can actually get your money before payday.
2020 USAA Military Pay Deposit Dates
If you are a USAA customer, you can actually get your money before payday.
VA Expands Agent Orange Claim Eligibility
The chemical killed any plants in its way, but it wasn’t particularly good for humans either.
How Much Does the 2020 Military Pay Raise Really Put In Your Pocket?
How does that 3.1% raise translate to real cash?
2020 CONUS COLA Rates Announced
The pay is for those who live in expensive locations.
Your VA Bills Can Now Be Seen Online
The "patient statements" will be sent by mail and posted online
All Veterans Would Get Dental Care Help Under This Proposed Plan
VA wants to refer veterans to outside care
Walmart Partners with VA on Telehealth Project
The VA is expanding telehealth to rural areas through partnerships with private companies and service organizations.
Students Get Free Travel to Visit Their Military Family Overseas
This little-known benefit is a really good deal.
2020 Military Payday Schedule
Check out our schedule of military pay days for 2020 to help you manage your finances.
Tricare Costs Changing in 2020
With the new year comes new insurance rates
This Is the 2020 Veteran Disability Pay Raise
The official veteran disability pay raise rate increases are out -- but how much more will you get?
Military Members, DoD Civilians Are Eligible for Free TSA Precheck
You can use it for personal travel too. Just be aware that you may make family members jealous.
Here’s the VA's Dependency Indemnity Compensation Rates Increase for 2020
Survivors will see a modest increase from 2019
Veteran & Survivor Pension Rates Increase For 2020
Many combat veterans and survivors are unaware they may qualify for a VA Pension.
Prison Inmates Raise Service Dogs for Disabled Veterans
Puppies Behind Bars offers fully trained service dogs for free.
Caregivers for Veterans Can Get Phone Support from the VA
Being a caregiver isn't for wimps. The VA offers help.
Schools Closed as Virginia Police Hunt Marine Deserter Wanted in Murder Case
Authorities have warned people to lock their doors after spotting a vehicle linked to a Marine deserter.
California Veterans Can Soon Get Free Pets
Starting in 2020, pet adoption fees at public shelters will be waived.
Wilderness Expeditions Help Combat Vets Adjust to Civilian Life
The healing power of nature has been known for centuries.
What Exactly Is the DoD Preferred Lodging Program?
Hint: It helps you avoid the "hotel from hell."
Seattle-Area Dentist Forms National Charity for Needy Veterans
Program harnesses the power of community to help needy combat veterans
Here's How One Veteran Found Therapy Through Diving
Diving can provide Veterans with a community, a sense of accomplishment, physical relief from injuries and therapeutic benefits.
How Horse Therapy Can Help Veterans
Also known as "equine therapy," veteran horse therapy is simply an experimental treatment involving interactions between a veteran and a horse.
VA and Medicare Team Up to Root Out Cheating Civilian Doctors
The VA doesn't want cheats to mess up its Mission program.
VA Partners with Guard Organization for Suicide Prevention
The program allows the VA to provide mental health resources to more than 400,000 National Guard members.
Military Benefits for Those Who Are Involuntarily Separated
An involuntary separation is different from a medical retirement, which carries its own set of procedures and benefits.
VA Not Doing Enough to Protect Veterans from Scams, GAO Finds
A GAO report said the VA needs to work harder at preventing fraud, especially that directed at older veterans.
Just What Is Open Season and Why Should You Care?
It's time to review and change your health insurance, if necessary.
You Can Now Join VA's Million Veterans Project Online
The program seeks to understand how genetics affects health and disease
'Fire in the Fog' as Army Launches Rocket Artillery in Europe for First Time in 16 Years
A hiss above a blanket of fog signaled the Army's launch of rocket artillery in Europe for the first time in 16 years.
Retired General Remains in Jail as Rape, Incest Trial Postponed Again
The two-star, who retired from the Army in 2005, was arrested Dec. 7, 2018.
Improvements Coming to Alaska Army Base as Troops Face Morale Challenges
Army leaders are promising to make upgrades at Fort Wainwright, aimed at improving the readiness and quality of life.
New Hampshire General Will Oversee Wisconsin Guard Changes
The National Guard Bureau in December announced it had uncovered multiple shortcomings in the Wisconsin Guard's protocols.
South Korean Man with Coronavirus from Pyeongtaek, US Military Says, Urging Caution
A man from a city close to Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base is one of four South Koreans with the potentially deadly disease.
Army Probes Handling of Illinois Sexual Assault Complaints
Illinois Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth sent a letter to Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy requesting an investigation.
General Says He 'Meant No Disrespect' with Tweet About Kobe Bryant's Death
The tweet about Kobe Bryant angered many on Twitter, resulting in more than 100 responses
Arizona's Longest-Living Veteran Dies in Tucson at Age 105
Sophie Yazzie enlisted with the U.S. Army Air Corps at age 28 and served until she was honorably discharged.
General: US Committed to Syria Fight; Missions up Against ISIS
Gen. Frank McKenzie traveled to five military outposts to meet with the troops.
Army Researchers Working to Protect Facial Recognition Software from Hacks
This safeguard would let future soldiers have confidence their AI systems are properly identifying a person of interest.
Ruling: Ex-Army Medic's 1-Day Sentence for Child Porn Not Enough
The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals sent the case back to the district court in Dayton for resentencing.
Army Identifies Reserve Soldier Killed in Syria Vehicle Rollover
He was conducting route-clearing operations at the time of the accident.
US Soldiers Seen as More Trustworthy Than Judges, New Poll Finds
Survey recipients were asked specifically about soldiers, but the word was intended to represent all U.S. troops.
Ranger Medics Save Lives in Afghanistan with Blood Transfusions While Under Fire
Two Army Rangers are alive today thanks to a program that is changing the way blood transfusions are done in combat.
Prospective Army Battalion COs Must Now Face Senior Officer Grilling, Psych Review
The Army has launched a new selection process for battalion commanders.
Illinois Town Sets Public Memorial for Soldier Killed in Afghanistan
The mayor said U.S. Army Spc. Miguel Villalon's death was "personal" to him.
Governor Selects Brigadier General to Lead Kansas National Guard
David Weishaar, who commands the Air Guard in Kansas as assistant adjutant general, has served in uniform for 39 years.
US Troops in Vicenza Investigated after Attack as Army Reviews Off-Limits Policies
Italian prosecutors are investigating several U.S. paratroopers after one of them was accused of punching a local man.
Destruction of Deadly Chemical Agent Sarin Begins at Army Depot in Kentucky
Full-scale destruction of the deadly chemical agent sarin began last week at the Blue Grass Army Depot.
Fort Bragg Paratroopers to Protect US Embassy in Iraq
The 82nd soldiers deployed to Central Command's area of operations Jan. 1-4.
Army's 10th Mountain Division Headed to Afghanistan as US Talks Withdrawal
The headquarters unit of the Army's 10th Mountain Division is headed to Afghanistan in the spring.
The Army Is Headed Back to the Drawing Board on Bradley Fighting Vehicle Replacement
The Army for the fourth time is overhauling the plan to replace its venerable Bradley Fighting Vehicle.
Two Immigrants, Pastor, Army Sergeant Guilty of Conspiracy to Commit Fraud
Each defendant was convicted of making at least one false statement to U.S. immigration authorities.
Towson Hires Former Maryland National Guard Head as First 'Leader-in-Residence'
General Linda Singh recently retired from her position as adjutant general of the Maryland Military Department.
Remains of Fallen US Soldier Returned to Fort Bragg
The family of Staff Sgt. Ian McLaughlin greeted his flag-draped casket at Pope Army Airfield.
Trijicon’s New Handheld Range-Finder Will Map the Wind for Extreme Accuracy
The Trijicon Ventus is the world's first handheld device with advanced wind mapping and wind detection.
Army Cancels $45 Billion Bradley Replacement Competition After Only One Bid Qualified
Two past efforts to replace the Bradley in 2009 and 2014 were canceled for cost-associated reasons.
US Veteran Among Alleged White Supremacists Arrested Before Gun Rally
The three men were believed to be planning to attend the pro-gun rally planned for Monday in Richmond.
Senators Demand Review of Army Reserve Sexual Assaults
Illinois Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth sent a letter to Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy.
Families of 82nd Airborne Soldiers Warned About Social Media Use After Threats
Family of soldiers deployed with the 82nd Airborne are being warned of "menacing" messages they might get on social media.
Army Secretary Calls for Slowdown of Military Health Care Merger
The timeline to consolidate the services' medical treatment facilities under the Tricare managing agency was shortened last year.
Former Fort Carson Soldier Gets Life in Prison in 2018 Drug Heist Slaying
A former soldier will spend the rest of his life in prison after a 2018 drug robbery that ended in a deadly shootout.
Army IDs Green Beret Killed During Free Fall Training Exercise
Master Sgt. Nathan Goodman, 36, died "during a routine military free fall" near Eloy, Arizona, according to a release.
Army, Navy Leaders Disagree over Who Is More Relevant in the Pacific
The secretary of the Army disagreed with the CNO's statements that the Navy should get a bigger piece of the defense budget.
This Lawmaker Is the Only Veteran on the Team Arguing for Trump’s Impeachment
Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, served with the 82nd Airborne Division and 75th Ranger Regiment.
Army Says Soldier Died in Arizona During 'Free Fall' Parachuting Exercise
The death of the soldier, who was not identified, happened near Eloy, Ariz.
Army May Send Missile-Defense Systems to Middle East to Counter Future Iran Strikes
Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy said that the Pentagon is considering deploying additional enabling capabilities to the region.
New Army Program Will Make Sure Prospective Battalion Commanders Are Fit to Lead
About 800 majors and lieutenant colonels will start an assessment course known as the Battalion Commander Assessment Program.
Army Picks 2 Firms to Build Light and Medium Robotic Combat Vehicles
The Army has announced that it plans to strike deals with QinetiQ North America and Textron to build versions of the RCV.
Army's New Sighting System Could Lead to Reckless Shooting and Fratricide, Experts Say
Army officials promise the RTA technology has performed well in soldier testing.
Army Picks Ammunition Maker for Its New Sniper Rifle
In a $10 million deal, Sig will manufacture the MK 248 MOD 1 and MOD 0 .300 Win Mag ammunition.
Former Soldier Pleads Guilty to Stealing Government Money During Deployment
A fifth soldier has pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy and receiving stolen government property, officials said.
Former SEAC Gave Product Endorsements, Used Staff As Personal Shoppers: Probe
Marine Gen. Joseph Dunford, then chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, announced in March that Troxell had been disciplined.
Army Deserter from Joint Base Lewis-McChord Arrested in Oregon
The Army had previously issued a statewide bulletin identifying Gardner as possibly armed and dangerous.
Army Adviser Team Will Head to Pacific as US Tries Again to Pivot
Security Force Assistance Brigades have so far deployed only to Afghanistan.
Retired Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher Strikes Back at SEALs Who Testified Against Him
Gallagher referred to some members of his former platoon as "cowards" and highlighted names, photos and duty status.
Now at Sea, USS Gerald R. Ford Enters a New Phase in its Path to Deployment
The Navy calls this process aircraft compatibility testing.
Navy Helicopter Crashes in Philippine Sea; 5 Crewmembers Safe
It's not clear what caused the aircraft to go down.
Sailor in Rescue Squadron Dies While Snorkeling on Guam
Petty Officer 3rd Class Daniel Perez was found unresponsive and pulled from the water.
Norfolk Naval Shipyard's History-Rich Dry Dock to Get $200 Million Renovation
Dry Dock 4 opened in April 1919, the first of three dry docks built during the yard’s World War I expansion.
The Navy Is Making Big Changes to the Way it Plans for Future Ships
On Friday, Modly said basing the plans on a 10-year view of future threats is more realistic.
More Sailors Are Reenlisting. Leaders Say It's Because Navy Culture Is Changing
The Navy is ditching mantras like, "Family didn't come in your seabag, shipmate," to appeal to new generations.
Naval Station Great Lakes On Lockdown After Car Passes Security Without Credentials
In a tweet, everyone was told to "take cover in nearest building or structure. Await instructions. All gates are closed."
Navy Looks into Videos on Pornhub Showing Service Members Undressing
Some of the videos feature the service members wearing uniforms showing their names on patches.
Navy Honors Sailor Killed at Fort Story who Chased After Gate Runner
Oscar Jesus Temores’ family and hundreds of base personnel gathered Thursday at a theater on Little Creek.
Naval Station Great Lakes Lockdown Lifted; Employee Passed Security Without Showing Credentials
Sheppard said in a statement that "the driver did not follow directions of the gate sentry."
Navy Warns Mail-In DNA Kits Could Bring 'Unwelcome' Family News
Military leaders have been sounding the alarm about security concerns over popular mail-in genetics kits.
V-22 Osprey Designed for the Navy Makes First Flight
A CMV-22B Osprey conducted its first flight operation at Bell's Amarillo Assembly Center in Texas.
3 Sailors from USS Eisenhower Charged in Connection with Holiday Party Fight
Three sailors from the Eisenhower have been charged in connection with the Dec. 17 brawl at a holiday party in Norfolk.
US Sends Warship Through Taiwan Strait Days After Island Reelects Separatist Leader
The Yokosuka-based guided-missile cruiser USS Shiloh sailed through the strait on Thursday.
Navy Carrier Lincoln Back from Record-Setting 295-Day Deployment
Thousands of sailors are in San Diego after completing the longest carrier deployment since the end of the Cold War.
'An Embarrassment to the Navy:' Modly Censures Chief Accused of Taking $10K in Gifts
The "Fat Leonard" scandal has resulted in bribery charges against several high-ranking officers and senior enlisted sailors.
Two More Aircraft Carriers to Bring Boost of Almost $2 Billion to San Diego in 2020
San Diego is poised to become the home port of three Nimitz-class nuclear aircraft carriers in 2020.
Members of Congress Visit Navy Shipbuilder Amid Talk of Cuts
The tour came several weeks after a memo was leaked that outlined an initial Navy proposal to cut shipbuilding.
The Navy Once Called Him an ‘Unknown Negro Sailor.’ Now It’s Naming a Carrier After Him
The Navy's acting secretary is breaking with tradition to name a powerful aircraft carrier in his honor.
Navy to Name Aircraft Carrier for Pearl Harbor Hero Miller
Miller was the first African American to receive the Navy Cross for valor.
Ex-Guantanamo Commander Convicted of Lying about Man's Death
A jury convicted Capt. Nettleton of obstruction of justice, concealing material facts, and making false statements.
Navy Review Backs Planned Expansion of Nevada Bombing Range
The expanded range would cover an area half the size of Delaware.
Appeals Court Overturns Former Naval Academy Midshipman's Sexual Assault Conviction
Court documents called the 2016 incident "an alcohol-fueled sexual encounter."
US Military Should Pivot Away from Fixed Bases and Focus on China Threat: Lawmaker
If Iran can easily target U.S. installations in the Middle East with ballistic missiles, imagine what China could do.
Destroyer Commander Fired After Navy Loses Confidence in His Ability to Lead
Cmdr. Bob Bowen was fired "due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command."
China's Antics Are a 'Game-Changer' for the Navy and Marine Corps, 4-Star Says
The U.S. needs an integrated naval force that is prepared to take on China, Marine Commandant Gen. David Berger said.
Navy LCS Gun Could Get Potent Airburst Rounds to Take Out Drones
Crews on littoral combat ships could soon be armed with powerful rounds that can blast hard-to-hit drones out of the sky.
DoD to Announce New Base Security Measures Worldwide in Wake of Pensacola Shooting
Esper will provide Naval Air Station Pensacola leadership with a preview of new security measures being developed.
Navy Captain Testifies about Drunken Fight that Preceded Civilian Worker's Death
Nettleton was removed as commander of Guantanamo Bay Naval Base following the death of a civilian worker in 2015.
Coast Guard Wrapping Up Study on Why Minority Members Leave the Service
The Coast Guard will wrap up a study examining why minority service members are leaving its ranks.
Pensacola Heroes: How 2 Marines and an Injured Sailor Saved Lives During Mass Shooting
The troops' courageous acts were highlighted by U.S. Attorney General William Barr this week.
Navy's Top Admiral Has No Apologies Over Carrier Lincoln's Extra-Long Deployment
The carrier deployed in April 2019. Last week, the ship arrived in Hawaii before making its final trek to San Diego.
Army, Navy Leaders Disagree over Who Is More Relevant in the Pacific
The secretary of the Army disagreed with the CNO's statements that the Navy should get a bigger piece of the defense budget.
Former Navy Admiral Says UFO Analyses 'Inconclusive'
Retired Admiral Gary Roughead said that the UFOs that appeared on videos recorded in 2004 and 2015 remain a mystery.
3 Who Brought Mortar Round to Gate at Pearl Harbor Released
The vehicle's occupants were released Wednesday, and it's not clear if they will face charges.
Unmanned Vessels Won't Count as Warships in Next Navy Force Assessment: CNO
The Navy's new force structure assessment won't include new high-tech unmanned vessels the service has been testing.
Leonardo Will Provide Navy's Next Training Helicopter
The U.S. Navy has awarded the company Leonardo a $176 million contract to replace its TH-57B/C Sea Ranger helicopters.
Navy SEAL Pleads Not Guilty to Murdering Special Forces Staff Sgt. Logan Melgar
Chief Special Warfare Operator Tony E. DeDolph also requested a trial by a military jury.
Navy Lt. Kayla Barron Completes Astronaut Training, Sets Her Sights on the Stars
Kayla Barron can now be a little more specific about what she does for a living.
Report: Board Finds No Reason to Separate USS Fitzgerald Lieutenant for Role in Collision
Lt. Natalie Combs was censured in April for failure to perform her duties.
The Battle Against Rust a $3 Billion Problem for the Navy
A 2014 report pegged the cost for Navy ships at $3 billion, a quarter of their overall maintenance expenses.
Keel Laid for Future Destroyer Named for World War II Hero
The ship is named for Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone.
US Adding Firepower and Outreach in Pacific to Counter China
Top-ranking military commanders raised concern over a China that has claimed much of the South China Sea.
New Hampshire General Will Oversee Wisconsin Guard Changes
The National Guard Bureau in December announced it had uncovered multiple shortcomings in the Wisconsin Guard's protocols.
Pentagon Should Explore Renting Refuelers Amid KC-46 Delays, General Says
Gen. Lyons said that the aerial refueling element "is the most stressed and probably the one that's pushing the red line."
Official: Remains of 2 US Troops Recovered from Afghan Crash Site
They were the only two people aboard the Air Force E-11A electronic surveillance aircraft when it went down on Monday.
Air Force Moves Forward with F-15EX Fighter Jet Buy
The Air Force announced it will sole-source two contracts, one for the F-15EX and the other for its F110 engines.
The Hilarious and Totally Real Reason the F-22 Can't Be Hacked
In today's U.S. Air Force, the F-22 – one of the most advanced fighters ever made – runs on an operating system that's something like MS-DOS.
Air Force E-11A Networking Plane Has Crashed in Afghanistan, Top General Confirms
The plane reportedly crashed in the Taliban-controlled Ghazni province.
US Conducted Record-Setting Bomb Drops Over Afghanistan in 2019
According to stats published by Air Forces Central Command, fighter, attack and drones dropped 7,423 bombs last year.
Vermont Guard Personnel Doing F-35 Training in Florida
The guard members will learn more about flying and maintaining the F-35 fighters.
Kirtland Airman Facing Court-Martial in Fatal Crash
A Kirtland Air Force Base spokesperson said the date of the court-martial is pending.
Hundreds of Military Explosives Found at California Home Were Replicas
An ordnance disposal team from Travis Air Force Base was called to help deal with the devices .
New York Airman Dies During Deployment to Antarctica
Staff Sgt. George Girtler IV died of natural causes on Jan. 11 at McMurdo Station, the Air Force said in a statement.
Senator Calls on DoD to Investigate Claims C-130J Workers Exposed to Chemical Hazards
Are manufacturers working on the Lockheed Martin-made C-130J Super Hercules being exposed to hazardous chemicals?
3 US Military Veterans Killed in Australia C-130 Water Bomber Crash
The three American firefighters who were killed while helping to battle the wildfires in Australia have been identified.
Enlisted and Need Advice? The SEAC Wants to Hear from You
Colon-Lopez sees his mission as being the chairman's "sensor, synchronizer and integrator" to the enlisted force.
Governor Selects Brigadier General to Lead Kansas National Guard
David Weishaar, who commands the Air Guard in Kansas as assistant adjutant general, has served in uniform for 39 years.
Conservationists Worry that Mountain Home Training Expansion Could Impact Wildlife
The Air Force wants to lower supersonic flight floors in order to provide pilots with more realistic training opportunities.
After Successful Data Transfer Between F-35 and F-22, Air Force Plans New Tests
he U.S. Air Force plans to conduct additional tests at its combatant commands of a sophisticated data-sharing system.
Air Force Captain who Fled Court-Martial Hearing Found Dead
Capt. Kevin Larson did not appear for a court-martial hearing at Nellis Air Force Base.
Wrong-Side Drivers Near Air Base Used by US Worry UK Police
Police have not indicated if the cars in the other incidents had any connections to the Air Force base.
US, Japan Defense Officials Discuss How to Address Chemical Contamination Near American Bases
Tokyo officials detected the chemicals, commonly known as PFOS and PFOA, in two wells near Yokota Air Base.
The B-52 Will No Longer Carry Certain Nuclear Weapons. Here's Why
The B-52 Stratofortress will no longer carry the B61-7 and B83-1 nuclear gravity bombs as it prepares to carry the new long-range standoff weapon, known as LRSO.
After Military Social Media Flubs, 4-Star Promises Improvements
One of the Pentagon's top officers says the military still has a long way to go to reach Americans online effectively.
Air Force Two-Star Fired Amid Investigation into Misconduct Allegations
The investigation is ongoing.
Facing Accusations of Sexual Assault, General Says He Wants to Help Victims
The Joint Staff is getting a special assistant to support troops facing issues including sexual assault and domestic abuse.
Lockdown Ends at Air Base; Resulted from 'Misunderstanding'
The McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base was on lockdown Wednesday after receiving reports of shots being fired.
All-Female USAF Team Wins Bomb-Building Competition with 'Rosie the Riveter' Tribute
The Bouncing Bettys, the six-airman team, was from the 31st Munition Squadron and the 731st Munition Squadron.
Gen. Jay Raymond Sworn in as First Space Force Leader
Vice President Mike Pence presided over the historic swearing-in ceremony of the first leader of the U.S. Space Force.
Air Force Investigating Death of 2 Airmen at Spangdahlem Air Base
Airman 1st Class Xavier Leaphart and Airman 1st Class Aziess Whitehurst were found unresponsive in a dormitory room.
1st Air Force Unit Begins 'Beta Testing' No-Fail Practice PT Test
Airmen who fall under Air Force Materiel Command will start to see a new option when it comes to their physical fitness test.
Air Force Colonel to Become First Female Wing Commander of Georgia Air National Guard
There will be a In a change-of-command ceremony Sunday at the Museum of Aviation.
Air Force Agrees to Pease Health Study amid Cancer Concerns
The study will be conducted by the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine's Epidemiology Consult Service.
Pensacola Shooter Visited 9/11 Memorial Before Rampage, US Attorney General Says
The Saudi who killed three at a Florida Navy installation was inspired by jihadist ideology, the U.S. attorney general said.
State Fines Air Force $1.7M Over Base Wastewater Monitoring Near Clovis
The New Mexico Environment Department has asked the Air Force for the money within 30 days.
4 Iraqi Servicemen Wounded by Rocket Attack on Air Base
Six rockets struck Balad Air Base.
What About My Spouse? Confusion at Some Bases as New Commissary Access Begins
Some newly eligible patrons have reported they were told they could not bring a guest with them.
US Rep. Collins Apologizes for Saying Democrats Are 'in Love with Terrorists'
U.S. Rep. Doug Collins served as a chaplain in the Air Force Reserve and deployed to Iraq in 2008.
Britain Seeks Extradition of US Diplomat's Wife over Teen's Death
The State Department responded by saying such an extradition would be "an abuse" because the woman had diplomatic immunity.
MacDill Air Force Base Briefly Placed on Lockdown Amid Active Shooter Reports
The Florida Air Force base that houses two of the military's unified combatant commands was briefly on lockdown.
2 Men Arrested, Accused of Trying to Drive Through Air Force Base with Marijuana, Gun
Both men told Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office deputies they were trying to get to a transmission shop.
Two Spangdahlem Airmen Found Dead in Dormitory Room
Military officials at Spangdahlem are investigating the deaths of two airmen found dead in a base dormitory room Thursday.
Ruling Barring Discharge of HIV-Positive Airmen Upheld
An injunction barring the Trump administration from discharging two Air Force members who are HIV-positive was upheld Friday.
Mother of Captured Journalist, Veteran Tice Blames US Official for 'Stalling' Her Son’s Return
Tice said she believes that Trump is working to bring her son home but she blames the delay on an unknown individual.
Corporal Gets Nearly 6 Years for Fatal Shooting of Fellow Marine
The shooting took place around 9:30 p.m. on April 12 at the U.S. Marine Corps Air Station in Beaufort, South Carolina.
Marines Get 1st F-35 Fighter Jet that Can Operate on an Aircraft Carrier
A California-based Marine Corps squadron has received its first F-35C Joint Strike Fighter jet.
3 US Military Veterans Killed in Australia C-130 Water Bomber Crash
The three American firefighters who were killed while helping to battle the wildfires in Australia have been identified.
Marine Raiders Led Counterattack to al-Shabaab Strike in Kenya: Reports
Officials with Marine Corps Special Operations Command and AFRICOM declined to confirm the reports about the Raiders.
US General Says Troop Surge in Middle East May Not End Soon
The top U.S. commander in the Middle East said the most recent forces to enter the region could be there for "quite a while.”
Tamara Campbell Won't Stop Advocating for Survivors of Domestic Violence
HuffPost published a story about Campbell as part of a series of stories about domestic violence in the military.
Trijicon’s New Handheld Range-Finder Will Map the Wind for Extreme Accuracy
The Trijicon Ventus is the world's first handheld device with advanced wind mapping and wind detection.
Marine's Moving Truck Gets Stolen with His Father's Ashes Inside
Surveillance footage from the hotel parking lot shows the thieves getting into the truck and driving away.
After Fatal Aircraft Collision, Marines Will Get Better Emergency Signal Devices
In 2020, every Marine squadron will receive new signaling devices that automatically activate when they touch water.
Marines to Get New Lightweight Polymer Ammo for 'Ma Deuce' Machine Gun
The Marine Corps has inked a $10M contract with MAC LLC for new lightweight polymer machine-gun ammunition.
China's Antics Are a 'Game-Changer' for the Navy and Marine Corps, 4-Star Says
The U.S. needs an integrated naval force that is prepared to take on China, Marine Commandant Gen. David Berger said.
US Military Should Pivot Away from Fixed Bases and Focus on China Threat: Lawmaker
If Iran can easily target U.S. installations in the Middle East with ballistic missiles, imagine what China could do.
Hawaii-Based Marine Sentenced to 3 Years for Weapons Charges
A military judge sentenced a Hawaii-based Marine to a 36-month prison term on charges of possession of a modified firearm.
Pensacola Heroes: How 2 Marines and an Injured Sailor Saved Lives During Mass Shooting
The troops' courageous acts were highlighted by U.S. Attorney General William Barr this week.
Keel Laid for Future Destroyer Named for World War II Hero
The ship is named for Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone.
US Adding Firepower and Outreach in Pacific to Counter China
Top-ranking military commanders raised concern over a China that has claimed much of the South China Sea.
Police: Marine Shot while Home to Attend His Great-Grandmother's Funeral
Chance Jammal Kelley, a 19-year-old Marine stationed in South Carolina, was shot multiple times.
Troops on Middle East Snap Deployment May Be Entitled to These Extra Pays
The service members that the Pentagon recently ordered to the Middle East for emergency deployment may get some special pays.
Marine Command Group at Major Recruiting Station Fired for Failing to Meet Mission
The command group of a major Marine recruiting station have been fired for not fulfilling their mission.
Man who Killed US Marine Sentenced to Life in Prison
Dawan Mulazim was convicted in October of intentional murder, first-degree robbery and second-degree assault.
Marine Vet Lawmaker Tells Military to Question the Orders They're Given by Trump
Rep. Seth Moulton, a former presidential candidate, made the remarks in a speech at the Atlantic Council on Thursday.
'Fleet Marine Force' Is Back as Commandant Pushes Return to Naval Roots
The "Fleet Marine Force" label will replace the "operating force" term Marines have used in recent decades.
The Marines Still Haven't Found 2 Rifles That Went Missing at Lejeune
Few details are known about the circumstances that led to the gear disappearing.
Secret Service: Former Marine Faked His Way Past President's Security Checkpoints at Airport
A man claiming to be "security" for Marine One used bogus credentials to bypass two security checkpoints.
A Lance Corporal's Phone Selfie Got His Marine Unit 'Killed' at 29 Palms
Phones are proving to be a major potential vulnerability in military operations.
Feds Say Former Sergeant Posed as a Marine Officer to Help Friend Bring Guns into Haiti
An affidavit says the Marine wore a uniform with the rank of captain, despite leaving active duty as a sergeant.
Marine Vet Congressman Duncan Hunter Resigns After Corruption Conviction
Hunter's departure is effective Jan. 13.
No, the Marines Are Not Calling Up Individual Ready Reservists amid Rising Mideast Tensions
A prank story on social media says that the 2nd Marine Division is involuntarily mobilizing Marines from the IRR.
Letter Appearing to Signal US Iraq Pullout Was 'Honest Mistake,' Top General Says
A "draft letter" suggesting a troop withdrawal was imminent circulated Monday, causing confusion.
North Carolina Service Member Charged in Death of Two-Year-Old Child
First responders attempted emergency life-saving measures on the two-year-old child, but were unsuccessful.
US Suspends Anti-ISIS Mission in Iraq to Protect Against Iranian Reprisals
U.S. troops in Iraq will focus on force protection against expected retaliation for the killing of an Iranian general.
Thousands of Marines Head to Middle East on Navy Ship as Iran Pledges Retaliation
The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan, its crew and roughly 2,200 Marines aboard are moving to the Middle East.
Government Vehicle Crashes into the Marsh near Parris Island
Military police are investigating an accident after a government vehicle crashed into a marsh near the gates to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.
Marine Corps Offering Former Reserve Pilots $30K to Return to Service
The Marine Corps is offering some former Reserve pilots lucrative bonuses to get them back in the cockpit.
Hanukkah Stabbing Suspect Left Boot Camp After Failing Drug Test, Lawyer Says
Grafton Thomas had also broken his wrist, the attorney said.
US Troops Fire Tear Gas at Pro-Iran Protesters in Iraq
Marines guarding the embassy fired tear gas after the protesters lit a fire on the roof of the reception area.
Some Marines Get OK to Carry Concealed Firearms After Deadly Shootings
Marine Corps law enforcement professionals can now carry privately owned weapons "for personal protection."
Hanukkah Stabbing Suspect Was Kicked Out of Marine Corps Boot Camp
Grafton Thomas shipped off to Marine Corps boot camp in 2002, but never completed it.
Three Lawsuits Filed in San Diego over Marine Corps Families' Housing Conditions
Three lawsuits have been filed in San Diego against Lincoln Military Housing.
A 1980 Coast Guard Disaster Killed 23. Here's One Hero's Story.
It’s been 40 years since the Coast Guard suffered the worst peacetime tragedy in its history.
Coast Guard Finds Body of Man who Went Overboard Cruise Ship: Report
The search for a Florida man who went overboard from Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas in Puerto Rico has ended.
The 'Little Coast Guard Guy' Makes Waves on National Level
Joe Rodriguez has excelled in the classroom and developed into one of the best swimmers in program history.
Coast Guard Hunts for Cruise Ship Passenger off Puerto Rico
Coast Guard spokesman Ricardo Castrodad said the incident involved the Oasis of the Seas ship.
Coast Guard Officer Accused of Plotting Attack Asks for Leniency
Hasson, 50, has pleaded guilty to gun and drug charges and is scheduled to be sentenced Jan. 31.
Group Has Raised $56 Million for Coast Guard Museum
Construction of the museum has been pushed back due to two other projects scheduled for New London.
Coast Guard Helps Rescue Fishermen After Capsized Boat Found off Oregon Coast
Three fishermen were rescued Tuesday night after the U.S. Coast Guard found their boat capsized near Coos Bay, Oregon.
Coast Guard Wrapping Up Study on Why Minority Members Leave the Service
The Coast Guard will wrap up a study examining why minority service members are leaving its ranks.
Deadly Boat Fire: 4 Families of Victims File Suit Against Conception Owners
Documents filed in federal court allege the vessel, which was owned by Truth Aquatics, was "unseaworthy."
NC Man Arrested with Assault Weapon Rifle, Body Armor at Cape May, Police Say
Officials did not say what, if anything, Dustin A. Peters planned to do with the weapons.
Coast Guard Technician Sentenced for Murdering 2 Co-Workers
James Wells was convicted in October of killing Electrician's Mate First Class James Hopkins and Richard Belisle.
Company Hired to Extract Cargo Ship Months After it Capsized
The ship’s pilot and 23 crew members were all safely rescued, including four men trapped for 36 hours.
Coast Guard Captures 9 Cuban Migrants at Sea near the Florida Keys
Eight of the Cuban migrants were repatriated to Cuba on Saturday.
Coast Guard Boat Capsizes in Oregon; All 4 Crew Members Rescued
Coast Guard officials at the command center in Seattle received four alerts as well as several witness reports.
In Ever-Changing Bay Area, Coast Guard Captain Has Complex Assignment
The Bay Area is home to the nation's third-largest ferry system and fourth-busiest port.
'Captain Marvel' Effect? Air Force Academy Sees Most Female Applicants in 5 Years
Women make up 28.6% of the 2020 applicant class.
Coast Guard Rescues Ill Cruise Ship Passenger in Pacific
The Coast Guard dispatched a C-27 Spartan airplane from Sacramento and an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter from San Diego.
5 Alaska Fishing Boat Crew Members Feared Dead as Coast Guard Calls Off Search
The Coast Guard said it used helicopters, planes and a boat to look for the missing crew members for 20 hours.
Coast Guard Medevacs Ailing Man from Cruise Ship off New Jersey Coast
The crew of an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter from Air Station Atlantic City rendezvoused with the ship and winched the man.
Before Conception Boat Fire, Captains Say Coast Guard Safety Rule Was Ignored
There are growing questions about whether the operator of the Conception regularly had roving watches on its boats.
Coast Guard, Congress Still Working to Address Harassment, Officials Say
A congressional committee spent more than a year investigating how the Coast Guard responds to complaints.
Coast Guard Seaman Headed to Court-Martial over Alaska Death
The court-martial is expected to take place in 2020.
Remains of 6 Recovered from Kauai Helicopter Crash
The Coast Guard Dolphin helicopter crew conducted search patterns throughout the night.
Wreckage Found of Hawaii Tour Helicopter Carrying 7
The wreckage of a helicopter carrying seven people to one of the most rugged coastlines in Hawaii was found Friday.
Coast Guard Awards Heroism Medals for Daring Hurricane Harvey Rescues
Four Coast Guard members who saved dozens during a 2017 storm have been awarded prestigious medals for their heroism.
Coast Guard Is Ready to Clear Frozen Waterways
The Coast Guard is placing special ice buoys this month and will begin breaking ice once it forms.
A Third of Boats Exempted from Coast Guard Fire Safety Rules Are Based in California
The Conception, on which 34 people died in a Labor Day fire off the Santa Barbara coast, was among more than 100 California boats
Coast Guard Offloads $312 Million Worth of Seized Cocaine
An estimated $312 million worth of cocaine seized from smugglers in the Pacific Ocean has been brought to San Diego.
Ousters, New Deployments and Supercarrier Woes: The Top Military Stories of 2019
It's perhaps unsurprising that the dominant themes have been turnover and conflict -- internal as well as external.
Battery Dangers Got Little Attention from Coast Guard Before Conception Fire
Officials are still working to determine the cause of the fire.
Overturned Ship's Fuel Tanks Drained of 320,000 Gallons
The Coast Guard said in November that the job could take another year.
Coast Guard Starts Ice-Breaking Work in Western Great Lakes
Officials said they have started what they call “Operation Taconite” in Lake Superior and Lake Michigan.
Congress Criticizes How Coast Guard Investigates Harassment Claims
The report also found Coast Guard leaders didn't hold officials accountable for deficient investigations.
Coast Guard Admiral Criticized Ahead of Hearing on Harassment at Academy
Vice Admiral Michael McAllister will testify on behalf of the Coast Guard.
Coast Guard Seizes 9,300 Pounds of Cocaine During Recent Patrol
The drugs seized are valued at $165 million.
Coast Guard Rescues Florida Dog Spotted Swimming for its Life
The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach safely pulled the dog on board their vessel.
Coast Guard, Navy Boats Collide in Alaska; 9 Injured
Both vessels were damaged. The incident is under investigation.
US Warship Seizes Suspected Iran Missile Parts Set for Yemen
A Navy warship has seized a "significant cache" of suspected Iranian guided missile parts headed to rebels in Yemen.
17 Migrants Rescued by Coast Guard After Trying to Enter US on Thanksgiving
Authorities removed 14 Haitian migrants and three Bahamian migrants.
WWII Veteran Returns Coast Guard Flag to Ship after Decades
Alex Obrizok, 96, decided to return the flag after meeting a women who recently served on the USS Tampa.
Coast Guard Carries Michigan Christmas Trees to Chicago to Honor 1912 Shipwreck
2019 marks the 20th anniversary of modern "Christmas Tree Ship."
New York Waterway Modifies Routes After Coast Guard Inspections
New York Waterway is modifying some service after Coast Guard inspectors found 23 of its 32 ferries “operationally unfit.”
Removal of Capsized Ship Could Take More Than a Year: Coast Guard
The Golden Ray could be part of the skyline on St. Simons and Jekyll island for the next year and beyond.
Coast Guard Repatriates 13 Dominican Republic Migrants
The Coast Guard said it called off the search for three men who spotted land and left their boat to attempt to swim to shore.
Coast Guardsman Charged with Murder Released from Brig amid Change in Charges
Seaman Ethan W. Tucker was arrested August 28 after a Coast Guard investigation into the death of Seaman Ethan Kelch.
Coast Guard Moves Alabama Training After Swimmers Fall Ill
News outlets report training has been moved from Mobile Bay to the Gulf of Mexico.
Coast Guard Seizes Shocking $69 Million Worth of Cocaine from Drug-Running Sub
Video shows the crew of the Cutter Harriet Lane removing 5,000 pounds of cocaine from the semi-submersible vessel.
