As Afghanistan War Ends, General Sees New Opportunities for Special Operations

The end of the war in Afghanistan will spark a new era of opportunities for SOCOM to prepare for the future, Army Gen. Richard Clarke said.

Air Force Tells Congress It Needs Major Funding for Military Construction Backlog

The service is ready to tackle its maintenance and construction backlog, officials said.

Rocket from Gaza Kills 2; Israel Topples 6-Story Building

A rocket launched from Gaza killed two Thai workers in southern Israel, hours after Israeli airstrikes toppled a six-story building.

Russia's Northernmost Base Projects its Power Across Arctic

Russia's northernmost military base is bristling with missiles and radar and its extended runway can handle all types of aircraft.

Free Health Care for All Troops Is Key Priority, National Guard General Tells Congress

Lack of easy access to mental health services may be compounding the suicide issue in the National Guard, its top officer told lawmakers.

2 US Military Pilots Eject from a Qatari F-15 at Illinois Airport

The incident occurred at 7:30 a.m. local time, local media reported. Both pilots sustained minor injuries, the service said.

Slain Afghan Interpreter’s Family Approved to Come to US, Advocates Say

The man, known by the pseudonym Mohammad, worked for 12 years for the U.S. Embassy and military in Afghanistan.

A Veteran War Correspondent Takes a 'Last Patrol' Through Middle America

Sebastian Junger, author of New York Times bestseller "The Perfect Storm" and producer of definitive war documentaries "Restrepo" and "Korengal," is hiding from the authorities.

Army Brigade Commander Fired After Personal Misconduct Investigation

Col. Matt Foulk took command of the 35th Signal Brigade in July 2019. He previously served at the U.S. Army War College.

Aircraft Competing to Be the New SpecOps 'Armed Overwatch' Plane Now Face a Tough Series of Tests

SOCOM announced it had awarded $19.2 million in contracts to five vendors producing prototype aircraft for Armed Overwatch.

Biden Raises Cease-Fire, Civilian Toll in Call to Netanyahu

President Joe Biden expressed support for a cease-fire between Israel and Gaza's militant Hamas rulers.

USS Gerald R. Ford Returning to Newport News this Summer for Modernization Work

The Ford’s stay at pier 2 will probably stretch into the early months of next year.

US Approves Release of Oldest Guantanamo Prisoner, Lawyer Says

Saifullah Paracha has been held on suspicion of ties to al-Qaida but never charged with a crime.

Not So Fast, Vets: Mask Mandate Still in Place at VA Hospitals

While the VA lifted mask mandates in some locations, they remain in place for VA health facilities.

Pentagon Needs Better Data on Domestic Abuse in the Military Community, Audit Finds

The DoD recorded more than 42,000 incidents of domestic abuse in its population from 2015 to 2019, but the real number is likely higher.

Two Navy T-45 Trainer Aircraft Collide in Texas; One Pilot Treated for Minor Injuries

One of the aircraft landed safely back at NAS Kingsville. The second trainer's instructor and student pilot ejected near Ricardo.

These Are the 5 Planes Vying to Be AFSOC's New Armed Overwatch Aircraft

USOCOM announced it has awarded contracts to five companies to produce prototype aircraft for its Armed Overwatch program.

More Than 70 Years after He Died Fighting for His Country, a Soldier from SC Returned Home

Cpl. Ralph Boughman's remains arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawaii and were positively identified in April 2020.

Navy Wants to Build 10K Homes, 2 Hotels and More on California Site

The Navy wants to work alongside private developers to replace its obsolete hangars along Interstate 5 with new facilities.

Louisiana Man to Command Modern Version of WWII-Era Ship

As a youngster, Matt Noland explored the USS Kidd Veterans Museum, and the WWII-era ship played a part in his decision to follow a career in the Navy.

More Female Soldiers Are Passing the ACFT, But Their Scores Still Trail Men's

Data from the Army's Training and Doctrine Command shows the fail rate for women in 2019 was 79% and dipped to 60% in 2020.

Calls Mount for Gaza-Israel Cease-Fire, Greater US Efforts

U.N. Security Council diplomats and Muslim foreign ministers convened emergency weekend meetings.

Afghan Cease-Fire Ends Amid Calls for Fresh Peace Talks

Even as the Taliban and government signed on to the cease-fire, violence continued unabated in Afghanistan.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Unit's New Night-Vision Equipment Generating Buzz Online for Otherworldly Images

The Lancer Brigade is the first unit on JBLM to use the new Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binoculars.

Town Turns Out to Lay World War II Veteran to Rest in Kentucky

A sailor with the battleship USS Oklahoma, Martin D. Young was killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.

Damage Assessment Begins on Overturned Cargo Ship after Fire

The wreckage caught fire as workers used torches to cut into the hull.

After 15 Years, the Navy's Littoral Combat Ships Are Still in Search of a Mission

Some sailors have assigned this ignominious nickname to the LCS: Little Crappy Ships.

Japan, US, France Hold Military Drill Eyeing China Presence

The drills come as Japan looks to bolster its military capabilities amid a deepening territorial row with China.

Soldiers Who Perished on Secret Mission Are Memorialized

Families of more than 20 of the fallen soldiers were on hand for the unveiling of a memorial in Columbia Falls, Maine.

Biden Expresses 'Grave Concern' to Netanyahu, Tells Abbas Rocket Fire Must 'Cease'

Defense Secretary Austin "reaffirmed Israel's right to defend itself" in a phone call with his Israeli counterpart.

Space Force CO Who Got Holiday Call from Trump Fired Over Comments Decrying Marxism in the Military

His recently self-published book focuses on the impact of a neo-Marxist agenda at the ground level within the military.

US and Greece Working on Deal to Expand Military Cooperation in the Mediterranean

The deal could "bring in more locations" where U.S. troops can operate in Greece.

VMI Gets 1st Female Commander of Corps of Cadets

Cadet Kasey Meredith is the first female regimental commander in VMI’s 182-year history.

Israeli Military Accused of Using Media to Trick Hamas

The vaguely worded statement further strained what has often been a rocky relationship between the IDF and the foreign media.

'Nihao Mars': China's Zhurong Rover Touches Down on Red Planet

China is the first country to carry out an orbiting, landing and roving operation during its first mission to Mars.

Belarus Military Officer Sentenced for Leaking Document on Government Crackdown

President Lukashenko stripped 80 military and police officers of their ranks over their suspected links to the opposition.

Acclimation Period Before Marine Corps Boot Camp Could Stave Off 'Recruit Crud'

Leaders say recruits are performing better and dropping out of training less often when they start fully rested.

One in Custody in Connection with Incident at Joint Base Andrews

Aerial footage by 7News DC showed what appeared to be a bomb squad robot investigating a sedan parked 50 feet away from the base's main gate.

Former Marine Who Pleaded Guilty to Decades of Sex Trafficking Sentenced to 30 Years

Jesse Gabriel Marks, 38, pleaded guilty last September to charges of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion.

VA Will Reexamine Agent Orange Claims It Previously Denied

'Blue water' Navy veterans who served offshore and were exposed to the deadly herbicide are now eligible for compensation.

Guard's DC Deployment Could Become Permanent as Lawmakers Eye $200M Quick Reaction Force

The bill follows recommendations by a task force that examined the U.S. Capitol's security measures.

Former Army Green Beret Gets 15 Years for Russian Espionage

The sentence of 15 years and 8 months imposed on Peter Dzibinski Debbins was largely in line with the 17-year term sought by prosecutors.

Veteran of Three Wars, 95, Had One Final Wish. How His Family Made it Happen

Aided by his hospice nurses and eldest daughter, vet Joseph Eagers Jr., 95, felt the cool sea breeze and listened to the waves wash upon the shore.

Vandenberg Air Force Base to Be Renamed as Space Force Base

The name will be changed to Vandenberg Space Force Base during an afternoon ceremony Friday on the parade field at the sprawling California base.

DoD Drops Mask Requirement for Fully Vaccinated Troops, Staff

The Defense Department lifted its mandate requiring staff and service members to wear masks following new coronavirus guidelines from the CDC.

Tokyo-Based Ospreys with Guns Visible Draw More Complaints from Anti-Base Group

Japanese peace activists are upset about Air Force CV-22 Osprey aircraft flying over Tokyo with the barrels of their unloaded machine guns visible.

After 8 Years of Effort, Senate Has Votes It Needs to Overhaul Military Sexual Assault Prosecutions

The 60-vote threshold ensures that the legislation can override a filibuster that would effectively quash it for this Congress.

Afghan Police Say Kabul Mosque Bombing Kills 12 Worshippers

A bomb ripped through a mosque in northern Kabul during Friday prayers and killed 12 worshippers, Afghan police said.

Fort Jackson Pauses Giving Trainees Guns After School Bus Hijacking

The nation’s largest Army basic training base will halt its weapons immersion training after a trainee hijacked a school bus with an unloaded weapon

US Troops Whose Vietnam-Bound Plane Vanished in 1962 to Be Honored Saturday with Memorial

Ninety-three U.S. troops disappeared during a mission to Saigon, Vietnam, after their plane was reported missing between Guam and the Philippines.

Older Veterans Can Go to College for Free or Cheap in All 50 States

Even if their GI Bill is long gone, free college is still an option

Here’s How to Budget in Retirement So You Don’t Run Out of Money

Plan now to live better and take the money worries out of the picture

Should Military Members Send Money Home to Their Extended Family?

Now that they are making all that big money, is it right to send monetary gifts to family members?

5 Money Mistakes to Avoid

It’s always better to learn from other people’s mistakes. Here are five to help you get started.

New Partnership Battles Cybercrime Targeting Military and Veterans

Military members and veterans are more prone to fall for scams than civilians are.

Start Planning and Saving Now to Enjoy a Great Vacation This Year

Just because your vacation may be delayed by COVID doesn't mean it can't be better than in prior years.

5 Ways to Get Back on Track with Your New Year’s Resolutions

It’s not too late to make that change.

4 Ways to Increase Your Financial Literacy

By taking some time to increase your financial literacy, you'll know the next steps to take on your financial journey.

While Giving Your Home a Spring Cleaning, Your Finances May Need One, Too

Take a fresh look at your finances this spring season

Is Your Family Protected from a Loss of Income?

What exactly are life insurance and disability insurance?

Service Members and Veterans: Beware of Paycheck Advance Apps and Easy 'Credit'

Service members and veterans need to be wary of new forms of credit-like products that have popped up in recent years, especially "paycheck advance" products and Income Share Agreements.

Seeking a Financial Coach? Here’s What Military Families Should Know

When looking for a financial coach, there are a few things military spouses and families should consider. Learn more about what they are and how a financial coach can help.

How Comfortable Are You Financially? Let’s Assess Your Financial Wellness

Is financial wellness an individual thing or can it be quantified?

Planning for College Costs Now Can Save on Stress Later

Educate yourself on financial plans to educate your family

PCSing Soon? MILDOCS Can Help You Keep All Your Important Documents Safe

Nobody thinks that shot records and tax documents are important until they are needed and can't be found.

Roth vs. Traditional Retirement Savings: What Is the Best Choice for Military Members?

Depending on your personal situation the differences between Roth and traditional IRAs may be major.

How Military Members Can Max Out Their IRAs Each Year

A bit of planning can make it easy to save the maximum amount allowed by law

Mortgage Rates Are Still Near Record Lows. Is Now a Good Time to Refinance?

There are many things to consider when refinancing your home.

Shopping for Insurance Quotes Could Save You Hundreds of Dollars Annually

It's a good idea to review all of your policies every year.

New Financial Guide for the Military Community Available

The guide was developed with the assistance of groups that serve military members and their families

Should You Put Your Money into a Roth IRA or a Roth TSP?

OK, you've decided to start retirement savings. Just how should you do it?

Another Stream of Income: Taking Your Finances to the Next Level

Just because you make more, you shouldn't necessarily spend more.

Is It Possible to Build Credit When You Don’t Have a Job?

Are you a stay-at-home-parent or not working and worried about building up your own credit score? Here's how you should do it.

10 Top Tips We Learned in 2020 About Saving Money on Food

You gotta eat, but you don't need to spend a lot of money doing it

6 Financial Resolutions for 2021

If you are one of the lucky ones who remained fully employed in 2020, your financial priorities still may have changed. In fact, in a recent survey by Deposit America, a whopping 82% of respondents said the novel coronavirus pandemic forced them to change their financial priorities in some way. And when asked what their No. 1 financial priority is right now, consumers said paying off debt (25%), paying monthly bills (19%) and building an emergency fund (14%). How can you get started on money resolutions? Here are six tips to get your finances in great shape this year.

Survey Finds Most Older Veterans Doing Well Financially Despite COVID Downturn

Holding on to their investments rather than selling when the market tanked paid off in the long run

Six Holiday Shopping Lessons from the Pandemic

You don't need to buy gifts for everyone you know this year.

Thinking About Co-Signing a Loan? Read This First

Proceed with caution before helping out a friend or relative.

Conquer Black Friday from Your Couch

Here’s your last-minute Black Friday guide.

Do You Really Need to Pay Somebody to Do Your Taxes for You?

Free tax help is available to military members and veterans. Here’s when you might want to hire a professional

Money Moves with a Baby on the Horizon

Expecting? Start financial planning now. They grow up so fast!

The Case for Shopping on Black Friday in 2020

Like most things in 2020, Black Friday won’t be the same this year.

A New Set of Shopping Tips in the Pandemic

As how we shop changes (think mobile shopping and buying online, picking up in store), we have to adapt as shoppers, too.

Open Season 2020: Act or Get the Boot from Tricare

Changing in January, many must pay a monthly fee or lose coverage.

Now Is the Time to Apply for the 2021 Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship

The scholarship offers up to $10,000 for active-duty members, veterans, spouses and surviving spouses.

Student Loan Repayment Programs

Did you know the military can help you pay off your student loans?

Tillman Military Scholars Program

The Tillman Military Scholars program supports active duty and veterans by removing financial barriers to education.

Army Tuition Assistance

The Army offers several programs to support your education goals including 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses.

Special Military Social Security Rate

Retired veterans may be eligible for an increased Social Security benefit.

Education Benefits Available From Military Associations

In addition to the traditional sources of education support, servicemembers can rely on assistance from military associations.

MyCAA Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts

The Military Spouse Career Advancement Account program can provide up to $4,000 Financial Assistance for military spouses.

Troops to Teachers Scholarships

Note: The Troops to Teachers program ended on Oct. 1, 2020. This information is for historical purposes only.

Join Thousands of Military Veterans Who Became Teachers

Note: The Troops to Teachers program ended on Oct. 1, 2020. This information is for historical purposes only.

State Veteran Benefits Texas and Central South

An overview of educational benefits available in Texas and the Central South

Marine Corps Education Programs

The following guide will help you find the Marine Corps benefits you deserve.

Coast Guard Education Programs

Learn how to get the Coast Guard education benefits and support you need.

Air Force Education Programs

Learn more about the Air Force's education programs.

Air Force Tuition Assistance (MilTA)

The Air Force offers several programs to support your education goals including 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses.

Navy Tuition Assistance

The Navy offers several programs to support your education goals including up to 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses

Coast Guard Tuition Assistance

The Coast Guard offers several programs to support your education goals including Tuition Assistance.

VA Loan Rate Alert: Lowest Rates in 3+ Years, Refi Now to Save Money

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA Loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

Army Shutters Recruiting Stations as 6 Recruits Show COVID-19 Symptoms at Basic Training

The Army's top general said March 20 that the service is closing all of its recruiting stations and switching to virtual recruiting after six recruits showed signs of the novel coronavirus at initial military training.

Trump Honors National Guard's Old Hickory Division for Heroic Fight in 1944 Battle

President Donald Trump recently announced that the U.S. Army will award the Presidential Unit Citation to the National Guard's Old Hickory Division for its heroic stand against Nazi armored forces after the Normandy invasion in World War II.

Air Force, Army Delay Promotion Boards Amid Coronavirus Disruptions

The U.S. Air Force and Army have delayed upcoming promotion boards amid concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus, the services separately announced last week.

Emergency Act to Preserve GI Bill Payments Becomes Law

With schools across the nation shutting down or moving to online-only instruction, the Department of Veterans Affairs will be making changes in how GI Bill payments are administered.

VA Urges Doctors to Come Out of Retirement to Help with Coronavirus Cases

The Department of Veterans Affairs urged retired doctors March 20 to come back to work as the health care system braces for a wave of coronavirus patients.

Lawmakers Submit Nearly 50 Questions to VA over its COVID-19 Response

House Veterans Affairs Committee members are demanding daily and weekly updates from the Department of Veterans Affairs on its response to the novel coronavirus outbreak, along with the answers to 49 questions.

Cash Help Available for Military Members with COVID-19 PCS Delays: Pentagon

Service members and families whose military moves have been put on hold thanks to the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic could receive financial help from the Defense Department.

Veteran Cemeteries to Limit Funeral Size During Pandemic

Veterans cemeteries are open to the public during the novel coronavirus outbreak, but are adhering to official guidance on how to avoid spreading COVID-19.

Commissary Blocks Visitors, Cancels Early Bird Shopping in Coronavirus Response

As of March 18, the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is requiring ID checks at store doors and blocking all non-authorized shoppers from entering, system officials announced in a Facebook post.

Save Big on Your Car Insurance with Military Discounts

Are you getting a military discount on your car insurance? Save big on your car insurance, from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Start saving now.

Airlines’ Proposed Emotional Support Animal Rules Divide Veteran Advocacy Groups

Some veterans and disability advocates are divided over a rule proposed by the Department of Transportation (DoT) that would let airlines treat emotional support animals as pets.

VA Home Loan Relief for Those Impacted by COVID-19

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is making changes to its home loan process and asking lenders to offer relief to veterans who are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Computershare Is Hiring Veterans -- View Jobs

We’re building a winning team. At Computershare, we offer opportunities for veterans and transitioning service members to reach their civilian career potential. Search jobs now.

Military Hospitals to Cancel Appointments, Shift to Telehealth in COVID-19 Response

Military treatment facility patients will likely see some of their scheduled appointments canceled and moved to telehealth instead as Defense Health Agency officials look to "scrub" the schedule and clear the way for coronavirus patients.

How VA and Tricare Users Can Get Tested for Coronavirus

The U.S. military says it has plenty of coronavirus tests ready to meet demand. But not everyone meets requirements to get tested.

Take Advantage of Military Discounts on Your Car Insurance

Are you getting a military discount on your car insurance? Save big on your car insurance, from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Start saving now.

VA Faces Criticism over Lack of Plans to Deal with Coronavirus Pandemic

While the United States begins clamping down on international travel over concerns of the novel coronavirus' spread, the Department of Veterans Affairs has been criticized for not releasing a comprehensive emergency response to the disease.

Veterans Employment Holds Steady as Experts Warn of Coming Downturn

Unemployment rates for veterans essentially held steady in February, but the data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics was mostly compiled before the potential impact from the coronavirus could be gauged.

VA to Stop GI Bill Benefits at 5 Colleges

The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced it will soon suspend new veteran enrollments at five colleges that have engaged in illegal practices.

Troops Wounded in Pensacola Shooting to Be Awarded Heroism Medals, Purple Hearts

Marines and sailors who put their lives at risk to save their comrades during a December terrorist attack on a Florida military base will receive awards for heroism.

1,000 Coast Guard Kids May Get Kicked Out of On-Base Care as DoD Reorganizes

About 1,000 children of active-duty Coast Guard families could lose their spots at base child development centers (CDCs) under a new Defense Department policy effective June 1.

Lawmakers Scrutinize VA's Plans to Provide Long-Term Care for Aging Baby Boomers

In a hearing this month, lawmakers expressed eagerness to learn about the Department of Veterans Affairs' plan to provide in-home and institutional long-term health care to a coming "silver tsunami" of aging Baby Boomers.

Rate Alert: Lock in Your Lowest VA Loan Rate in 3+ Years

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA Loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

USO to Temporarily Close All Airport Locations Due to Coronavirus

The United Service Organizations Inc. (USO) announced plans to temporarily close all USO Airport Centers in the U.S. by March 13, as a precaution against exposure to the novel coronavirus.

Here’s What the Coronavirus Travel Ban Means for Military Families

A temporary military travel ban put in place to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus applies only to official permanent change of station (PCS) and temporary duty assignment (TDY) travel.

Here's the Latest on How Coronavirus Is Impacting Base Schools, Shopping

As President Donald Trump declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a national emergency on March 13, military resale, schools and support services worldwide updated guidance and plans in an attempt to deal with the virus.

Trump Salutes Hero Military Dog for K-9 Veterans Day

To mark K-9 Veterans Day on Friday, President Donald Trump honored the military working dog injured in the raid that killed the head of the Islamic State last year.

Careers for Veterans at Mack Cali -- View Jobs

With its deep market presence and diversity of real estate services, this publicly traded real estate investment trust offers military veterans strong career growth potential, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Pentagon Bans Domestic Travel for Troops, Families as Coronavirus Spreads

Pentagon officials announced sweeping travel restrictions for troops and their families late March 13 that will halt all domestic travel, including duty station moves and temporary assignments, for nearly two months.

Military Medical Retiree Changes, Cuts Should Halt Due to Pandemic: Senator

At least one senator wants the Pentagon to delay military medical cuts and a plan to push military retirees and families off base for care in the face of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Navy Suspends Controversial Housing Utility Billing Program, But Plans to Bring It Back

The Navy is suspending a much-criticized program that charges military housing residents for going over a predetermined utility usage allotment.

Military Families Call for the Right to Withhold Rent in Privatized Housing Disputes

Army Col. Scott Gerber said he had to pay out-of-pocket for an independent inspector to verify mold infestation and water damage in his home in an effort to get the attention of the private company running base housing at Fort Meade, Maryland.

Is SGLI Enough? VGLI Too Much? Get Low-Cost Coverage Now

Is SGLI/VGLI enough for your military family? Because tomorrow is never guaranteed, protect your family today. Get up to $1 million coverage.

Military Post Offices to Stop Accepting Handwritten Customs Forms

The U.S. Postal Service officially stopped accepting handwritten customs declaration forms on international packages as of March 6, but the change will come to military installations' mail a bit later.

Rates Haven’t Been This Low in 3+ Years -- Use Your VA Loan Benefit Now

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

VA Whistleblower Protection Office Retaliated Against Its Own Whistleblowers, Report Claims

The office set up within the Department of Veterans Affairs to protect whistleblowers has itself engaged in retaliation against its own staff in policy disputes.

VA Doctor Appointments and Coronavirus: How Can You Stay Safe?

You have a scheduled medical appointment at a Department of Veterans Affairs facility, but you have a nagging cough and cold symptoms. What do you do?

Mil Discounts on Your Car Insurance

Get military discounts on your car insurance! Start saving now.

Found Wreckage of WWII Aircraft Brings Hope for ID of 7 MIA Americans

The scattered wreckage of two dive bombers and a torpedo bomber lost in battle against the forces of Imperial Japan has been found.

PETA to Marines: Stop Guzzling Snake Blood During Jungle Training

A top animal rights group wants Marines to trade the reptiles and other animals they're eating during an annual jungle training exercise for plants and other vegan survival options.

This Institute Is Offering Free TBI Treatment for Vets with 'Bad Paper' Discharges

The Marcus Institute for Brain Health is offering free evaluations and treatment for veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), according to a new announcement from the Department of Veterans Affairs' VAntage Point blog.

Exposure to Toxic Chemicals Has Become a Top Issue for Veteran Organizations

Toxic exposure, a high veterans suicide rate and accommodating women are among the issues veterans service organizations (VSOs) have brought up to Congress this year.

Naval Nuclear Lab Is Hiring Vets -- View Jobs

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory has an ongoing need for Veterans. Search jobs now.

Lawmakers Want More Info on Plan to Close Some Military Clinics to Retirees and Families

Lawmakers expressed frustration March 5 over a lack of information on why the electronic health record (EHR) system needs an additional billion dollars and why military clinics are closing to retirees and families.

Vietnam, Gulf War Vets Get One Step Closer to New Benefit

Vietnam-era and other pre-9/11 veterans are one step closer to accessing a program designed to pay their spouses or other family support for in-home care.

What Happens When an Overseas US Military Base Is Evacuated?

There may be times when U.S. military members stationed overseas and their families are evacuated from their duty station due to political instability, public safety or natural disasters.

5 Great Scholarships for Military Veterans and Families

If you're not eligible to transfer your Post-9/11 GI Bill to your family and your kids want to go to college, what can you do? Thankfully, there are thousands of scholarships out there.

SecDef Signs Tenant Bill of Rights for Military Families

Defense Secretary Mark Esper and the service branches have committed to implementing 15 new rights for military families living in on-base housing.

The Air Force Has Updated its Song to Be Gender-Neutral

The U.S. Air Force is changing its song to be gender-neutral as the service grows more diverse and adds more women across its ranks.

New Law Makes Many Active Duty, Vets and Survivors Eligible for Free or Discounted Broadband Internet

Eligible households also may be eligible for a $100 discount on a computer or tablet from Uncle Sam

These Social Media Apps Might Cost You Your Military Career

While social media literacy has been a hot topic for many Americans recently, people -- especially service members -- need to be more cognizant about what they are posting online and how truly confidential those posts are.

From The Mailbag: Terminal Leave vs. Selling Back

Should you take terminal leave or sell it back?

Survivor Benefits Overview

We make it easy to understand what the multiple benefits available to surviving family members of deceased veterans.

Who Is Eligible For Hearing Aids From The VA?

VA will provide hearing aids only in special situations

Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents

Receiving Retirement And Disability Pay At The Same Time

Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay is a program that allows some to receive retired pay and VA disability compensation.

Prosthetic and Sensory Aids via VA

Veterans receiving VA care for any condition may receive VA prosthetic appliances, equipment and services.

VA Care For Returning Combat Vets

Military Sexual Trauma

Veteran Service Officers

Veteran Service Officers help veterans navigate the many federal, state, and local resources and benefits available to them.

Military Dependent ID Cards

Military family members need a dependent ID card to obtain many benefits. We help to explain the process of getting one.

Military Benefits at a Glance

Military personnel admittedly do not earn fabulous salaries. But then the money is not why anyone joins -- if you are after money, go somewhere else.

Tricare Pharmacy Options

Tricare pharmacy options allow you to get prescriptions filled at military pharmacies, civilian pharmacies, or through the mail.

How To Upgrade Your Military Discharge

Veterans can have their military discharge conditions reviewed and possibly upgraded by requesting a review.

What Is A Military Court-Martial?

The UCMJ provides for three different types of courts-martial: summary, special, and general.

Can Veterans Get Glasses and Hearing Aids From The VA?

Just who will the VA provide glasses and hearing aids to?

Survivor Support Organizations

In times of tragedy and personal need there are many organizations available to provide aid and support.

Veterans Benefits FAQs

You may be eligible for compensation if you were wounded, injured or became ill while on active duty in the Armed Forces.

Do Veterans Benefits Expire?

Many of your VA benefits have an expiration date.

Veteran's Benefits Explained

You may be eligible for certain benefits based on your military service.

VA Benefit Timelines

Did you know that many of your VA benefits have an expiration date? If not, you are not alone.

Can Veterans Get Social Security?

You can get both Social Security benefits and military retirement. G

The Medal of Honor

Medal of Honor recipients are given special privileges and benefits.

Women Veterans

VA has created several specific programs for the growing female Veteran population.

VA Insurance: Getting Help

If you need help with government life insurance, call the VA Insurance Center

Tricare Young Adult Program

Tricare Young Adult is a plan that qualified adult children can purchase after eligibility for regular Tricare coverage ends

Tricare Mail Order Pharmacy Instructions

The following steps will guide you through the TMOP ordering process.

See Your 2021 VA Disability Pay Rates

The current VA disability pay rates show compensation for veterans with a disability rating 10% or higher. Read more.

VA Dental Care

In some instances, VA may provide dental care, in most cases they do not

US Citizenship for Military, Veterans and Dependents

If you are a military member or veteran and want to become a U.S. citizen you may be eligible to for special considerations

Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act

A former military spouse may be eligible for base and health care benefits, as well as a portion of their ex's retired pay

State Veteran Cemeteries

Many states have state veterans cemeteries. Find out about the locations and eligibility requirements for your state.

Gold Star Lapel Buttons

These gold star lapel buttons are a visual reminder of a family's sacrifice. Read more.

Incarcerated Veterans

The following is a summary of how imprisonment affects veterans benefits.

Benefits for Former Prisoners of War

It's estimated that more than 500,000 Americans were captured and interned as Prisoners of War since the American Revolution.

New Hampshire State Veteran Benefits

The state of New Hampshire provides several veteran benefits. This page explains those benefits.

Prescription Drug Coverage Comparison

Comparison Of Outpatient Prescription Drug Coverage: MEDICARE, VA, CHAMPVA, and TRICARE

CHAMPVA Overview

CHAMPVA is a health benefits program where the VA shares the cost of certain services and supplies with you

Avoiding Scams

Military members are especially vulnerable to scammers, learn how to protect yourself

Family Legal Assistance

If you need legal assistance for just about any reason, military family members have access to it for absolutely free!

Commanding Officers Convening Authority

A commanding officer has the authority to impose non-judicial punishment.

Retiree Burial Benefits

As a retired servicemember it's important to know about your mortuary and burial benefits.

Memorial Plots

For a veteran whose remains aren't available for burial VA will provide a plot and headstone or marker in a national cemetery.

Military Retiree Casualty DOs and DON'Ts

Help avoid delays in assistance and the unpleasant issues that may arise when dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Military Retiree Burial Benefits

While it's not appealing to consider, as a retired servicemember it's important to know about your mortuary and burial benefits.

What Is Non-Judicial Punishment

Non-Judicial Punishment Explained

Military Law Overview

New York State Veteran Benefits

The state of New York provides several veteran benefits. This page explains those benefits.

Mississippi State Veteran Benefits

The state of Mississippi provides several veteran benefits. This page explains those benefits.

As Afghanistan War Ends, General Sees New Opportunities for Special Operations

The end of the war in Afghanistan will spark a new era of opportunities for SOCOM to prepare for the future, Army Gen. Richard Clarke said.

Army Brigade Commander Fired After Personal Misconduct Investigation

Col. Matt Foulk took command of the 35th Signal Brigade in July 2019. He previously served at the U.S. Army War College.

More Than 70 Years after He Died Fighting for His Country, a Soldier from SC Returned Home

Cpl. Ralph Boughman's remains arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawaii and were positively identified in April 2020.

More Female Soldiers Are Passing the ACFT, But Their Scores Still Trail Men's

Data from the Army's Training and Doctrine Command shows the fail rate for women in 2019 was 79% and dipped to 60% in 2020.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Unit's New Night-Vision Equipment Generating Buzz Online for Otherworldly Images

The Lancer Brigade is the first unit on JBLM to use the new Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binoculars.

Guard's DC Deployment Could Become Permanent as Lawmakers Eye $200M Quick Reaction Force

The bill follows recommendations by a task force that examined the U.S. Capitol's security measures.

Fort Bliss Soldier Sentenced to Almost 41 Years for Murder, Assault

Pfc. Luis A. Morales-Sanchez was convicted of one specification of murder in violation of Article 118 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

Former Army Green Beret Gets 15 Years for Russian Espionage

The sentence of 15 years and 8 months imposed on Peter Dzibinski Debbins was largely in line with the 17-year term sought by prosecutors.

Christine Wormuth Pledges to Defend Army from Navy, Air Force Budget Grabs

Christine Wormuth, the nominee to be President Joe Biden's Army secretary, pledges to resist efforts to cut the service's funding and end strength.

Fort Jackson Pauses Giving Trainees Guns After School Bus Hijacking

The nation’s largest Army basic training base will halt its weapons immersion training after a trainee hijacked a school bus with an unloaded weapon

US Troops Whose Vietnam-Bound Plane Vanished in 1962 to Be Honored Saturday with Memorial

Ninety-three U.S. troops disappeared during a mission to Saigon, Vietnam, after their plane was reported missing between Guam and the Philippines.

Former Army Green Beret to Be Sentenced for Russian Espionage

Peter Dzibinski Debbins, 46, of Gainesville, Virginia, pleaded guilty in November to a federal Espionage Act charge.

Army Secretary Nominee Voices Concerns About 'Unreasonable Demands' on National Guard

Christine Wormuth highlighted the delicate balance Guardsmen must maintain between full-time civilian jobs and their military careers.

Army Secretary Nominee Worries the ACFT Will Push Too Many Women Out

Top brass told lawmakers at a separate hearing that early data on women struggling with the Army's Combat Fitness test is "troubling."

Bodybuilding Technique for Getting Pumped Could Warm Up Troops in Arctic

Bodybuilding tourniquets and cocoa bean supplements could find their way into soldier toolkits.

Women Recount Claims of Sexual Harassment by Florida Veterans Charity Leader

A nonprofit created to help veterans deal with trauma has been rocked by accusations that its founder sexually harassed women who worked there.

Intestinal Fortitude: The Army Wants to Make Missile Fuel Using Gut Bacteria

The use of gut bacteria to make missile propellant is a "larger proof of concept" for the Army's expansion of biological manufacturing capabilities.

The Army Is Ditching All of Its Stryker Mobile Gun Systems

The Army announced Wednesday that it is planning to divest all of its Stryker Mobile Gun Systems by the end of fiscal 2022.

3 US Army Soldiers Accused of Illegally Selling Weapons Used in Chicago Shootings

Three U.S. Army soldiers are accused of conspiring to buy firearms in Tennessee and illegally sell them in Chicago.

Vigil and Funeral Dates Set for Army Chaplain Emil Kapaun

It was announced in March that Kapaun's remains had been identified.

Army Brass Noncommittal on Push to Remove COs from Sexual Assault Prosecution Decisions

Chief of Staff Gen. McConville and Acting Secretary Whitley said the service is examining the results of a review and proposed legislation on the topic.

Army Wants 485K Active-Duty Soldiers, the Force It Had on 9/11

As of March 31, the Army had 483,742 active-duty members, 187,260 reservists and 335,741 National Guard members.

National Guard Soldier Finds Bag of Guns at US-Mexico Border

Border agents at the scene found eight AK-47 style pistols and 10 30-round magazines.

Marine Rifle Squads Will Test the Army's New High-Powered Night Vision Goggle-Binoculars

Marine rifle squads will evaluate the Army's Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binocular, which soldiers have been using since 2019.

Retired Army Colonel Announces Run Against Liz Cheney

Cheney was among 10 Republican representatives who voted to impeach Trump over the deadly insurrection at the Capitol.

173rd Airborne Brigade Soldier Seriously Injured in Skydiving Accident in Italy

The accident resulted from the two men's parachutes becoming entangled, according to Italy 24 News.

Probe Launched into Army Aviation Brigade Whose Soldiers Got into Strip Club Trouble in Poland

The 18th Airborne Corps is investigating various misconduct allegations aimed at the leadership of the 101st Airborne Division's Combat Aviation Brigade.

Nearly Half of Female Soldiers Still Failing New Army Fitness Test, While Males Pass Easily

The data raises questions about whether the Army's attempt to create a fitter force is creating more barriers to success for women.

Army Light Infantry, Stryker and Armored Forces Are Getting This Advanced Comms Gear

Fielding a more robust tactical network that can stand against enemy cyber and EW attacks is one of the Army's top modernization priorities.

Army Trainee Accused of Hijacking School Bus Charged with 19 Counts of Kidnapping

Pvt. Jovan Collazo was charged with 19 counts of kidnapping, armed robbery, carjacking, and several weapons violations.

Army Approves Fitness Test Exception for E-4s to Keep Up Promotion Potential

A review found that a "small number" of fewer than 5,500 soldiers in the E-4 ranks did not have a fitness test of record.

Army Wants New Medical Gel that Seals Off Hemorrhaging Wounds on the Battlefield

The Army Research Laboratory is providing technical oversight on a new hemostatic gel known as StatBond.

Former Marine Arrested in Killing of Another Veteran in Orlando

A 25-year-old former member of the Marine Corps was arrested Wednesday in the fatal shooting of another military veteran.

DoD Investigating Former Army Officer Who Used Arlington Cemetery Footage in Campaign Ad

In April, Harold Earls announced he was running as a Republican in Georgia's 6th Congressional District.

Army to Overhaul Criminal, Sexual Assault Investigations After Vanessa Guillen Murder

The reforms come in the wake of devastating reports about how the Army failed Spc. Vanessa Guillen.

Army Recruit Who Hijacked Bus Full of Children Was Just Trying to Get Home, General Says

Brig. Gen. Milford Beagle Jr. said the yet-to-be-named recruit could face military charges, including absence without leave.

Army Allows Female Soldiers to Wear Long Ponytails in All Uniforms

Initially, female soldiers could wear long ponytails only while conducting fitness training and during field training.

The Army Never Should Have Switched to the ACFT

When it comes to the Army Combat Fitness Test, we need to ask ourselves, "Why?"

Army Fort Jackson Trainee Arrested After Allegedly Hijacking a School Bus Full of Children

Law enforcement officials say he'll now face multiple kidnapping charges.

Army Embraces Anime in New Recruiting Campaign

"The Calling" is a series of short videos being aired on YouTube focused on five soldiers from difficult backgrounds.

Officials: Army to Put Civilian in Charge of Criminal Probes

The CID will be responsible for criminal investigations, and the Provost Marshal office will continue with separate duties.

Spc. Vanessa Guillen's Harasser Was a Known Toxic Leader, Army Report Shows

The sergeant was known to yell, belittle and threaten soldiers with counseling, delayed promotion or denial of leave.

'They Actually Listened:' Mothers in Uniform React to the Army's New Postpartum Policy

Army moms say that they feel affirmed after the service extended the time allowed to get back within postpartum body standards from six months to a year.

This West Point Grad and NFL All-Pro Just Got Signed by the Baltimore Ravens

His new deal reportedly is for a total of $14 million.

USS Gerald R. Ford Returning to Newport News this Summer for Modernization Work

The Ford’s stay at pier 2 will probably stretch into the early months of next year.

Two Navy T-45 Trainer Aircraft Collide in Texas; One Pilot Treated for Minor Injuries

One of the aircraft landed safely back at NAS Kingsville. The second trainer's instructor and student pilot ejected near Ricardo.

Navy Wants to Build 10K Homes, 2 Hotels and More on California Site

The Navy wants to work alongside private developers to replace its obsolete hangars along Interstate 5 with new facilities.

Louisiana Man to Command Modern Version of WWII-Era Ship

As a youngster, Matt Noland explored the USS Kidd Veterans Museum, and the WWII-era ship played a part in his decision to follow a career in the Navy.

‘SEAL Team,’ Bloodied But Still Alive, Will Move From CBS to Paramount+ Streaming

It’s not the exact outcome fans expected, but the good news is that the popular CBS drama “SEAL Team” will return for a fifth season in fall 2021.

Town Turns Out to Lay World War II Veteran to Rest in Kentucky

A sailor with the battleship USS Oklahoma, Martin D. Young was killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.

After 15 Years, the Navy's Littoral Combat Ships Are Still in Search of a Mission

Some sailors have assigned this ignominious nickname to the LCS: Little Crappy Ships.

Japan, US, France Hold Military Drill Eyeing China Presence

The drills come as Japan looks to bolster its military capabilities amid a deepening territorial row with China.

US and Greece Working on Deal to Expand Military Cooperation in the Mediterranean

The deal could "bring in more locations" where U.S. troops can operate in Greece.

University President Resigns After Plagiarizing Famous SEAL McRaven in Speech

The embattled president of the University of South Carolina resigned on Wednesday.

Whales Found Dead Under Australian Navy Ship in San Diego

The Sydney has been holding joint exercises with the U.S. Navy in the area since early April.

Sailor Killed at Pearl Harbor to Be Buried Saturday

Navy Fireman 2nd Class Martin D. Young was 21 years old when he was killed during the Dec. 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor.

University President Apologizes for Plagiarizing Remarks by Famous Navy SEAL McRaven

Bob Caslen admitted to quoting McRaven, who served as commander of U.S. Special Operations Command.

Iran Rejects US Claim that Speedboats Sparked Encounter

The statement said the Guard's navy warned the U.S. vessels to stop their “provocative and aimless shooting.”

Navy Commissions $525M Warship in San Diego

Construction on the expeditionary sea base Miguel Keith took about two years and is set to be permanently foreign-based.

US Navy Seizes Arms Shipment in Arabian Sea Amid Yemen War

The U.S. Navy announced Sunday it seized an arms shipment hidden aboard a vessel in the Arabian Sea.

Navy Confirms New 1,000-Gallon Fuel Release at Red Hill

The Navy has confirmed that an approximately 1, 000-gallon fuel leak was detected May 6 at the troubled Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility, a World War II-built facility that came under criticism following a 27, 000-gallon fuel release in 2014.

CNO Says Navy Department Has Strong Case for Getting Bigger Slice of Defense Budget

Gilday has for more than a year said his service needs a bigger portion of the budget to build more ships and submarines.

Aircraft Carrier USS John C. Stennis Heads Home for Refueling and Overhaul

The 1,092-foot long nuclear-powered Nimitz-class carrier is back where it was built and delivered to the Navy in 1995.

Dental Hygienist on Trial in 1984 Killing of a Navy Recruit

Thomas Garner of Jacksonville has pleaded not guilty to killing Pamela Cahanes.

Gallagher Claims SEAL Platoon Agreed to Practice Medical Procedures on Dying Prisoner

Gallagher's attorney said that nothing he said on the podcast changed the facts of the case as they have been known.

'I Have to Help,' Says Sailor Who Rescued Migrants at Sea

Foy and another young sailor who was also out hiking and is in basic training as a Navy SEAL recruit were among the first to respond to the accident Sunday.

USS Essex Honors Service Members and Families During Burial at Sea

The crew of Wasp-Class amphibious assault ship USS Essex held a burial at sea for 25 service members and two spouses.

Pentagon's Watchdog to Investigate Military's Response to UFOs

The Office of Inspector General will start evaluating "the extent to which the DoD has taken actions regarding unidentified aerial phenomena."

Navy Senior Chief Is 25th US Service Member to Die from COVID-19

Senior Chief Fire Controlman Michael Wilson, 45, has been identified as the 25th U.S. service member to die from COVID-19.

Navy Launches Its Own Investigation into Fatal Marine Corps AAV Accident

The Navy is reviewing its role in an at-sea accident that killed eight Marines and one sailor.

Kamala Harris to Give Naval Academy Commissioning Address

Harris is expected to give the speech May 28 during the in-person, limited capacity ceremony in Annapolis.

Tom Clancy’s Universe Gets a Modern-Day Makeover in ‘Without Remorse’

A younger generation just wasn't going to get excited about the Cold War/Vietnam/Central America combo platter that fueled action thrillers in the '80s.

Marines Fire Anti-Ship Missile from Back of Unmanned Truck to Hit Target at Sea

The Marine Corps has combined two existing technologies to produce a deadly new way to hit targets offshore.

Hawaii-Based Navy Submarine Commander Relieved Over Morale Problems

A command investigation revealed leadership and command climate problems.

Navy to Transfer 13 Satellites to Space Force

But it will keep the portions of its research labs that focus on space.

Unmanned Helicopter Crashes into Navy Ship, Damaging Hull

No one was injured when the 31-foot-long MQ-8B Fire Scout struck the hull of the USS Charleston.

Navy SEALs to Shift from Counterterrorism to Global Threats

The new plan cuts the number of SEAL platoons by as much as 30% and increases their size.

Biden to Nominate Former Pentagon Official Frank Kendall to Top Air Force Post

Kendall currently holds a number of positions, including senior fellow at the Center for American Progress.

Navy May Recognize Black WWII Sailor Who Towed Wounded Shipmates Through Shark-Infested Waters

A Change.org petition was started, urging Congress and President Biden to award Charles Jackson French the Medal of Honor.

Acting Navy Secretary Makes Mental Health, Sexual Assault Prevention Top Priorities for Fleet

Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Harker wants to make the most out of what he believes will be a limited run atop the department.

Clayton Schenkelberg, Reportedly the Oldest Pearl Harbor Survivor, Dies at 103

His motto through the years: One day at a time.

Indonesia Admits All 53 Crew of Lost Submarine Are Dead

The grim announcement comes a day after Indonesia said the submarine was considered sunk, not merely missing.

Indonesia Navy Finds Items From Lost Submarine, Indicating it Sank

Rescuers found several items from the KRI Nanggala 402 off the resort island of Bali.

Navy Recon Plane to Join Frantic Search for Missing Indonesian Sub

The KRI Nanggala 402 went missing after its last reported dive Wednesday off Bali, and the sub was expected to run out of oxygen early Saturday.

Navy Vet Donates Antique Muskets, One over Two Centuries Old, to New York History Center

A 93-year old World War II and Korean War veteran is ensuring a pair of family heirloom weapons remain safe and accessible for others to enjoy.

An MQ-9 Drone Is Teaming Up with a Navy Warship to Obliterate Targets at Sea

The medium-altitude drone is finding targets for the Cruiser Princeton to destroy during the Unmanned Integrated Battle Problem 21 exercise.

Navy Pulls Way Ahead of the Other Military Services in Race to 100% Vaccination

The Army has the lowest overall vaccination rate, with 27% of its total active, Guard and Reserve force having received one shot.

'We Brought Doughnuts and Beer:' Families Greet USS Philippine Sea After 10 Months

For the first time since the pandemic began, some family members were allowed on the dock to meet the arriving sailors.

Speedy 'Ambulance Ships' a High Priority for Navy Medicine, Admiral Says

The Navy is investing more than $200 million to configure two catamarans to function as high-speed "ambulance ships" for medical emergencies.

Guantanamo Prisoners Now Getting COVID-19 Vaccine, Source Says

The new timing coincides with Biden’s deadline for states to make the vaccines more widely available across the U.S.

Air Force Tells Congress It Needs Major Funding for Military Construction Backlog

The service is ready to tackle its maintenance and construction backlog, officials said.

2 US Military Pilots Eject from a Qatari F-15 at Illinois Airport

The incident occurred at 7:30 a.m. local time, local media reported. Both pilots sustained minor injuries, the service said.

Aircraft Competing to Be the New SpecOps 'Armed Overwatch' Plane Now Face a Tough Series of Tests

SOCOM announced it had awarded $19.2 million in contracts to five vendors producing prototype aircraft for Armed Overwatch.

These Are the 5 Planes Vying to Be AFSOC's New Armed Overwatch Aircraft

USOCOM announced it has awarded contracts to five companies to produce prototype aircraft for its Armed Overwatch program.

How the Military Became Patty Bear’s Path Out of Trauma and the Mennonite Church

Bear’s story is the focus of her book “From Plain to Plane: My Mennonite Childhood, a National Scandal, and an Unconventional Soar to Freedom.”

One in Custody in Connection with Incident at Joint Base Andrews

Aerial footage by 7News DC showed what appeared to be a bomb squad robot investigating a sedan parked 50 feet away from the base's main gate.

Vandenberg Air Force Base to Be Renamed as Space Force Base

The name will be changed to Vandenberg Space Force Base during an afternoon ceremony Friday on the parade field at the sprawling California base.

Visitors May Need Proof of COVID Vaccination to Attend Air Force Basic Training Graduations

There will also be a cap on the number of guests each graduate may invite, the Air Education and Training Command said.

Two Men Arrested and Charged with Stealing, Selling Sensitive Air Force Data

Law enforcement officials arrested Sarfraz Yousuf, of Miramar, Florida, and Marc Chavez, of Trabuco Canyon, California.

Air Force Chief Hints at Retiring the F-22 Raptor in Fighter Downsize

The U.S. Air Force wants to downsize from seven types of fighter jets to a mix of four, plus the A-10 Warthog.

Display of 'Thin Blue Line' Flag Violated DoD Policy, Ramstein Air Base Says

The 86th Airlift Wing posted and later removed photos on its Facebook page of airmen in uniform carrying a black-and-white American flag with a blue horizontal stripe.

Appeals Court Overturns Retired Air Force Officer's Conviction in Racial Slur Case

Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Jules Bartow was convicted of violating Virginia's abusive language law.

Pilot Gets Airmanship Award for Crash-Landing A-10 After Gun Malfunction

Capt. Taylor Bye leadership presented her with the Air Combat Command Airmanship Award for outstanding performance.

Air Force Tests New Suits to Protect Aircrew from Biological, Chemical Attacks

The 88th Test and Evaluation Squadron tried out the new Uniform Integrated Protective Ensemble, or UIPE, Air system.

More Than a Year After its Landing Gear Collapsed, an F-22 Is Back in the Air

Officials did not disclose why it took more than 15 months to complete the F-22's repairs.

Air Force Dedicates Nose Art on KC-135 at RAF Mildenhall to Late WWII Crew Chief

Master Sgt. Dewey R. Christopher helped the allied effort in Europe by keeping the B-17s of the 100th Bombardment Group mission-ready.

Air Force F-35 Stealth Fighters Now Outnumber its F-15s, A-10s

The U.S. Air Force's F-35 Joint Strike Fighter fleet has officially surpassed the number of F-15 Eagle jets and A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft.

Some B-1 Bombers Return to Flight Following Fuel System Inspection

Gen. Tim Ray, head of Air Force Global Strike Command, grounded the fleet April 20 for inspections on the fuel filter housing.

How to Apply for a Service Academy Nomination from Congress

You want to attend a service academy, but you need a letter from a member of Congress. Here’s how to apply for a service academy nomination letter.

A British Space Force? 'Never Say Never,' Says UK General

Last month, the U.K. established its own Space Command to oversee roles and operations in its space domain.

Air Force's 'Skyborg' AI System Flies for First Time in Mako Drone

The U.S. Air Force flew an artificial intelligence system onboard a subsonic autonomous drone for the first time last month

How the WWII ‘Bomber Mafia’ Lost the Short-Term Battle But Won the Strategic War

“The Bomber Mafia” digs deep into one of the lesser-known rivalries of the war, the one between Brig. Gen. Haywood Hansell and Maj. Gen. Curtis LeMay.

Dayton Sues Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Defense Department for Water Pollution

The lawsuit accuses the base of failing to stop PFAS from entering one of the sources of the city's water.

Air Force Aborts ICBM Test After Problem on the Ground

The aborted mission comes as the Pentagon faces increased scrutiny over its efforts to develop next-generation ICBMs to replace the aging Minuteman IIIs.

Air Force Creates LGBTQA, Indigenous Focus Groups to Address Diversity Issues

The Air Force has put together two teams to address barriers and other issues affecting airmen and Space Force Guardians.

'Pickle Rick' Air Force Flight Call Sign in Mideast Pays Homage to 'Rick and Morty'

An Air Force KC-10 that flew out of Al-Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates used the call sign “PIKLRICK.”

Air Force PJ Earns Heroism Award for Treating 7 Teammates After Explosion in Afghanistan

For Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Rogers, his mission was to try to save his teammates' lives.

The Air Force's Brand-New F-15EX Fighter Is About to Appear in its First Major Exercise

The 53rd Wing announced that the F-15EX, known as the Eagle II, will conduct tests while flying in Exercise Northern Edge 21.

Air Force Quietly Ends Program Allowing Retired Pilots to Return to Service

The U.S. Air Force has pulled the plug on a program that allowed retired pilots to come back to service.

Arizona Governor Calls for US Action on Water Contamination near Military Bases

Gov. Doug Ducey is calling on the federal government to identify and treat groundwater contamination near four current and former military air bases.

The Air Force Is Testing Ways to Use the MQ-9 Drone in Island-Hopping Missions

The service is finishing up another Agile Reaper exercise with the Navy and Marine Corps this week.

Astronaut Michael Collins, Apollo 11 Pilot and Air Force General, Dead of Cancer

Collins was part of the three-man Apollo 11 crew that effectively ended the space race between the United States and Russia.

Teen Pleads Guilty to Killing Airman who Tried to Stop Armed Robbery

Shawn McKeough Jr. was killed after he tackled a gunman in an attempt to stop the robbery.

Federal Trial Delayed for Air Force Veteran Charged in Border Wall Fraud Scheme

Kolfage lost both legs and an arm in a 2004 enemy rocket explosion in Iraq. He faces the charges in connection with We Build The Wall Inc.

Spangdahlem Airman Gets Three Years in Jail for Driving Drunk and Killing German Father of Three

Senior Airman Jade A. Westmoreland was sentenced after pleading guilty to negligent homicide and related charges.

How the Air Force Moved Gear, Trained Recruits and Kept Air Force One Flying Amid COVID-19

As the science behind the virus became better understood, AMC rethought its strategies about turning air crews around.

US Spy Satellite Launches into Space from California's Vandenberg AFB

The NROL-82 satellite lifted off from Vandenberg Air Force Base aboard a United Launch Alliance Delta IV Heavy rocket on Monday afternoon.

False Alarm: Space Command Says Space Junk Never a Threat to SpaceX Crew

SpaceX's four astronauts had barely settled into orbit last Friday when they were ordered back into their spacesuits.

Space Command General Tells Lawmakers Alabama Lacks Communications Capabilities He Needs

Space Command's Gen. James Dickinson admitted the command enjoys an advantage being near the wide array of military space units in Colorado.

And Then There Were Two: Second F-15EX Arrives at Eglin AFB for Testing

This marks the first time the Air Force simultaneously conducted developmental and operational testing of an aircraft.

Bombers Deploy, Carrier Extends to Cover US Troops' Withdrawal from Afghanistan

As the U.S. military begins its final withdrawal from Afghanistan, it's bringing in some heavy firepower to cover the troops' exit.

B-1 Bomber Fleet Grounded Indefinitely Over Fuel System Problem

The U.S. Air Force has grounded its B-1B Lancer bomber fleet for the third time in three years, this time over a fuel system issue. 

Monument Honoring US Soldiers Lost in 1962 Plane Crash to Be Unveiled in Maine

Flying Tiger Line Flight 739, a charter flight carrying U.S. military, disappeared on March 16, 1962, somewhere between Guam and the Philippines.

'World's Greatest Pizza' No More? Anthony’s to Close Last Europe Location as AAFES Looks to Phase Out the Brand

A familiar, if not universally popular, fast-food staple at U.S. military bases worldwide is ending its long run in Europe and possibly worldwide.

Japan, US, France Hold Military Drill Eyeing China Presence

The drills come as Japan looks to bolster its military capabilities amid a deepening territorial row with China.

Acclimation Period Before Marine Corps Boot Camp Could Stave Off 'Recruit Crud'

Leaders say recruits are performing better and dropping out of training less often when they start fully rested.

Former Marine Who Pleaded Guilty to Decades of Sex Trafficking Sentenced to 30 Years

Jesse Gabriel Marks, 38, pleaded guilty last September to charges of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion.

Marines Sank a Moving Ship When They Fired a Navy Missile from a Drone Truck

The Navy Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System can launch naval strike missiles from the back of a modified JLTV to destroy targets.

Active-Duty Marine Major Arrested After Allegedly Pushing Police Officer in Capitol Riot

Maj. Christopher Warnagiris was arrested after federal agents said he broke into the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot.

'It Felt Like a Miracle': Wife of Retired Marine Returns to US 3 Years After Being Forced Back to Mexico

Facing the threat of deportation, Juarez boarded a flight for Mexico in August 2018.

Hundreds of Marines Get Heart Exams in Study About COVID's Effects on Young People

More than 460 Marines so far have volunteered to participate in the second portion of the CHARM study.

Japan, US, France Hold First Joint Drills on Japanese Land

The “ARC21” exercise started Tuesday at the Ground Self-Defense Force’s Ainoura base in Nagasaki prefecture.

‘Bastards’ Road’ Reveals How One Marine Confronted His Demons and Took Responsibility

Marine Corps veteran Jonathan Hancock served admirably with the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment – nicknamed The Magnificent Bastards – in the first Battle of Ramadi in 2004.

Marine Rifle Squads Will Test the Army's New High-Powered Night Vision Goggle-Binoculars

Marine rifle squads will evaluate the Army's Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binocular, which soldiers have been using since 2019.

Marines Will Make Reports on Fatal Accidents Available in New 'Mishap Library'

The library will provide easily accessible vignettes for leaders to review "what wrong looks like."

Camp Lejeune 'Toxic Cocktail' T-Shirt Makes a Comeback

Family members have revived a design created by a former Marine to raise awareness of the plight of thousands who drank tainted water at Camp Lejeune.

More Marines Will Test Lighter Polymer-Cased Ammunition as Experiments Expand to Fleet

Marines will get to see for themselves how lighter rounds hold up in the field.

The Miramar Air Show Has Been Canceled Again This Year

The Miramar Air Show — known as the largest display of military aircraft in the nation — has been grounded one more year by concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.

First Women Graduate from Marine Boot Camp at San Diego

For the first time, women have graduated from the U.S. Marine Corps' boot camp in San Diego.

Former Marine Arrested in Killing of Another Veteran in Orlando

A 25-year-old former member of the Marine Corps was arrested Wednesday in the fatal shooting of another military veteran.

British Aircraft Carrier Departs on Landmark Deployment with Marine Corps F-35s Aboard

U.S. Marines have joined a British naval crew to form the biggest fifth-generation carrier air wing in the world.

Why These Infantry Marines Have a New Obsession with Chess

It's kind of like Fight Club. Except it's mental, not physical, and Marines can't stop talking about it.

Navy Launches Its Own Investigation into Fatal Marine Corps AAV Accident

The Navy is reviewing its role in an at-sea accident that killed eight Marines and one sailor.

Commandant Suspends Marine 2-Star Who Went Unpunished After AAV Disaster

Maj. Gen. Robert Castellvi has been temporarily removed from his duties pending an ongoing investigation.

This Change to Boot Camp Training Could Cut Recruit Injury Rates

Lima Company was one of two recruit companies selected to participate in a study assessing a progressive approach to hiking under a combat load.

Every Grunt a Swimmer: Behind the Marine Corps' New Focus on Water Skills

At the conclusion of the 14-week course, 90% of the newly minted grunts had the skills needed to survive in deep water.

As Tank Battalions Shut Down, Dozens of Marines Are Joining the Army

69 Marines who were assigned to tank battalions have transferred to the Army, a spokeswoman said.

Marine Combat Instructors May Soon Get Their Special Duty Assignment Status Back

The training the Marine Corps wants requires better-trained combat instructors -- about 80 more than the current total.

'They Just Want it More:' Meet the First Women to Become Marines at Recruit Depot San Diego

Congress overrode Marine leaders' long-standing objections to training women at San Diego in 2019.

Australia Will Invest Millions to Upgrade Military Sites Where US Marines Train

Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced plans to invest about $582 million into four military training and weapon ranges.

'Failure Will Be a Catastrophe:' A Marine Pilot Tests Spaceships for Virgin Galactic

For many people, the work of test pilots holds the same fascination as that of BASE jumpers and free soloists.

The Marine Corps Is Known as a Force of Young Warriors. That's About to Change

Small units -- including infantry squads -- need to be led by a staff sergeant, Commandant Gen. David Berger wrote in an update to his 10-year force design plan.

Marine Corps Rotation to Australia Continues amid COVID Concerns

The aviation combat element for Marine Rotational Force-Darwin 2021 includes approximately 450 Marines from Hawaii.

The Marine Corps Is Experimenting with a Concept that Could Reshape the Infantry

Three infantry battalions are spending two years testing new models that could revolutionize the Marine Corps' ground combat element.

The VA Is Testing an Implant That Could Allow Paralyzed Veterans to Walk Again

A former Marine is the first at the VA to receive an implant that could help him regain some lower body function.

The Marines Need Volunteers to Help Them Reassess Body Standards

The study population will include Marines of all ages and those who are postpartum.

53 Women Officially Become Marines at Formerly All-Male Boot Camp

The female platoon with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion won the final drill competition.

After Fatal Accident, Marines in Waterborne AAVs Get Emergency Breathing Devices

Any Marine operating or riding in a waterborne AAV will now get a supplemental emergency breathing device, Military.com has learned.

Former Marine Aids Injured Driver Whose SUV Plunges Down Cliff in California

A man was hospitalized Tuesday after his SUV plunged down a steep cliff in Carlsbad, falling into the ocean, authorities say.

Marine in Court Admits to Sexual Assault on Okinawa; Judge Delays Case

A Marine accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a parking lot and then shoving a police officer pleaded guilty in Naha District Court in Okinawa.

'Six Days in Fallujah' Video Game Aims to Recount One of Iraq War's Bloodiest Battles

"Six Days in Fallujah," a video game, is set to be released later this year after a decade in development hell.

Camp Lejeune Barracks Shooting that Left Marine Injured Was Accidental, NCIS Says

Officials have declined to answer questions about the type of weapon that was fired.

Emptiness, Anger, Relief: Afghanistan Veterans Wrestle with Coming End of 'Forever War'

Veterans described feeling everything from happiness, to grief, to anger and confusion.

Lost for Decades, a Marine World War II Hero Finally Comes Home

The word came in the morning as Grace Cruz and her children gathered at the family home on Christmas Eve, 1943. Her oldest son, Jacob, was dead.

Lawmakers Question General's Prestigious Pentagon Assignment After Fatal AAV Accident

Maj. Gen. Robert Castellvi's assignment as Marine Corps inspector general was sharply questioned by a California lawmaker.

Damage Assessment Begins on Overturned Cargo Ship after Fire

The wreckage caught fire as workers used torches to cut into the hull.

Coast Guard Could Triple Base Size on Seattle Waterfront as US Ramps Up Arctic Presence

The U.S. Coast Guard Seattle waterfront will become home to three new icebreakers over the next decade.

Iran Rejects US Claim that Speedboats Sparked Encounter

The statement said the Guard's navy warned the U.S. vessels to stop their “provocative and aimless shooting.”

Her Watch Is Over. Rosie, the Retired Annapolis Coast Guard Mascot, Dies at 15

Rosie spent around 12 years at the station, serving as its mascot, before retiring to Pennsylvania.

Indonesian Leader Says Country Doesn't Want Famous US Coast Guard Cutter: Report

The 110-foot patrol boat, originally based out of Highlands, New Jersey, is scheduled to be decommissioned this summer.

Coast Guard Grounds Some Search-and-Rescue Helicopters As It Struggles to Find Spare Parts

Six Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopters are currently grounded, with four more expected to be out of circulation by June.

Coast Guard Academy Will Get Commencement Address from Biden

The ceremony will mark the school's 140th graduation and Biden's second keynote address there.

At Least 3 Killed, Many Hurt in Boat Capsize Off San Diego

Lifeguards, the U.S. Coast Guard and other agencies responded Sunday following reports of an overturned vessel.

Seven Rescued by Coast Guard on Savannah River After Boat Crashes into Jetty

The 29-foot rescue boat and crew side-towed the distressed boat back to Coast Guard Station Tybee.

Command Master Chief Resigns at Coast Guard Academy; Investigation Underway

The Coast Guard Academy's senior enlisted leader resigned; a Coast Guard investigation is underway into alleged conduct.

US Coast Guard Decommissions Storied Cutter in Alaska

The ship was commissioned in 1971 and has served across the world.

US Navy Fires Warning Shots at Iranian Fast Attack Craft

The confrontation followed harassment of U.S. Navy and Coast Guard patrol boats, according to the 5th Fleet.

US Coast Guard Vessel Heads to Black Sea Amid Rising Tensions with Russia

The U.S. Coast Guard cutter Hamilton is en route to the Black Sea to train alongside NATO allies and partners in the region.

Latest Bollinger-Built Coast Guard Cutter Is Headed for Middle East

The Glen Harris is the third of six Bollinger-built cutters destined for operations in Manama, Bahrain.

The Coast Guard Is Retiring Its Last Hamilton-Class High Endurance Cutter

The Coast Guard will say goodbye Saturday to the last of its workhorse open-ocean cutters of the past 50 years.

$94 Million Worth of Cocaine Discovered on Boat Offloaded in Miami, Coast Guard Says

Crew members from the Coast Guard Cutter Tampa offloaded 87 bales in Miami Beach and turned them over to Homeland Security.

Coast Guard Suspends Search for Survivors of Capsized Lift Boat

Nineteen people were on board the vessel. Six were rescued on the first day.

The Coast Guard May Get Its First Female Four-Star Admiral

If confirmed, Vice Adm. Linda Fagan will be the first female officer to reach the rank of four-star in the service's 230-year history.

Divers Back in Gulf; Search Resumes for Capsized Boat's Crew

The Coast Guard is not releasing the names of any of those rescued, recovered or still missing out of respect.

Coast Guard Divers Hope to Reach 12 Missing in Capsized Ship

The hope is that the 12 missing people have found air pockets to survive inside the Seacor Power.

Coast Guard: 12 Missing, 1 Dead, 6 Rescued from Capsized Ship off Louisiana

Coast Guard boats and aircraft have covered an area larger than the state of Rhode Island to search.

Coast Guard's Eagle Moving to City Pier in Connecticut

The City Council approved a license agreement with the Coast Guard that provides a berth for the Eagle adjacent to the future National Coast Guard Museum.

Cutter Deployments Point to Bigger US Military Role in Western Pacific

The Coast Guard's five newest cutters in Honolulu are combating illegal fishing and counter China's growing influence across the Pacific.

More than Half of Coasties Are Now Vaccinated, Coast Guard Says

And roughly 35% of active-duty, Reserve and civilian employees are fully vaccinated, Coast Guard officials said Monday.

Lawmakers Want to Give Coast Guard Full Voting Rights on the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Reps. Charlie Crist and Steven Palazzo have sponsored a bill that would give the Coast Guard commandant full voting rights on the Joint Chiefs.

Coast Guard, Navy Aircraft Rescue Fisherman Lost at Sea Near Oahu

The Hercules' crew located debris west of Oahu believed to be from the boat, christened "Size No Matter."

Coast Guard Training Center Annex Named for Arnold Palmer

In honor of his time as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard, Arnold Palmer's name will live on at a California training center.

Coast Guard Seizes $330 Million in Illegal Drugs

Crew members of the Coast Guard Cutter Munro unloaded tons of cocaine and marijuana in Alameda on Tuesday.

Coast Guard Monitoring Lobsterman Protest in Maine

More than 80 lobster boats lined up between Monhegan Island and Boothbay Harbor to protest the survey.

Coast Guard Increases Tuition Assistance

The annual maximum reimbursement is going up by $1,500.

Coast Guard Helps Rescue Woman Who Resisted Efforts to Bring Her in from Niagara River

The woman was rescued after an agent used a fishing net pole to knock two knives from her hands.

'Nothing But Problems': Shipwreck Tear-Down Enters 5th Month

The project was also delayed due to a busy hurricane season and a handful of COVID-19 infections among salvage team members.

Ex-Coast Guard Officer Seeks Review of Sentence Related to Alleged Plot

Christopher Hasson of Silver Spring, Maryland, pleaded guilty in 2019 to firearms offenses.

Coast Guard Service Chief on Hand as Cutter Unloads 7,500 Pounds of Seized Drugs

Karl Schultz was on hand at the 10th Avenue Marine Terminal where the Bertholf unloaded 7,500 pounds of cocaine and pot.

'In a Very Difficult Environment,' Coast Guard Offers Incentives to Entice Recruits

In his annual address on the state of the service, Commandant Adm. Karl Schultz spelled out plans to attract new members.

Citing 'Current Trends,' Coast Guard Lifts Almost All Travel Restrictions for Troops

New guidance from the assistant commandant for human resources returns travel levels to "pre-pandemic status" with some stipulations.

Bus Carrying Coast Guard Recruits Crashes, 4 Minor Injuries

No one was seriously injured when a bus carrying Coast Guard recruits to its training center in New Jersey crashed.

Coast Guard Intercepts Vessel Carrying 25 Haiti Migrants off Jupiter Coast

The Coast Guard Cutter William Flores arrived on scene and took 25 Haitian nationals for repatriation to Haiti.

Coast Guard Says it Has Concluded Tracking Alaska Oil Spill

The effects on the environment are currently unknown.

Air Station Cape Cod Members Brave Elements to Help Rescue Stranded Fishermen

Two Jayhawk helicopters hoisted 21 fishermen between them.

On Billet Night, Some Coast Guard Academy Cadets Learn They're Bound for Icebreakers in Arctic

The Class of 2021 found out its post-graduation assignments Thursday night during the academy's annual billet night ceremony.

Cubans' 16-Day Raft Journey Ends Off Palm Beach County Coast, Coast Guard Says

A good Samaritan had spotted them and reported them to a Coast Guard Sector Miami watchstander.

The Coast Guard's Eye in the Sky: Civil Air Patrol Monitors Ice Along Connecticut and Thames Rivers

The Coast Guard will later review the photographs to determine where to concentrate its icebreaking efforts.

Seattle-Based Coast Guard Icebreaker Returns Home After First Mission in Nearly 40 Years to Wintertime Arctic

The Polar Star is the only icebreaker classified as "heavy" — able to break through ice up to 21 feet thick.

Military Personnel Save 1,100 Stunned Sea Turtles from Frigid Texas Waters

Hundreds of reptiles were left helplessly bobbing in cold water after unusually freezing weather crippled the state.

Two Coast Guard Cutters Seize More Than $150 Million in Drugs

The drugs were seized between Jan. 26 and Feb. 1 in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.

Former South Korean Coast Guard Chief Acquitted Over Ferry Sinking

The Seoul Central District Court found Kim Suk-kyoon not guilty in connection with the botched rescue efforts.