50 push ups, 50 states, 50 days: Man stops in Minnesota for journey to fight veteran suicide
Over the course of 50 days, Darren Hafford plans to visit each state capitol and do 50 pushups, all part of an effort to raise awareness for veteran suicide.
Chisago County chief deputy gives shoeless veteran his boots
A Chisago County Sheriff’s Office deputy is being recognized for a random act of kindness.
Biden to begin evacuating Afghans who aided US military during war
With American troops withdrawing, pressure has been mounting for the Biden administration to plan a military evacuation of Afghans who supported U.S. military operations during two decades of war in their country.
78 years later, WWII airman to be buried back home in Minnesota
It was an emotional moment for one WWII airman's family as his remains were returned home.
Top US general in Afghanistan steps down amid military withdrawal, Taliban surge
Gen. Scott Miller, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan, relinquished his position Monday, taking the U.S. a step closer to ending its 20-year war.
Minnesota's last survivor of the Bataan Death March dies at 101
The last living survivor of the Bataan Death March from Minnesota died this weekend at the age of 101.
St. Paul neighborhood still honoring 4th of July
A neighbor planted 245 American flags along St. Paul's Lexington Parkway South for the Fourth of July, creating what he calls a "walk of honor" to remember veterans.
Military sexual assault prosecution changes backed by Biden
President Biden is backing a major change to the military justice system that would remove decisions on prosecuting sex assault cases from commanders.
US airstrikes target Iran-backed militia groups in Syria, Iraq
The U.S. military targeted three operational and weapons storage facilities used by Iran-backed militia groups in Syria and Iraq, officials said.
Deceased Minnesota Marine honored with processional through southern Minnesota
A marine from Mountain Lake, Minnesota that died in Japan last week will be honored by southern Minnesota residents as his body is transported home Thursday.
Nearly 650 US troops to remain in Afghanistan, officials say
U.S. officials tell The Associated Press that about 650 U.S. troops are expected to be kept in Afghanistan to provide security for the American diplomatic presence after the Pentagon completes its military withdrawal, which is set to be largely done in the next two weeks.
Minnesota WWII vet receives award for heroism during German U-boat attack
A Minnesota merchant marine captain received an award his heroism in World War II.
House votes to repeal 2002 military force authorization in Iraq
The repeal legislation was passed overwhelmingly by a vote of 268-161. Forty-nine Republicans voted for the bill. Only one Democrat, Rep. Elaine Luria of Virginia, voted against it.
Trailblazing Minnesota woman who served in Navy during WWII laid to rest at Fort Snelling
Shirley Westlie left Minnesota to serve with the Navy during World War II. But her service to her community didn't end there.
Minnesota marine found dead off coast of Japan
A Minnesota marine was found dead off the coast of Japan Wednesday after he reportedly got caught in a rip current while swimming.
Marine recruit dies in ‘The Crucible’ training, prompts investigation
Military officials said Pfc. Dalton Beals, 19, died during the final challenge in his training, and an investigation is now underway.
Montgomery, Minnesota: Where every day is Memorial Day
In Montgomery, Minnesota, a 365-day-a-year veterans memorial has become the calling card for a town overflowing with pride for its veterans.
World War II bomber flyover becomes Memorial Day tradition in Minnesota
The World War II-era B-25 bomber flew over Twin Cities area cemeteries Monday in what is becoming a Memorial Day tradition in Minnesota.
Blaine hosts new Memorial Day ceremony to remember native son
In Blaine, a native son was remembered in the first-ever Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.
'Band of brothers': Guards keep eternal watch over Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day 2021 with a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, a monument steeped in history and mystery.