WWII veteran, 104, asks for Valentine's Day cards: 'I'll save every one'
A 104-year-old World War II veteran hopes to receive plenty of Valentine’s Day cards this year, to add to his collection of keepsakes documenting his own incredible life and generation.
'This is amazing': Service members impressed by renovated Armed Forces Service Center at MSP Airport
For 50 years, the facility has been a place for service members to rest and relax before and after flights. Thursday, it reopened with major upgrades.
Remains of Minnesota serviceman killed in Pearl Harbor identified
The remains of a 19-tear-old Minnesota man killed during the attack on Pearl Harbor have been identified.
Texas man who transforms leftover Christmas trees into canes for veterans receives 1,000 donations
A central Texas man was overwhelmed by the response after he put out a call asking his local community to donate their leftover Christmas trees to him instead of throwing them out so that he could turn them into canes for veterans in need.
Company throws holiday party with veterans at Hopkins VFW while raising money for veterans causes
A woman they call "Doc" throws a party every year at the Hopkins VFW to benefit veterans organizations.
Wreath-laying ceremony at Fort Snelling honors fallen veterans
Hundreds of people took a break from the Christmas chaos on Saturday to remember those who have served.
Tuskegee Airman from Bethesda celebrates 100th birthday with a flight
Retired Col. Charles McGee will turn 100 years old on Saturday and while the years may have slowed him down some, they haven't dimmed the memories of his 30-year service to his country as a Tuskegee Airman who paved the way for generations to come.
Gov. Walz hosts Veterans Day program in Inver Grove Heights, other ceremonies taking place across Minnesota
Veterans Day ceremonies and commemorations will take place across the nation Monday, paying tribute to the countless men and women who have served and protected our country.
Dozens of veterans honored at brunch in Bloomington ahead of Veterans Day
Monday, people across the country will be recognized for their bravery and time served in the military as the nation marks Veterans Day.
Highway renamed for slain Minnesota soldier
Nearly a decade after a Minnesota war hero died defending his country, his parents saw a stretch of highway in his hometown named in his honor.
Tee It Up for the Troops fundraiser enters 15th year
Despite rain and gray skies, hundreds of golfers took to the links across the Twin Cities as part of a fundraising effort to help veterans.
Can-Do Canines puppies move on to next stage of service dog training
A litter of puppies trained by prisoners is moving on to the next stage of their training to become service dogs through Can-Do Canines.
Generations of servicemen and women honor veterans of World War I on 100th anniversary
It's been 100 years since peace fell over battlefields in Northern France, marking the end of what was known as the “Great War.”
Minnesota State helps veterans turn military experience into college credit
As Veterans Day nears, one of the greatest gifts Minnesota can give to the men and women who have served our nation is the gift of higher education.
Veterans 'unmask' their brain injuries through art
his fall, the Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance invited veterans in Sauk Center and Anoka to tell the stories of their injuries and recovery on blank canvases of a mask.
Minnesota dog trainer serves those with invisible wounds of war
Sam Daly has an uncanny connection with canines. He loves dogs them so much that after graduating from college with a music degree, he decided to go into business as a dog trainer.
A Korean War veteran reacts to the remains of U.S. soldiers returning
Fox 9's Leah Beno caught up with a Korean War veteran to get his reaction about the remains of American soldiers coming home.
Group renovating cottages at old hospital for vets
Once shuttered and on the list to be torn down, historic cottages in Anoka are now home to veterans and their families, still healing from the silent wounds of war. A community of volunteers made it all possible.
Sen. Klobuchar and veteran's family push for awareness on burn pit exposure
A grieving metro area family is teaming up with Senator Amy Klobuchar to bring attention to a potentially dangerous health risk facing some recent veterans.
Radio host volunteers to play taps for veterans
A radio host is using his musical skills to fulfill a need for veterans.