Army's 'Captain America' dies by suicide after nearly a dozen combat tours
The enemy could never break him, but what this decorated Green Beret eventually found was that his enemy was within. Friends who served with him in the military say he was the real “Captain America.”
VA employee sentenced to 16 years in prison for orchestrating $19M health care corruption scheme
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Joseph Prince was also ordered to pay nearly $20 million in restitution to the Veteran’s Health Administration.
WWII bomber flies over Twin Cities cemeteries to honor fallen service members on Memorial Day
A World War II B-25 bomber flew over more than a dozen cemeteries in the Twin Cities Monday to honor fallen service members.
Memorial Day car parade honors veterans at Minneapolis VA Hospital, Veterans Home
Cars decked out in red, white and blue paraded through the Minneapolis VA Hospital complex and the Minnesota Veterans Home grounds on Memorial Day to thank veterans for their service.
How Minnesotans are observing Memorial Day amid COVID-19 pandemic restrictions
On Memorial Day, we pause to remember all military members who have lost their lives while serving our country. But, this year’s ceremonies will be different as large gatherings are prohibited due to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
WWII veteran walking 100 miles for 100th birthday to raise money for COVID-19 relief
Mickey Nelson said he was inspired by Capt. Tom Moore, a British army veteran who helped raise millions of pounds amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar honors veteran's family with Bronze Star he never received
Sen. Amy Klobuchar presented a Minnesota family with a bronze star Sunday afternoon.
Minnesota veterans prepare for virtual Memorial Day program
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing for an unusual Memorial Day as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
How you can help a veteran during the COVID-19 pandemic
They’ve dedicated themselves to serving America. Here’s how you can help out former U.S. military members.
Virtual Memorial Day program to replace live events at State Veterans Cemeteries this year
Memorial Day in Minnesota will look a little different this year thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota woman celebrates military college commissioning ceremony virtually
Across the country, commencements and celebrations are being postponed, but for a young woman from Shoreview, Minnesota, it’s a date that couldn’t wait.
$6.2 million in $1,000 grants now available to qualified Minnesota veterans
The state of Minnesota is offering grant money to veterans who qualify for financial assistance due to COVID-19.
COVID-19 preparations underway at Minneapolis VA Medical Center
Doctors at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center have treated nine people with confirmed COVID-19 cases and one of them is hospitalized.
Dozens gather to benefit veteran, Hennepin Co. Sheriff's Office employee with pulmonary fibrosis
Dave General, an Army veteran, is an employee of the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office and is suffering from pulmonary fibrosis.
At age 62, retired U.S. Marine holds plank for over 8 hours, breaks world record
A former U.S. Marine and DEA supervisory special agent broke the Guinness World Record for holding a plank. George Hood, 62, held the plank for 8 hours, 15 minutes and 15 seconds.
Struggling veteran's Facebook post helps connect him with 'life-changing' service dog in Buffalo, Minnesota
A veteran in Buffalo is grateful for his community after they came together for something that he says has changed his life.
Gary Sinise honored with Patriot Award from the Congressional Medal Of Honor Society for supporting veterans
The award honors and recognizes those who have contributed significantly to American military services.
100-year-old Tuskegee Airman from Bethesda flips the coin at Super Bowl LIV
Col. Charles McGee is still living large at 100 years old.
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.