Remembering Patriotic Kenny: Public service set for Saturday in Vadnais Heights
The family of Kenny Jary, better known as "Patriotic Kenny," is inviting members of the public to join a public celebration of life honoring the late Minnesota veteran and TikTok star who passed away in May after a battle with lung cancer.
The family of Kenny Jary, better known as "Patriotic Kenny," is inviting members of the public to join a public celebration of life honoring the late Minnesota veteran and TikTok star who passed away in May after a battle with lung cancer.
U.S. military hits oil tanker as talks to end Iran war continue
The U.S. military released new footage of a direct strike on an oil tanker that officials say was attempting to run an American blockade to reach Iran. Central command says they hit the vessel after 24 hours of warnings were reportedly ignored. This as talks between President Trump and Iranian officials to end the war are progressing.
The U.S. military released new footage of a direct strike on an oil tanker that officials say was attempting to run an American blockade to reach Iran. Central command says they hit the vessel after 24 hours of warnings were reportedly ignored. This as talks between President Trump and Iranian officials to end the war are progressing.
US Army soldier dies during training exercise in Iraq
A U.S. Army soldier was killed during a training exercise at an air base in Iraq, military officials confirmed.
A U.S. Army soldier was killed during a training exercise at an air base in Iraq, military officials confirmed.
Trump administration ban on transgender troops illegal, appeals court rules
An appellate court ruled the Trump administration violated the constitutional rights of transgender members of the U.S. military by barring them from serving.
An appellate court ruled the Trump administration violated the constitutional rights of transgender members of the U.S. military by barring them from serving.
Three killed in latest US strike on suspected drug boat in eastern Pacific
The U.S. military said it carried out another strike Saturday against a vessel it accused of drug-smuggling operations in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three men.
The U.S. military said it carried out another strike Saturday against a vessel it accused of drug-smuggling operations in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three men.
Modified Call of Duty game could improve Marine training, researchers say
Researchers have modified Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare to help train Marines.
Researchers have modified Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare to help train Marines.
Pentagon awards Microsoft $9.7B contract to cut costs
The Pentagon’s recent technology agreement with Microsoft will enhance military digital systems and cloud capabilities.
The Pentagon’s recent technology agreement with Microsoft will enhance military digital systems and cloud capabilities.
US troops in war zones reportedly targeted using commercial location data
U.S. troops deployed in active war zones have been targeted using commercially available location data, according to Reuters.
U.S. troops deployed in active war zones have been targeted using commercially available location data, according to Reuters.
Elk River military dad gives daughter teary-eyed Memorial Day weekend surprise
An Elk River father in the military came home over Memorial Day weekend, and gave his daughter a surprise she’ll never forget.
An Elk River father in the military came home over Memorial Day weekend, and gave his daughter a surprise she’ll never forget.
Elk River military dad gives daughter teary-eyed ice cream surprise
Mike Crawford, an Elk River native who is an EMT in the U.S. Army, came home over Memorial Day weekend and gave his daughter a teary-eyed surprise. The neighborhood pulled off the emotional surprise with the help of Brain Freeze ice cream truck.
Mike Crawford, an Elk River native who is an EMT in the U.S. Army, came home over Memorial Day weekend and gave his daughter a teary-eyed surprise. The neighborhood pulled off the emotional surprise with the help of Brain Freeze ice cream truck.
Memorial Day 2026 across Minnesota
Communities throughout Minnesota honored both those who have served in armed forces and their families are different events throughout the state on Monday.
Communities throughout Minnesota honored both those who have served in armed forces and their families are different events throughout the state on Monday.
President Trump honors heroes on Memorial Day
President Trump visited Arlington National Cemetery on Monday to thank military families and heroes for their sacrifice.
President Trump visited Arlington National Cemetery on Monday to thank military families and heroes for their sacrifice.
Army hits 2026 recruiting goal 4 months early, Hegseth says at West Point commencement
The United States Army reached its recruiting goals for 2026 four months early, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth revealed during a commencement speech.
The United States Army reached its recruiting goals for 2026 four months early, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth revealed during a commencement speech.
US Marines conduct rapid-response drill in Venezuela months after Maduro ouster
U.S. forces staged a rapid-response military drill in Caracas on Saturday, more than four months after former President Nicolás Maduro was ousted.
U.S. forces staged a rapid-response military drill in Caracas on Saturday, more than four months after former President Nicolás Maduro was ousted.
What is 'Murph'? Memorial Day workout honoring fallen Navy SEAL becomes national tribute
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Nephew's DNA ID's World War II Marine killed in 1944
The burial, with full military honors for World War II veteran Helmut Fred Behlert, is a homecoming that almost didn't happen. U.S. Marine PFC Behlert was buried on Wednesday at the Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno, California, about 14 miles south-west of San Francisco.
The burial, with full military honors for World War II veteran Helmut Fred Behlert, is a homecoming that almost didn't happen. U.S. Marine PFC Behlert was buried on Wednesday at the Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno, California, about 14 miles south-west of San Francisco.
‘Patriotic Kenny’ dies at 84 after 2 month battle with lung cancer
A U.S. navy veteran known as "Patriotic Kenny" to his millions of followers on social media has died after a short battle with lung cancer. He was 84 years old.
A U.S. navy veteran known as "Patriotic Kenny" to his millions of followers on social media has died after a short battle with lung cancer. He was 84 years old.
Iran war: Strike called off, gas has cost $33B
Claiming he was an “hour away” from another round of strikes on Iran, President Trump said on Tuesday that allies convinced him otherwise as negotiations continue to end a conflict that approaches its third month. Meanwhile, estimates show that Americans have spent an additional $33 billion on gas since fighting began.
Claiming he was an “hour away” from another round of strikes on Iran, President Trump said on Tuesday that allies convinced him otherwise as negotiations continue to end a conflict that approaches its third month. Meanwhile, estimates show that Americans have spent an additional $33 billion on gas since fighting began.
Best and worst states for military retirees, data suggests
WalletHub compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia across 28 key indicators to determine the best states for military retirees.
WalletHub compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia across 28 key indicators to determine the best states for military retirees.
USS Gerald R. Ford returns home after record 326-day deployment
The USS Gerald R. Ford returned to Norfolk, Virginia, on May 16 after completing a record-breaking 326-day deployment.
The USS Gerald R. Ford returned to Norfolk, Virginia, on May 16 after completing a record-breaking 326-day deployment.