Secretive robot spaceplane breaks own record: 781 days in space
The military’s classified X-37B mini-shuttle has once again broken its own record for longest space mission, and there's no telling how much longer it may go.
The military’s classified X-37B mini-shuttle has once again broken its own record for longest space mission, and there's no telling how much longer it may go.
Minnesota veterans, families can apply for service bonus money starting Thursday
Minnesota veterans or veteran's families who served during the Global War on Terrorism can now apply for hundreds of dollars in post-9/11 veteran service bonuses from the state.
Minnesota veterans or veteran's families who served during the Global War on Terrorism can now apply for hundreds of dollars in post-9/11 veteran service bonuses from the state.
Last surviving member of WWII’s famed Easy Company dies at 97
Bradford Freeman was a member of Easy Company in World War II, which was made famous by the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers” released in 2001.
Bradford Freeman was a member of Easy Company in World War II, which was made famous by the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers” released in 2001.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 4 Vietnam war veterans
“Not every service member has received the full recognition they deserve,” President Joe Biden said. “Today, we're setting the record straight.”
“Not every service member has received the full recognition they deserve,” President Joe Biden said. “Today, we're setting the record straight.”
Navy trumpeter recalls playing taps for Black sailor?s funeral in South
Bob Works proudly served in the U.S. Navy as trumpet player from 1960-64. He played with the Navy band on board the aircraft carriers USS Independence and the USS Enterprise where he once played "Hail to the Chief" for President John F. Kennedy when he boarded the ship.
Bob Works proudly served in the U.S. Navy as trumpet player from 1960-64. He played with the Navy band on board the aircraft carriers USS Independence and the USS Enterprise where he once played "Hail to the Chief" for President John F. Kennedy when he boarded the ship.
US Navy offers cash for tips to seize Mideast drugs, weapons and other illicit shipments
The U.S. Navy’s Mideast-based 5th Fleet says it seized $500 million in drugs alone in 2021 — more than the four prior years combined.
The U.S. Navy’s Mideast-based 5th Fleet says it seized $500 million in drugs alone in 2021 — more than the four prior years combined.
Woody Williams, America's last World War II Medal of Honor recipient, dies at 98
Hershel "Woody" Williams was the last of the 473 American service members who received a Medal of Honor in WWII. He received the medal for his heroism on Iwo Jima.
Hershel "Woody" Williams was the last of the 473 American service members who received a Medal of Honor in WWII. He received the medal for his heroism on Iwo Jima.
U.S. to establish permanent military base in Poland
Vladimir Putin thought NATO members would splinter after he invaded Ukraine, but got the opposite response instead, President Biden said.
Vladimir Putin thought NATO members would splinter after he invaded Ukraine, but got the opposite response instead, President Biden said.
Up to 40K Army Guard troops unvaccinated, some face dismissal
Guard leaders say states are doing all they can to encourage soldiers to get vaccinated by the time limit.
Guard leaders say states are doing all they can to encourage soldiers to get vaccinated by the time limit.
Biden welcomes Wounded Warriors to White House, praises members as 'spine of America'
More than two dozen veteran and active duty troops on Thursday rode two laps around the South Lawn as part of a multi-day cycling event.
More than two dozen veteran and active duty troops on Thursday rode two laps around the South Lawn as part of a multi-day cycling event.
For the Fourth of July, Target expands its military discount
Target is offering a 10% discount to veterans and active-duty service members for Independence Day.
Target is offering a 10% discount to veterans and active-duty service members for Independence Day.
Ohio teen with spinal cancer earns title of honorary Marine: 'Amazing young man'
Sam Short, 16, diagnosed with spinal cancer in 2018, wanted to become a Marine at Parris Island.
Sam Short, 16, diagnosed with spinal cancer in 2018, wanted to become a Marine at Parris Island.
Senate approves sweeping expansion of benefits for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits
The bill's passage sets a course that could help millions who served after Sept. 11, 2001.
The bill's passage sets a course that could help millions who served after Sept. 11, 2001.
No deaths reported in second military aircraft crash in 2 days
Officials said no deaths were reported after a U.S. Navy helicopter crashed at a training range in Imperial County Thursday.
Officials said no deaths were reported after a U.S. Navy helicopter crashed at a training range in Imperial County Thursday.
Military recruitment lags despite reduced targets, record incentives to boost interest
The military fell short of reserve recruitment goals in all branches since the pandemic started
The military fell short of reserve recruitment goals in all branches since the pandemic started
Marines respond to anti-gay posts after recognizing Pride Month: ‘Have a meritorious day!’
Some Marines in South Carolina are standing their ground after expressing support for Pride Month in a recent Facebook post.
Some Marines in South Carolina are standing their ground after expressing support for Pride Month in a recent Facebook post.
Remembering D-Day: Joy, sadness intertwine at Normandy commemoration
Joy and sadness are pouring out of those on the beaches of Normandy for the 78th anniversary of D-Day.
Joy and sadness are pouring out of those on the beaches of Normandy for the 78th anniversary of D-Day.
Remembering D-Day: A closer look at one of WWII's most chaotic and pivotal battles
On June 6, 1944, the largest air, land and sea invasion in military history took place on the Normandy coast of France.
On June 6, 1944, the largest air, land and sea invasion in military history took place on the Normandy coast of France.
WWII veterans flown to Normandy for D-Day anniversary
The 173rd Airborne Brigade said the trip was made possible by civilian benefactors.
The 173rd Airborne Brigade said the trip was made possible by civilian benefactors.
Town Ball Tour: Bryan Wilkens of the Ray Wilkens Memorial Fund
Bryan Wilkens, a former Plato Blue Jay, runs Ray Wilkens Memorial Fund, which benefits McLeod County Veterans Association. The team presented a check to the fund at the June 1 Town Ball game.
Bryan Wilkens, a former Plato Blue Jay, runs Ray Wilkens Memorial Fund, which benefits McLeod County Veterans Association. The team presented a check to the fund at the June 1 Town Ball game.