North Texas Navy veteran gifted mortgage-free home
A U.S. Navy veteran in North Texas has received a gift she thought she'd never be able to obtain on her own without years of saving.
The 38 Challenge working to prevent suicides by shattering stigma around mental health issues
The purpose of The 38 Challenge is for people to intentionally place themselves in 38 minutes of extreme conditions to draw attention to a silent problem in our community, which is mental health and people taking their own lives.
Gold Star's widow hopes for more transparency from U.S. military about soldier deaths
The confusion and secrecy that often surrounds U.S. military operations is tough enough on those who serve. But their families don't often have the same level of support or transparency from the military when it comes to losing Americans in combat. One army wife is making sure that others don't get trapped in the "fog of war.”
Recently identified World War II pilot's remains to be buried in Quinlan
A North Texas family is preparing to lay to rest a World War II pilot whose remains were just recently identified. Air Force Technical Sergeant Frank Norris will be buried in his hometown of Quinlan in Hunt County.
'Magic mushrooms' for therapy? Veterans helping sway conservatives
The medicinal use of hallucinogenic mushrooms is making inroads in U.S. states as military veterans advocate for the therapeutic value of psychedelic drugs.
North Texas double amputee veteran gifted specially-designed home
It was a special homecoming for a disabled military veteran and his loved ones. His family was gifted a mortgage-free, fully-accessible smart home equipped with features specially designed with them in mind. “It’s something I always imagined, but now I get to live it."
Family of Trevor Reed, who is detained in Russia, able to meet with President Biden
The Granbury parents of a Marine veteran who is in prison in Russia were outside the White House in hopes of getting President Joe Biden's attention. A spokesperson for the family said President Biden did meet with them.
Groundbreaking held for National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington
The National Medal of Honor Museum broke ground in Arlington on Friday on what will become a historic tribute to America’s war heroes.
National Medal of Honor Museum to break ground in Arlington Friday
Friday's groundbreaking in Arlington has been a long time coming for the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation.
Biden visits Fort Worth as he seeks more health care for veterans
President Joe Biden will travel to Fort Worth to talk with veterans and their caregivers and push for more help for members of the military who face health problems after exposure to burn pits.
Resources for veterans affected by Russian invasion of Ukraine
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced a list of resources for veterans who may be feeling emotional distress or reminded of their own deployment experiences, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
North Texas community covers veteran’s new home with love notes
A North Texas city and a group of home builders showed a North Texas veteran a lot of love and support on Valentine’s Day.
Garland VA hopes to expand services, improve care for veterans and non-veterans
The hope is to expand the Garland VA, offering services like inpatient care for veterans and partnering with Dallas County for emergency room services for non-veterans.
Veteran's family moves into new, mortgage-free home in Royse City
It was a warm welcome home Thursday for the Endsley family as they move into their new house just in time for the holidays. The Army veteran and his family are celebrating Christmas early in their brand new Royce City home gifted to them mortgage-free by several community organizations.
WWII veterans leave DFW to mark 80 years since Pearl Harbor attack
World War II veterans got a hero's send-off at DFW Airport. They were headed to Honolulu to mark 80 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor.
101-year-old Tuskegee Airman given special honor on Veterans Day
Retired Brig. Gen. Charles McGee is using his life experience to inspire others to go boldly and fearlessly in the direction of their ambitions.
Non-profit working to end veteran homelessness
A non-profit founded by veterans to serve veterans is focused on ending veteran homelessness. U.S. Vets is helping homeless veterans and their families gain independence and freedom that they helped fight for.
Veterans Day Parade 2021: NYC marks 9/11, Operation Desert Storm, War on Terror
The New York City Veterans Day Parade, the largest celebration of America's armed forces, returned along Fifth Avenue after the pandemic forced the cancellation of the celebration last year.
North Texas celebrates Veterans Day with parades and events
Across North Texas, several events paid tribute to those who have worn the uniform in our country.
North Texas non-profit helping veterans through power of music
Operation Rock The Troops has been playing shows for troops overseas and started hosting music camps for veterans. They say the songwriting process is a form of therapy for some. "This program helps, and it works. And it’s not another pill.”