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.”
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.
US Navy lieutenant facing prison in Japan over deadly crash
A spring trip with his wife and 3 children to Mt. Fuji ended in tragedy for one U.S. naval officer. Now, he's facing three years in prison for "an accident," his family says.
WWII veterans flown to Normandy for D-Day anniversary
The 173rd Airborne Brigade said the trip was made possible by civilian benefactors.
Memorial Day: Thousands 'Carry the Load,' attend in-person events to honor fallen heroes
For the first time in two years, people were able to pay tribute to fallen heroes with in-person Memorial Day events in North Texas. One event in Dallas aims to remind people about the meaning of the holiday and who it honors.
Carry the Load helps people honor fallen service members for Memorial Day
Men and women are carrying an emotional load as part of a cross-country relay covering 20,000 miles for Carry the Load.
Japan, US conduct fighter jet flight after China drill, North Korea missile firing
Japan’s military says Japanese and U.S. forces conducted a joint fighter jet flight over the Sea of Japan, in an apparent response to a Russia-China joint bomber flight while U.S. President Joe Biden was in Tokyo.
Carry the Load to honor fallen service members for Memorial Day
Carry the Load honors fallen United States service members and has a goal of restoring the true meaning of Memorial Day.
Memorial Day: The origin of America's commemoration of fallen troops
Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.
Search for Supreme Court leaker on Roe v Wade falls to former Army colonel
U.S. Supreme Court Marshal Gail Curley, a former Army colonel and military lawyer, has been handed a bombshell of an assignment.
3 Air Force cadets who refused COVID-19 vaccine won't be commissioned
A fourth cadet who had refused the vaccine until about a week ago decided to be vaccinated and will graduate and become an Air Force officer.
WWII veteran surprised with long-overdue medals, including Bronze Star
Clanton served as a forward observer, which was considered one of the most dangerous positions on the battlefield during WWII.
4 Air Force cadets may not graduate due to vaccine refusal
It's the only military academy, so far, where cadets may not graduate for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.
Family told remains of WWII hero killed in action mistakenly identified
The U.S. Army is trying to determine how they got the identification of remains they believed belonged to Alfred Ricke so wrong.
Buy cookies, support veterans: Pillsbury to donate portion of dough sales to military family nonprofit
Pillsbury said it would donate 10 cents from each code entered to Operation Homefront, which helps families of military members transition back to civilian life.
Nebraska teen accepted to all five military academies; sets out to serve America
High school senior Noble Rasmussen intends to serve his country well — and all five U.S. military academies seem to agree.
US Army brings birthday cake to Italian woman, 77 years after soldiers ate hers
More than 75 years ago, hungry U.S. soldiers stole a teenager's birthday cake after one of the final battles of WWII. This week, the Army made amends.
Watch: Garbage collector pulls American flag out of trashcan to fold it 'the right way'
A Marine Corps veteran and garbage collector in Utah is getting widespread praise for his patriotism.
Phoenix Ghost: Pentagon fast-tracks mystery drone for Ukraine. What is it?
The Pentagon has fast-tracked a new tactical drone to send to Ukraine amid its fight against Russian aggression. But what is it?
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.