Minnesota Korean War veteran still waits for Purple Heart medal after 70 Years
Earl Meyer remembers in vivid detail when his platoon came under heavy fire during the Korean War -- he still has shrapnel embedded in his thigh. But over 70 years later, the 96-year-old is still waiting for the U.S. Army to recognize his injury and to award him a Purple Heart medal.
Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 2 decades of service for veterans, military
Ahead of Veterans Day on Saturday, the Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 20 years of service for veterans, active service members and their families.
Dallas non-profit holding monthly food distributions for veterans, active duty service members in need
In honor of Veterans Day, a Dallas non-profit addressed one major concern for both former and current military personnel.
Air Force's secretive new B-21 'Raider' bomber apparently makes first flight
The Air Force plans to build 100 of the warplanes, which have a flying wing shape much like it’s predecessor the B-2 Spirit.
Veterans Day: How you can help our homeless military men and women
As Veterans Day approaches, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is urging support for homeless military veterans.
Iconic jeep used in 'Saving Private Ryan,' 'Band of Brothers' hits auction market at nearly 80 years old
The 1944 Willys Jeep, which has appeared in several Steven Spielberg productions, is expected to sell for over $19,000.
Pentagon announces new nuclear bomb 24 times more powerful than one dropped on Japan
The new bomb would be deliverable by modern aircraft and designed to give the president options to strike hard and large-area military targets, officials said.
US fighter jets scrambled after aircraft violates restricted airspace near Biden's Delaware home
A civilian aircraft that violated restricted airspace in Delaware Saturday afternoon prompted fighter jets to scramble because the president was at his home in Wilmington.
Chinese fighter jet comes uncomfortably close to US bomber over South China Sea
A Chinese fighter jet came within 10 feet of an American B-52 bomber flying over the South China Sea, nearly causing an accident, the U.S. military says, underscoring the potential for a mishap as both countries vie for influence in the region.
Marines inch grudgingly toward integrating women and men at boot camp
While companies of men and women train together, Marine Corps leaders still fervently believe there must be a degree of segregation as they mold young people.
WWII veteran asked for 100 cards for her 100th birthday. Here’s how many she got.
Mrs. Ethelyn Bell celebrated her 100th birthday this week. Thanks to many of you, she had a very special day.
US Navy sailor launches rescue of puppy saved during overseas deployment: ‘Can’t leave a comrade behind’
Paws of War co-founder Robert Misseri said in a statement that Koda’s story is a recurring situation for many active military members who rescue and "fall in love with animals overseas."
Veteran wounded in Iraq moves into Cedar Hill home built for his needs
A veteran has moved into a custom home that was built for his specific needs in Cedar Hill.
How a government shutdown will affect veterans
Veterans should prepare for some services to be cut until the shutdown ends.
American soldier who crossed into North Korea returns to US, video appears to show
Pvt. Travis King appeared to walk off a plane in San Antonio, Texas, early Thursday. King ran into the North while on a civilian tour of a border village on July 18. He had served in South Korea.
Troops plagued by filthy conditions, squatters in military barracks: report
Service members have been forced to live in buildings with problems ranging from pests to toxic waste.
Los Alamos, atomic bomb birthplace, braces for its most significant mission since Manhattan Project
The mission calls for modernizing the arsenal with droves of new workers producing plutonium cores — key components for nuclear weapons.
F-35 pilot's 911 call: 'I'm not sure where the airplane is'
A military pilot whose advanced fighter jet went temporarily missing over the weekend is heard repeatedly requesting an ambulance in a perplexing 911 call from the South Carolina home where he had parachuted to safety.
Missing F-35: Debris field found in search for fighter jet, officials say
The crash site for a stealth fighter jet that went missing during the weekend after its pilot ejected has been located in rural South Carolina after the military asked the public for help finding an aircraft built to elude detection.
Space Force sets new record with surprise satellite launch
The U.S. Space Force says it set a record for sending a satellite into space on short notice – just a 24-hour timeframe, instead of weeks or months – calling it a "major advancement" of its capabilities.