Black Hawk helicopter crashes in Alabama, killing 2 crewTwo members of the Tennessee National Guard were killed during a flight-training mission. There were no injuries to anyone on the ground.
Black Vietnam War veteran to receive Medal of HonorRetired Army Col. Paris Davis will receive the highest award for military valor in action for his time in the Vietnam War.
Shot-down objects are not extraterrestrial, US officials sayThe White House says the three objects are not extraterrestrial in nature, but claims little else is known about them.
Navy recovers Chinese spy balloon in Atlantic after it was shot downThe Biden administration decided to bring down the Chinese balloon once it made its way to the ocean after it hovered over several states.
US Air Force general warns of potential war with China in 2025In a leaked memo, U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan said "my gut tells me we will fight in 2025."
Ukrainian troops are getting air defense training in the USIn Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Ukrainian solders are training on an advanced air defense platform called the Patriot missile system.
Expanded US training for Ukraine forces begins in GermanyThe combined arms training is aimed at honing Ukrainian forces' skills so they will be better prepared in fighting back against Russia.
New Housing Support For Military Families Is ComingIn a tough economy, the Defense Department is taking steps to help relieve the burden on military families.
Teen Honors Veterans During Wreaths Across America DayWreaths Across America Day is a holiday tradition that started in 1992 as a way to remember those who served.
U.S. Poised To Approve Patriot Missile Battery For UkraineThe Patriot would be the most advanced surface-to-air missile system the West has provided to Ukraine.
White House Will Be 'Relentless' In Securing Paul Whelan's ReleaseWhite House national security adviser Jake Sullivan described the administration's commitment to bringing Paul Whelan home as "absolutely rock solid."
House Passes Defense Bill Scrapping COVID Vaccine MandateThe bill provides nearly $858 billion for national defense in addition to taking away a COVID vaccine mandate for U.S. military members.
Congress Set To Rescind COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate For TroopsAs of early this month, about 99% of the active-duty troops in the Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps had been vaccinated, and 98% of the Army.
Houston Hospital Helps Amputee Patients With New Prosthetics ProcedureNew surgical procedure at a Houston hospital increases success of people getting prosthetics.
How Effective Is Missile Defense?Armies have gradually improved techniques to defend against both ballistic rockets and powered missiles.
Dallas Air Show Victims Named; NTSB Investigation UnderwaySix people were killed Saturday when a World War II-era bomber and a fighter plane collided and crashed in a ball of flames during an air show.
U.S. Military Struggling With RecruitmentThe Navy met its target goal and so did the Air Force, although with fewer additional recruits than in previous years. Meanwhile, the Army fell short.
First Lady Hosts Veterans Day Breakfast, Supports CaregiversShe introduced the Hidden Helpers Coalition, which is meant to help young people who act as caregivers who live with wounded service members or vets.
Tally Of Homeless Veterans Fell 11%, Biggest Drop In 5 YearsThere were 33,136 homeless veterans in January of this year, compared with 37,252 in 2020, according to the Point-in-Time count.
On Board With The U.S. Coast Guard: Surveilling The Sea For MigrantsCrossing land isn't the only way migrants are finding their way into the U.S. Many Haitian and Cuban migrants make the difficult journey on the ocean.
Sikh Air Force Cadet Explores Religious Identity Woes In U.S. MilitaryGursharan Virk is the first Air Force Sikh cadet allowed to wear reflections of faith. His story inspired others to push for religious accommodations.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Rallies To Raise Awareness For Military HungerThe Department of Defense estimates as many as 24% of military families are food insecure. That’s about 300,000 people, plus their families.
Afghan Couple Accuse U.S. Marine Of Abducting Their BabyIn a federal lawsuit, the Afghan family accuses Joshua and Stephanie Mast of false imprisonment, conspiracy, fraud and assault.
As Suicides Rise, U.S. Military Seeks To Address Mental HealthRising suicide rates among active service members have forced the Pentagon to review the military's mental health protocols.
U.S., South Korea Continue Military Drills In Response To North KoreaThe USS Ronald Reagan and South Korean warships resumed training drills, days after North Korea launched a nuclear-capable missile over Japan.
U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers Assesses Damage After Hurricane IanThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been using technology to assess the damage left behind and to find objects submerged under water.
U.S. Aircraft Carrier Arrives In South Korea For Joint Military DrillsThe South Korean navy said the training is meant to boost the allies' military readiness in response to North Korean nuclear and missile tests.
U.S. Veteran Shares Message Of Hope After Battling PTSDFormer U.S. Army medic Sergio Alfaro returned from Iraq with the realities of war burned into his mind.
The Struggle And Rising Need For Veterans To Get Mental Health CareResearch shows nearly half of American veterans who need mental health care don't get it.
Reported Sexual Assaults Across U.S. Military Increase 13%Defense officials have argued that an increase in reported assaults is a positive trend because so many people are reluctant to report it.
