Pete Hegseth for defense secretary: Trump nomination catches DC off guard

Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.

How does Pete Hegseth's experience compare to previous defense secretaries?

The nomination of Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary has left many wondering how his experience compares to people who have previously served.

Illinois man misses flight from Atlanta, found dead in Alabama

A 24-year-old Illinois man who was supposed to be on a flight home from Atlanta was found dead just days later in Alabama. The tragedy coincided with another historic date in his family.

Tunnel to Towers pays off mortgage for family of fallen Georgia soldier

In honor of Veterans Day, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation has paid off the mortgage for the family home of Army Sergeant William Rivers in Carrollton.

Veterans Day 2024: America's most patriotic cities

A new study ranks U.S. cities with a patriotism score based on commitment to their veteran communities.

Veterans Day Charity Classic at Bear's Best raising money for veterans

Veterans Day is marked by parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, and flags flown at half-staff, but for those in Suwanee, there’s another unique way to celebrate: a day on the golf course.

Fort Stewart soldier reportedly drowns in Tivoli River in Richmond Hill

A soldier from the 3rd Infantry Division tragically lost his life Nov. 7 in a drowning accident while attempting to retrieve a crab pot from the Tivoli River in Richmond Hill.

US Marine Corps celebrating 249th birthday

The Marine Corps celebrates its birthday Sunday, marking when the Continental Marines were founded on that day in 1775 during the Revolutionary War.

Georgia Army veteran gifted car Veterans Day Weekend after series of tragedies

United States Army Veteran Durand McCall says this is one of the best Veterans Day weekends he has ever celebrated after a stranger's kind deed led to him being gifted a car.

Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel passes away at age 107, Navajo Nation announces

One of the final remaining code talkers during World War II, John Kinsel, was pronounced dead by the Navajo Nation Council at 107 years of age.

DA finds officer justified in fatal shooting of veteran at Atlanta VA hospital

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston has announced her decision not to charge the officer involved in the Jan. 29 fatal shooting of John Robert Smith Jr., 58, at the Atlanta VA Medical Center on Clairmont Road.

Trump's 2nd term military vision: Expand domestic use, border troops

During his first term as president, Donald Trump tested the limits of how he could use the military to achieve policy goals. If given a second term, the Republican and his allies are preparing to go much further.

US sending air defense missile system, more troops to Israel

The Pentagon said Sunday the United States will send a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery and troops to to Israel.

New Vietnam Memorial dedicated in Dunwoody

A dedication ceremony for a new Vietnam War memorial was held in Dunwoody over the weekend.

Watch Russian fighter jet fly dangerously close to US F-16

A Russian fighter jet’s dangerous maneuver caused a close encounter near Alaskan airspace - one that drew commendation from U.S. military and government officials.