Trump plan to stem vet suicides focuses on public awareness
The $53 million, two-year effort will include a public messaging campaign starting in the coming weeks to raise awareness about suicide at a time of increased social distancing and isolation during a pandemic.
Sons sue over medicine mix-up that killed Navy vet in sheriff's custody
A lawsuit against Solano County and its sheriff alleges civil rights violation, wrongful death and medical malpractice after an elderly man was given the very medicine he was allergic to, causing his death.
Tiny houses in Kansas City give homeless veterans a place to call home
The Veterans Community Project (VCP), a nonprofit group based in Kansas City, has made it a mission to provide transitional homes and services to veterans, one community at a time.
VA employee sentenced to 16 years in prison for orchestrating $19M health care corruption scheme
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Joseph Prince was also ordered to pay nearly $20 million in restitution to the Veteran’s Health Administration.
Pandemic makes for a lonely D-Day observance in Normandy
Compared to last year, when many tens of thousands came to the northern French beaches of Normandy to cheer the dwindling number of veterans and celebrate three-quarters of a century of liberation from Nazi oppression, the coronavirus lockdown turned this year’s remembrance into one of the eeriest ever.
Last remaining Tuskegee Airman nurse turns 100
Sitting in a wheelchair in full military dress holding an American flag, the only surviving Tuskegee Airman nurse humbly celebrated her 100th birthday on Thursday.
Funerals with full military honors on hold at Georgia National Cemetery due to COVID-19
Funerals with full military honors have been put on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Woman jogging at Little Elm park used military background to fight off attacker
A woman attacked while on a jog last week in Little Elm is describing the crime and how she was able to escape the man who pretended to be exercising, too.
Maryland couple slain at Delaware veterans cemetery visited son’s grave almost daily, surviving son says
Back in November, Paul and Lidia Marino celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary. That they could die in such a seemingly senseless way was a shock, son Ray said.
These 6 famous women got their start serving in the Armed Forces
Long before we knew them as actresses and prominent public figures, these six women got their start by serving in the Armed Forces.
Here’s how livestreamers can help veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic
Livestreaming offers individuals a way to support veterans from the comfort of their own home.
Highlands County man, a Purple Heart recipient, celebrates 90th birthday
Robert Scherer has had a long resume in serving his country and in public service.
VA defends use of unproven drug on veterans for coronavirus
Major veterans organizations are calling on VA to explain under what circumstances VA doctors initiate discussion of hydroxychloroquine with veterans as a treatment option.
Navy officer of 31 years gets car parade after retirement ceremony canceled due to COVID-19
A decorated Navy officer received a sweet car parade to celebrate his retirement after the coronavirus pandemic forced his official ceremony to be cancelled.
NJ Navy veteran makes incredible recovery from COVID-19 after being on ventilator, dialysis
Brett Breslow has tested negative for COVID-19 twice since April 15th showing signs of steady improvement.
Wounded Warrior Project commits $10 million to helping veterans impacted by coronavirus pandemic
The Wounded Warrior Project said that they will give financial assistance to veterans who are unable to meet their food or shelter needs because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Quarantine 'can't stop the feeling' for this dancing World War II veteran
A World War II veteran from the Milwaukee area is 97 years old, but his dancing moves prove he's still young at heart.
California Marine surprised for 104th birthday with parade amid coronavirus stay-at-home order
A statewide stay-at-home order in California couldn’t keep a woman considered to be the oldest living female Marine west of the Mississippi River from celebrating her 104th birthday last week.
Veteran, 95, recovers from coronavirus, family says: 'Pretty hardcore'
A 95-year-old veteran who lived through the Great Depression and World War II just beat the coronavirus.
State investigates complaint VA using company that's 'putting the lives of our veterans in harm's way'
Critics question a decision by the Atlanta VA Medical Center for how it transports veterans, claiming the VA could be putting lives at risk, especially during this vulnerable time.