Trump signs executive order establishing Military Spouse Commission opening direct line with military families

President Donald Trump signed an executive order in the Oval Office Monday, establishing the Military Spouse Commission to advise the president on policies affecting military spouses and families.

VA launches trial of GLP-1 drugs to treat alcohol use disorder in veterans

The VA is launching a new clinical trial to test whether blockbuster GLP-1 drugs used for weight loss and type 2 diabetes can treat alcohol use disorder in veterans.

USDA launches military hiring program for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced an initiative designed to recruit veterans, transitional service members, and military spouses into roles to help protect America’s food supply, agriculture security and rural communities. 

Body camera video shows deputy fatally shoot service dog

A Cobb County sheriff's deputy fatally shot a service dog named Fifi in Powder Springs while serving an arrest warrant last week.

Dog killed as Cobb County deputy serves warrant

A Cobb County Sheriff's Office deputy shot and killed a dog in Cobb County while serving an arrest warrant Wednesday.

VA launches new program to help veterans struggling with home loans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) officially launched a new program designed to help prevent veterans from losing their homes.

Gunfire drives Atlanta veteran from public housing

An Atlanta military veteran says she no longer feels safe in her public housing apartment after stray bullets pierced her children's bedroom ceiling.

D-Day veterans from Georgia make pilgrimage to Normandy

Atlanta travelers and strangers paused to honor 27 World War II veterans flying from the world's busiest airport.

Former Marine reportedly fights off armed teen robbers in Oxon Hill

An afternoon working on a pickup truck reportedly turned into a life-or-death struggle for an Oxon Hill man Wednesday afternoon, when a group of teenagers pointed a gun at his face in an attempted robbery.

Former veterans quartermaster on theft charges in Gwinnett County

The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office Jail Intelligence Unit arrested a former veterans organization official last Friday for allegedly stealing money from the association.

Georgia town display of military banners raises funds for new veterans memorial

The city of Senoia is embracing a heavy dose of patriotism by honoring veterans with Main Street banners ahead of a free summer kickoff celebration Saturday.

Best and worst states for military retirees, data suggests

WalletHub compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia across 28 key indicators to determine the best states for military retirees.

America 250: Gold Star mothers head to Europe to collect 'sacred soil' to honor service and sacrifice

As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, a group of Gold Star mothers have embarked on a trip to Europe to collect "sacred soil" from ground made hallowed by the courage and sacrifice of service members

DOJ: Former NFL player sentenced to 16 years for defrauding $200 million from Medicare and VA

A former NFL player who was a member of the Seattle Seahawks and Green Bay Packers has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for a years long scheme that bilked Medicare and the Department of Veterans Affairs out of $200 million. 

Jasper VA clinic shooting: Vigil held at Decatur VA

Members of the nursing community gathered in Decatur to honor a VA social worker who was killed earlier this month in Jasper.

VA OIG: Man who founded Veteran organization and scammed VA out of $20 million sentenced to 4 years in prison

An Ohio man will spend the next four years in prison after prosecutors say he scammed the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) out of approximately $20 million in fraudulent benefits.

Dr. Thomas L. Coleman, DeKalb County leader and veteran, dies at 80

Dr. Thomas L. Coleman, a distinguished military veteran and prolific DeKalb County public servant, passed away on January 31, 2026.

DA: Purple Heart veteran’s mental health likely led to deadly Coweta County shootout

A Purple Heart veteran’s combat-related mental health struggles likely led to a deadly Coweta County shootout with police, according to the district attorney.