Rising suicide rates compel military to address mental health

The Pentagon is reviewing the military's mental health policy amid a rise in suicides among active service members. But many service members in crisis won't admit they need help.

Vanessa Guillen Memorial Highway dedication ceremony held in South Houston

It's been two years since Vanessa Guillen died, but her memory lives on, and on Saturday, a ceremony was held for the unveiling of a highway dedicated in her honor.

Eduardo Garza's mission, help veterans succeed

The Center for Veterans Issues is known best for serving homeless veterans, but the organization juggles multiple projects at any given time with Eduardo Garza leading the way.

US Army misses recruiting goal, other services squeak by

The worsening recruiting problem is stirring debate about whether America’s fighting force should be restructured or reduced in size.

Kenosha students learn from veterans; history from those who lived it

There is no better way to learn about history than talking to those who lived through it. Some Kenosha high school students got to speak to veterans – making them the perfect sources for their assignment.

Florida military bases brace for Hurricane Ian's impact as ships, aircraft evacuate region

An evacuation order was issued for non-mission-essential individuals at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. Meanwhile, U.S. 4th Fleet ships are departing from Mayport Naval Air Station in Jacksonville.

Pentagon lays out new food, housing programs for troops

The Pentagon announced a number of new programs Thursday that are aimed at helping service members who are struggling with housing shortages and steep food and living expenses as they move from base to base.

Franklin man's Alzheimer's bike ride honors late father

A Franklin man is going the distance to further research on the disease that killed his father. Over the summer, Dave Adam biked 4,200 miles across Canada to raise money for the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Initiative to End Alzheimer’s.

Milwaukee veteran's Fallen Hero Honor Ride for 6 killed in Afghanistan

Biking 1,700 miles cross country is a feat enough on its own, but when you hear why one Milwaukee man is taking on the journey, you’ll understand why it’s so important.

Milwaukee veteran Fallen Hero Honor Ride for 6 killed in Afghanistan
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Biking 1,700 miles cross country is a feat enough on its own, but when you hear why one Milwaukee man is taking on the journey, you'll understand why it's so important.

USS Ronald Reagan to arrive at S. Korea despite threats from N. Korea

The carrier’s arrival comes after North Korea recently passed a new law designed to authorize the preemptive use of nuclear weapons in certain conditions.

Happy birthday! US Air Force celebrates 75th anniversary

Though America has seen several wars and aircraft flights for more than 100 years, the Air Force as we know it today is only 75 years old.

VIDEO: Bird flies into military jet, causes crash that damaged Lake Worth home

New video released by the military shows the moment a bird flew into a military jet last year, which caused it to crash into a Lake Worth neighborhood and cause major damage to a home.

Sheboygan veteran receives free home repairs: 'What a gift'

A Sheboygan veteran received free home repairs Tuesday from Rebuilding Together in Sheboygan County. That included a new roof, windows and paint.

VA to offer abortions to veterans in certain cases

It’s the first time VA doctors will be able to perform abortions on federal property.