Stars and Stripes 'Flight of Champions;' pro sports teams sponsor

The Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers and Milwaukee Bucks are teaming up to sponsor three planeloads of Wisconsin veterans on Stars and Stripes Honor Flight’s 65th “mission,” scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 8.

Stars and Stripes 'Flight of Champions;' pro sports teams involved
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Wisconsin's pro sports teams are joining forces for Stars and Stripes "Flight of Champions" Honor Flights. A news conference is being held to explain.

US military sees 13% increase in reported sexual assaults

The latest numbers are certain to anger lawmakers on Capitol Hill who have been critical of the Pentagon’s efforts to get a handle on sexual crimes and misconduct.

US Navy says Iran tried to steal American sea drone

Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard seized an American sea drone Tuesday in the Persian Gulf and tried to tow it away, only releasing the unmanned vessel when a U.S. Navy warship and helicopter approached, officials said.

Milwaukee's American Legion monument restored, dedicated

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson and several special guests dedicated the now-restored American Legion monument in Kilbourn Reservoir Park.

American Legion motorcycle ride raises awareness for veterans issues

The American Legion Legacy Ride ended in Oak Creek on Thursday ahead of the American Legion National Convention in Milwaukee.

War Memorial’s Medal of Honor exhibit honors Wisconsin recipients
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The Wisconsin Medal of Honor Exhibit at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center tells the stories of 64 of the state's bravest service members.

War Memorial's Medal of Honor exhibit honors Wisconsin recipients

The Wisconsin Medal of Honor Exhibit at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center tells the stories of 64 of the state's bravest service members.

Divers find wreckage of first US Navy destroyer sunk by enemy fire

The U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command says more than half the ship’s crew was lost during the attack in World War I.

Family of Texas soldier Vanessa Guillen seeking $35 million in damages

The family of a Texas soldier who was sexually harassed and killed at a military base near Killeen in 2020 filed a lawsuit Friday seeking $35 million in damages from the U.S. government.

Veterans 'burn pits' bill marks a personal victory for Biden

The legislation will help veterans get disability payments without having to prove their illness was the result of their service. Other health care services will be expanded as well.

Marines promote first Black 4-star general in service history

For the first time in Marine Corps history, Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley will lead the U.S. Africa Command in Germany and oversee all American military forces in Africa.

US drone strike kills al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri

President Joe Biden is expressing hope that the killing of al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri brings “one more measure of closure” to families of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States.

Brewers' Racing Sausages Run/Walk raises funds for Fisher House

Hundreds came out Saturday morning, July 30 for the 24th annual Famous Racing Sausages Run/Walk at American Family Field.