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World War II veteran Anna Mae Robertson was honored in Milwaukee on Friday. She was part of the only African American Women?s Army Corps to serve overseas during World War II.

WWII veteran honored in Milwaukee: 'You're an inspiration'

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson issued a proclamation celebrating World War II Veteran Anna Mae Robertson ahead of her 98th birthday on March 5.

What is a thermobaric bomb?

Russia is accused of using thermobaric weapons or "vacuum bombs" in Ukraine. These weapons are a breach of the Geneva Convention -- guidelines for humanitarian treatment in war.

House passes bill to boost benefits for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits

Veterans exposed to burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan would have a dramatic boost in health care services and disability benefits under the legislation.

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: US, Europe agree to freeze assets of Russia’s Putin, Lavrov

The EU’s unanimous decision, part of a broader sanctions package, indicated that Western powers are moving toward unprecedented measures to try to force Putin to stop the brutal invasion of Russia’s neighbor and from unleashing a major war in Europe.

US Army discovers MIA soldier from only Black infantry division in WWII is related to Spike Lee

Famed movie director Spike Lee received a letter in the mail from the United States Army telling him about his relative who was part of the only Black infantry division serving in World War II in Italy which was the focus of a movie Lee directed in 2008.

Chernobyl nuclear power plant no longer controlled by Ukraine, official says

A presidential adviser says Ukraine lost control of the Chernobyl nuclear site, where Ukrainian forces had waged a fierce battle with Russian troops.

Biden announces new sanctions on Russia, says Putin ‘chose this war’

President Joe Biden announced a new round of sanctions targeting Russia after its invasion of Ukraine, charging that Putin “chose this war” and that his country will bear the consequences of his actions.

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform flyover at 2022 Daytona 500

The tradition continues as the world-renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will perform the flyover for the 64th annual Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022 at Daytona International Speedway.

Russia-Ukraine: Former residents, Marquette expert watching conflict

President Joe Biden said he is "convinced" that Russia's president has decided to invade Ukraine. In the Milwaukee area, people worried about their native home.

Fort McCoy: Last Afghan refugees leave Wisconsin base

The last group of Afghan refugees who were temporarily housed at Fort McCoy left the U.S. Army base Tuesday, Feb. 15, officials announced.

Hartland 'Sleepout for Veterans' raises money, attention

In Hartland, an American Legion Post held its third "Sleepout for Veterans" to raise money and awareness for veterans experiencing homelessness.

Air Force ordered to pay more than $230M in Texas church shooting

The U.S. Air Force must pay more than $230 million in damages to survivors and victims’ families of a 2017 Texas church massacre for failing to flag a conviction that might have kept the gunman from legally buying the weapon used in the shooting, a federal judge ruled Monday.

ISIS leader killed by US special forces in Syria raid, Biden says

ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi died by exploding a bomb that killed himself and members of his family as US forces approached, Biden said.