NORAD intercepts 2 Russian fighter jets, 2 Chinese bombers off Alaskan coast
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said it sent out fighter jets to intercept two Russian and two Chinese aircraft off the coast of Alaska on Wednesday.
U.S. Army teams up with Metra to aid service members in career transitions
The U.S. Army and Metra have joined forces to enhance job opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian life.
U.S. Army teams up with Metra to aid service members in career transitions
The U.S. Army and Metra have joined forces to enhance job opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian life.
Clearwater WWII veteran celebrates 106th birthday with 5 generations of his family
A Clearwater WWII veteran celebrated his 106th birthday on Saturday. Five generations of his family gathered at a Largo home to reflect on his fondest memories.
Milwaukee World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20.
Navy pilots welcomed home after months of fending off Houthi attacks
Thousands of sailors are returning home to the U.S. after months in the Middle East where they faced off in what some experts are calling the most intense ongoing naval battle since World War II.
Army testing ‘pocket-sized’ drones that could soon be in the hands of every squad
The drones first saw action with Special Forces in Afghanistan.
Giving thanks to local military families for their sacrifices on Independence Day
Buddy's Helpers works with thousands of local high school student athletes to thank police officers, fire fighters and active or retired military personnel and their children for all they have done for our country
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 2 Civil War heroes who helped hijack a train
U.S. Army Pvts. Philip G. Shadrach and George D. Wilson received the posthumous honor during a ceremony at the White House.
US Army soldier-athlete chases Olympic dream
A group of U.S. soldiers have qualified to go for the gold in the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Sgt. Sagen Maddalena is just one of the soldier-athletes preparing for their shot at competitive shooting sports.
Decision to honor Prince Harry with Pat Tillman Award criticized by mother of late soldier
The mother of Pat Tillman, a fallen soldier and promising NFL player, criticized ESPN for its decision to honor Prince Harry with an award named in his honor.
Cook County veteran gifted new roof from local contractor: 'It was like winning the lottery'
Air Force veteran and retired Will County Sheriff's deputy Bruce Suggs said his prayers had been answered when he was gifted a new roof for his home.
Chicago family reunited with late father's Purple Heart
A Chicago family is celebrating Independence Day week by being reunited with their late father's Purple Heart.
Chicago family reunited with late father's Purple Heart
A Chicago family is celebrating Independence Day week by being reunited with their late father's Purple Heart.
Cook County veteran gifted new roof from local contractor: 'It was like winning the lottery'
A local veteran received a much-needed gift from a local contractor this week. Air Force veteran and retired Will County Sheriff's deputy Bruce Suggs said his prayers had been answered when he was gifted a new roof for his home.
Top-secret US aquatic military vessel spotted on Google Maps
The aquatic drone dubbed the 'Manta Ray' is part of a wider U.S. Navy project to augment the nation's long-range underwater fleet of unmanned vehicles.
Biden pardons thousands of LGBTQ+ veterans
Major action taken by President Joe Biden on Wednesday, as he pardoned thousands of former US service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on gay sex.
11th annual 'Barbeque for the Troops' set for July
An effort to support U.S. service men and women returns for its 11th year next month as the Chicago Automobile Trade Association hosts its annual Barbeque for the Troops.
US military draft: Bill would require women to register for Selective Service
Women may be one step closer to a mandate requiring them to register for Selective Service, or the military draft.
More American soldiers are dying by suicide than combat
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.