Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson honors fallen heroes at Grant Park Memorial Day ceremony
Chicago's new mayor Brandon Johnson spoke in Grant Park Monday for a Memorial Day ceremony.
Mayor Johnson honors fallen heroes at Grant Park Memorial Day ceremony
Chicago's new mayor Brandon Johnson spoke in Grant Park on Monday for a Memorial Day ceremony.
‘Field of the Fallen’ honors Illinois soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice
Throughout Memorial Day weekend, one local organization honored the men and women of Illinois who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
'Missing Hero Table': Fallen soldiers honored with empty seat at table on Memorial Day
Creating "The Missing Hero Table" — or setting an extra place and empty chair at the family table — is a way to remember the soldier who never came home, as one Florida mom explains.
Henry Kissinger celebrates 100th birthday
In recent years, Kissinger has continued to hold sway over Washington's power brokers as an elder statesman.
Top 10 travel destinations to honor the fallen on Memorial Day
The top destinations are based on the number of war memorials and veteran-owned businesses in each city.
Ukrainian veterans visit Chicago school, inspire students during patriotic assembly
In honor of Memorial Day, 10 Ukrainian veterans who are in Chicago to participate in weekend events began their trip by visiting with local schoolchildren.
Ukrainian veterans visit Chicago school, inspire students during patriotic assembly
In honor of Memorial Day, 10 Ukrainian veterans who are in Chicago to participate in weekend events began their trip by visiting with local schoolchildren.
WWII vet, 101, 'finally' walks at graduation 80 years after having to miss ceremony amid global war
Fred Taylor walked across the commencement stage eight decades after serving in WWII.
World War II veteran missing for 80 years to be laid to rest in Illinois
After 80 years of being declared missing in action, a World War II veteran from Illinois will finally be laid to rest.
Government forcing Navy retirees to pay back up to $70K after system glitch
Navy retirees could owe anywhere from $35 to $75,000 as a result of the system glitch.
Chicago-area veterans preparing for 'Ruck March' fundraiser
For nine years, the organization "Chicago Veterans" has hosted 300 community events in 45 Chicagoland communities. They are events like the monthly liberty calls, where veterans can get connected to any service they need in person.
Chicago-area veterans preparing for 'Ruck March' fundraiser
The Chicago Veterans Ruck March will be held on Friday, May 26. It's a 17-mile journey to raise money for veterans in need.
100-year-old WWII veteran plans to bench press 100 pounds this year: ‘That’s my goal’
WWII veteran Warner Schlaupitz aims to bench press 100 pounds at Delaware's senior olympics in September. He works with a personal trainer and credits his healthy and active lifestyle to his longevity.
Russia accuses Ukraine of trying to assassinate Putin in drone attack; Zelenskyy denies
Russia claimed it foiled an attack by Ukrainian drones on the Kremlin early Wednesday, promising retaliation for what it termed a “terrorist” act.
Biden sends 1,500 troops to U.S.-Mexico border for migrant surge
The Biden administration has requested 1,500 troops for the U.S.-Mexico border amid an expected migrant surge following the end of pandemic-era restrictions, according to three administration officials.
Never-before-seen photos show White House on day Osama bin Laden was killed
While many have likely seen the “Situation Room" photo during the killing of Osama bin Laden, several newly-released pictures have been published showing key moments inside the White House.
US Army grounds aviators for training following deadly helicopter crashes
The U.S. Army says it has grounded aviation units for training after deadly helicopter crashes in Alaska and Kentucky killed 12 in the past month.
National guardsman spoke of ‘murder,’ could still possess secrets, US says
Jack Teixeira is accused of distributing highly classified documents about top national security issues on a social media platform. Prosecutors say he kept an arsenal of weapons and talked of “violence and murder."
New affordable housing development for veterans breaks ground in Chicago Heights
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Chicago Heights Wednesday for a new affordable housing development for veterans.