China reveals new aircraft carrier amid tensions with Asian neighbors
China commissioned its new aircraft carriers as a part of its effort to expand what is already the world's largest navy.
China commissioned its new aircraft carriers as a part of its effort to expand what is already the world's largest navy.
Veterans Day 2025 deals: Where Veterans can get free meals and discounts
Veterans Day is celebrated each year to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To honor and thank Veterans for their service and sacrifice, many businesses offer discounts and special deals.
Veterans Day is celebrated each year to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To honor and thank Veterans for their service and sacrifice, many businesses offer discounts and special deals.
Chipotle’s “Round Up for Real Change" campaign supporting Veterans and military community
Chipotle is continuing its support of Veterans and the military community through its “Round Up for Real Change" campaign.
Chipotle is continuing its support of Veterans and the military community through its “Round Up for Real Change" campaign.
Army veteran spared foreclosure after tax mix-up resolved in Chicago suburb
A Cook County veteran nearly lost his home over a tax error, but 24 hours later, everything changed.
A Cook County veteran nearly lost his home over a tax error, but 24 hours later, everything changed.
These cities rank as the best places for veterans in 2025, analysis shows
After devoting their time to serving our nation, many veterans look for a place to settle down and these cities offer quality options to fit their needs, according to a new report.
After devoting their time to serving our nation, many veterans look for a place to settle down and these cities offer quality options to fit their needs, according to a new report.
VA says 37,000 employees now furloughed or working without pay due to government shutdown
The Department of Veterans Affairs says 37,000 employees have been furloughed or are working without pay as the government shutdown continues.
The Department of Veterans Affairs says 37,000 employees have been furloughed or are working without pay as the government shutdown continues.
3 Wright-Patterson Air Force Base personnel found dead in Ohio
Authorities are investigating the deaths of 3 Wright-Patterson Air Force Base employees found in the Dayton area.
Authorities are investigating the deaths of 3 Wright-Patterson Air Force Base employees found in the Dayton area.
ACLU: D.C. protester sues after ‘Imperial March’ arrest
Sam O’Hara, a Washington, D.C., resident, sued police and a National Guard member after being detained for playing the Star Wars “Imperial March” in protest.
Sam O’Hara, a Washington, D.C., resident, sued police and a National Guard member after being detained for playing the Star Wars “Imperial March” in protest.
US military presence builds in Caribbean to apply pressure on South American leaders
The U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats have continued as the military builds up its presence in the Caribbean region.
The U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats have continued as the military builds up its presence in the Caribbean region.
US deploys Ford carrier strike group to disrupt drug operations in Western Hemisphere
War Secretary Pete Hegseth deploys Gerald R Ford Carrier Strike Group to US Southern Command, Pentagon says.
War Secretary Pete Hegseth deploys Gerald R Ford Carrier Strike Group to US Southern Command, Pentagon says.
Saving Veteran's - BraveHearts Returns to Chicago this Weekend for 20-Mile Horseback Ride
BraveHearts—the nation’s leading equine-assisted services organization for Veterans—will return to Chicago on Friday, October 24, for “Trail to Zero,” an annual 20-mile horseback ride to raise awareness for Veteran mental health and suicide prevention. Amanda Bethards and Winston join ChicagoNOW.
BraveHearts—the nation’s leading equine-assisted services organization for Veterans—will return to Chicago on Friday, October 24, for “Trail to Zero,” an annual 20-mile horseback ride to raise awareness for Veteran mental health and suicide prevention. Amanda Bethards and Winston join ChicagoNOW.
Vance attends Marine Corps 250th anniversary celebration at Camp Pendleton
Vice President JD Vance joined fellow Marines at Camp Pendleton, California, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
Vice President JD Vance joined fellow Marines at Camp Pendleton, California, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
World War II soldier from Illinois identified
The family of a World War II soldier from Illinois finally has some closure. Officials identified the remains of U.S. Army Sgt. John Radanovich.
The family of a World War II soldier from Illinois finally has some closure. Officials identified the remains of U.S. Army Sgt. John Radanovich.
Preckwinkle announces $40M in small business grants
In a boost for small businesses, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced Wednesday that $40 million in assistance from the 2023 Source Grant Fund.
In a boost for small businesses, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced Wednesday that $40 million in assistance from the 2023 Source Grant Fund.
USO BBQ for troops this Saturday
Some Chicago and suburban car dealers will be bringing in a different kind of grill to their lots this weekend for a good cause. This is the 10th annual USO Barbeque for the Troops, supporting USO Illinois.
Some Chicago and suburban car dealers will be bringing in a different kind of grill to their lots this weekend for a good cause. This is the 10th annual USO Barbeque for the Troops, supporting USO Illinois.
Texas National Guard members removed from Illinois for failing 'mission requirements'
Seven service members failed to meet mission requirements during pre-deployment validation process.
Seven service members failed to meet mission requirements during pre-deployment validation process.
Texas National Guard troops removed from Illinois for failing 'mission requirements'
The Texas Military Department (TMD) confirmed to Fox News Digital on Tuesday that it replaced seven National Guard members who were deployed to Illinois amid civil unrest, citing the service members' failure to meet "mission requirements."
The Texas Military Department (TMD) confirmed to Fox News Digital on Tuesday that it replaced seven National Guard members who were deployed to Illinois amid civil unrest, citing the service members' failure to meet "mission requirements."
Military and Coast Guard members getting paid Oct. 15 despite government shutdown
All U.S. military personnel and members of the Coast Guard will get paid as scheduled on Wednesday, Oct. 15.
All U.S. military personnel and members of the Coast Guard will get paid as scheduled on Wednesday, Oct. 15.
Celebrating 250 years: The U.S. Navy, founded on October 13, 1775
The United States Navy is celebrating 250 years of service, sacrifice, and tradition, commemorating its founding on October 13, 1775.
The United States Navy is celebrating 250 years of service, sacrifice, and tradition, commemorating its founding on October 13, 1775.
Trump orders Pentagon to use available funds to pay troops amid government shutdown
President Donald Trump said he has ordered the Defense Department to use all available funds to ensure U.S. troops are paid on October 15 despite the ongoing government shutdown.
President Donald Trump said he has ordered the Defense Department to use all available funds to ensure U.S. troops are paid on October 15 despite the ongoing government shutdown.



















