Illinois announces extensive upgrades to veterans homes across state
The state of Illinois will be upgrading many veterans homes throughout the state.
The state of Illinois will be upgrading many veterans homes throughout the state.
Marines found in car died from carbon monoxide poisoning, officials say
The Pender County Sheriff’s Office did not immediately make clear whether their deaths were accidental.
The Pender County Sheriff’s Office did not immediately make clear whether their deaths were accidental.
Three Marines found dead in a car near Camp Lejeune in North Carolina
The three servicemen were discovered dead in a vehicle in Pender County on the morning of July 23, according to local reports – approximately 40 minutes away from Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.
The three servicemen were discovered dead in a vehicle in Pender County on the morning of July 23, according to local reports – approximately 40 minutes away from Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.
Remains of missing Illinois soldier identified from World War II
A U.S. Army sergeant from Illinois who was reported missing during World War II was accounted for earlier this year.
A U.S. Army sergeant from Illinois who was reported missing during World War II was accounted for earlier this year.
Historic WWII aircraft land in Chicago area, offering rides to the public
It's one thing to see a historic airplane in a museum, but it's another to see it still flying.
It's one thing to see a historic airplane in a museum, but it's another to see it still flying.
Illinois man and decorated WWII veteran celebrates his 100th birthday
An Illinois native and decorated World War II veteran celebrated his 100th birthday in Bloomingdale Friday!
An Illinois native and decorated World War II veteran celebrated his 100th birthday in Bloomingdale Friday!
Grayslake Post Office renamed for fallen Army Ranger from Wildwood
U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider dedicated a post office Monday for an Army Ranger killed in Afghanistan.
U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider dedicated a post office Monday for an Army Ranger killed in Afghanistan.
Grayslake Post Office renamed for fallen Army Ranger from Wildwood
U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider dedicated a post office Monday for an Army Ranger killed in Afghanistan.
U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider dedicated a post office Monday for an Army Ranger killed in Afghanistan.
Tempel farms preparing to honor veterans
Tempel farms prepares a special performance using horses to honor their veterans.
Tempel farms prepares a special performance using horses to honor their veterans.
Video shows Russian fighter jets harassing American drones over Syria
Russian fighter jets flew dangerously close to several U.S. drone aircraft over Syria on Wednesday, setting off flares and forcing the MQ-9 Reapers to take evasive maneuvers, the Air Force said.
Russian fighter jets flew dangerously close to several U.S. drone aircraft over Syria on Wednesday, setting off flares and forcing the MQ-9 Reapers to take evasive maneuvers, the Air Force said.
Orland Hills bar hosts party for local vets
A star-spangled tradition continues at a local watering hole in Orland Hills.
A star-spangled tradition continues at a local watering hole in Orland Hills.
Orland Hills bar hosts party for local vets
A star-spangled tradition continues at a local watering hole in Orland Hills.?
A star-spangled tradition continues at a local watering hole in Orland Hills.?
Actor Gary Sinise surprises veterans at Chicago area VA hospital with Fourth of July feast
Some Chicago area veterans got a big surprise this Fourth of July. Actor Gary Sinise stopped by Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital to show some gratitude for their service.
Some Chicago area veterans got a big surprise this Fourth of July. Actor Gary Sinise stopped by Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital to show some gratitude for their service.
Actor Gary Sinise surprises veterans at Chicago area VA hospital with Fourth of July feast
Some Chicago area veterans got a big surprise this Fourth of July. Actor Gary Sinise stopped by Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital to show some gratitude for their service.
Some Chicago area veterans got a big surprise this Fourth of July. Actor Gary Sinise stopped by Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital to show some gratitude for their service.
First-ever Vets and Pets event Saturday offers free vaccines, microchips
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Animal and Rabies Control have partnered with Chicago Animal Care and Control to launch Vets and Pets. the first-ever free rabies vaccine and microchip clinic for pets of local veterans and service members.
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Animal and Rabies Control have partnered with Chicago Animal Care and Control to launch Vets and Pets. the first-ever free rabies vaccine and microchip clinic for pets of local veterans and service members.
Budweiser Clydesdales symbolically deliver beer to celebrate 'Folds of Honor'
Legendary Chicago Cubs broadcaster Harry Caray would approve of this.
Legendary Chicago Cubs broadcaster Harry Caray would approve of this.
Traveling Korean War Memorial comes to Des Plaines this weekend
The Korean War Memorial, a traveling tribute, will make its way to Des Plaines this weekend, offering a poignant experience for visitors.
The Korean War Memorial, a traveling tribute, will make its way to Des Plaines this weekend, offering a poignant experience for visitors.
Traveling Korean War Memorial comes to Des Plaines this weekend
The Korean War Memorial, a traveling tribute, will make its way to Des Plaines this weekend, offering a poignant experience for visitors.
The Korean War Memorial, a traveling tribute, will make its way to Des Plaines this weekend, offering a poignant experience for visitors.
Brookfield Zoo hosts 45 injured veterans for this year's Soldier Ride
The Chicago Zoological Society welcomed the Wounded Warrior Project to Brookfield Zoo Wednesday.
The Chicago Zoological Society welcomed the Wounded Warrior Project to Brookfield Zoo Wednesday.
Operation Help a Hero returns to support veterans and family members this June
Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th) and veteran Mathius Carter from the Road Home Program talk about the return of Operation Help a Hero and what they're doing to make the lives of veterans better.
Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th) and veteran Mathius Carter from the Road Home Program talk about the return of Operation Help a Hero and what they're doing to make the lives of veterans better.



















