Latest "florida" stories

Middle East-focused Marine command cancels birthday ball

A spokesman attributed the “tough decision” to cancel the Tampa ball to “the dynamic and uncertain security environment" in the Middle East.

By Irene Loewenson

4 weeks ago

Vet who lied about paralysis pleads guilty to nearly $700K in fraud

A former soldier who pleaded guilty to theft of government money and providing false statements faces prison for his actions.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

4 weeks ago

Watch: Marine Corps flies its Valkyrie robotic aircraft for the 1st time

The test flight is an early step toward getting the robot aircraft ready to fly in support of Marine Corps missions.

By Irene Loewenson

8 weeks ago

3 trailblazing Montford Point Marines die in span of month

The three veterans were among the first Black men to serve in the Marine Corps.

By Irene Loewenson

3 months ago

Transgender troops warned to avoid Florida over discriminatory laws

One in five transgender people will choose to serve in the military, with nearly 15,000 active and reserve troops already serving according to one study.

By Eden Stratton, The War Horse

4 months ago

Coast Guard cutter commander lauded for mentorship, team building

Lt. Chelsea Sheehy, Military Times' 2023 Coast Guardsman of the Year, ensures her crew has the training and resources they need to achieve their goals.

By Diana Stancy Correll

5 months ago