Latest ""

He was bayoneted in Guam. Shot on Iwo. Now, at 100, he is a sergeant.

At just 16, Frank S. Wright lied about his age to join the Marine Corps and went on to see combat on Guadalcanal, New Georgia, Guam and Iwo Jima.

By Claire Barrett

13 days ago

Tricare to end coverage of weight-loss meds for some military retirees

Advocates are pushing back against Tricare's plan to end its coverage of weight-loss drugs for Tricare for Life beneficiaries by Aug. 31.

By Karen Jowers

3 weeks ago

USS Iwo Jima leaves Norfolk again after returning to avoid storm

The three amphibious ships, which the Navy says are carrying more than 4,500 sailors and Marines, could be seen leaving Norfolk on Sunday.

By Carla Babb

3 weeks ago

Lawmakers announce legislation to restore office for Afghan relocation

The Enduring Welcome Act would restore a government office — closed last month by the Trump administration — that led Afghan relocation efforts

By Riley Ceder

4 weeks ago

Advocates worry new White House order on homelessness could hurt vets

A White House plan would make it easier for local officials to force homeless veterans off the streets and into medical or criminal institutions.

By Leo Shane III

7 weeks ago

VA leaders push back deadline for caregiver program changes to 2028

Some families could have been disenrolled from the caregiver benefits program in late 2026, but will now get two more years of support.

By Leo Shane III

8 weeks ago

Load More