Marine training shifts may add tech, change officer assignmentsThe Corps is evaluating the "quality spread" policy for new officer job field assignments.By Todd South3 days ago
One of 1st Black Marines to serve in combat honored for 100th birthdayFormer Cpl. Lawrence “Larry” Diggs, a Montford Point Marine and World War II vet, received early 100th birthday wishes from top military officials.By Irene Loewenson4 weeks ago
DOD watchdog report warns of issues across military health care systemA lack of timely access to military health care plagues each of the services, according to a new Pentagon inspector general report.By Geoff Ziezulewicz6 months ago
Here are some badass stories to help ring in the Marine Corps’ birthdayCelebrate the Corps’ 248th birthday with a roundup of some of the great things Marines have done since turning 247.By Irene Loewenson7 months ago
Marines embrace young honorary Marine with cancer ‘as one of our own’Although Jack Lowe was in pain, he remained standing during the ceremony, even raising his right hand from his walker to recite his oath.By Irene Loewenson7 months ago
How Marines became known as ‘Jarheads’Being a Jarhead is a source of pride for Marines.By Sarah Sicard7 months ago
Video for Marine Corps’ 248th birthday emphasizes combat readiness “We’re Marines till we die,” a Silver Star recipient says in the video. “And we require a two-week notice for that.”By Irene Loewenson7 months ago
San Diego Marine base ‘not suitable’ for homeless camp, colonel saysWorld War II-era live-fire ranges contain unexploded ordnance, and current live-fire training nearby would pose its own risks, the base commander said.By Irene Loewenson8 months ago
Marine vet marking Beirut attack anniversary with another 273-mile walkOct. 23 will mark the milestone 40th anniversary of the suicide bombing that killed 241 U.S. service members stationed in the Lebanese capital.By Irene Loewenson9 months ago
This Marine is taking challenge coins to new heights, crayons includedIt’s both a challenge coin and a fun way to crack open a cold one.By Sarah Sicard9 months ago
There is now no Marine uniform that requires women to wear skirtsFemale officers and staff noncommissioned officers can now wear slacks instead of skirts with their evening dress uniform.By Irene Loewenson9 months ago
Pentagon orders new interviews on deadly 2021 Afghan airport attackThe interviews are meant to see if service members who were not included in the original investigation, have new or different information.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press9 months ago