Iowa National Guard IDs soldiers killed in ambush in SyriaBoth soldiers were deployed with the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, which is currently conducting ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the region.By J.D. Simkins27 hours ago
Lawmakers move to block effort to privatize military commissariesLawmakers have moved to prevent the Defense Department from privatizing military commissaries as part of Congress’ proposed compromise defense policy bill.By Karen Jowers8 days ago
Troops to get 3.8% pay raise under proposed defense billThe proposed NDAA also includes a boost in family separation allowance, among other policy alterations designed to improve troops’ quality of life.By Patricia Kime8 days ago
Man charged in National Guard shooting pleads not guilty to murderA man accused of shooting two National Guard troops near the White House has pleaded not guilty to murder and assault charges.By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press2 weeks ago
National Guard shooting suspect’s ‘dark isolation’ concerned communityEmails reveal mounting warnings about the asylum-seeker whose erratic conduct raised alarms long before the attack that jolted the nation’s capital.2 weeks ago
Communities honor West Virginia National Guard members shot in DCU.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom, 20, died, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains hospitalized after Wednesday afternoon’s shooting.2 weeks ago