November is Military Family Appreciation Month
Throughout the month, military families are honored and recognized for their commitment and contributions in support of our military and nation.
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Military Headlines
Number of Troops at Border Has 'Peaked,' Defense Official Says
The number of troops currently at the border to support the DHS is likely the highest it will get.
SEAL Allegedly Texted Photo Cradling ISIS Fighter's Head
Navy SEAL Chief Edward "Eddie" Gallagher allegedly texted a photo of himself cradling a dead ISIS fighter's head.
Veteran Leaders Call for Probe of Abuse Allegations at VA Nursing Homes
Recent reports allege nurses sleeping on the job and instances of abuse.
Couple, Homeless Marine Vet Charged in Charitable Scam
A tale of a homeless man using his last $20 to help a stranded woman buy gas was a complete lie, a prosecutor said.
Trump Visits Marines, Talks at Veterans' Event
The president and first lady Melania Trump spent about 40 minutes at the Washington, D.C. Marine Barracks compound.
Want Nuke Reduction? Change Adversary's Behavior, STRATCOM Chief Says
There is a way to keep savings and cut costs when it comes to modernizing the U.S. nuclear arsenal.
Air Force Identifies Pilots Killed, Injured in Latest T-38 Trainer Crash
The crash was the 5th in 12 months involving a T-38.
Remains of Mayor Killed in Afghanistan Returned to Utah
A couple hundred motorcycle riders carrying American flags waited in salute outside the gates of the National Guard base.
Report: US Military at Risk of Losing War to Russia, China
The U.S. is at risk of losing a war to either country, states a report released Wednesday by a bipartisan commission.
National Guard Troops Search for More Wildfire Victims
National Guard troops searched Wednesday through charred debris for more victims of California's deadliest wildfire.
Husband of Slain 101st Soldier Charged with Premeditated Murder
A grand jury has indicted Victor Silvers on seven criminal counts relating to the alleged "premeditated murder" of his wife.
Malmstrom Squadron Commander Fired Over Unhealthy Command Climate
A security forces commander at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, has been relieved from his post.
First Woman Passes Army Special Forces Selection Process
A female soldier has made it through the selection process required for the U.S. Army Special Forces Qualification Course.
SIG AIR Unveils Replica Air Pistol of Army's Modular Handgun System
The new M17 Advanced Sport Pellet, or ASP, pistol is powered by a carbon dioxide cartridge.
Millions in Cost Overruns Hit Effort to Merge VA, Military Health Records
A project to provide common electronic health records for the VA and the DoD has been hit with a $350 million cost overrun.
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Military Life
9 Great Freebies for Military and Their Families
Some military discounts include products or services you can get for free. Here are 10 examples of those freebies.
Navy Vet Jesse Ventura Visits Next Minnesota Governor, and Talks Pot
Gov.-elect Tim Walz expressed support in the past for legalization of marijuana for recreational use.
Joe Walsh's VetsAid Raised $1.2 Million at Tacoma Dome Concert
VetsAid will distribute the money to veterans organizations around the country.
