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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Next Big Opportunity for Transitioning Vets May Be in the Construction Industry
Helmets to Hardhats introduces transitioning service members to promising career providers and vice versa.
Military Families Need More Than Our Thanks to Flourish
"National Veterans and Military Families Month is the time we owe our military an honest look at their challenges and needs."
How to Create a VA That Works for Veterans
The veteran population is changing, and rapidly.
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Budget News
Pentagon No. 3 Gibson, Tasked with Finding DoD Cost Savings, Resigns
The Pentagon's first-ever chief management officer resigned Monday from the Defense Department's No. 3 position.
Space Force in Jeopardy After Democrats Gain Control of House
The Democrats' takeover of the House poses major challenges to current Pentagon and VA plans and budgets.
Air Force Ends Purchase of Pricey Coffee Cups After Senator Complains
Officials said that leaders have instructed units they've entered a "do not order until further notice" on hot cups.
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The Fight Against ISIS
Australian Police Say Stabbing Attack Linked to Terrorism
Police said the attacker got out of a pickup truck, which then caught fire, and attacked three bystanders with a knife.
Syria Says Military Freed 19 Hostages Held by ISIS since July
Syrian troops have liberated 19 women and children hostages held by the Islamic State group since July.
Turkey: Joint US-Kurdish Patrols in Syria Are 'Unacceptable'
The Turkish President said that joint patrols by U.S. forces and a Kurdish-led militia in northern Syria are "unacceptable."
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Maintenance Errors Preceded Horrific WC-130 Crash That Killed 9
Engine and maintenance issues documented in the aging aircraft raise more questions about the cause of the May 2 mishap.
Army's Greens Uniform Won't Be Available Until End of 2020, Company Says
Beyond stating that soldiers would not have to buy the Army Greens until 2028, the announcement provided little information.
Man Accused of Killing Wife after Marine Corps Ball
A U.S. Marine is accused of killing his wife, also a Marine, following a military ball in Virginia.
Navy's Only Drone Submarine Hunter Arrives at Pearl Harbor
The Office of Naval Research plans to continue developing Sea Hunter into what could become an entirely new class of vessel.
Army Releases Deploy-or-Out Rules for Administratively Sidelined Troops
The U.S. Army publicly released its new policy for dealing with soldiers who are non-deployable for administrative reasons.
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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.
Guardsman at Texas Border Accused of Sexual Assault
A Texas National Guard member serving at the U.S.-Mexico border is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a motel.
Defense Secretary Mattis Visits Military Troops Deployed to Border
Mattis called the deployment legal and justified, and said it was necessary to make sure the U border was properly secure.
Navy News
Navy's Economic Impact on Hampton Roads Continues to Grow, According to Report
The latest report shows the direct impact for fiscal 2017 was $13.4 billion.
SEAL Allegedly Shot Non-Combatants, Held Reenlistment Ceremony with Corpse
A Navy SEAL who allegedly stabbed a wounded ISIS fighter to death last year is also accused of shooting two noncombatants.
Navy Proposes Tripling Amount of SEAL Training in Hawaiian Islands
Naval Special Warfare plans to triple the amount of small-unit intermediate and advanced training in Hawaii.
Air Force News
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.
Malmstrom Squadron Commander Fired Over Unhealthy Command Climate
A security forces commander at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, has been relieved from his post.
Marine Corps News
Prosecutor to Discuss Pair Who Raised Cash for Homeless Marine Vet
A New Jersey prosecutor will announce developments in an investigation of a couple that raised $400K for a homeless man.
Camp Lejeune High School Recovering After Nov. 1 Fire
Camp Lejeune High School sustained significant damage during the blaze.
Man Accused of Killing Wife after Marine Corps Ball
A U.S. Marine is accused of killing his wife, also a Marine, following a military ball in Virginia.
Coast Guard News
Senate OKs Coast Guard Bill with Ballast Water Compromise
The plan, part of a $10.6 billion Coast Guard budget authorization bill, includes provisions sought by environmentalists.
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.
Coast Guard Academy Honors Pilot for Heroism in 1986 Rescue
Mark Feldman piloted a helicopter that pulled the two victims from Lake St. Clair in Ontario after their plane crashed.