More American soldiers are dying by suicide than combat
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.
US military: Is there a draft in 2024?
While there isn't currently a draft in place, Congress and the president can reinstate the draft and force male citizens to serve in the military under certain circumstances.
Military veteran comes out as gay in viral obituary: 'I was afraid'
“I'm sorry for not having the courage to come out as Gay," Edward Thomas Ryan wrote.
70+ Michigan veterans embarking on all-women honor flight
More than 70 women veterans from Michigan are headed to Washington D.C. later this month as part of the state's first ever all-women honor flight.
Remembering D-Day 80 years later: Biden, world leaders pay respects
June 6, 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of one of the largest air, land and sea invasions in military history.
D-Day veterans return to Normandy for 80th anniversary, share memories and messages for future generations
World War II veterans from across the United States as well as Britain and Canada are in Normandy this week to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings that helped lead to Hitler’s defeat.
Vietnam vets meet 54 years after one rescues the other
With the help of a fellow veteran, a pilot met the man he rescued 54 years after it happened.
Military aircraft crashes near Albuquerque airport, injured pilot escapes before impact
The pilot, the sole occupant of the aircraft, was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, as reported by Albuquerque's fire department.
Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: What we celebrate in May
The two holidays are crucial for honoring U.S. military personnel but serve distinct purposes.
2024 Memorial Day parades in Metro Detroit
Pay your respects to fallen military members at one of the many Metro Detroit Memorial Day parades being held this weekend:
WWII vet celebrates 105th birthday in Bloomfield Hills
Walker Oglesby celebrated his 105th birthday on Friday. More than a few showed up for the party.
Army presents Purple Heart to Minnesota veteran 73 years after he was wounded in Korean War
After 73 years and a long fight with the U.S. Army, a Korean War veteran from Minnesota who was wounded in combat finally got his Purple Heart medal on Friday.
Volunteers of America Michigan repurposing old school into affordable housing for homeless
Volunteers of America Michigan's work to help those in need is expanding as the organization begins renovating an old school in Detroit.
US Marine dies in training accident in North Carolina
A U.S. Marine, Sgt. Colin Arslanbas, tragically lost his life in a training accident on April 18, as confirmed by military officials.
US military draft: What you need to know
While there isn't currently a draft in place, Congress and the president can reinstate the draft in the event of a national emergency or war that all-volunteer military can't adequately support.
Air Force secretary to fly aboard AI-operated fighter jet in test of future drone warfare
An F-16 has been converted by the service for drone flight, operating under artificial intelligence.
Pearl Harbor survivor Richard Higgins, one of few remaining, dies at 102
Higgins was a radioman assigned to a patrol squadron of seaplanes based at the Hawaii naval base when Japanese planes began dropping bombs on the morning of Dec. 7, 1941.
Flying Tiger Line Flight 739: The 62-year-old aviation mystery many have never heard of
Flying Tiger Line Flight 739 disappeared 62 years ago, resulting in the loss of nearly 100 U.S. Army soldiers.
How the military’s new X-65 plane might revolutionize aircraft design
The experimental new X-plane is designed to not have any external parts to improve weight issues and make it more aerodynamic.
Army employee Janet Mello pleads guilty to stealing more than $100M from Army to purchase luxury items
Janet Yamanaka Mello, 57, pleaded guilty to five counts of mail fraud and five counts of filing a false tax return.