Latest "Coast-guard" stories

A U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Sitka helicopter hovers over Sitka Sound during routine hoist training, Alaska, Apr. 25, 2023.

Coast Guard helicopter crashes on southeast Alaska island

A Coast Guard spokesperson says all four crew members were taken to Seattle for treatment following the crash.

2 weeks ago

Military court rules on when unit group chats could get you in trouble

The case involved inappropriate messages sent in a "chief's mess" group.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

5 weeks ago

Cover-up of Coast Guard sex abuse cases prompts Senate inquiry

More than 40 leaders may have escaped punishment for misconduct after senior officials ignored reports of problems.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

Coast Guard arrests Florida man running on seafaring hamster wheel

The Coast Guard rescued and then arrested Reza Ray Baluchi for this stunt, and now he is facing federal charges.

By Sarah Sicard

3 months ago

US given OK to enforce maritime law around Palau

The agreement gives Coast Guard ships authorization to unilaterally enforce maritime regulations in the Pacific island nation’s exclusive economic zone.

3 months ago

Coast Guard cutter commander lauded for mentorship, team building

Lt. Chelsea Sheehy, Military Times' 2023 Coast Guardsman of the Year, ensures her crew has the training and resources they need to achieve their goals.

By Diana Stancy Correll

5 months ago