Lawmakers revive push for veterans disability reform billThe measure would allow medically retired military personnel to receive both their full retirement pay and VA disability compensation.By Patricia Kime10 days ago
OpinionVeterans aren’t campaign props — Congress must start acting like it"We hear endless speeches praising our service. But respect without action is meaningless," argues DAV National Adjutant and CEO Barry Jesinoski.By Barry Jesinoski3 weeks ago
Coast Guard rescues cruise ship stuck in Antarctic ice The Polar Star marked its 50th anniversary by freeing an Australian-owned cruise ship trapped in ice.By Riley Ceder6 weeks ago
More shutdown assistance offered through military storesExtended period of interest-free commissary purchases and reduced-price meals for DOD school students affected by the government shutdown are available.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
Troops, families use credit card relief at commissaries amid shutdownIn the days since a 90-day, interest-free offer for Military Star card holders at commissaries was announced, use of the cards jumped about 14%.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
Trump meets with candidates for 4-star general in break with traditionThe meetings are a departure from past practice and knowledge of them has raised concerns about politicization of the military’s top ranks.8 months ago