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White House officials to attend funeral of Afghan vet turned advocate

After Army Sgt. Michael Verardo was injured in Afghanistan in 2010, his family spent years pushing for better care for veterans and caregivers.

By Leo Shane III

2 weeks ago

Trump claims big jump in VA trust scores, but data shows modest gains

Patient satisfaction rates have improved steadily at VA in recent years, but Trump insists his changes have reformed the entire department.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Honolulu water agency sues US Navy over Red Hill fuel spill damage

The suit estimates it is costing $1.2 billion for the Board of Water Supply to clean up and protect Oʻahu’s drinking water wells.

By Marcel Honoré, Honolulu Civil Beat

3 months ago

Man arrested in cargo ship crash with tanker carrying US military fuel

U.K. police have opened a criminal investigation into a collision between two ships in the North Sea and have arrested a man on suspicion of manslaughter.

6 months ago

Cargo ship hits tanker carrying jet fuel for the US military

The collision set both vessels ablaze and sent fuel pouring into the North Sea.

6 months ago

Stopgap budget bill includes extra funds for military, VA programs

The six-month budget bill must be approved by lawmakers before Friday night to avoid a partial government shutdown.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago