Latest "Richardson" stories

Here’s why the Union Jack is back

In a move that wasn't supposed to happen until the Global War on Terrorism ended, the U.S. Navy will return to flying the Union Jack.

By Mark D. Faram

4 years ago

A fighting Ford prepares to join the fleet

The Navy’s top officer says the troubles plaguing the Navy’s newest flattop have been solved and he expects that it soon will terrorize foes and fascinate friends.

By Mark D. Faram

4 years ago

The Navy’s acting top enlisted leader to chiefs: ‘Visibly lead’

The Navy's interim MCPON called on chief petty officers to lead and be visible to their sailors.

By Mark D. Faram

5 years ago

The Navy dropped a homicide charge against the former McCain CO and no one’s sure why

The Navy quietly ended its pursuit of a homicide charge against Cmdr. Alfredo Sanchez, who oversaw the warship John S. McCain when it collided with a tanker in August, killing 10 sailors.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

5 years ago

Fitzgerald CO’s attorneys torch Navy brass for handling of case

Attorneys for Cmdr. Bryce Benson said last week that public comments by Navy leadership have assigned guilt and cast "unwarranted aspersions" against the former skipper.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

5 years ago

‘Bad Santa’ case could have been handled better, Navy’s top officer says

The top Navy admiral told senators that an incident involving a former staffer accused of sexual misconduct could have been handled differently.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

5 years ago