Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin resumes duty after undergoing procedureAustin is continuing to deal with bladder issues that arose in December following his treatment for prostate cancer, U.S. officials said.By Tara Copp, AP6 days ago
Bill would allow retroactive Purple Heart vets to transfer GI benefitsLawmakers want to close a loophole preventing post-9/11 retroactive Purple Heart recipients from transferring education benefits to dependents.By Ashley Murray, Washington State Standard9 days ago
Navy nurse aids man having medical emergency on Washington ferryA Navy nurse took the lead stabilizing a fellow passenger experiencing an epileptic seizure on a Washington state ferry.By Jonathan Lehrfeld14 months ago
Navy reveals five design options for new national museumAll five design ideas include a ceremonial courtyard, and plans to accommodate Navy artifacts including a Corsair aircraft.By Diana Stancy14 months ago
Navy search and rescue team saves snowmobiler in WashingtonThe search and rescue ground crew found the snowmobiler was unconscious and had a restricted airway.By Diana Stancy14 months ago
Navy salvages security patrol boat that sank in WashingtonThe ship was raised from roughly 160 feet underwater at Hood Canal.By Diana Stancy16 months ago
Harbor security boat strikes barrier and sinks, injuring three sailorsThe mishap happened near Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Washington, Thursday evening. The Navy announced the incident late Friday afternoon.By Geoff Ziezulewicz17 months ago
Navy veteran scores dream job in outreach role with CommandersNavy veteran Chris Bailey has found a new career with the Washington Commanders, serving as a liaison between the team and the military community.By Dave Lubach17 months ago
Would new Washington Commanders mascot ‘Major Tuddy’ pass a tape test?'Major Tuddy' is an ill-fitting mascot name for a team that struggles to get major touchdowns.By Sarah Sicard17 months ago
USS George Washington suicides investigation reveals systemic issuesThe suicides of three junior GW sailors in April were not found to be connected, but an investigation released this week raises troubling questions.By Geoff Ziezulewicz18 months ago
This officer is the first woman to serve as XO of a submarineLt. Cmdr. Amber Cowan joined the Navy in 2010. A year later the submarine force was opened to female officers.By Diana Stancy18 months ago
The wild story that led to a petty officer’s Navy Marine Corps MedalHospital Corpsman 2nd Class Anthony Anglikowski saved a hiker's life in a treacherous mountain rescue last year.By Geoff Ziezulewicz18 months ago