Special Forces soldiers in NW Florida still awaiting child care centerA decision on whether Special Forces families will get a child development center at Camp "Bull" Simons, Florida, may arrive in the coming weeks.By Karen Jowers10 days ago
Civilian criminal charges dismissed against Navy captainCriminal charges against Capt. Dennis Turner were dismissed in July 2023, and a Virginia circuit court allowed expungement of the charges in December 2023.By Geoff Ziezulewicz2 weeks ago
World War I exhibit explores war’s impact on childrenThe World War I Museum’s exhibit explores childhood experiences between 1914 and 1918.By Sarah Sicard3 months ago
Vet who killed Iraqi civilian ordered to jail on Capitol riot chargesRichmond was convicted of manslaughter in 2004 for fatally shooting an Iraqi cow herder in the head while serving in the U.S. Army.By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press3 months ago
Calling active duty spouses: Speak your mind in DOD’s new surveyWeigh in on child care, employment opportunities, the relocation experience and more.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
New military child care benefit to kick in starting January 1Open season is over, but many troops with a qualifying life event may still be able to sign up for the new benefit.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
Many military families to get a break on child care fees in 2024With restructuring and reductions in fees, some military families will see a cut of more than 40%.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
Navy officer jailed in Japan over deadly crash headed back to the USLt. Ridge Alkonis had been serving a three-year prison sentence in Japan after pleading guilty to the negligent driving deaths of two locals in 2021.5 months ago
Open season ending soon for Tricare, dental, new child care accountsTroops must enroll in the new dependent care flexible spending account program by Dec. 11.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
Inside the infamous porn obsession of Hitler’s Nazi protégéJulius Streicher was executed by hanging in October 1946.By Claire Barrett5 months ago
App for ‘subletting’ child care slots expands to all Air Force basesFamilies can save money by 'renting' their child care slot when they'll be away, and other families get needed short-term child care.By Karen Jowers6 months ago
Will DoD’s plan to improve quality of life be different this time?No more 'end-stating,' said the general in charge of quality-of-life programs in the Army.By Karen Jowers6 months ago