5/16/2012
Army continues to review recruiting, training of soldiers
The Army is looking for ways to reduce costs and create a more streamlined force over the next several years, and a new initiative puts the focus squarely on recruiting, training and developing individual soldiers. read more »
5/15/2012
National Park Service offers servicemembers free annual passes
Saturday is Armed Forces Day, and in honor of the sacrifices they make, servicemembers and their families will have the opportunity to enter every national park in the country for free. read more »
5/15/2012
Medical center for 9/11 first responders opens in Brooklyn
When the Zadroga Act was signed into law in January 2011, it provided hope to the thousands of first responders who became ill after spending time in the rubble of the World Trade Center after 9/11. read more »
5/14/2012
Air Force husband first man to earn Military Spouse of the Year
Since Military Spouse magazine first started honoring the families of servicemembers with the Military Spouse of the Year award in 2008, every winner has been a woman - until now. read more »
5/14/2012
Latest prosthetic technology aids wounded soldiers' recovery
The number of amputations among soldiers in Afghanistan rose sharply in 2010 and 2011, but despite the seemingly grim statistics, prosthetic technology has advanced so that many servicemembers return to the activities they enjoyed before their injury. read more »
5/14/2012
North Carolina senator proposes changes to VA healthcare system
In an effort to streamline the Veterans Affairs (VA) Department's healthcare system, a North Carolina senator recently introduced legislation aimed at consolidating the vital service. read more »
5/11/2012
Michelle Obama welcomes military moms, children to White House
In an event that blended Military Appreciation Month and Mother's Day, Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden welcomed military mothers and wives to the White House on Thursday. read more »
5/11/2012
Economic issues top concerns among military families
Whether it be the struggle of raising a family alone or the stress of worrying about a loved one serving overseas, military families face a number of challenges. read more »
5/11/2012
Committee votes against new rounds of base closures
In 2005, there was an extensive base realignment and closure (BRAC) that helped consolidate many of the military's installations across the country, but it looks like there won't be another round any time soon. read more »
5/10/2012
Olympian leaves bobsled track for special operations
For years, John Napier has made bobsledding a huge part of his life. The 25-year-old competed in the 2010 Winter Olympics, where he was the number two driver for the U.S. team. read more »
5/10/2012
Mobile app, Facebook initiative hope to ease servicemember transition
Many soldiers struggle to adjust to civilian life after returning from combat, but help may be closer than they thought. read more »
5/9/2012
Massachusetts passes landmark veterans bill
Last week, the Massachusetts Senate passed groundbreaking legislation aimed at providing greater benefits to veterans, active duty soldiers and military families. read more »
5/9/2012
Republican plan saves Pentagon budget, cuts social programs
Facing drastic budget cuts to the Pentagon, Republicans in the House of Representatives voted on Monday to make significant cuts to social programs in order to prevent the Defense Department from slashing costs. read more »
5/8/2012
9/11 first responders allowed to view masterminds' arraignment
Five men believed to be planners of the September 11 attacks were arraigned on Saturday, and thanks to a recent announcement from the Department of Defense (DoD), first responders were able to watch the proceedings. read more »
5/8/2012
Military officials head to Ivy League classrooms to teach
Some students in diplomacy or military affairs classes are getting instruction from the people who know it best. read more »
5/7/2012
Scammers target military families, veterans around Memorial Day
For most Americans, Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifice of the country's brave servicemen and women, but for some unscrupulous people, it's an opportunity to take advantage of veterans and their families. read more »
5/7/2012
Unemployment drops among Iraq and Afghanistan vets
The various initiatives aimed at helping veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan appear to be paying dividends. read more »
5/4/2012
Conventional, Special Operations forces to be more closely aligned under new training
With troops slated to leave Afghanistan by the end of 2014 and the Army shrinking by 80,000 over the next five years, military officials say they plan on reshaping training going forward. read more »
5/3/2012
Elite New Jersey first responder team undergoes important training
New Jersey's Metro Strike Team is one of the most well-trained groups of first responders in the country, and last week it embarked on one of the more comprehensive training drills it has. read more »
5/2/2012
Obama speaks during surprise visit to Afghanistan
During a surprise visit to Afghanistan Tuesday night, President Barack Obama spoke to the American people and reaffirmed his commitment to finishing the job while staying on pace for a 2014 withdrawal. read more »
5/2/2012
Army to begin assessment of new roles for female soldiers
As part of its growing effort to open up more jobs to women, the Army will begin an assessment this month of certain exceptions to the Direct Ground Combat Assignment Rule for female soldiers. read more »
5/1/2012
Proposed bill aims to increase assistance to severely wounded troops
A bill introduced by California congressman Rep. Joe Baca hopes to lift a cap that he says limits the amount of care severely wounded soldiers receive. read more »
4/30/2012
World War II vet still an active volunteer at 102
Bea Abrams Cohen may have left military service decades ago, but the 102-year-old World War II veteran has not stopped supporting her fellow servicemembers. read more »
4/30/2012
Warrior Games kick off in Colorado
The United States Olympic team will not be heading to London for a few more months, but in Colorado Springs, Colorado, there will soon be plenty of international competition. read more »
4/27/2012
Executive order aimed at helping veteran students
The Post-9/11 GI Bill provided some of the best education benefits for returning soldiers, but it also attracted the attention of unscrupulous colleges looking to take advantage of veterans. read more »