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Korean War vet to get Medal of Honor for longest dogfight in US military history

At the age of 100, naval aviator Capt. Royce Williams is set to be awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Korean War.

By Claire Barrett

3 hours ago

First responders salute in a driving rain as a U.S. flag is unfurled at the Pentagon in Washington, Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, at sunrise on the morning of the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Bills seek to improve VA benefits for 9/11 survivors, other exposures

A House subcommittee on Tuesday discussed proposed legislation on illnesses linked to service-connected exposures.

By Patricia Kime

23 hours ago

Why every day can feel like ‘Groundhog Day’ in the military

For troops, "Groundhog Day" captures something they immediately recognize: days repeat, routines harden and progress feels frozen.

By Clay Beyersdorfer

3 days ago

Iraq veteran, long-time GOP appointee named VA chief of staff

Curt Cashour, the VA’s assistant secretary for public and intergovernmental affairs, will step into the top advisory role to VA Secretary Doug Collins.

By Patricia Kime

3 days ago

VA ends nearly all abortion procedures at medical centers

The Department of Veterans Affairs has returned to a pre-2022 policy that requires patients seeking the procedure to go outside the department for care.

By Patricia Kime

3 days ago

Veterans health shake-up, reforms to get underway in coming months

The reorganization of the VA health system should result in improvements to medical facilities, increased oversight and better access, officials said.

By Patricia Kime

6 days ago