AAFES boss leaves legacy of benefits for more veterans and stronger perks for all Tom Shull, who retired earlier this summer, was the longest-serving director in the military exchange service's 131-year history.By Karen Jowers6 weeks ago
Trump promised redemption for troops who refused COVID shots. A year later, many are still waiting. They were kicked out of the military for refusing to get the COVID vaccine. Now reinstatement is taking longer than they ever expected. By Leah Rosenbaum, The War Horse2 months ago
Army to create new armor-aligned Bradley crew member job fieldThe new 19C field will be part of the armor job family.By Davis Winkie3 years ago
$50M+ improperly spent on DOD credit cards during COVID pandemicIn one instance, funds were spent to investigate a sinkhole, according to a recent Defense Department Inspector General report.By Meghann Myers3 years ago
Amid COVID surge, VA hospitals not requiring masks for all patientsIndividual hospitals may consider mask mandates if they see a surge in COVID-19 cases locally.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
DOD to study whether COVID-19 vaccine helped or hurt troopsA provision in the annual defense bill continues the controversy surrounding the vaccine.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
VA pauses foreclosures on home loans amid concerns of financial strainThe department is also extending financial help programs to give more support to veterans having trouble making loan payments.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
Veteran suicides rose in 2021 despite increased prevention effortsMore than 70,000 veterans died by suicide from 2011 to 2001.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
DoD settles COVID vaccine mandate lawsuits for $1.8 millionThe Defense Department will pay plaintiffs' legal fees for two lawsuits.By Meghann Myers3 years ago
VA urging veterans, staff to get latest COVID-19 vaccine booster Virus infection cases within the VA health care system are up more than 200% in the last two months.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
New Jersey failed vets in state-run homes hit by COVID-19, report saysA scathing federal report has found New Jersey's two state-run veterans homes were unprepared to keep residents safe during the COVID-19 outbreak.3 years ago
Surge in COVID cases sparks worries among VA leadersActive cases among VA patients have nearly tripled in the last month.By Leo Shane III3 years ago