Milwaukee World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20.
A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20.
American Legion Post 243 one of few dry posts bringing awareness to mental health
The FOX 35 Care Force Award was presented to the American Legion Post 243 for their work helping veterans and bringing awareness to mental health needs. Every Wednesday morning, these veterans meet at the post for coffee and a chat. But what really makes this post so unique is that it is a dry post – one of the very few throughout the state.
The FOX 35 Care Force Award was presented to the American Legion Post 243 for their work helping veterans and bringing awareness to mental health needs. Every Wednesday morning, these veterans meet at the post for coffee and a chat. But what really makes this post so unique is that it is a dry post – one of the very few throughout the state.
Army presents Purple Heart to Minnesota veteran 73 years after he was wounded in Korean War
After 73 years and a long fight with the U.S. Army, a Korean War veteran from Minnesota who was wounded in combat finally got his Purple Heart medal on Friday.
After 73 years and a long fight with the U.S. Army, a Korean War veteran from Minnesota who was wounded in combat finally got his Purple Heart medal on Friday.
Pearl Harbor’s last USS Arizona battleship survivor dies at 102
Lou Conter died in his California home on Monday from congestive heart failure, his daughter, Louann Daley, said.
Lou Conter died in his California home on Monday from congestive heart failure, his daughter, Louann Daley, said.
New VA rule could prevent veterans from being buried with spouses
Critics say rules present veterans with 'false choice'
Critics say rules present veterans with 'false choice'
Veteran admits to faking need for wheelchair to claim over $660K in benefits
A New Hampshire veteran admitted that he was faking his need for a wheelchair for two decades in order to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars in benefits.
A New Hampshire veteran admitted that he was faking his need for a wheelchair for two decades in order to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars in benefits.
Central Florida charity helps veterans with business ventures
One Central Florida charity helps veterans build their post-military careers by showing them through the process of starting their own businesses.
One Central Florida charity helps veterans build their post-military careers by showing them through the process of starting their own businesses.
Celebrating Veterans Day: How these organizations are helping empower our vets
This Veterans Day, LiveNow from FOX spoke with the people helping to empower veterans with resources they need to thrive. Here’s a look at what they do.
This Veterans Day, LiveNow from FOX spoke with the people helping to empower veterans with resources they need to thrive. Here’s a look at what they do.
Wounded veteran found inspiration in bobsledding after struggle with depression, PTSD
On April 27, 2007, United States Army veteran William Castillo’s life forever changed.
On April 27, 2007, United States Army veteran William Castillo’s life forever changed.
These states have the most veterans
Veterans account for over 6% of the population, but there are at least four states with a veteran population above 10%,.
Veterans account for over 6% of the population, but there are at least four states with a veteran population above 10%,.
PACT Act expands healthcare for veterans harmed by Agent Orange, burn pits
Bolton was exposed to Agent Orange for 12 months straight, as it was also sprayed near him. In 2010, he was diagnosed with bladder cancer. He has since battled it 13 times.
Bolton was exposed to Agent Orange for 12 months straight, as it was also sprayed near him. In 2010, he was diagnosed with bladder cancer. He has since battled it 13 times.
How a government shutdown will affect veterans
Veterans should prepare for some services to be cut until the shutdown ends.
Veterans should prepare for some services to be cut until the shutdown ends.
These are the most patriotic states in America - and Florida is the worst, study says
Which U.S. state do you think has the most love for America?
Which U.S. state do you think has the most love for America?
What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
Memorial Day and Veterans Day are two important holidays that honor those who have served in the United States military. However, there is a difference between the two holidays.
Memorial Day and Veterans Day are two important holidays that honor those who have served in the United States military. However, there is a difference between the two holidays.
How one Florida veteran coping with tinnitus is helping other veterans
Take a walk out to 73-year-old Sal Gentile’s backyard and you’ll hear the wind gently rustling. It’s music to his ears.
Take a walk out to 73-year-old Sal Gentile’s backyard and you’ll hear the wind gently rustling. It’s music to his ears.
Fox's NFL pregame will do Veterans Day show from Qatar
Fox's NFL pregame show is going international for the first time in 13 years for the annual Veterans Day show.
Fox's NFL pregame show is going international for the first time in 13 years for the annual Veterans Day show.
Colorado's oldest living veteran receives long-overdue Silver Star 8 decades late
Colorado's oldest reported living veteran finally received his long-overdue honor for his service in World War II after his records were lost in a tragic fire nearly 7 decades ago.
Colorado's oldest reported living veteran finally received his long-overdue honor for his service in World War II after his records were lost in a tragic fire nearly 7 decades ago.
Pentagon lays out new food, housing programs for troops
The Pentagon announced a number of new programs Thursday that are aimed at helping service members who are struggling with housing shortages and steep food and living expenses as they move from base to base.
The Pentagon announced a number of new programs Thursday that are aimed at helping service members who are struggling with housing shortages and steep food and living expenses as they move from base to base.
Last surviving member of WWII’s famed Easy Company dies at 97
Bradford Freeman was a member of Easy Company in World War II, which was made famous by the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers” released in 2001.
Bradford Freeman was a member of Easy Company in World War II, which was made famous by the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers” released in 2001.
Remembering D-Day: Joy, sadness intertwine at Normandy commemoration
Joy and sadness are pouring out of those on the beaches of Normandy for the 78th anniversary of D-Day.
Joy and sadness are pouring out of those on the beaches of Normandy for the 78th anniversary of D-Day.