VA hospitals across the country earn high ratings for providing quality care to veterans - See which ones

When it comes to caring for veterans, 87 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the country have received high ratings in the latest Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital rankings report.

Veteran sentenced to 3 years in prison for defrauding Navy out of more than $9 million

A former Navy veteran has been sentenced to three years in federal prison after a yearslong scheme to rig contracts and defraud the Navy of more than $9 million.

For veterans, these are the top schools according to US News & World Report

The Windy City is once again home to the highest-ranked university in the latest U.S. News & World Report list of “Best Colleges for Veterans," while the school that made the biggest leap into the top five is right along the I-55 corridor as well. 

DOJ: Man serving life sentence for murder of his wife pleads guilty to stealing over $350K in VA benefits

The Department of Justice (DOJ) says a man who was sentenced to life in prison in 2024 for murdering his wife, has pleaded guilty to stealing $354,813.98 in benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) over an eight-year period.  

Air Force veteran battles kidney failure
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A weekend trip to Costa Rica turned into a nightmare for 42-year-old Glendale combat veteran Christopher Ayers, who is now dealing with kidney failure.

Costa Rica beach getaway turns tragic for Glendale veteran

A Glendale Air Force veteran survived being swept away by a tide in Costa Rica, but now faces kidney failure and canceled VA appointments.

DOJ: US Army veteran defrauded the VA of over $170,000

A U.S. Army veteran has been found guilty of defrauding the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) of over $170,000 in caregiver benefit payments that he was not entitled to receive. 

DOJ: DHS employee charged after falsely claiming VA disability and obtaining a $478,000 VA-backed mortgage

The Department of Justice (DOJ) says a military veteran who works for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been arrested and charged for claiming a 100% disability rating to obtain a VA-backed mortgage, but he had no VA disability rating at the time of his application.

VA launches trial of GLP-1 drugs to treat alcohol use disorder in veterans

The VA is launching a new clinical trial to test whether blockbuster GLP-1 drugs used for weight loss and type 2 diabetes can treat alcohol use disorder in veterans.

USDA launches military hiring program for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced an initiative designed to recruit veterans, transitional service members, and military spouses into roles to help protect America’s food supply, agriculture security and rural communities. 

VA launches new program to help veterans struggling with home loans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) officially launched a new program designed to help prevent veterans from losing their homes.

Soldier's Best Friend marks 500th graduation
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Soldier's Best Friend hit a milestone by graduating 500 veteran teams. The unique Arizona program transforms shelter dogs into specialized service animals for local heroes. FOX 10's Annalisa Pardo reports.

Arizona nonprofit pairs 500 veterans with lifesaving service dogs

A program in Arizona is helping military veterans overcome PTSD and anxiety by pairing them with rescue dogs. Soldier's Best Friend celebrated its 500th graduation milestone.

Arizona veteran surprised with free A/C unit
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An Arizona veteran and his family received a free air conditioning unit ahead of the summer season. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has the details.

Best and worst states for military retirees, data suggests

WalletHub compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia across 28 key indicators to determine the best states for military retirees.

DOJ and VA to work together to protect vulnerable veterans

Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).

VA using virtual reality headsets to treat Veterans with chronic pain

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is using virtual reality (VR) headsets to treat Veterans dealing with chronic pain that lasts more than three months.