The future of VA home loans | Care Force
On the list of counties with the most veteran homebuyers, Maricopa County ranks second in the country. Last year, there were 10,000 VA home loan transactions in Arizona. With the recent National Association of Realtors settlement taking effect later this summer, some veterans are concerned they could be disadvantaged in the housing market. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this Care Force story.
On the list of counties with the most veteran homebuyers, Maricopa County ranks second in the country. Last year, there were 10,000 VA home loan transactions in Arizona. With the recent National Association of Realtors settlement taking effect later this summer, some veterans are concerned they could be disadvantaged in the housing market. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this Care Force story.
Meet Navy vet Ben Feldman | Care Force
The route to where Navy veteran and east Valley resident Ben Feldman is now wasn't easy. It's the story of many veterans. He says if it wasn't for the group, The Honor Foundation, he's not sure where he would have ended up. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this Care Force story.
The route to where Navy veteran and east Valley resident Ben Feldman is now wasn't easy. It's the story of many veterans. He says if it wasn't for the group, The Honor Foundation, he's not sure where he would have ended up. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this Care Force story.
Living kidney donation saves AZ veteran's life | Care Force
A living kidney donation. It's a selfless act some are choosing to do to save lives. A man from Chandler knows that firsthand. He dedicated his life to service in the military and when his life was threatened with kidney disease, a woman he had never met before stepped in with the help of a group called DOVE. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this story.
A living kidney donation. It's a selfless act some are choosing to do to save lives. A man from Chandler knows that firsthand. He dedicated his life to service in the military and when his life was threatened with kidney disease, a woman he had never met before stepped in with the help of a group called DOVE. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this story.
American Legion Post 138 set to move to Mesa
An American Legion Post in Tempe is about to move to a vacant building in Mesa with the promise to make a big difference for Valley veterans. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen explains.
An American Legion Post in Tempe is about to move to a vacant building in Mesa with the promise to make a big difference for Valley veterans. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen explains.
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'
Medical magic mushrooms: Vets join lawmakers in support of efforts to legalize it
SB1570 would allow the use of psychedelic mushrooms in treatments for certain mental health conditions in Arizona.
SB1570 would allow the use of psychedelic mushrooms in treatments for certain mental health conditions in Arizona.
Base jumpers in Phoenix raise awareness of military suicides
An Arizona group jumped off Camelback Mountain on Saturday. Not only for fun but for a good cause. These base jumpers have done this 22 times, calling attention to the number of service members and veterans who die by suicide each day. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
An Arizona group jumped off Camelback Mountain on Saturday. Not only for fun but for a good cause. These base jumpers have done this 22 times, calling attention to the number of service members and veterans who die by suicide each day. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
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.
Soldier's Best Friend | Care Force
Dogs are smart, and often don't get enough credit. They're quick to learn, are loyal, and make for great companions. Valley nonprofit Soldier's Best Friend proves that daily with their service dog program. They rescue shelter dogs across the state, they train them and match them with veterans. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has more.
Dogs are smart, and often don't get enough credit. They're quick to learn, are loyal, and make for great companions. Valley nonprofit Soldier's Best Friend proves that daily with their service dog program. They rescue shelter dogs across the state, they train them and match them with veterans. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has more.
Double-amputee Iraq war veteran receives custom-built home in Gilbert | Care Force
After Army Sgt. Brent Bretz lost his legs in Iraq, life became difficult. But his perseverance and work in the community has led him to a new home and a future he couldn't imagine. FOX 10's Christina Carilla reports.
After Army Sgt. Brent Bretz lost his legs in Iraq, life became difficult. But his perseverance and work in the community has led him to a new home and a future he couldn't imagine. FOX 10's Christina Carilla reports.
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.
Project DYNAMO: Veterans rescue over 6,000 Americans, pets from global danger zones
The veterans have successfully rescued over 6,000 Americans and numerous animals from places like Ukraine, Sudan, areas affected by Hurricane Ian, and the Maui fires. Currently, they are involved in the rescue mission amid the conflict in Israel and Gaza, having saved over 300 people from that region.
The veterans have successfully rescued over 6,000 Americans and numerous animals from places like Ukraine, Sudan, areas affected by Hurricane Ian, and the Maui fires. Currently, they are involved in the rescue mission amid the conflict in Israel and Gaza, having saved over 300 people from that region.
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%,.
Arizona billionaire's psychedelic PTSD treatment
Nov. 10 is the 248th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. It's a day that's special to a lot of Arizona veterans, including one of the most successful businessmen in the history of our state. Billionaire GoDaddy founder Bob Parsons says he owes everything to the Marines, but his service in Vietnam also left him with severe PTSD that he endured for decades -- that's until he underwent a radical and illegal treatment that he says saved him. FOX 10's Troy Hayden reports.
Nov. 10 is the 248th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. It's a day that's special to a lot of Arizona veterans, including one of the most successful businessmen in the history of our state. Billionaire GoDaddy founder Bob Parsons says he owes everything to the Marines, but his service in Vietnam also left him with severe PTSD that he endured for decades -- that's until he underwent a radical and illegal treatment that he says saved him. FOX 10's Troy Hayden reports.
Billionaire treats PTSD with illegal psychedelics
Billionaire Bob Parsons, who founded GoDaddy and PXG Golf used a controversial and illegal drug and counseling therapy to cure the PTSD he suffered with since the Vietnam War. Parsons thinks the therapy should be studied and used more widely. FOX 10's Troy Hayden sat down with Parsons to hear his story. This is an unedited portion of that interview.
Billionaire Bob Parsons, who founded GoDaddy and PXG Golf used a controversial and illegal drug and counseling therapy to cure the PTSD he suffered with since the Vietnam War. Parsons thinks the therapy should be studied and used more widely. FOX 10's Troy Hayden sat down with Parsons to hear his story. This is an unedited portion of that interview.
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.
Veterans Day free meals and deals being offered this year
This Veterans Day, dozens of restaurants across the country are offering free meals and discounts to say a special thank you to those who have served our country.
This Veterans Day, dozens of restaurants across the country are offering free meals and discounts to say a special thank you to those who have served our country.
‘Make Camo Your Cause’: FOX Corp, U.S.VETS renew campaign dedicated to ending veteran homelessness
Launched in 1993, U.S.VETS is the largest nonprofit organization with boots on the ground to combat America’s veteran homeless crisis head-on.
Launched in 1993, U.S.VETS is the largest nonprofit organization with boots on the ground to combat America’s veteran homeless crisis head-on.
Care Force: Iraq veteran paired up with 'his help'
In the 2000s, Jay Cook was deployed to Iraq, and when he returned from overseas, things changed for the soldier, who was later diagnosed with PTSD and a traumatic brain injury. Thanks to a group called K9s for Warriors, Cook found a new best friend that he now calls 'his help.' FOX 10's Christina Carilla reports.
In the 2000s, Jay Cook was deployed to Iraq, and when he returned from overseas, things changed for the soldier, who was later diagnosed with PTSD and a traumatic brain injury. Thanks to a group called K9s for Warriors, Cook found a new best friend that he now calls 'his help.' FOX 10's Christina Carilla reports.
K9s for Warriors & a burn survivor's story | Newsmaker
In this week's Newsmaker Saturday, Christina Carilla fills in for John Hook and chats first with Maggie O'Haire, with K9s for Warriors and the impact our furry friends can have on our vets. We then talk with Jason Nelson who is a burn survivor and the challenges he's faced and overcome.
In this week's Newsmaker Saturday, Christina Carilla fills in for John Hook and chats first with Maggie O'Haire, with K9s for Warriors and the impact our furry friends can have on our vets. We then talk with Jason Nelson who is a burn survivor and the challenges he's faced and overcome.