Biden visits Fort Worth as he seeks more health care for veterans

President Joe Biden will travel to Fort Worth to talk with veterans and their caregivers and push for more help for members of the military who face health problems after exposure to burn pits.

House passes bill to boost benefits for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits

Veterans exposed to burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan would have a dramatic boost in health care services and disability benefits under the legislation.

Ghost Army: Secret WWII tactical unit to receive Congressional Gold Medal

The Ghost Army refers to two units that used inflatable equipment, sound effects, radio trickery, and other deceptions to draw enemy forces away from American units, saving an estimated 30,000 lives.

‘American Sniper’ Chris Kyle: Father, veteran, husband leaves lasting legacy

Feb. 2 is the ninth anniversary of the retired Navy SEAL’s death whose career was documented in the bestselling “American Sniper” autobiography and later blockbuster film.

Afghan man who once helped U.S. still trying to escape; his friends in Phoenix are trying to get him out

It has been months since the Taliban took over Afghanistan once again, and an Afghan man who once hglped the U.S. Military is still trying to get out of the country, while he tries to evade Taliban officials.

Pay special attention to veterans and their mental health during the holidays, doctor says

A U.S. veteran shared his struggle with mental health after losing both legs while serving in Afghanistan. His hope is that his story will help other veterans who might be struggling during the holidays.

Biden signs 4 bills aimed at supporting veterans and their families

President Joe Biden signed four bills into law that aim to assist U.S. veterans and their families, including additional funding and support for maternity care.

Thousands of military families struggle to put food on the table

As many as 160,000 active-duty military members are having trouble feeding their families, yet an obscure federal rule prevents thousands from receiving food stamps: "It's a shocking truth that's known to many food banks across the United States. This should be the cause of deep embarrassment."

101-year-old WWII veteran living in Tempe reflects on her time in the service

Retired Air Force Major Fannie Griffin McClendon who served in World War II, now living in Tempe, reflects on her 101 years of life and her historic service to our country on Veterans Day 2021.

Chandler reveals new Field of Honor memorial at Veterans Oasis Park after 8 years

The city of Chandler held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 11, showcasing its very latest tribute to our veterans, the new Field of Honor at the Veterans Oasis Park.

'We come every year': Phoenix holds 25th annual Veterans Day parade

The 25th Annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade marched through the streets of Central Phoenix on Nov. 11, honoring those who served our country.

Habitat for Humanity builds homes for female veterans on donated Phoenix property

Female veterans who are survivors of sexual trauma and in need of affordable housing are being helped in a big way as Habitat for Humanity is working to build two new homes specifically for these women in Phoenix.

Revived GI Bill aims to pay Black WWII veterans' families who were denied full benefits

In honor of Veterans Day, a group of Democratic lawmakers is reviving an effort to pay the families of Black veterans who fought on behalf of the nation during World War II for benefits they were denied or prevented from taking full advantage of when they returned home from war.

17 veterans, active-duty military members become US citizens

U.S. officials said 17 veterans or active-duty members of the military became America’s newest citizens ahead of Veterans Day.

2021's Phoenix Veterans Day Parade's grand marshal served for over three decades

A woman who served more than three decades in the U.S. Army is the grand marshal of the 2021 Phoenix Veterans Day Parade. "It was the experience of a lifetime. It was my honor to serve."

ASU recreational therapy students providing adaptive sports for veterans
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Recreational therapy students with Arizona State University are proving an adaptive sports experience for veterans in the Phoenix area. FOX 10 Photojournalist Brian Kae has a look.