Army's 'Captain America' dies by suicide after nearly a dozen combat tours

The enemy could never break him, but what this decorated Green Beret eventually found was that his enemy was within. Friends who served with him in the military say he was the real “Captain America.”

'Brandon Act' looks to help active duty service members report bullying without retaliation

A service member who took his own life after bullying in the Navy asked his family to not let his death be in vain. A Congressman is working to pass the "Brandon Act" in his honor to help report bullying within the military.

Vindman retiring from Army, lawyer blames Trump

Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, a national security aide who played a central role in President Donald Trump's impeachment case, announced his retirement from the Army on Wednesday in a scathing statement that accused the president of running a “campaign of bullying, intimidation, and retaliation.”

Marine Corps says Marine shot self on base in Twentynine Palms

A Marine sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a two-hour standoff with military police Tuesday on a sprawling Marine Corps base in the Southern California desert, military officials said.

Gold Star Memorial groundbreaking ceremony at Wesley Bolin Plaza

Debbie Lee became a Gold Star mother when she lost her son on August 2, 2006 -- Marc Alan Lee was the first Navy SEAL killed in Iraq. Now, Lee says this new memorial will serve as a way to not only honor loved ones lost while defending our country, but also their families.

Attorney: Missing Texas soldier was killed at Fort Hood

The Army said Wednesday that a soldier who was suspected in Guillen’s disappearance had killed himself. The Army also said a civilian suspect had been arrested.

Arizona Rep. Lesko supports cities' bids for Space Force headquarters

Arizona Congresswoman Debbie Lesko is advocating for cities in her district to be selected for the U.S. Space Force Command's headquarters.

Walmart hires 265,000 veterans, promotes more than 44,000 to higher-paying roles

In addition to the VWHC, Walmart introduced the Military Spouse Career Connection on Veterans Day in 2018 to provide employment opportunities for military families.

Army quarantines 90 soldiers with coronavirus at Fort Bragg

A total of 110 people participated in the course, which was cut short after a single soldier tested positive. Subsequent tests then showed that 82 students and 8 instructors had COVID-19, Army spokeswoman Janice Burton told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

U.S. Coast Guard veteran celebrates 100th birthday in New Orleans

A U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) veteran who served in World War II turned 100 years of age in New Orleans, Louisiana, on June 27, and his birthday was marked with a parade of cars, music, cheering from friends and family, and tributes from USCG officials.

US Space Force announces future rank structure, outlining 3 major commands

The U.S. Space Force announced its future organizational structure, which will mimic the U.S. Air Force, but will have its own uniqueness with one level of command.

White House: Trump not briefed on 'unverified' bounties

The White House plans to brief select members of Congress after news reports citing U.S. intelligence that a Russian military intelligence unit secretly offered bounties to Taliban-linked militants for killing American troops in Afghanistan.

Army is taking limited steps to counter racial divisiveness

Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy announced Thursday that beginning in August the service will no longer include soldiers' photos when soldiers are being considered for promotion.

Soldier returns to Tampa in time for Father's Day, surprises kids with heartwarming photobomb

Lt. Col. Simon McKenzie returned to Tampa after being deployed for several months, so he and his wife decided to surprise their kids with a heartwarming photobomb during a photography session.

Hundreds of National Guard troops mobilized to protect DC monuments amid protests

Hundreds of troops with the Washington, D.C., National Guard have mobilized to protect monuments in the nation's capital, a senior U.S. defense official told Fox News on Wednesday.

California city of Fort Bragg, named for a Confederate general, considers name change

A rugged Northern California coastal city named for a Confederate general may ask voters to change its name as people protesting racial inequality and police brutality tear down monuments honoring former Confederate leaders.