New center in Mesa opens to help veterans, first responders combat depression and PTSD

The Survivors Of War Rehabilitation and Evolution Center has opened in Mesa to help veterans combat depression, PTSD and suicide through their counseling services and other programs.

'Band of brothers': Guards keep eternal watch over Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day 2021 with a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, a monument steeped in history and mystery.

Alabama teen headed to the Air Force donates hair to kids battling cancer

17-year-old Kieran Moise is heading to the US Air Force Academy in the fall, and decided he wanted to donate his hair to be used for wigs for children battling cancer. In addition to donating 19 inches of hair, he also raised $20,000 for St. Jude.

Biden attends Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony, pays tribute to fallen soldiers

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were among those who attended a wreath-laying ceremony Monday at Arlington National Cemetery to mark the annual Memorial Day holiday dedicated to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Veteran-owned Home Run Stadium in Mesa struggling to stay open

A landmark veteran-owned business in Mesa that's been a staple in the East Valley for over three decades is struggling to stay open as the owner says a series of unfortunate events may force him to close.

US flag memorial displays 7000 dog tags in honor of fallen service members

Volunteers with the group Veterans and Athletes United are honoring fallen service members who died in the global war on terror in a unique way by using their military dog tags to keep their memory alive.

Memorial Day observances personal for Biden as weekend marks 6-year anniversary of son Beau's death

President Biden honored the nation’s sacrifices in a deeply personal manner as he paid tribute Sunday to those lost while remembering his late son Beau, a veteran who died six years ago to the day.

Phoenix woman collects Hawaiian shirts for soldiers overseas

A Phoenix woman is joining a national movement to bring some smiles to soldiers overseas, one Hawaiian shirt at a time.

102-year-old WWII veteran honored with birthday parade

Community groups, the Satellite Beach High School marching band, and several others took part in the celebration.

Military father surprises daughter at high school graduation

A high school senior thought she was going to just get her diploma at graduation, but instead, she got a surprise visit from her military father who was deployed overseas.

U.S. soldiers place flags at Arlington Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day weekend

US military service members placed flags at gravestones in Arlington National Ceremony in Virginia, on May 27, to mark Memorial Day, which honors those who died while serving in the armed forces.

Biden touts COVID-19 progress, thanks US troops ahead of Memorial Day

President Joe Biden on Friday kicked off the Memorial Day weekend by celebrating progress made in the fight against COVID-19 and thanking U.S. troops for their service.

Memorial Day 2021: The origin of America’s commemoration of its fallen troops

It’s a tradition that has evolved over the years. From Decoration Day to the Memorial Day we know today, here’s a look at the American holiday’s origins.

Luke AFB airman honored, credited with saving lives during Westgate shooting incident
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Tech Sgt. Michael Walker was honored with the Air Force Sergeants Association Heroism Award for his bravery during a shooting at the Westgate shopping center. He was off-duty when a gunman opened fire in May 2020, injuring three people.

Buy a pint of beer for a veteran at Chauncey Social in Scottsdale
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At Chauncey Social in Scottsdale, you can pre-purchase a pint of beer for any member of the military, active or retired, from now through Memorial Day. FOX 10 photojournalist Joe Tillman has the story.

US flags placed on Arlington National Cemetery headstones in honor of Memorial Day

Thousands of service members will place American flags on over 260,000 headstones at Arlington National Cemetery Thursday as part of their Memorial Day remembrance celebrations.

Cuban American NASCAR star Aric Almirola reminds fans that 'our freedom is not free'

Stewart-Haas Racing driver Aric Almirola will pay tribute to hero Navy SEAL Michael Monsoor by carrying his name on his car during the NASCAR Cup Series Coca-Cola 600.