Chicago-area veterans preparing for 'Ruck March' fundraiser
The Chicago Veterans Ruck March will be held on Friday, May 26. It's a 17-mile journey to raise money for veterans in need.
100-year-old WWII veteran plans to bench press 100 pounds this year: ‘That’s my goal’
WWII veteran Warner Schlaupitz aims to bench press 100 pounds at Delaware's senior olympics in September. He works with a personal trainer and credits his healthy and active lifestyle to his longevity.
Russia accuses Ukraine of trying to assassinate Putin in drone attack; Zelenskyy denies
Russia claimed it foiled an attack by Ukrainian drones on the Kremlin early Wednesday, promising retaliation for what it termed a “terrorist” act.
Biden sends 1,500 troops to U.S.-Mexico border for migrant surge
The Biden administration has requested 1,500 troops for the U.S.-Mexico border amid an expected migrant surge following the end of pandemic-era restrictions, according to three administration officials.
Never-before-seen photos show White House on day Osama bin Laden was killed
While many have likely seen the “Situation Room" photo during the killing of Osama bin Laden, several newly-released pictures have been published showing key moments inside the White House.
US Army grounds aviators for training following deadly helicopter crashes
The U.S. Army says it has grounded aviation units for training after deadly helicopter crashes in Alaska and Kentucky killed 12 in the past month.
National guardsman spoke of ‘murder,’ could still possess secrets, US says
Jack Teixeira is accused of distributing highly classified documents about top national security issues on a social media platform. Prosecutors say he kept an arsenal of weapons and talked of “violence and murder."
New affordable housing development for veterans breaks ground in Chicago Heights
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Chicago Heights Wednesday for a new affordable housing development for veterans.
New affordable housing development for veterans breaks ground in Chicago Heights
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Chicago Heights Wednesday for a new affordable housing development for veterans.
US to dock nuclear submarines in South Korea for first time in decades
North Korea’s increasing nuclear threats, along with concerns about China’s assertiveness in the region, have pushed the Biden administration to expand its Asian alliance.
Legionnaires' disease reported at Quincy VA home again
Legionnaires' disease has once again shown up at a veterans’ home in Quincy.
One of last 2 USS Arizona survivors, Ken Potts, dies at 102
Ken Potts had just turned 102 a week ago, and had carried memories of the attack throughout the course of his long life.
How veterans, military members can get free White Sox tickets
The Cook County clerk is teaming up with the Chicago White Sox to offer veterans and military members free tickets.
How veterans, military members can get free White Sox tickets
The Cook County clerk is teaming up with the Chicago White Sox to offer veterans and military members free tickets.
Illinois AG backs decorated Army vet James Rudisill’s bid to Supreme Court to restore benefits
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and 32 other attorneys general are backing a bid by a veteran, a former decorated Army officer, who’s asking the U.S. Supreme Court to restore GI Bill college benefits in a case that could affect millions of long-serving vets.
Man loses over 200 pounds so he can fulfill dream of enlisting
Down more than 200 pounds, Aaron Schichtl's transformation is only the beginning.
North Korea says it tested new solid-fuel long-range missile for first time
North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency issued the report a day after the country’s neighbors detected a launch of a long-range missile from near Pyongyang.
FBI arrests Massachusetts Air National Guardsman Jack Teixeira in probe of classified document leaks
FBI agents arrested Massachusetts Air National Guardsman Jack Douglas Teixeira at a home in North Dighton, Massachusetts, on Thursday in connection with a trove of classified documents that have been leaked online in recent months.
US review on chaotic military withdrawal from Afghanistan largely blames Trump administration
The White House on Thursday publicly released a 12-page summary of the results of the so-called “hotwash” of U.S. policies around the ending of the nation’s longest war, taking little responsibility for its own actions.
Schaumburg post office renamed to honor Iraq, Afghanistan war veterans
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) renamed the Schaumburg post office on Monday.