US veterans in suicidal crisis now eligible for free emergency care at any facility
Veterans do not need to be enrolled in the VA system for the new policy, which includes inpatient care for up to 30 days and outpatient care for up to 90 days.
Watch: US veteran takes down knife-wielding man in South Carolina Walmart
In a dramatic video, the man was seen shouting inside the Walmart store while waving a knife at bystanders and employees. “That's when my military training kicked in,” the shopper said.
Pritzker celebrates completion of Quincy VA Home renovations
Two years ago, legionnaire's disease took the lives of 12 veterans at the home, and some called for closing the facility.
Oldest living survivor of Pearl Harbor marks 105th birthday
The oldest living survivor of the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 celebrated his upcoming 105th birthday at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans.
Rosie's Home Cookin': Naperville restaurant a special place for veterans
If you are looking for a new neighborhood hot spot to check out this year, you might want to think about heading out to Naperville.
Naperville restaurant a special place for veterans
If you are looking for a new neighborhood hot spot to check out this year, you might want to think about heading out to Naperville.
Chicago native becomes first female infantry officer in historic Army Reserve unit
A Chicago native is making history by becoming the first female infantry officer in a historic Army Reserve unit.
Chicago native makes US Army Reserve history
A Chicago native is making history by becoming the first female infantry officer in a historic Army Reserve unit.
Wreaths Across America honors veterans around the holidays
Saturday is Wreaths Across America Day. Every year cemeteries across the country participate in laying wreaths on graves of veterans.
'Survivor 43' winner Mike Gabler donates $1M prize to veterans: 'There are people who need the money more'
Heart valve specialist Mike Gabler won season 43 of "Survivor" and donated $1 million prize in the name of father Robert Gabler, a Green Beret.
Donate to the Metra, US Marines holiday toy drive — here's how
Metra is asking riders to come together to support local families.
Donate to the Metra, US Marines holiday toy drive
Metra is asking riders to come together to support local families.
Pearl Harbor remembrance draws handful of survivors to Hawaii
The youngest active-duty military personnel on Dec. 7, 1941, would have been about 17, making them 98 today. Many of those still alive are at least 100.
Rare Civil War, WWI military items made by Tiffany & Co. to hit Illinois auction block
Rock Island Auction Company in Illinois is putting three Tiffany & Co. creations with military significance up for auction including two Civil War-era swords and a WWI naval aviator pin.
Pritzker joins Gold Star families for Christmas tree lighting in Chicago
The holiday display in the Loop honors veterans and their families.
Pritzker joins Gold Star families for Christmas tree lighting in the Loop
With 20 days until Christmas, Governor JB Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton joined Gold Star families Monday for a Christmas tree lighting.
National Guard works to overcome recruitment challenges following pandemic
Four-star General Daniel Hokanson says the pandemic may have hampered National Guard enrollment. The National Guard helps fight the county's wars and provides opportunities for those involved - it will pay for your education up to a Ph.D.
US officials confirm Iranian drone bombed oil tanker linked to Israeli billionaire
The drone attack on the Liberian-flagged oil tanker Pacific Zircon last Tuesday off the coast of Oman appears to be part of the long-running shadow war between Israel and its archenemy Iran.
North Korea test-launches ballistic missile capable of striking anywhere in US
North Korea test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capable of carrying a nuclear warhead with a range that could strike anywhere across the U.S.'s mainland, defense officials said Friday.
Illinois Treasurer asks for help returning Purple Heart medals
There's a mission underway in Illinois to return symbols of sacrifice and bravery to those who earned them.