Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has COVID, says he's vaccinated and symptoms are mild
“The vaccines work and will remain a military medical requirement for our workforce," Austin said.
Marine Corps removes 206 service members for refusing to get COVID-19 vaccine
Dozens of Marines have been discharged over the past week for their refusal to comply with the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Bidens’ new puppy joins Christmas Day calls to the troops
Commander sat between the president and the first lady Saturday inside a studio set up at the White House, resting his head on a pillow as the Bidens spoke to U.S. service members stationed around the world.
Source of mystery noise, shaking in parts of Illinois revealed
The source of a loud noise heard by residents throughout central Illinois on Tuesday morning was the result of a fighter jet traveling in the airspace over the region.
Pentagon aims to stop extremism among service members, issues new rules
Warning that extremism in the ranks is increasing, Pentagon officials are issuing detailed new rules prohibiting service members from actively engaging in extremist activities.
Army: 98% of active duty got COVID-19 vaccine by mandatory deadline
The Army said 98% of its active-duty force has gotten at least one dose of the mandatory COVID-19 vaccine, as of this week's deadline.
Illinois military family gifted $2k to help with holiday expenses
It was an incredible holiday surprise for an Illinois military family.
'Hidden Heroes' program surprises Illinois family
It was an incredible holiday surprise for an Illinois military family.
Metra partners with Marines to collect toys and donations for Toys for Tots
Metra riders had the chance to brighten the holidays for a child this morning by donating toys at Chicago terminals.
Military Mama Network bands together to support troops, families
Sue Shauer, founding member of Military Mama Network, joins Good Day Chicago to talk about their efforts to make military members and their families feel supported during tough times.
Navy commander loses job after refusing COVID-19 vaccine
Cmdr. Lucian Kins was relieved of his duties Friday as second in command of the USS Winston Churchill, a destroyer, by Navy Capt. Ken Anderson, commander of Naval Surface Squadron 14.
US marks 80 years since Pearl Harbor attack; President Biden visits WWII Memorial
The nation is marking 80 years since the bombing of Pearl Harbor by remembering those killed in the attack that launched the U.S. into World War II.
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.
Glenwood veteran launches Facebook group to foster a creative and supportive space for other veterans
Navy veteran William Schranz talks about his Facebook group, Veteran Art Collective, and the importance of providing avenues of expression for those who have served our nation.
See the pictures: US troops far from home celebrate Thanksgiving across the world
U.S. service members in Kuwait, South Korea, Germany and in other countries are serving up traditional Thanksgiving meals.
Women to register for military draft under proposed defense spending bill
The $768 billion National Defense Authorization Act of 2022 would require every person to register for the military draft.
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."
Struggling Vietnam veteran who was once homeless gifted new car by U.S. Vets
"I'm indebted to them. The only thing I did was stick out my hand and ask for help. And they were there every inch of the way,” Vietnam Veteran Steve Doloresco said.
Struggling Vietnam veteran gifted new car by U.S. Vets
FOX 32 Chicago is sharing an incredible example of how U.S. Vets is helping to end homelessness among veterans nationwide.
Program provides art and craft kits to help veterans heal
Many vets are still struggling with their time served in the military.