Pentagon would require COVID-19 vaccine for US troops under new plan
Members of the U.S. military would be required to have the COVID-19 vaccine under a new plan.
Secretary of Defense Austin to announce mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy for all active duty military
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is expected Friday to announce a mandatory vaccine policy for all active-duty forces in the U.S. military.
Remains of Michigan soldier who died in Korean War head home
The remains of a mid-Michigan soldier, U.S. Army Sgt. William Cavender, who was killed in combat during the Korean War will be returned to his hometown for burial
Navy charges sailor with setting fire that destroyed USS Bonhomme Richard
The U.S. Navy says a sailor has been charged with starting a fire in 2020 that destroyed the USS Bonhomme Richard warship in San Diego.
Iran-backed militia truck destroyed by US drone in Syria, officials say
Two Iraqi militia officials say a U.S. drone attack has targeted a truck for an Iran-backed militia in eastern Syria — destroying the vehicle without causing any casualties.
Royal Oak leaders appeal after judge says future location of veterans memorial will go to voters
A judge said that voters would decide if the Royal Oak Veterans War Memorial should be moved. However, city leaders have appealed that ruling.
Top US general in Afghanistan steps down amid military withdrawal, Taliban surge
Gen. Scott Miller, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan, relinquished his position Monday, taking the U.S. a step closer to ending its 20-year war.
US war in Afghanistan will end August 31, Biden says
President Joe Biden on Thursday said the U.S. military mission in Afghanistan will conclude on Aug. 31.
Donald Rumsfeld, former defense secretary at helm of 2 wars, dead at 88
Two-time defense secretary Donald Rumsfeld, who oversaw the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan and the 2003 overthrow of Saddam Hussein in Iraq during his tenure, has died at the age of 88.
GOP donor funds South Dakota National Guard troops in Texas
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem will use a donation from a Republican donor to fund a deployment of National Guard troops to the U.S. border with Mexico.
June 12 is Women Veterans Recognition Day
June 12th is Women Veteran's Recognition Day to celebrate the women who've served this country, championed by the Motown Women Veteran's Association, which is working to change that.
Selfridge Air Base loses bid to become F35 training center
Macomb County's Selfridge Air Base won't be the home of the new F35 training center for the Air Force - at least, it's not the first choice.
‘A true hero’: Biden awards Medal of Honor to 94-year-old Korean War veteran
President Joe Biden awarded his first Medal of Honor this week to a retired colonel for acts of bravery during the Korean War, the White House announced Wednesday.
‘A great patriot’: Last surviving Marine of USS Indianapolis sinking, Edgar Harrell, dies
An organization dedicated to preserving the USS Indianapolis’ legacy said Edgar Harrell, the last surviving Marine of the ship’s sinking, has died.
Port Huron throws homecoming celebration for Army veteran's 99th birthday
The Port Huron community threw a homecoming celebration for an Army veteran who has served all over the world.
Metro Detroit veteran needs help getting new roof
Carl Vinegar, a Marine veteran who has PTSD, said the sounds of rain leaking into his home haunt him.
Biden to leave troops in Afghanistan beyond May 1 deadline, sets 9/11 as new target, official says
President Joe Biden has decided to leave American troops in Afghanistan beyond the May 1 deadline negotiated with the Taliban by the Trump administration, and has set the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks as the new goal, a U.S. official said Tuesday.
Marine father giving emotional first salute to son as commissioned officer goes viral
The video was posted to TikTok where it racked up over 3 million views in just a few days.
From news to the Michigan National Guard -- My COVID-19 experience
Michigan National Guard members took on a set of new missions when COVID-19 reached the state.
U.S. military to honor Metro Detroit veteran by naming Navy ship after him
The 90-year-old veteran is receiving a special honor from the United States military -- a Navy ship is being named after him. The vessel with his name will be completed in 2024.