Army testing ‘pocket-sized’ drones that could soon be in the hands of every squad
The drones first saw action with Special Forces in Afghanistan.
Giving thanks to local military families for their sacrifices on Independence Day
Buddy's Helpers works with thousands of local high school student athletes to thank police officers, fire fighters and active or retired military personnel and their children for all they have done for our country
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 2 Civil War heroes who helped hijack a train
U.S. Army Pvts. Philip G. Shadrach and George D. Wilson received the posthumous honor during a ceremony at the White House.
US Army soldier-athlete chases Olympic dream
A group of U.S. soldiers have qualified to go for the gold in the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Sgt. Sagen Maddalena is just one of the soldier-athletes preparing for their shot at competitive shooting sports.
Decision to honor Prince Harry with Pat Tillman Award criticized by mother of late soldier
The mother of Pat Tillman, a fallen soldier and promising NFL player, criticized ESPN for its decision to honor Prince Harry with an award named in his honor.
Cook County veteran gifted new roof from local contractor: 'It was like winning the lottery'
Air Force veteran and retired Will County Sheriff's deputy Bruce Suggs said his prayers had been answered when he was gifted a new roof for his home.
Chicago family reunited with late father's Purple Heart
A Chicago family is celebrating Independence Day week by being reunited with their late father's Purple Heart.
Chicago family reunited with late father's Purple Heart
A Chicago family is celebrating Independence Day week by being reunited with their late father's Purple Heart.
Cook County veteran gifted new roof from local contractor: 'It was like winning the lottery'
A local veteran received a much-needed gift from a local contractor this week. Air Force veteran and retired Will County Sheriff's deputy Bruce Suggs said his prayers had been answered when he was gifted a new roof for his home.
Top-secret US aquatic military vessel spotted on Google Maps
The aquatic drone dubbed the 'Manta Ray' is part of a wider U.S. Navy project to augment the nation's long-range underwater fleet of unmanned vehicles.
Biden pardons thousands of LGBTQ+ veterans
Major action taken by President Joe Biden on Wednesday, as he pardoned thousands of former US service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on gay sex.
11th annual 'Barbeque for the Troops' set for July
An effort to support U.S. service men and women returns for its 11th year next month as the Chicago Automobile Trade Association hosts its annual Barbeque for the Troops.
US military draft: Bill would require women to register for Selective Service
Women may be one step closer to a mandate requiring them to register for Selective Service, or the military draft.
More American soldiers are dying by suicide than combat
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.
USS Theodore Roosevelt arrives in S. Korea amid rising N. Korea threats
A nuclear-powered U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in South Korea for a three-way exercise involving Japan as they step up military training to cope with North Korean threats.
Former Shriners Chicago patient defies all odds
Peggy Henderson served in the U.S. Military for 20 years after being told she would never be able to walk or talk.
Military veteran comes out as gay in viral obituary: 'I was afraid'
“I'm sorry for not having the courage to come out as Gay," Edward Thomas Ryan wrote.
Wounded Warrior Project's Soldier Ride Chicago rolls into Brookfield Zoo
The Thursday event was part of a three-day journey, during which the cyclists will cover approximately 60 miles across the Chicagoland area.
Wounded Warrior Project's Soldier Ride Chicago rolls into Brookfield Zoo
The Wounded Warrior Project’s Soldier Ride Chicago returned to the area this week, with more than 30 injured veterans participating in an adaptive cycling event at Brookfield Zoo on Thursday.
Boy, 7, becomes honorary sergeant in Illinois Army National Guard for his courage against cancer
Seven-year-old Jamir has had an especially hard yard in his fight against leukemia, and got some special encouragement this weekend from unexpected strangers.