US military: Is there a draft in 2024?
While there isn't currently a draft in place, Congress and the president can reinstate the draft and force male citizens to serve in the military under certain circumstances.
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.
Biden speaks at France's Pointe du Hoc on 'defending freedom and democracy'
President Joe Biden's speech from Pointe du Hoc Friday marked his second trip to the Normandy coast during his visit to France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Biden says the legacy of Pointe du Hoc is a call to “stay true to what America stands for."
Remembering D-Day 80 years later: Biden, world leaders pay respects
June 6, 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of one of the largest air, land and sea invasions in military history.
D-Day veterans return to Normandy for 80th anniversary, share memories and messages for future generations
World War II veterans from across the United States as well as Britain and Canada are in Normandy this week to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings that helped lead to Hitler’s defeat.
American Legion Post 243 one of few dry posts bringing awareness to mental health
The FOX 35 Care Force Award was presented to the American Legion Post 243 for their work helping veterans and bringing awareness to mental health needs. Every Wednesday morning, these veterans meet at the post for coffee and a chat. But what really makes this post so unique is that it is a dry post – one of the very few throughout the state.
Military aircraft crashes near Albuquerque airport, injured pilot escapes before impact
The pilot, the sole occupant of the aircraft, was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, as reported by Albuquerque's fire department.
Cape Canaveral National Cemetery hosts Memorial Day Ceremony
Hundreds gathered at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery for a Memorial Day ceremony featuring a gun salute, patriotic music, and a wreath-laying to honor the heroes buried there. This year's theme was "Honor and Remember," and FOX 35's Esther Bower emceed the event.
Massachusetts sailor killed at Pearl Harbor finally gets proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery
Frank Hryniewicz was only 20 years old when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941. Eight decades later, Hryniewicz finally received a proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery.
Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: What we celebrate in May
The two holidays are crucial for honoring U.S. military personnel but serve distinct purposes.
Veterans granted over 1M toxic exposure claims under PACT Act
U.S. veterans have received about $5.7 billion in benefits under a new law that broadened disability claims involving burn pit or other toxic exposure during their service.
Army presents Purple Heart to Minnesota veteran 73 years after he was wounded in Korean War
After 73 years and a long fight with the U.S. Army, a Korean War veteran from Minnesota who was wounded in combat finally got his Purple Heart medal on Friday.
30 sailors, Marines injured in training exercise off Florida's coast: US Navy
A total of 30 Sailors and Marines were injured while conducting a training exercise Wednesday evening off the coast of Jacksonville, Florida, officials said.
Military Appreciation Month 2024 deals, discounts
Here's a look at the deals and discounts available to honor military members and veterans during Military Appreciation Month.
Military jet crashes near Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico
An F-16 military jet crashed near Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico, just before noon local time on Tuesday, a U.S. official confirmed to Fox News.
'Military brat': Where did the term come from?
April 30 marks Military Brats Day.
Vietnam War U.S. Air Force major accounted for after nearly six decades
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced that U.S. Air Force Maj. John C.G. Kerr, missing since a 1967 mission in Laos, was accounted for on April 24, 2024, decades after being declared Killed in Action.
First successful AI dogfight carried out, US Air Force confirms
Air Force formally acknowledged a successful test of an AI-piloted aircraft in dogfight environment.
US Marine dies in training accident in North Carolina
A U.S. Marine, Sgt. Colin Arslanbas, tragically lost his life in a training accident on April 18, as confirmed by military officials.
U.S. Air Force uncovers ancient campsite on New Mexico base: 'Marks a pivotal moment'
United States Air Force (USAF) service members recently discovered an ancient campsite that dates back over 8,000 years, according to officials.