Soldier found dead during basic combat training at Fort Jackson
A soldier from Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, was “found deceased during training” on Thursday, the Army said.
By Beth Sullivan
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What troops need to know about Basic Allowance for Housing in 2025
The military’s housing stipend, known as the Basic Allowance for Housing, increased by an average of 5.4% per person in January 2025.
By Karen Jowers
Soldiers in Army basic training now knocking down drones
Recruits at Fort Sill are learning how to counter enemy drones as they learn how to march and fire their rifles.
By Todd South
Soldiers exposed to new combat realities with expanded training
Drill sergeants now serve as squad leaders in field training.
By Todd South
Sailors can now choose housing allowance based on family location
The Navy will now offer sailors the choice of getting basic allowance for housing based on where their dependents are located.
By Diana Stancy
Recruits need real rifles at boot camp, top enlisted airman says
Recruits carrying weapons during boot camp "is another reminder that you’re in the profession of arms,” the chief master sergeant of the Air Force said.
DOD reveals strengths, problems in special needs family member program
A first-ever survey of troops enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program has sparked criticism in some circles.
By Karen Jowers
Air Force, Space Force recruits to carry practice rifles at boot camp
Service leaders believe restarting the weapons-handling initiative earlier on will better prepare recruits for the real-world operational environment.
Fort Sill and Fort Leonard Wood to add 4 basic training companies
The four new companies will train 3,840 soldiers for the service annually.
By Todd South
Marines Corps’ landing ship taking longer, costing more than planned
A key vessel Marines need to move around in a potential island shootout with China is two years behind schedule.
By Todd South
What troops need to know about the basic needs allowance in 2024
Learn about the basic needs allowance and more in Military Times' 2024 Pay and Benefits Guide.
By Karen Jowers
What troops need to know about the basic allowance for housing in 2024
Learn about the basic allowance for housing and more in Military Times' 2024 Pay and Benefits Guide.
By Karen Jowers