Troops will see an average 4.2% boost in 2026 housing allowance
Service members will see a 4.2% bump, on average, in their monthly Basic Allowance for Housing as of Jan. 1, defense officials announced Thursday.
By Karen Jowers
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Air Force updates officer developmental education policy
The Air Force is changing in-residence intermediate and senior developmental education for active-duty service members as part of a broader policy review.
Leaders face questions over rent increases, spouse employment and more
Landlords' rent increases in lock-step with increases with housing allowances may be "a bit of the dark side of capitalism."
By Karen Jowers
Air Force revamps first week of boot camp to build trust, life skills
The first week of Air Force boot camp will emphasize stress management, physical fitness and cleanliness.
Leadership begins at basic, says Army’s top training officer
Drill sergeants may act as squad or platoon leaders while recruits fill team leader roles.
By Todd South
Here’s why Army hotel rates are going back up
On average, troops will pay about $35 more per night than their housing allowance, once their Temporary Lodging Expense allowance ends.
By Karen Jowers
Army recruit’s death during basic training under investigation
Atchison died after he fell during a midnight ruck march.
Army auditors scrutinize food allowance deductions for field training
Soldiers who spoke with Army Times questioned whether the service should make the deductions at all.
DoD aims for more consistent support for special needs families
The policy aims to standardize the services provided to special needs families, but one advocate says it doesn't go far enough.
By Karen Jowers
Marine Corps considering changes to how it allocates officer jobs
But it appears changes, if any, aren’t coming soon.
Troops could see monthly bonuses, better housing pay under House plan
A draft version of the annual defense authorization bill calls for more financial support for younger troops.
More recruits eligible for Army pre-boot camp study, fitness courses
A wider range of future soldiers can now enlist in the Army’s Future Soldier Preparatory Course.
By Davis Winkie