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Vets bill would expand caregiver support, boost in-home care options
A sweeping veterans measure introduced by lawmakers on Tuesday would improve benefits for veteran caregivers and individuals facing homelessness.
Opinion
What states can do to help veterans experiencing homelessness
In the United States, a critical yet often overlooked area of public investment is transitional housing for veterans.
By Michael Embrich
Soldier killed in Korean War to be buried next week
Army Cpl. Gordon D. McCarthy’s remains will be buried next week at Arlington National Cemetery, nearly a year after they were identified.
Total number of VA claims lost in online systems tops 120,000
The number of veterans discovered to be affected by the mistakes has grown in recent months.
Marine veteran killed in Ukraine was ‘fearless,’ his commander says
Veteran Marine Lance Cpl. Joel David Beal was hit by a mortar round while attempting to destroy a Russian infantry vehicle, his commander said.
Lawmakers press VA for stronger rules against discrimination
Congressional Democrats and outside advocates say updated policies for the department are long overdue.
VA workers face more mandatory overtime amid record claims processing
The backlog of overdue disability claims is expected to keep rising over the next year.
VA again found homes for 38K struggling vets in 2023
Department outreach efforts have helped nearly 80,000 veterans since the start of 2022.
Remains of WWII heavy bomber gunner identified decades after his death
Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall was identified in July by scientists who used anthropological and DNA analysis, military officials said.
Military scientists identify remains of soldier who died in WWII
U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Gene F. Walker died in World War II during a battle in Germany.
23 things veterans carry with them for life
Tinnitus, knee pain, an old pair of combat boots.
By Sarah Sicard