Shutdown causes turmoil for some military families’ food assistanceIn the most recent DOD survey of active-duty military spouses, about 7% said they were using WIC benefits and 1% said they were using SNAP.By Karen Jowers7 weeks ago
US Coast Guard rescues four girls stranded while paddleboardingThe four children were unable to safely depart a rock they found themselves on after losing their paddle boards amid inclement weather.By Riley Ceder4 months ago
DOD schools reorganize to target more support to military childrenThe school system is adding more psychologists and administrative officers, but there's concern about some positions being eliminated. By Karen Jowers6 months ago
Meet the kids taking care of wounded veteransMore than 2 million kids live with a disabled veteran at home. Calls are growing to extend more support to these ‘hidden helpers.'By Jennifer Brookland, The War Horse9 months ago
Military school students’ test scores lead the nationThe scores showed positive stability at DOD schools, while the nation’s public schools aren’t regaining ground lost during the pandemic.By Karen Jowers11 months ago
VA marks millionth COVID case as officials warn health threat persistsDepartment health officials have recorded about 67,000 new cases of COVID-19 among patients in 2024.By Leo Shane III14 months ago