Coast Guard to stand up special forces commandThe U.S. Coast Guard is standing up a new Special Missions Command to consolidate its elite maritime response forces.By Eve Sampson73 minutes ago
Coast Guard to deploy autonomous saildrones on Great LakesThe vessels will be deployed this year from May through October to expand maritime surveillance and data collection. By Brooke Griswold3 hours ago
National Guard officers earn medals for apprehending gunman in DC shootingTwo West Virginia National Guard officers received medals for overpowering the gunman who shot two service members in November.By Patricia Kime2 days ago
US destroys six Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles, drones, admiral saysAdm. Brad Cooper said Iran was trying to interfere with a U.S. military operation to open the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic.By Phil Stewart and Idrees Ali, Reuters2 days ago
US combatant chiefs want more amphibious ready groups, Marine commandant saysThe four-star officers who lead U.S. military commands have all requested the support of amphibious ready groups and Marine Expeditionary Units.By Riley Ceder6 days ago
Congress ends partial government shutdown, funding Coast GuardThe legislation will allow the Coast Guard to resume non-emergency operations and maintenance, which were halted during the 11-week lapse in funding.By Nikki Wentling and Patricia Kime6 days ago