Army seeks high-energy laser systems to kill drone swarmsThe new laser systems are expected to take out intelligence and surveillance drones, as well as those that can carry high-grade explosives. By Zita Ballinger Fletcher11 days ago
DODEA schools offering free or reduced meals amid shutdown Eligibility continues as long as the household income qualifies under the USDA thresholds.By Karen Jowers14 days ago
More shutdown assistance offered through military storesExtended period of interest-free commissary purchases and reduced-price meals for DOD school students affected by the government shutdown are available.By Karen Jowers14 days ago
Colorado sues Trump administration over Space Command move to AlabamaColorado officials say the relocation of U.S. Space Command was illegally motivated by Trump’s desire to punish the state for allowing mail-in voting.2 weeks ago
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 Jowers3 weeks ago
Thousands of vets saddled with false criminal histories, lawsuit saysA Texas mom and National Guard member is suing the Army to clear her name — and upend the military justice system, The War Horse reports. By Rachel Fobar, The War Horse4 weeks ago