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Eyeing the storm: Air Force’s ‘Hurricane Hunters’ are busier than ever
With an aging fleet of aircraft facing formidable storms, the Air Force's Hurricane Hunters are figuring out how to weather the future.
Navy, Coast Guard rescue men who spelled out ‘HELP’ with palm fronds
Three men stranded on an uninhabited Pacific island used palm fronds to spell out “HELP” on the beach, allowing Navy and Coast Guard aviators to spot them.
Return of horse-drawn caissons to Arlington National Cemetery delayed
The return of horse-drawn caissons at Arlington National Cemetery is being delayed for months and maybe longer, the Army said Friday.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Army enlists United Football League to tackle recruiting
Be all UFL can be: The Army announced a partnership with the new football league as it looks to score a touchdown on recruitment.
Air Force veteran apparently joined Russian army to flee charges in US
Video surfaced that appears to show vet Wilmer Puello-Mota in Russia, expressing support for the country’s war against Ukraine.
By Steve LeBlanc, The Associated Press
Fewer airmen could receive bonuses for tough jobs in 2025
The Air Force's fiscal year 2025 budget includes plan to cut $4 million and more than 700 airmen from the special duty assignment pay program.
Air Force extends enforcement deadline for new body composition test
Airmen and guardians have at least six more months before they can be punished for failing to meet the new body composition standard required in PT tests.
How to renew a DOD ID to keep unique benefits as a civilian
Reapply for the Next Generation USID card to retain some unique benefits after retirement.
By Connie Mabin
The Coast Guardsman who was the calm voice amid a firestorm
Over four days, the Coast Guard search-and-rescue team assisted in saving 40 people.
By Todd South
Texas Guardsman charged with human smuggling after high-speed chase
Authorities said the Guardsman turned around at a Border Patrol checkpoint and fled, leading to a 15-mile chase at speeds of more than 100 miles per hour.
By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune