Latest "space command" stories

U.S. Space Command boss Gen. James Dickinson speaks on the value of partnerships in space during the 37th Annual Space Symposium on April 5, 2022, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. (Mass Communications Specialist First Class John Philip Wagner Jr./U.S. Space Command)

No foul play in moving Space Command to Alabama, Pentagon watchdog says

The Pentagon watchdog found that the Air Force followed the rules in picking Redstone Arsenal, but it questioned whether the service’s base-selection process leads to the best fit.

By Rachel S. Cohen

9 months ago

Russia tests anti-satellite weapon, astronauts take cover

Astronauts were forced to take cover on the International Space Station after a Russian anti-satellite test generated debris, according to the U.S. State Department.

By Nathan Strout

15 months ago

The Space Force wants to use directed-energy systems for space superiority

The chief of space operations acknowledged that the U.S. is developing a directed-energy portfolio that will help America maintain space superiority.

By Nathan Strout

20 months ago

Review of Space Command basing decision sought by Senate Intel members

Some lawmakers are still trying to convince the executive branch to reverse a preliminary decision to move U.S. Space Command headquarters to Alabama.

By Rachel S. Cohen

21 months ago

An audition for the role of Space Command graphic artist

Space Command's graphic game is on point, but we wanted to offer some additional art.

By Sarah Sicard

23 months ago

Politics should not determine location for US Space Command

A former U.S. senator says Air Force leaders have chosen command locations without the mission, war fighter and taxpayer in mind.

By Former Sen. Ben Nelson

2 years ago