Babysitter sentenced for baby’s death in Hawaii military housing
Dixie Denise Villa's sentencing comes more than six years after Abigail Lobisch died from an overdose in Villa's unlicensed daycare in Hawaii.
By Karen Jowers
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White House budget plan gives 4% boost for VA amid other agency cuts
VA would be one of only a few federal departments to see a funding increase under the president's $1.7 trillion budget plan.
Airmen, guardians could see revamped parental leave policy by new year
The changes are awaiting approval by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s policy shop.
VA employee sues department over new abortion policy
The lawsuit asks for all abortions at a Texas VA medical facility to be blocked for religious liberties reasons.
Funding approved for new combat trauma care research center in Texas
The Trauma Research and Combat Casualty Care Collaborative will be located at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
By Zamone Perez
Did VA’s health records problems cause two patient deaths in Ohio?
Republican lawmakers want more details on the deaths and assurances that the new VA records system won't cause more harm.
VA secretary looks for progress on veterans suicide, homelessness soon
Veterans can't wait decades for the pressing problems to be resolved, he said in a recent interview with Military Times.
New VA toxic exposure screening starts Nov. 8
The five-minute series of questions is designed to inform vets of new benefits they may be able to receive.
Army veteran ‘a testimony’ to breast cancer for men
“I’d like to let men know, it can happen and I’m a testimony to that,” Army veteran Boyd Elliott said of his breast cancer diagnosis.
By Cathy Dyson, The Free Lance-Star
Tricare and FEDVIP open seasons begin Nov. 14; what you need to know
Tricare open season starts Nov. 14, as well as FEDVIP open season for dental and vision coverage.
By Karen Jowers
TL;DR: Simpler job ads, pay incentives lift hiring at VA
The department is revamping employment policies to better recruit and retain talent.
Earning an expert badge will be harder with this proposed fitness test
Soldiers who want expert badges may soon have to knock these exercises in full kit, including helmet, body armor and combat boots.
By Davis Winkie