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Program for youth caregivers, umpire academy among Fisher awardees

Five nonprofits were awarded a total of $400,000 for their innovative support of troops, military families and veterans.

Army Guardsman indicted for trying to ship military radio to Russia

Federal authorities also allege the Guardsman photographed a U.S. military base, believing it would benefit the Russian government.

Military medical facilities aim to woo back Medicare-eligible patients

21 military treatment facilities are prioritizing bringing back Tricare for Life patients.

Shutdown causes turmoil for some military families’ food assistance

In 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.

Drones could replace large US Army units in Europe, expert suggests

What do you with an Army designed for Europe when Europe isn’t the focus anymore? The answer is drones, says one U.S. expert.

Judges reject VA secretary’s request to pause veterans’ claims appeals

Secretary Collins asked the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to stop its work during the government shutdown. Judges called the request "extreme."

Greenland radars vulnerable to hypersonic missiles, critics warn

The early warning radars on Greenland are key to defending the U.S. against nuclear attack, but they're vulnerable to hypersonic missiles, critics warn.

Thousands of vets saddled with false criminal histories, lawsuit says

A Texas mom and National Guard member is suing the Army to clear her name — and upend the military justice system, The War Horse reports.

Soldier enlistments to be extended by 45 days because of shutdown

Soldiers scheduled to transition out of the Army during the government shutdown will now see their service extended for 45 days.

Opinion

Air Force squadrons are closing — reversing it demands investment

The Air Force has passed the point where more cannot be done with less. The Trump administration and Congress need to sufficiently resource the Air Force.