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March 7, 2024

Maine mass shooting suspect Robert Card had traumatic brain injuries, new scan shows

Army reservist Robert Card, who allegedly shot and killed 18 people in Lewiston, Maine, had signs of traumatic brain injuries, a newly released scan found.

March 6, 2024

Miscalculation forces National Guard to temporarily cut re-enlistment bonuses

The National Guard is temporarily halting its re-enlistment bonus program after a miscalculation led to a shortage of funding, which could pause the incentives into April.

March 5, 2024

On this day in history, March 5, 1966, patriotic song 'The Ballad of the Green Berets' hits No. 1

On this day in history, March 5, 1966, the song "The Ballad of the Green Berets," sung by Staff Sgt. Barry Sadler about U.S. Army Special Forces, hit No. 1 on U.S. music charts.

March 2, 2024

US soldiers work to bring paralyzed puppy to safety after Middle East rescue: 'Shaking with pain'

US Army soldiers stationed in the Middle East found an injured and paralyzed puppy. Now, Sgt. Jack is working to bring her back to safety in the U.S. through Paws of War.

February 27, 2024

Defense Secretary Austin 'confident' in military leadership to address safety following helicopter crashes

The Pentagon said the leaders of the various military branches are capable of addressing safety concerns related to helicopters following several recent crashes.

February 27, 2024

US Army cutting force by 24K amid recruiting shortfalls

The U.S. Army is slashing about 5% – or 24,000 – of its force in an effort to restructure the service to be better prepared for future wars.

February 26, 2024

Army helicopter crash lands in Alabama during flight training

A UH-72 Lakota helicopter crashed during flight training in Alabama on Feb. 23, 2024. The helicopter was damaged, but its two pilots escaped with minor injuries.

February 25, 2024

Officials responding to 2,000-acre fire in Fort Carson, Colorado

Officials were responding to a wildfire fire Sunday afternoon in Fort Carson, Colorado just hours after another fire 20 miles north, according to local reports.

February 23, 2024

US military not ready for low-tech war: 'Crisis'

As conflicts rage in Gaza and Ukraine and terrorists continue to attack U.S. forces, new battlefield tactics will continue to stress the preparation of the military.

February 16, 2024

Meet the American who made flying safe, Archie League, daredevil pilot and first air-traffic controller

Archie W. League is widely considered the first air-traffic controller. He began by directing aircraft with flags in 1929, then helped make flying safe for millions of travelers.