The Army is examining a new training model for aviators as its helicopter fleet evolves into a complex network of manned and unmanned aircraft. The carrier George H.W. Bush is now the host of an unmanned air warfare center, and more carriers are getting it soon. The move, which may be approved by December, is expected to free up signal soldiers for more unit-level work within the brigades. More than 1 million disability claims related to military toxic exposure have been approved in the first two years of the veterans benefits legislation. A first-ever survey of troops enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program has sparked criticism in some circles. The new curriculum focuses on increasing development during traditionally slower periods of an airman's enlistment. A report Tuesday suggested Denis McDonough would step down after the election, which is Nov. 5. A new military child development center will be built in a civilian community about 20 minutes northeast of Camp "Bull" Simons. Our guest opinion writer, a military spouse, argues that the U.S. government should allow the use of MDMA to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. By Elaine Brewer
6 weeks ago A 103-year-old WWII veteran who’s been paying his medical bills out-of-pocket is finally receiving his veterans benefits after 78 years. Load More