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Politics July 18, 2024

WWII veteran receives standing ovation, 'USA' chants after moving speech

WWII veteran Sgt. William Pekrul gives emotional speech on the third night of the Republican National Convention, which was themed 'Make America Strong Once Again'

LIFESTYLE July 15, 2024

Marine veteran amputee forms rock band to perform for patriots around America

After being struck with an IED and becoming a triple amputee, a veteran from California turned to music during his recovery and is now a drummer in a band of veterans.

US July 12, 2024

Gold Star dad recalls knock at his door that 'changed everything'

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital interviewed Jim McCollum, the Gold Star father of Rylee McCollum, who died on Aug. 26, 2021 while serving his country in Afghanistan.

VIDEO July 9, 2024

Gold Star father of slain Marine shares what freedom means to him: 'Taken on a whole new meaning'

Jim McCollum, father of Marine Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, shares what 'freedom isn't free' means to him after his son's death in Afghanistan.

US July 9, 2024

US Marine Sgt. Nicole M. Gee, killed in Afghanistan, 'loved her job': 'Willing to take that risk'

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital spoke with Cheryl Juels, the Gold Star aunt of Nicole M. Gee, who died on Aug. 26, 2021, while serving her country in Afghanistan.

LIFESTYLE July 8, 2024

On this day in history, July 8, 1918, American Red Cross driver Ernest Hemingway is wounded in World War I

Novelist Ernest Hemingway, at just 18 years old, was wounded on the Italian front while driving an ambulance for the American Red Cross on this day in history, July 8, 1918.

VIDEO July 7, 2024

'Dive for Freedom' takes veterans to swim with sharks

Blue Line Moving owner John Rourke and Wounded Veterans Relief Fund Executive Director Michael Durkee discuss 'Dive for Freedom,' which takes veterans on dives with sharks for Independence Day.

POLITICS July 6, 2024

Veterans respond to Biden claiming he's been 'in and out of battles': 'Don't make it about you'

After Biden's gaffe at the White House Fourth of July barbecue for military service members, one veterans' group called the remark a "disappointment."

VIDEO July 4, 2024

Joe Biden needs to retake 'basic political 101': Doug Collins

Iraq war veteran and former Rep. Doug Collins on how Biden's debate performance has impacted his campaign and party reputation, and how he plans to celebrate Independence Day.

LIFESTYLE July 1, 2024

Fourth of July fireworks: 4 tips to help veterans and other PTSD sufferers enjoy the holiday

While Independence Day fireworks are a celebratory tradition, many Americans with PTSD could have a hard time with the sudden, loud noises and flashes. Experts share their tips on how to cope.

VIDEO June 30, 2024

Wife of disabled veteran slams Virginia bill that slashes education benefits: How 'un-American'

VMSDEP Task Force member Kayla Owen and gold star wife Donna Lewis share their perspective on the battle in Virginia to protect veteran education benefits.