FOX 7 Care Force: The evolution of PTSD treatments for veterans
Tim Frere with the Samaritan Center joins FOX 7's Mike Warren to discuss how PTSD treatments for veterans has changed and improved over the years.
Tim Frere with the Samaritan Center joins FOX 7's Mike Warren to discuss how PTSD treatments for veterans has changed and improved over the years.
Senate clears bill to make WWII Japanese American internment camp a national historic site
The Senate passed a bill to make Amache, the site of a former WWII internment camp for Japanese Americans in Colorado a national historic site.
The Senate passed a bill to make Amache, the site of a former WWII internment camp for Japanese Americans in Colorado a national historic site.
FOX 7 Care Force: transitioning out of the military and into the workforce
Marine veteran with the University of Phoenix, Eric Ryan, joins FOX 7's Mike Warren to discuss challenges veterans face when transitioning out of the military.
Marine veteran with the University of Phoenix, Eric Ryan, joins FOX 7's Mike Warren to discuss challenges veterans face when transitioning out of the military.
How to spread Valentine's Day love to veterans and deployed service members
Show your patriotic support with these Valentine's Day card drives for active and retired service members
Show your patriotic support with these Valentine's Day card drives for active and retired service members
Pennsylvania family gifts grieving Liberty Hill family handmade flags
Little did the Freemans know, Carrie Hendershot and her family would deliver handmade flags, glossed, with the weight of plaques, in Dylan Bowen’s honor.
Little did the Freemans know, Carrie Hendershot and her family would deliver handmade flags, glossed, with the weight of plaques, in Dylan Bowen’s honor.
Texas law brings changes to Disabled Veteran license plates in 2022
Due to a new Texas law, effective January 1, Texans with Disabled Veteran license plates who wish to park in spaces reserved for people with disabilities will need a plate or placard featuring the International Symbol of Access but must meet certain criteria to be eligible.
Due to a new Texas law, effective January 1, Texans with Disabled Veteran license plates who wish to park in spaces reserved for people with disabilities will need a plate or placard featuring the International Symbol of Access but must meet certain criteria to be eligible.
Arnold Schwarzenegger donates $250K for tiny homes for homeless veterans in LA ahead of Christmas
Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger donated $250,000 of his own money to create new tiny homes for homeless veterans in West Los Angeles ahead of Christmas.
Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger donated $250,000 of his own money to create new tiny homes for homeless veterans in West Los Angeles ahead of Christmas.
Wreaths Across America lay nearly 260,000 wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery
An annual holiday tradition is back in full swing to honor veterans.
An annual holiday tradition is back in full swing to honor veterans.
FOX 7 Care Force: Restore program helps vets with PTS
Dr. Valerie Rosen joins Mike Warren to discuss a local program helping veterans with PTS through a virtual, arts-focused approach.
Dr. Valerie Rosen joins Mike Warren to discuss a local program helping veterans with PTS through a virtual, arts-focused approach.
UT Austin's Dell Med opens center to study psychedelic treatments
UT Austin's Dell Medical School launched a center committed to researching the positive effects of psychedelic therapies on those suffering from PTSD, depression and anxiety.
UT Austin's Dell Medical School launched a center committed to researching the positive effects of psychedelic therapies on those suffering from PTSD, depression and anxiety.
Study finds sexual assault in military leads to depression, other issues in new moms
About 1 in 4 female veterans experience sexual assault or harassment while serving in the military, in comparison to about 1 in 5 woman in the U.S. overall.
About 1 in 4 female veterans experience sexual assault or harassment while serving in the military, in comparison to about 1 in 5 woman in the U.S. overall.
Taylor woman receives "Hidden Heroes" gift from Elizabeth Dole Foundation
Ever since her husband was injured by a bomb in the Middle East in 2009, Tara Plybon has been his full-time caregiver.
Ever since her husband was injured by a bomb in the Middle East in 2009, Tara Plybon has been his full-time caregiver.
Pay special attention to veterans and their mental health during the holidays, doctor says
A U.S. veteran shared his struggle with mental health after losing both legs while serving in Afghanistan. His hope is that his story will help other veterans who might be struggling during the holidays.
A U.S. veteran shared his struggle with mental health after losing both legs while serving in Afghanistan. His hope is that his story will help other veterans who might be struggling during the holidays.
FOX 7 Care Force: How veterans organizations are trying to stay relevant
Mike Warren talks to leaders of two large veterans organizations to find out what they are doing to stay relevant since they are losing members due to old age.
Mike Warren talks to leaders of two large veterans organizations to find out what they are doing to stay relevant since they are losing members due to old age.
Biden signs 4 bills aimed at supporting veterans and their families
President Joe Biden signed four bills into law that aim to assist U.S. veterans and their families, including additional funding and support for maternity care.
President Joe Biden signed four bills into law that aim to assist U.S. veterans and their families, including additional funding and support for maternity care.
Thousands of military families struggle to put food on the table
As many as 160,000 active-duty military members are having trouble feeding their families, yet an obscure federal rule prevents thousands from receiving food stamps: "It's a shocking truth that's known to many food banks across the United States. This should be the cause of deep embarrassment."
As many as 160,000 active-duty military members are having trouble feeding their families, yet an obscure federal rule prevents thousands from receiving food stamps: "It's a shocking truth that's known to many food banks across the United States. This should be the cause of deep embarrassment."
City of Kyle holds its 2021 Veterans Day parade
The City of Kyle partnered with VFW Post 12058 and AMVETS to host a Veterans Day parade and commemoration event to honor local veterans.
The City of Kyle partnered with VFW Post 12058 and AMVETS to host a Veterans Day parade and commemoration event to honor local veterans.
What is Austin doing for homeless veterans?
Recent data does show the number of homeless veterans in the Austin area has improved in recent years. In 2011, veterans accounted for over 14% of the homeless population in Austin. Now, they account for less than 3%.
Recent data does show the number of homeless veterans in the Austin area has improved in recent years. In 2011, veterans accounted for over 14% of the homeless population in Austin. Now, they account for less than 3%.
UT Austin named best Texas school for veterans
UT Austin currently serves around 475 military veterans, and close to 1,300 students are spouses or children of current or former military members.
UT Austin currently serves around 475 military veterans, and close to 1,300 students are spouses or children of current or former military members.
Veterans honored during ceremony in Georgetown for Veterans Day
The ceremony included a special recognition for those who wore a uniform during the 19-year-long War on Terror and for 13 service members who died during the evacuation in Afghanistan.
The ceremony included a special recognition for those who wore a uniform during the 19-year-long War on Terror and for 13 service members who died during the evacuation in Afghanistan.