U.S. military service members aren’t paid during government shutdown; most VA services not impacted

During a government shutdown, members of the United States military, including active duty, National Guard, and reserve members, are not paid but must continue to report for duty to carry out their assigned responsibilities.  Members of the Coast Guard are also not paid during the shutdown. 

City of Hutto unveils veteran memorial wall

It's a project that was several years in the making, and now the City of Hutto has a permanent way to honor its veterans, both past and present.

Hegseth summons hundreds of generals, admirals for urgent meeting

The directive doesn't offer a reason for the gathering Tuesday of senior commanders of the one-star rank or higher and their top advisers.

US Army issues new appearance, uniform standards

The U.S. Army has introduced a new policy updating its grooming, appearance, and uniform standards following a comprehensive review.

Fighter jet formation to fly over 7 Ohio high school football games in 15 minutes

The flyover is a gesture to recognize seven Purple Star high schools, which provide extra support for military-connected students and their families.

Naval Academy on lockdown after shots fired on campus: reports

The Naval Academy in Annapolis went on lockdown after shots were reportedly fired on the campus Thursday afternoon. 

NY Times defends report about failed SEAL Team 6 mission into North Korea

The New York Times on Friday reported details of what it says was a deadly failed raid into North Korea by a U.S. Special Operations team during President Trump’s first term back in 2019.

Trump order aims to bring back ‘Department of War’

President Donald Trump signed an an executive order Friday directing the Pentagon to use the historic name “Department of War," though Congress alone has the power to make the change official.

Trump to sign order renaming DOD to 'Department of War'

The U.S. employed the Department of War title for its military agency up until 1949 when it was renamed the Department of Defense.

U.S. Navy strikes ship in Caribbean
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Tensions continue to build between the U.S. and Venezuela. President Trump says the U.S. Navy conducted a strike on a ship carrying illegal drugs through the Caribbean - and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warns it may not be the last. FOX's Lucas Tomlinson has more.

China’s military parade shows off new missiles, drones

China displayed its military strength in a parade on the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII. Here are some photos from the massive event.

U.S. sends more warships near Venezuela
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As part of its efforts to crackdown on drug cartels, the u-s is sending more warships to waters off Venezuela. It's president says his country is at quote, "maximum preparedness." FOX's Madeleine Rivera has more.

Medical marijuana expansion in Texas starts Sept. 1; hemp bills remain stalled

More than 700 new Texas laws will go into effect on September 1. Among them is House Bill 46, which expands the medical marijuana program known as TCUP.

4 soldiers charged with sexual assault in JBLM barracks

Four Joint Base Lewis-McChord soldiers have been charged in connection with a sexual assault that occurred at the base last year.