New law makes it harder for veterans to get into treatment court
Bay Area attorneys say a bill that passed the House and the Senate, and is now waiting for the governor’s signature, will hurt veterans and derail their future.
VA program to help thousands of veterans learn new career after being unemployed due to COVID-19 pandemic
Eligible veterans who are unemployed because of the COVID-19 pandemic could receive a year of tuition and other financial support to learn a new career.
More than money needed to fix problems at Department of Veterans Affairs
While Congress passed reforms to reduce a backlog of veterans claims, a former VA insider told FOX 13 that, based on his experience, policies intended to improve performance in some cases backfired.
On anniversary of Korean War battle, Polk County honors legacy of Gen. Van Fleet
General James Van Fleet was in charge of American and other United Nations forces during the Battle of Kapyong, which started 70 years ago on April 23, 1951.
Bay Area Afghanistan veterans recall painful war
Almost from the moment the Twin Towers fell, Col. DJ Reyes, Sgt. John Ubaldi, and Sgt. Ryan Cobin knew they would either be needed in Afghanistan -- or they would insist on going.
Veteran receives Silver Star nearly 70 years after saving others from enemy fire
Retired Marine Corporal Salvatore Naimo ran into enemy fire to save men he didn't know. Nearly 70 years after his acts of heroism, he's being honored for his bravery.
Family remembers decorated Sarasota veteran, 'one of the greatest men alive'
Sergeant Randy McConnell earned seven Purple Hearts, two Silver Stars, a Bronze Star for Valor, and an Army Commendation Medal for Valor in Vietnam. But that's not his whole legacy.
Heroes on the water: Warrior Sailing program provides much-needed therapy for veterans
Right along Tampa Bay is a powerful program dedicated to helping wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans.
Vietnam veteran pulls through, prepares to come home after 6-month COVID-19 battle
A healthy recovery is what everyone hopes for when they're diagnosed with COVID-19. For one Bay Area veteran, it didn't come easy, but after six months in the hospital and six weeks on a ventilator, his family is now preparing to welcome him home.
After traumatic brain injury, Land 'O Lakes Air Force veteran given new home
Retired US Air Force Major Gabriel Gonzalez's sacrifice to his country includes suffering a near-deadly traumatic brain injury while serving in Iraq in 2017.
Brooksville hero gifted new home for the holidays
The organization Building Homes for Heroes was able to give a Brooksville family the gift they truly deserved this Christmas.
Veterans Affairs announces 37 centers to receive initial COVID-19 vaccines
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs released a preliminary plan for distributing COVID-19 vaccines once the Food and Drug Administration issues an emergency use authorization.
Chuck Yeager, the first man to break the sound barrier, dead at 97
The legendary pilot and retired brigadier general became the first man to fly faster than the speed of sound
Tampa man honors those who lost their lives in the attack on Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, December 7, marks a sad day in America’s history.
Veteran turns struggle with PTSD into writing career
For military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), overcoming trauma can be difficult. So can talking about it but a Bay Area veteran found an outlet in writing about his experiences.
Veterans get free Thanksgiving dinners, with a side of gratitude
"We want our fellow service members to know we have their back. We still live by the mantra that that we never leave a service member behind," one volunteer explained.
Veteran's 100th birthday made special by parade of well-wishers
Navy Veteran Vince Earl Forbes just celebrated turning 100 with a big, socially-distant party in his honor.
54 years later, fallen Plant City Vietnam soldier gets grave marker, military honor
A Plant City soldier died at the age of 22 while serving our country in Vietnam. For more than 50 years, PFC Henry Van Demps laid in an unmarked grave -- until this week, when he finally got the military honors he deserved.
War hero's memories of beating back Nazis under Patton feel fresh, 75 years after WWII
A Bay Area veteran’s rifle led to an amazing war story, earning him the Bronze Star in World War II.
Florida Amendment 6 passes with 90% of vote
Voters in Florida have approved Amendment Six, which deals with other special tax breaks our state gives to disabled veterans.