Veteran injured in Iraq given new home in Lutz
After 13 years in the Army, Dustin Magner was serving in Iraq in 2009 when he was hit by a roadside bomb and lost the use of his legs.
World War II Kamikaze survivor recalls infamous Pearl Harbor attack 82 years later: 'I had a job to do'
Bill Monfort was a radio operator on a Navy destroyer on December 7, 1941.
FPL decorates Sarasota veteran’s home for Christmas
Florida Power & Light partnered with the Denis V. Cooper Foundation's "Wishes for Heroes" to help make a Sarasota veteran's Christmas extra meaningful by surprising him with his home decorated for the holiday season.
Tampa veteran injured in devastating motorcycle crash works body and mind on dance floor: 'It's a miracle'
Injured veterans are getting back into the swing of things with the help of a VA dance class.
Citrus County WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday, recalls Navy sailor stories
On Veterans Day weekend, one Citrus County veteran rang in a milestone.
Celebrating Veterans Day: How these organizations are helping empower our vets
This Veterans Day, LiveNow from FOX spoke with the people helping to empower veterans with resources they need to thrive. Here’s a look at what they do.
St. Petersburg hosts 10th Annual Veterans Day event
Dozens of people gathered in Downtown St. Pete Saturday morning for the 10th Annual Veterans Day event.
Homeless veteran walks 30 miles to find a job: 'I'm a man on a mission'
Brian Taylor walked several miles, "thinking about his life and how he could possibly get things back together," before he stumbled upon his next job in a Georgia town.
Minnesota Korean War veteran still waits for Purple Heart medal after 70 Years
Earl Meyer remembers in vivid detail when his platoon came under heavy fire during the Korean War -- he still has shrapnel embedded in his thigh. But over 70 years later, the 96-year-old is still waiting for the U.S. Army to recognize his injury and to award him a Purple Heart medal.
Artificial intelligence tackling mental health, suicide prevention among veterans
Artificial intelligence is now playing a crucial role in mental health and suicide prevention among veterans, as many come home from war and fight a different battle on the home-front.
St. Pete World War II pilot's remains return home 80 years he was shot down: 'This Veterans Day is for you'
It took 80 years, but an Army pilot from St. Petersburg finally returned home.
These states have the most veterans
Veterans account for over 6% of the population, but there are at least four states with a veteran population above 10%,.
Honoring Bay Area veterans: Viewer photos
FOX 13 is honoring our veterans. Take a look at these veterans submitted by some of our viewers.
Lakeland restaurant owner honors two World War II veterans ahead of holiday
A restaurant owner in Lakeland hopes his simple gesture touches a lot of hearts this Veterans Day.
Veterans Treatment Court celebrates 10 years in Hillsborough County
For many veterans, the fight doesn’t end once they leave the battlefield. Many of them come home struggling with the trauma of war and wind up in legal trouble.
5 ways to support veterans today (and every day)
We’ve pulled together five good ways anyone can honor Veterans Day. Most of these activities are kid-friendly, but having youngsters at home isn't a requirement: Honoring our troops is an activity fit for people of any age. Read on for more.
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How Veteran's Day came to be -- and how it's celebrated today
Every year on November 11, the United States of America pauses to celebrate and honor the brave people who have bravely served their country as part of the Armed Forces. But how did this important holiday come to be?
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Holding on to hope: Polk County couple finally meets prisoner of war to return bracelet
Donald and Donna Rogers wore bracelets on their wrists for three decades, honoring prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. Like millions of other Americans in the 1970s, they purchased bracelets with names of POW's on them to keep their memory alive.
Veterans Day: How you can help our homeless military men and women
As Veterans Day approaches, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is urging support for homeless military veterans.
Veterans Day free meals and deals being offered this year
This Veterans Day, dozens of restaurants across the country are offering free meals and discounts to say a special thank you to those who have served our country.