Florida veterans reflect on meaning of Independence Day

From parades, to BBQ's, to fireworks shows, people all over gathered to celebrate the Fourth of July in their own way.

One veteran helps another in need through the NeighborHOPE Project

Yvonne Wells is proud to have served her country, but the Army veteran said life after the military has not been an easy road.

US, China hold 'candid, constructive' talks in Beijing, but agree on little

Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese officials for nearly six hours, but the prospects of a breakthrough in relations are slim, he said.

Army renames Louisiana base to honor Black WWI hero who received Medal of Honor

The renaming of the base is part of the military’s efforts to address historic racial injustice — work that included changing the names of nine Army posts that honored Confederate officers.

US military offering fast-track to citizenship for migrants who enlist

The military has had success in recruiting legal immigrants, particularly among those seeking a job and a quick route to becoming an American citizen.

Tampa biotech company developing non-hallucinogenic psychedelics to treat mental health disorders

A Tampa biotech company hopes to be on the verge of a mental health breakthrough with its research into psychedelic drugs. Psilera is working to develop non-hallucinogenic medications that can be used to treat a wide range of mental health disorders. 

D-Day's 79th anniversary: Normandy honors World War II veterans

World War II veterans, officials and visitors are commemorating D-Day on the beaches of Normandy to honor those who fought for freedom in the largest naval, air and land operation in history.

43 WWII veterans honored with free trip to Normandy for D-Day anniversary

This trip of a lifetime is underway for these heroic American veterans, who received quite an emotional send-off at the Atlanta airport.

WWII veterans return to Utah Beach to honor D-Day on 79th anniversary

Dozens of World War II veterans have traveled to Normandy this week to mark the 79th anniversary of D-Day, the deadly assault that led to the liberation of France and Western Europe from Nazi control.

Fort Bragg renamed Fort Liberty to remove Confederate namesake

Fort Bragg was originally named in 1918 for Gen. Braxton Bragg, a Confederate general who was known for owning slaves and losing key Civil War battles.

Memorial Day: 5 things to know about the holiday, including its controversies

Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members, but it’s come to mark the unofficial start of summer and a long weekend of discounts.

Henry Kissinger celebrates 100th birthday

In recent years, Kissinger has continued to hold sway over Washington's power brokers as an elder statesman.