25 homeless veterans to receive housing through Operation Reveille
Operation Reveille provides an apartment for homeless veterans. Using federal dollars, the initiative is providing housing for 25 homeless vets in Hillsborough County.
Dog tags saved after Pearl Harbor found, returned to veteran's son in Pinellas County
A father who served at Pearl Harbor seems to have reached through time to make a special connection with his son in Pinellas County. The story spans an ocean and nearly 80 years.
Veterans Open Mic Night offers a voice to veterans and their supporters
When most people hear the term "open mic" they may think of an amateur comedian or singer testing out their talents in front of an audience for the first time. But once a month in Tampa, a special open mic night gives veterans a space to share their stories.
American submarine sunk with 80 aboard during WWII discovered off coast of Japan
The USS Grayback, a United States submarine that was sunk in 1944 in an enemy attack during World War II, was lost to the ocean floor for 75 years until its recent discovery off the coast of Okinawa, Japan by the Lost 52 Project.
Florida National Cemetery hosts annual Veterans Day ceremony
One of Florida’s biggest Veterans Day ceremonies took place in Sumter County.
D-Day hero surprised by friends, family with party on 95th birthday
Hubert Miller was 19 when he stormed the beaches of Normandy to help liberate German-occupied France along with thousands of other Allied soldiers.
Action Zone helps veterans succeed in business
Dr. Carlos Garcia made a career of serving others. After serving in the marines, he became a psychologist and opened his own practice with the help of Action Zone.
Alabama deputies help veteran with disability who was trying to see doctor 100 miles away, officials say
Deputies in Alabama pitched in last week to help a veteran with a disability get to an appointment with a doctor who was nearly 100 miles away, officials said.
Missing airman identified as recovery efforts continue in Gulf of Mexico
An airman who is presumed dead after an unplanned parachute jump from a C-130 aircraft off Florida's Panhandle has been identified.
Hundreds turn out for Veterans Day parade in Ruskin
The Tampa Bay area kicked off Veterans Day weekend in Ruskin with their annual parade.
World War II veteran receives high school diploma at the age of 95
A World War II veteran received his high school diploma at the age of 95 -- more than 70 years after he left school and joined the Marine Corps.
Coast Guard suspends search for missing airman who fell into Gulf of Mexico from C-130 aircraft
The U.S. Coast Guard announced late Friday it had suspended its search for an airman who fell into the Gulf of Mexico from a C-130 aircraft.
Veteran who served in four military branches reflects on his career: 'I'm a lucky guy'
Yonel Dorelis considers himself one of the luckiest guys in the world.
WWII pilot celebrates 100th birthday in Bradenton
Retired Air Force Colonel Jack Koser enlisted in 1940 and served his country for almost 30 years. This week, he celebrated his 100th birthday at home in Bradenton.
Court-run treatment program helping veterans beat addiction
Hillsborough County Judge Michael Scionti said it best: recovery begins for Veterans Treatment Court graduates after they leave the courtroom.
Just in time for Veterans Day, Tampa second-grader gets surprise
Second-grader Coral Pena got the surprise of a lifetime on Friday when her father, an active-duty Army service member, unexpectedly appeared at her school after more than a year away from home.
'Band of brothers': Guards keep eternal watch over Tomb of the Unknowns for those who made ultimate sacrifice
Tomb guards maintain a constant vigil day and night, in rain, sleet and snow, to ensure the Unknowns will forever rest with dignity and honor.
Five active-duty military members become naturalized citizens
At a naturalization ceremony in Tampa Thursday, 65 people from 23 countries - like Kenya, Vietnam, Iraq, Germany, and Columbia - stood united, new citizens of one.
Fox Nation Patriot Awards, held in St. Pete, honors everyday heroes
The FOX Nation Patriot Awards was held at St. Petersburg's Mahaffey Theater, honoring veterans, first responders, and everyday people who make a difference in their communities -- including one of Tampa's finest.
Air Force airman missing after fall into Gulf of Mexico from C-130 aircraft
A U.S. Air Force airman went missing Tuesday after falling from a C-130 aircraft into the Gulf of Mexico off the Florida coast, according to reports.