Brother and sister charged after an explosive device was found outside MacDill Air Force Base
A Florida man accused of planting an explosive device outside MacDill Air Force Base has fled to China, while his sister is now in custody after both were charged in connection with the incident, federal officials announced Thursday.
A Florida man accused of planting an explosive device outside MacDill Air Force Base has fled to China, while his sister is now in custody after both were charged in connection with the incident, federal officials announced Thursday.
Army raises enlistment age to 42, drops marijuana conviction rule
The United States Army has updated several rule changes for their enlistment qualifications, including the maximum age requirement as well as eliminating a marijuana conviction that impacted some potential recruits.
The United States Army has updated several rule changes for their enlistment qualifications, including the maximum age requirement as well as eliminating a marijuana conviction that impacted some potential recruits.
Army to test first-ever pilot optional Black Hawk helicopter amid major tech shift
The U.S. Army has taken a major step toward autonomous aviation after receiving its first Black Hawk helicopter capable of flying with or without a pilot onboard, the War Department has announced.
The U.S. Army has taken a major step toward autonomous aviation after receiving its first Black Hawk helicopter capable of flying with or without a pilot onboard, the War Department has announced.
Tampa Bay federal agent, Marine veteran honored as community hero after surviving shooting
Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.
Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.
Thousands of more US troops to deploy to Middle East: Report
Thousands of soldiers from the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, are expected to deploy to the Middle East, according to a Reuters report.
Thousands of soldiers from the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, are expected to deploy to the Middle East, according to a Reuters report.
VA providing $112M in grants for veteran suicide prevention programs across the country
The latest Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) suicide report shows that in 2023, 6,398 Veterans died by suicide, an average of 17 a day. And while there were slightly fewer deaths, the report reinforces the need for continued support and prevention efforts.
The latest Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) suicide report shows that in 2023, 6,398 Veterans died by suicide, an average of 17 a day. And while there were slightly fewer deaths, the report reinforces the need for continued support and prevention efforts.
Live updates: Trump says US will bomb Iran's power plants if Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened
President Trump has warned that the U.S. will “obliterate" Iran’s power plants if it doesn’t fully open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours.
President Trump has warned that the U.S. will “obliterate" Iran’s power plants if it doesn’t fully open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours.
Flight path in Ohio salutes 3 fallen service members in Iran war
A special, saluting flight path in Ohio paid tribute to three service members of the Ohio Air National Guard that were killed in the Iran war earlier this month.
A special, saluting flight path in Ohio paid tribute to three service members of the Ohio Air National Guard that were killed in the Iran war earlier this month.
Fallen Polk County Maj. Cody Khork scholarship raises $75K in days at Florida Southern College
A scholarship created in the name of a fallen Army Major has received overwhelming support within days of its formal launch.
A scholarship created in the name of a fallen Army Major has received overwhelming support within days of its formal launch.
DOJ: Final family member sentenced in $1.1M VA disability fraud scheme
The Department of Justice (DOJ) says the last member of a family that operated a years-long Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability scheme has been sentenced to prison. The VA Office of the Inspector General (VA-OIG) says the scheme stole more than $1.1 million in VA funds.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) says the last member of a family that operated a years-long Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability scheme has been sentenced to prison. The VA Office of the Inspector General (VA-OIG) says the scheme stole more than $1.1 million in VA funds.
Inside CENTCOM: MacDill Air Force Base is center of U.S. military operations in Middle East
As military bases around the country ramp up security, experts say MacDill Air Force Base plays a vital role in U.S. military operations.
As military bases around the country ramp up security, experts say MacDill Air Force Base plays a vital role in U.S. military operations.
Thousands of US troops could be deployed for Iran war, Reuters reports
The Trump administration is weighing whether to send thousands more U.S. troops to the Middle East to bolster the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
The Trump administration is weighing whether to send thousands more U.S. troops to the Middle East to bolster the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
Tampa's 'Red Star Foundation' launches to support families after veteran suicide
While the "Gold Star" symbol is a well-known mark of sacrifice for those killed in action, a new organization launched in Tampa recently to shine a light on a different, often silent, tragedy.
While the "Gold Star" symbol is a well-known mark of sacrifice for those killed in action, a new organization launched in Tampa recently to shine a light on a different, often silent, tragedy.
Polk County honors fallen Army Maj. Cody Khork as remains return to Lakeland airport
A Bay Area hero who lost his life while serving in the Middle East is now back home in Polk County.
A Bay Area hero who lost his life while serving in the Middle East is now back home in Polk County.
MacDill Air Force Base reopens after shelter in place issued for security threat
MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa has reopened after issuing a shelter in place warning for a threat that was made to the base, according to officials.
MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa has reopened after issuing a shelter in place warning for a threat that was made to the base, according to officials.
President Trump attends dignified transfer for 6 U.S. Airmen killed in refueling plane crash
President Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware Wednesday for the dignified transfer of the six U.S. service members who died in a plane crash while supporting the U.S-Israeli war against Iran.
President Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware Wednesday for the dignified transfer of the six U.S. service members who died in a plane crash while supporting the U.S-Israeli war against Iran.
Iranian regime appears 'intact but largely degraded,' Gabbard tells Congress
Tulsi Gabbard, director of national intelligence, told the Senate Intelligence Committee that the Iranian regime "appears to be intact but largely degraded."
Tulsi Gabbard, director of national intelligence, told the Senate Intelligence Committee that the Iranian regime "appears to be intact but largely degraded."
What is the Jones Act? Trump may waive shipping law during Iran war
The Trump administration is weighing whether to suspend maritime shipping laws as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues to disrupt energy markets and supply chains.
The Trump administration is weighing whether to suspend maritime shipping laws as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues to disrupt energy markets and supply chains.
Shooting at Holloman Air Force Base leaves 1 person dead, another injured
A shooting at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico has left one person dead and another injured, according to military officials.
A shooting at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico has left one person dead and another injured, according to military officials.
Major Cody Khork to return home to Polk County Wednesday, community prepares to honor fallen soldier
A solemn homecoming is planned for Wednesday, March 18, for U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody A. Khork, 35, the Polk County servicemember killed in the line of duty while serving in the Middle East.
A solemn homecoming is planned for Wednesday, March 18, for U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody A. Khork, 35, the Polk County servicemember killed in the line of duty while serving in the Middle East.