San Francisco to New York City: Man runs thousands of miles for Veterans
Nels Matson of Florida is gearing up for a cross-country trek, from San Francisco to New York City, to attempt a world record run across America, which may remind you of the iconic movie "Forrest Gump."
Nels Matson of Florida is gearing up for a cross-country trek, from San Francisco to New York City, to attempt a world record run across America, which may remind you of the iconic movie "Forrest Gump."
Man running from San Francisco to New York City to support Veterans
Nels Matson of Florida is gearing up for a cross-country trek, from San Francisco to New York City, to attempt a world record run across America, which may remind you of the iconic movie Forest Gump.
Nels Matson of Florida is gearing up for a cross-country trek, from San Francisco to New York City, to attempt a world record run across America, which may remind you of the iconic movie Forest Gump.
Report ranks US states that 'care' the most about veterans
According to Pew Research Center, there are more than 18 million living veterans in the United States, representing about 6% of the country’s adult population.
According to Pew Research Center, there are more than 18 million living veterans in the United States, representing about 6% of the country’s adult population.
FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD
Federal health officials have declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD.
Federal health officials have declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD.
Clearwater WWII veteran celebrates 106th birthday with 5 generations of his family
A Clearwater WWII veteran celebrated his 106th birthday on Saturday. Five generations of his family gathered at a Largo home to reflect on his fondest memories.
A Clearwater WWII veteran celebrated his 106th birthday on Saturday. Five generations of his family gathered at a Largo home to reflect on his fondest memories.
Milwaukee World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20.
A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20.
Innovative prosthetic limb surgery piloted at San Francisco VA medical center
April is Limb Loss Awareness Month. A first-ever two-part procedure known as osseointegration was piloted at the Veteran’s Affairs Health Care System in San Francisco.
April is Limb Loss Awareness Month. A first-ever two-part procedure known as osseointegration was piloted at the Veteran’s Affairs Health Care System in San Francisco.
Pearl Harbor’s last USS Arizona battleship survivor dies at 102
Lou Conter died in his California home on Monday from congestive heart failure, his daughter, Louann Daley, said.
Lou Conter died in his California home on Monday from congestive heart failure, his daughter, Louann Daley, said.
Celebrations seen throughout Bay Area in honor of Veterans
Several Bay Area communities recognized the sacrifices of America’s servicemembers on Veterans Day.
Several Bay Area communities recognized the sacrifices of America’s servicemembers on Veterans Day.
Volunteers help rehab Korean War vet's Santa Clara house
South Bay volunteers come together to help rehab a Korean War vet's Santa Clara home that's in disrepair.
South Bay volunteers come together to help rehab a Korean War vet's Santa Clara home that's in disrepair.
Bud Light announces $3M scholarship pledge to America's fallen or disabled first responders
The beer brand on Tuesday announced its commitment of $3 million in academic scholarships for the families of fallen or disabled first responders.
The beer brand on Tuesday announced its commitment of $3 million in academic scholarships for the families of fallen or disabled first responders.
Missing Navy veteran found, now receiving VA care
Kevin Coslett, a missing Navy veteran who suffers from mental illness, has been found.
Kevin Coslett, a missing Navy veteran who suffers from mental illness, has been found.
Firefighter and marine veteran to walk 700 miles to raise awareness about suicide prevention
Firefighter and Marine veteran will walk 700 miles to raise awareness about suicide prevention
Firefighter and Marine veteran will walk 700 miles to raise awareness about suicide prevention
Veteran advocates urge vets to take advantage of PACT Act
A critical deadline is approaching for veterans exposed to harmful chemicals.
A critical deadline is approaching for veterans exposed to harmful chemicals.
Equine therapy: Horses help veterans with PTSD
Tuesday was family day for veterans and their families at Oakland's City Stables. Horses can be valuable therapy when it comes to processing post traumatic stress disorder.
Tuesday was family day for veterans and their families at Oakland's City Stables. Horses can be valuable therapy when it comes to processing post traumatic stress disorder.
Vietnam War pilot's return to home after 54 years
A missing Vietnam veteran was interred in his final resting place, having been missing for more than a half-century. His 90-year-old wife and their adult children welcomed him home at SFO Thursday and bid farewell Friday in a place of honor.
A missing Vietnam veteran was interred in his final resting place, having been missing for more than a half-century. His 90-year-old wife and their adult children welcomed him home at SFO Thursday and bid farewell Friday in a place of honor.
Giving thanks: veterans at Stanford reflect on Pat Tillman's legacy
November is a month of giving thanks, and this year, three students at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business said they are grateful to Bay Area Army Ranger Pat Tillman
November is a month of giving thanks, and this year, three students at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business said they are grateful to Bay Area Army Ranger Pat Tillman
African American veterans honored in exhibit aboard USS Hornet on Veterans Day
The African Americans in the military exhibit aboard the USS Hornet in Alameda was prominently featured as part of Veterans Day events.
The African Americans in the military exhibit aboard the USS Hornet in Alameda was prominently featured as part of Veterans Day events.
Pets and Vets program fosters and trains rescue dogs to change veterans’ lives
Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation in Walnut Creek is looking for foster families to take on rescue dog candidates for the Pets and Vets program that helps veterans suffering from PTSD.
Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation in Walnut Creek is looking for foster families to take on rescue dog candidates for the Pets and Vets program that helps veterans suffering from PTSD.
10 years pass since Santa Clara police cadet was killed serving in Afghanistan
On Tuesday, special tribute was held for a Santa Clara police cadet explorer who was deployed to Afghanistan and never returned. Tuesday marks 10 years since 21-year-old Sean Walsh was killed while serving in Operation Enduring Freedom.
On Tuesday, special tribute was held for a Santa Clara police cadet explorer who was deployed to Afghanistan and never returned. Tuesday marks 10 years since 21-year-old Sean Walsh was killed while serving in Operation Enduring Freedom.