Celebrating 250 years: The U.S. Navy, founded on October 13, 1775
The United States Navy is celebrating 250 years of service, sacrifice, and tradition, commemorating its founding on October 13, 1775.
Trump orders Pentagon to use available funds to pay troops amid government shutdown
President Donald Trump said he has ordered the Defense Department to use all available funds to ensure U.S. troops are paid on October 15 despite the ongoing government shutdown.
Canadians save San Francisco Fleet Week during federal shutdown
The Navy's Blue Angels are not performing their death-defying stunts during San Francisco's Fleet Week because of the federal shutdown. And so, the Canadian Snowbirds are being brought in to save the day.
Military families turn to food pantries as government shut down continues
Food pantries near U.S. military bases are seeing an increase in families seeking assistance.
Non-military Fleet Week events still scheduled amid shutdown
The federal government's shutdown has curtailed the military's participation in San Francisco's Fleet Week, but that doesn't mean the event is being canceled entirely.
Once again, President Trump threatens military action in San Francisco
Once again, President Trump on Tuesday threatened to send the military into American cities, including San Francisco.
U.S. military service members aren’t paid during government shutdown; most VA services not impacted
During a government shutdown, members of the United States military, including active duty, National Guard, and reserve members, are not paid but must continue to report for duty to carry out their assigned responsibilities. Members of the Coast Guard are also not paid during the shutdown.
Hegseth's military leaders meeting: Trump will attend, reportedly speak
President Donald Trump will reportedly now be speaking at Hegseth’s called meeting of top military leaders this week.
Hegseth summons hundreds of generals, admirals for urgent meeting
The directive doesn't offer a reason for the gathering Tuesday of senior commanders of the one-star rank or higher and their top advisers.
Air Force's new nuclear-capable bomber takes flight as Pentagon races against China
The Air Force is testing America's first new long-range bomber in more than three decades.
Fighter jet formation to fly over 7 Ohio high school football games in 15 minutes
The flyover is a gesture to recognize seven Purple Star high schools, which provide extra support for military-connected students and their families.
West Point ceremony celebrating Tom Hanks canceled
An alumni association for graduates of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point has canceled an awards ceremony celebrating actor Tom Hanks.
NY Times defends report about failed SEAL Team 6 mission into North Korea
The New York Times on Friday reported details of what it says was a deadly failed raid into North Korea by a U.S. Special Operations team during President Trump’s first term back in 2019.
Trump order aims to bring back ‘Department of War’
President Donald Trump signed an an executive order Friday directing the Pentagon to use the historic name “Department of War," though Congress alone has the power to make the change official.
Trump to sign order renaming DOD to 'Department of War'
The U.S. employed the Department of War title for its military agency up until 1949 when it was renamed the Department of Defense.
US offers military funeral honors to Jan. 6 rioter, Air Force vet Ashli Babbitt
Ashli Babbit was shot dead as she tried to climb through the window of a door near a lobby inside the U.S. Capitol in 2021.
4 soldiers charged with sexual assault in JBLM barracks
Four Joint Base Lewis-McChord soldiers have been charged in connection with a sexual assault that occurred at the base last year.
DOJ: US Navy sailor sold military secrets to China for $12,000
A U.S. Navy sailor based in San Diego has been convicted of espionage and export violations for selling ship details and other sensitive military secrets to a Chinese intelligence officer, prosecutors said.
America's last living WWII ace pilot dies at age 103
Donald McPherson, a Nebraska farmer and World War II fighter ace credited with shooting down five Japanese planes, has died at age 103. He was the last surviving U.S. ace of the war.
Black Men United prepare if National Guard comes to Oakland
Some East Bay community leaders oppose the possible deployment of the National Guard in Oakland, as they say they're concerned that a military presence on city streets could bring problems.