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Comedian Paula Poundstone performs at a USO show in Washington, D.C.

More Than Shows: Today's USO Is Working To Bridge The Divide Between Service Members And Civilians

For an organization that's still strongly associated with entertainers of the past, like Bob Hope, it's a constant challenge to stay relevant to today's…

Air Force veteran Ronald West, 70, said he leaves his hospital room several times a day to smoke outside the Tampa VA property.

The VA's New Smoking Ban Is Sparking Complaints From Some Veterans And Employees

The VA has eliminated the designated smoking areas at its hospitals, clinics, and other buildings. It's a difficult transition for some patients,…

World War II veteran Gerry Bennett, 92, plays cards with Gloria Estrello, a volunteer with the Choose Home Senior Corps program.

To Help Keep Older Veterans In Their Homes, The VA Is Pairing Them With Volunteer Companions

The VA pilot program places federally-backed volunteers in the homes of veterans to help with cooking, cleaning and other low-skill tasks. 92 year-old…

Gene Popiolek, 68, (left) visits his father Bernie, 95, at an assisted living facility outside Baltimore. Bernie, a WWII veteran, pays to live here with help from the VA's Aid and Attendance benefit.

A VA Program Can Help War Veterans Pay For Long-Term Care, But Applying For It Can Be An Ordeal

The VA Aid and Attendance benefit can help some vets and spouses pay for nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home health care. But the…

Faculty at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill undergo training March 13 to teach their classes online. The university is one of many that have discontinued in-person classes.

As Colleges Move Classes Online, Congress Is Protecting GI Bill Benefits

The VA informed student veterans they may become ineligible for GI Bill education and housing funds if their college transitions from in-person to online…

Sailor John Arkulary from Marshfield, Wis. salutes the flag aboard the hospital ship USNS Mercy in Los Angeles April 13.

The Navy's Hospital Ship In L.A. Has Few Patients, And It's Now Battling COVID-19 Among Crewmembers

The Navy hospital ship Mercy is in Los Angeles to relieve the burden on the area's medical facilities. But it’s dealing with a growing number of…

Air Force cadets sit 8 feet apart from each other during their graduation ceremony in Colorado Springs, Colo. Spectators were not allowed, and cadets didn't march on stage to receive their diplomas.

Seated 8 Feet Apart With No Audience Present, Air Force Cadets Celebrate Their Graduation

Vice President Mike Pence addressed the cadets in person, but parents and others were limited to watching the ceremony online.Speaking to a class of…

Marine Corps veteran Travis Holt has been doing his schoolwork in a makeshift office in his spare bedroom. His internet connection at home isn't great, which can make getting online assignments done difficult.

'It's Been A Nightmare': Student Veterans Face Unique Challenges With Online College Classes

The transition from classroom to virtual learning amid the COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for many student veterans, and the worries won't end…

95-year-old World War II veteran Luther Hendricks poses with some of his military honors. He was a member of the Montford Point Marines, a group of African-American troops who trained at a segregated camp in North Carolina.

A 95-year-old Veteran Remembers Fighting WWII in the Pacific - And Racism At Home

President Roosevelt opened all branches of the military to Black troops in 1941, but for African-American service members like Luther Hendricks, racism…

Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs is serving as temporary headquarters of the U.S. Space Command for at least the next six years. But several cities, including Colorado Springs, are competing to become the permanent home.

As Decision Nears, Communities Across The U.S. Compete To Host Space Command Headquarters

Communities in 26 states hope to be chosen as the headquarters for U.S. Space Command, which could employ an estimated 1,400 people.The process of…

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