US military Osprey aircraft crashes off Japan's coast, killing at least 1
The coast guard received an emergency call from a fishing boat near the crash site off southern Japan, officials said. Here's what is known about the Osprey aircraft crash.
Job skills of former military include a 'mission-critical' approach to their work
As military heroes return to civilian life, many are joining the American workforce in a variety of positions — including management roles.
Navy plane overshoots runway and ends up in Hawaii bay
The scene was reminiscent of the 2009 “Miracle on the Hudson,” when a passenger jet piloted by Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger made an emergency landing on the New York river.
Alaska National Guard mission to bring Christmas cheer makes life-saving detour
Santa’s ride, an Alaska Army National Guard Black Hawk helicopter, was shuttling Santa, Mrs. Claus and volunteer elves when they got an urgent call.
US Army is overturning century-old convictions of 110 Black soldiers
In 1917, the Buffalo Soldiers, an all-Black Third Battalion in the U.S. Army U.S. Army's 24th Infantry Regiment, marched into Houston, where clashes erupted after racial provocations. Approximately 110 soldiers were later found guilty in the largest murder trial in U.S. history.
Can you read cursive? Volunteers sought to decipher Revolutionary War documents
The U.S. government is looking for people who know how to read cursive to help transcribe the pension records of more than 800,000 soldiers and their widows from the Revolutionary War.
Carnival Glory cruise ship passenger vanishes, Coast Guard searching Gulf of Mexico
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a passenger who went missing while traveling aboard the Carnival Glory cruise ship sailing in the Gulf of Mexico, officials said Tuesday.
Minnesota soldier among 5 killed in helicopter crash during training exercise
A Mankato solider was one of five that were killed in a helicopter crash during a routine training exercise.
5 Army soldiers killed in US military aircraft crash over Mediterranean Sea identified
The five U.S. Army Special Operations aviation soldiers were killed during routine flight training over the eastern Mediterranean Sea, the U.S. Department of Defense said Monday.
Mall of America's hosts special ceremony for Veterans Day
Many people recognized Veterans Day at the Mall of America on Saturday. An event at the mall included the posting of the colors and a performance by the Minnesota National Guard’s 34th Infantry Division Red Bull Band.
Mall of America Veterans Day ceremony
The Mall of America hosted a special Veterans day ceremony in its rotunda Saturday. FOX 9's Babs Santos reports.
Celebrating Veterans Day: How these organizations are helping empower our vets
This Veterans Day, LiveNow from FOX spoke with the people helping to empower veterans with resources they need to thrive. Here’s a look at what they do.
Project DYNAMO: Veterans rescue over 6,000 Americans, pets from global danger zones
The veterans have successfully rescued over 6,000 Americans and numerous animals from places like Ukraine, Sudan, areas affected by Hurricane Ian, and the Maui fires. Currently, they are involved in the rescue mission amid the conflict in Israel and Gaza, having saved over 300 people from that region.
Minnesota Korean War veteran still waits for Purple Heart medal after 70 Years
Earl Meyer remembers in vivid detail when his platoon came under heavy fire during the Korean War -- he still has shrapnel embedded in his thigh. But over 70 years later, the 96-year-old is still waiting for the U.S. Army to recognize his injury and to award him a Purple Heart medal.
Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 2 decades of service for veterans, military
Ahead of Veterans Day on Saturday, the Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 20 years of service for veterans, active service members and their families.
FOX Sports to honor Medal of Honor Recipients on NFL Sunday
Look for many tributes to America’s veterans during the NFL games this weekend. But immediately following the Vikings vs. Saints game on FOX 9, the NFL and FOX Sports will air a special halftime salute to Medal of Honor recipients during the Cowboys game against the Giants at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
FOX Sports to honor Medal of Honor recipients
The NFL and FOX Sports will air a halftime salute to Medal of Honor recipients during the Cowboys game against the Giants Sunday. FOX 9's Tim Blotz reports.
Huge TikTok following helps Twin Cities veteran improve lives
An 81-year-old Twin Cities Navy veteran plans to give away 13 electric scooters for Veterans Day this weekend — the same type of scooter he says saved his life.
Veterans Day: How you can help our homeless military men and women
As Veterans Day approaches, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is urging support for homeless military veterans.
Watch: US Dept. of Defense releases 1st ever rap song to honor veterans
The song, titled “Salute," is performed by Staff Sergeant Lamar Riddick.