Veterans Issues

Carnival Cruise Lines is paying tribute to veterans in their six home port cities, including Tampa Bay. The company hosted a special event for 60 Tampa Bay area veterans, featuring lunch and a commemorative ceremony on board.

As Veterans Day approaches, FOX is once again partnering with U.S. Vets, an organization dedicated to aiding homeless veterans and ending veteran homelessness. U.S. Vets operates in multiple locations across the country, with three facilities in Houston.

President Biden touted one year anniversary of the PACT Act. It's a law that expands VA health care and benefits for veterans who were exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. FOX's Madeleine Rivera explains why the measure is personal for the president.

President Biden touted one year anniversary of the PACT Act. It's a law that expands VA health care and benefits for veterans who were exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. FOX's Madeleine Rivera explains why the measure is personal for the president.

U.S. army veteran Steve Kennard receives new roof as part of Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project.

This Memorial Day weekend volunteers are honoring those who've made the ultimate sacrifice by helping educate how to properly observe Memorial Day. The group 'Carry the Load' was in Houston at the Houston National Cemetery.

For many Americans, the long Memorial Day weekend is full of rest and relaxation, but veteran groups around the country home the excitement for the unofficial start of summer doesn't distract people from the importance and true meaning behind the holiday.

As we approach Memorial Day, we're introducing you to a man who has dedicated his life to collecting and preserving war memorabilia, especially medals. The effort weighed heavily on his heart, once he learned not everyone cared about medals as he does. FOX's Mark Wilson reports all it took was one special connection to restore his patriotic faith.

FOX 26's Matthew Seedorff got the chance to speak with two World War II vets, who also happen to be friendly neighbors, on their experience serving and they also share their appreciation for being honored by the Houston Astros during Game 2 of the ALCS.