Programs give veterans financial bootcamp
FOX 26's Heather Sullivan talks with an Army veteran who is working towards buying her first home with the help of two non-profits Money Management International and Soldier On, that provide them with financial education.
Houston honors veterans with Veterans Day parade
Houston residents wore red, white, and blue as they lined the streets of downtown Houston to honor and celebrate veterans on Veterans Day.
FULL VIDEO: Army veteran discusses hope of buying her first home
FOX 26's Heather Sullivan talks with Gwen Cook, an army veteran working toward buying her first home with the help of two non-profits, Money Management International and Soldier On, that helps veterans with resources such as housing and provides them with a boot camp in financial education.
Houston honors those who served with Veterans Day ceremony, parade
The City of Houston honored those who have served our country with a celebration this Veterans Day.
'Make Camo Your Cause': How you can help this Veterans Day and beyond
FOX 26 is teaming up with U.S. Vets to encourage everyone to “Make Camo Your Cause." Here's how you can help with the campaign to end veteran homelessness.
FTC warns donors to watch out for veterans' charity scams
How to ensure donations to veterans' charities go to help service members.
Pentagon lays out new food, housing programs for troops
The Pentagon announced a number of new programs Thursday that are aimed at helping service members who are struggling with housing shortages and steep food and living expenses as they move from base to base.
Pregnant veteran who desperately needed costly medication has safely given birth.
Lonnie McCaskill-Thomas, who we first spoke to in August had to go on blood thinners before giving birth to her fourth child. Her doctors recommended a new medication, calling it a life or death situation but was not covered by her VA health insurance.
Houston honors heroes who served in Vietnam with new monument
Hundreds of local fallen heroes will be honored with a new monument at Veterans Memorial Park.
Brazoria County US Army veteran admits to threatening Veteran Affairs facilities for a year
Mark Williams Jr., 33, admitted on June 21, 2022, that he made various threats, including death threats, to veteran affairs clinics in the U.S. for a year.
Houston Millennials, VFW plant American flags ahead of Memorial Day
Houston Millennials' Community Service says this is a project that is close to their heart. This is the group's third year to do so in honor of the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country.
Popular motorcycle club teams up with Rodeo Houston to honor military
The Deacons of Deadwood will be rolling-in to Downtown Houston this weekend as they partner with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to honor our men and women in the military.
Texas law brings changes to Disabled Veteran license plates in 2022
Due to a new Texas law, effective January 1, Texans with Disabled Veteran license plates who wish to park in spaces reserved for people with disabilities will need a plate or placard featuring the International Symbol of Access but must meet certain criteria to be eligible.
Program helps veterans find new career paths
With nearly 200,000 service members leaving the military each year, often unsure of their next steps, The American Corporate Partners Program is here to help.
Credit Counseling Agency offers veterans free help to get out of debt
More than 90% of veterans report being in debt, according to credit counseling agency Money Management International.
U.S. VETS combating homeless veteran crisis
All this week, FOX is teaming up with U.S. VETS for the Make Camo Your Cause campaign. The nonprofit organization helps veterans in need rebuild their lives and get back on their feet.
'I feel anger, sadness, concern,' says a Houston father whose son died in Afghanistan
A Houston father, whose son tragically died in Afghanistan, is speaking out on concerns he has following the turmoil in the country.
Residents place flags for fallen veterans on Memorial Day
Loved ones gathered at Houston National Cemetery Sunday to place flags for fallen veterans. Each attendee placed a U.S. flag at the headstone of each grave.
Memorial Day 2021: The origin of America’s commemoration of its fallen troops
It’s a tradition that has evolved over the years. From Decoration Day to the Memorial Day we know today, here’s a look at the American holiday’s origins.
VA program to help thousands of veterans learn new career after being unemployed due to COVID-19 pandemic
Eligible veterans who are unemployed because of the COVID-19 pandemic could receive a year of tuition and other financial support to learn a new career.