VA says it lacks adequate medical gear for 2nd virus wave
The Veterans Affairs Department stated they would need a six-month supply in order to battle a potential second wave of the COVID-19 virus. They only have a 30-day supply.
WWII hero from League City reminds us to always remember
June 6th marks 76 years since D-Day. League City resident Harold Bradley arrived on the Normandy shore days later with the 740th Tank Battallion. He went on to earn the Silver Star and Purple Heart during the Battle of the Bulge. His story was recently written by a surprising author.
Trump honors fallen soldiers during Memorial Day events in Maryland and Virginia
President Donald Trump has honored America’s fallen service members as he commemorates Memorial Day in the midst of a pandemic.
United States Air Force Band honors fallen service members with powerful tribute
The United States Air Force Band paid tribute to fallen service members with a powerful video.
Efforts to honor America's fallen soldiers continues despite COVID-19
Sunday morning, 71-year-old Vietnam War veteran Paul Michael Washington took time to fix a loose flag leading up to the Hemicycle at the Houston National Cemetery.
WWII veteran's home ravaged by Harvey gets repaired
Life is getting a bit easier today for a World War Two veteran. He’s been living in a condemned house since his home flooded in Harvey but now his house in Texas City is home again.
Paralyzed U.S. veteran needs help making home wheelchair accessible
62-year-old Army Veteran has been hospitalized for almost 3 years but can't go home due to his wheelchair. The veteran needs help making his new home wheelchair accessible.
Trump joins World War II veterans at V-E Day ceremony
World War II veterans joined President Donald Trump at a wreath-laying ceremony Friday to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe.
VA defends use of unproven drug on veterans for coronavirus
Major veterans organizations are calling on VA to explain under what circumstances VA doctors initiate discussion of hydroxychloroquine with veterans as a treatment option.
Helping homeless veterans amid COVID-19 outbreak
A local organization is continuing to help house homeless veterans with less staff on the ground and resources.
Houston VA Hospital begins screening visitors for coronavirus
If you have flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath, call the hospital at 713-794-8985 before visiting.
HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? Veteran disappears from League City home without a trace
“He didn’t take anything with him,” said his mother. “I love him. I just want to know if he’s okay.” Both parents say it’s unusual for Aaron Balaban to leave without warning.
Gary Sinise honored with Patriot Award from the Congressional Medal Of Honor Society for supporting veterans
The award honors and recognizes those who have contributed significantly to American military services.
Woman pleads guilty to defrauding VA out of nearly $1.8 million in veteran benefits
Claudia Ann Merrill admitted to submitting false applications in veterans’ names and their surviving spouses’ names, federal prosecutors said.
Texas man who transforms leftover Christmas trees into canes for veterans receives 1,000 donations
A central Texas man was overwhelmed by the response after he put out a call asking his local community to donate their leftover Christmas trees to him instead of throwing them out so that he could turn them into canes for veterans in need.
‘We did the impossible:’ Senate passes military medical malpractice law
It was called “landmark legislation” and a “Christmas miracle.” Sgt. 1st Class Richard Stayskal calls it a relief.
Tuskegee Airman from Bethesda celebrates 100th birthday with a flight
Retired Col. Charles McGee will turn 100 years old on Saturday and while the years may have slowed him down some, they haven't dimmed the memories of his 30-year service to his country as a Tuskegee Airman who paved the way for generations to come.
FOX 26 serves lunch at residential center for veterans
A shoutout to this veteran who my FOX 26 team members were lucky enough to meet today! Thank you for your service sir, and thank you for watching Isiah Factor Uncensored!
Free job fair in Houston for veterans & military spouses
Nearly 60 employers will be at a free job fair for veterans, military spouses, transitioning military, National Guard members and Reservists in Houston this week.
Instead of having homeless veteran's car towed, deputies help get it repaired for free
Instead of displacing a homeless veteran living in a seemingly abandoned car, deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Carson Station, coordinated with local businesses in order to get the vehicle towed and repaired for free.