Veterans

More than 170,000 service members and their families are interred there, including a dozen Congressional Medal of Honor recipients from World War II, Vietnam, and the Philippine-American War. And 27 Buffalo Soldiers are also buried there.

In an effort to reach across political divides, a group of veterans has been holding regular gatherings to talk about it — all over a beer. They call the events "Pints and Patriotism."

HB 2193 assesses how claims benefit advisors are distributed across the state, and HB 1965 explores ways to improve mental health services for veterans.

In an internal VA memo seen by NPR, the VA says it's rescinding a directive that contains detailed guidance on the kind of care transgender veterans can receive at VA facilities.

Dana Cisneros medically retired in 2023 from the U.S. Marine Corps and currently works in security management as a civilian for the U.S. Army.

U.S. veterans are worried that two deadly incidents involving current and former service members could increase stigma, or paint veterans as somehow damaged.

About 75 volunteers placed Christmas wreaths on the graves of all the Boerneites who served in the military.

A Pentagon program that helped thousands of veterans become classroom teachers is winding down. Advocates say the program should be saved.

The event will offer information on services like mental health support, housing assistance, and employment resources — all meant to help veterans transition into civilian life.

Cpl. Jorge Villarreal's service during Operation Enduring Freedom is the focus of a new documentary that highlighted the reality of the front lines and mental health issues for veterans.