Todd South
Editor-at-large
Todd South has written about crime, courts, government and the military for multiple publications since 2004 and was named a 2014 Pulitzer finalist for a co-written project on witness intimidation. Todd is a Marine veteran of the Iraq War.
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Fort Benning upgrades range to accommodate new sniper rifle
The new rifle can strike targets at 1,500 to 1,800 meters.
Marine Corps call word renaming honors legendary ‘Redfield’ sniper
It might be an obscure reference for young Marines early in their marksmanship training, but it holds a special place in the sniper community, especially for those steeped in the legend and lore of the sniper’s role in Vietnam.
Massive, Army-led NATO exercise Defender Europe kicks off
The exercise will span the Balkans and the Black Sea region and use key ground and maritime routes that bridge Europe, Asia and Africa.
Guam, missiles and missile defense top INDOPACOM commander’s funding priorities
Funding would add sensors, fires and modernized military exercises.
Women troops pay double what men pay out-of-pocket, in ‘Pink Tax’ for uniform items
The Pentagon has agreed to review the allotment process.
Army scientists team with DARPA to build COVID-19 air detector
The technology could be used to detect other viruses in the future.
Study finds possible link between blast exposure and Alzheimer’s disease
Early detection and treatment of blast-induced brain deterioration could reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease later in life
Military academies sex assault numbers were steady, then COVID hit
Cadets and midshipmen don't trust their peer leaders to handle the problem effectively.
A 99-year-old World War II veteran finally gets his medals
Soldier served in Allied invasion of Italy.
Extremism in the ranks is a ‘threat,’ but the Pentagon’s not sure how to address it
The Pentagon is signaling a crackdown on extremists in the ranks. But it won't be easy.
