Holiday helpers have been busy, as plenty of organizations and individuals have been working to make the days a bit brighter for troops and their families. Forget the sleigh powered by a herd of flying reindeer. Santa and Mrs. Claus hopped on military transports to deliver Christmas to a Tlingit village. NORAD typically scans the heavens for potential threats. But on Christmas Eve, volunteers are fielding questions like, “When is Santa coming?" Justice Department officials are reivewing whether VA employees improperly viewed health records of both VP candidates. Spc. Wooster Rancy is being held in pretrial confinement as he awaits a preliminary hearing on charges of murder and obstruction of justice. Nearly 40 Guardsmen have received Purple Hearts for injuries sustained in the January drone attack, officials said. Sgt. Andrew Gomez received the service's highest non-combat award for helping save a woman after a fiery car crash last year. The program offers extra time and training to recruit applicants who aren't quite ready for boot camp. Leadership says standards have not been lowered. A senior enlisted airman gets the rare opportunity to serve alongside his son in Australia. At least four command sergeants major have been relieved. Load More