Veterans

News that informs military veterans on topics such as benefits, healthcare and Tricare, transition assistance and more.

New mental health scholarships designed to counter VA staff shortfalls

VA will provide two years of graduate level tuition in exchange for a promise to work at a Vet Center for six years.

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Vet sues over coverage denial for daughter gender transition

The veteran and daughter filed their lawsuit anonymously on Monday against the government via a Boston-based advocacy group.

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Veterans

VA stands by abortion policy after legal threats from state leaders

Republican state attorneys general vow to take the department to court over its decision to provide abortion access.

Robert McRuer, and Santy Rodelo, right, both of Washington, embrace during a candlelight vigil held in Dupont Circle, Monday, Nov. 21, 2022, in Washington, in memory of the victims of a gunman who opened fire with a semiautomatic rifle inside a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs.

Veteran helped disarm gunman at Club Q in Colorado Springs

Army veteran Rich Fierro is one of two men police are crediting with saving lives by subduing a gunman Saturday night at Club Q in Colorado Springs.

6 days ago

For Elegance Bratton, a destiny realized in ‘The Inspection’

Some of the torturous drill sergeant-scenes will remind many of “Full Metal Jacket,” but “The Inspection” has more complicated things to say.

7 days ago

Retired Army veteran Christopher Simmons and E.C. teacher guides seventh-grader Elijah Williams through a math problem on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, at Meadowlark Middle School in Winston-Salem, N.C.

Army veteran finds his true calling as a teacher

Christopher Simmons credits the Army with helping him become a better teacher.

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CEOcircle is a monthly peer accountability group for growth-stage companies looking to scale.

Program helps veteran entrepreneurs learn to grow businesses

JPMorgan Chase Commercial Banking and Bunker Labs developed CEOcircle, a mentorship program to help mid-size, military connected companies grow.

8 days ago

Alex McKindra is the Managing Director and co-head of Veterans Initiatives for JPMorgan Chase.

Veteran helps others find success after military service

Alex McKindra is the managing director and co-head of Veterans Initiatives for JPMorgan Chase, where he helps veterans find success in the business world.

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Veteran caregiver kids: America wants to hear your story

Hidden Helpers Coalition is shining a light on the experiences of children who are helping care for wounded veterans.

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Marine vet’s execution date set after 21 years on death row

The former Marine Corps recruiter was convicted in the 2000 rape and killing of a 16-year-old waitress.

10 days ago

VA suicide prevention efforts need more focus on gun safety training

The VA Inspector General found problems with gun safety training completion and follow-through.

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Lawmaker pushes plan to cap attorney fees for Camp Lejeune lawsuits

VA officials and veterans advocates have warned that many veterans may be taken advantage of by lawyers filing suits related to water contamination there.

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