'Magic mushrooms' for therapy? Veterans helping sway conservatives

The medicinal use of hallucinogenic mushrooms is making inroads in U.S. states as military veterans advocate for the therapeutic value of psychedelic drugs.

No dog left behind: Retired military K-9 with collapsed spinal cord gets new lease on life

When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years. 

Resources for veterans affected by Russian invasion of Ukraine

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced a list of resources for veterans who may be feeling emotional distress or reminded of their own deployment experiences, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Paws of War training dogs for veterans and first responders

Paws of War plans to train three rescued pups to become either service or companion dogs. The goal is to place each one of them with a veteran or first responder in need of special assistance.

Veterans Day Parade 2021: NYC marks 9/11, Operation Desert Storm, War on Terror

The New York City Veterans Day Parade, the largest celebration of America's armed forces, returned along Fifth Avenue after the pandemic forced the cancellation of the celebration last year.

Biden declares November 2021 National Veterans and Military Families Month

Veterans and Military Families Month was created with the intent of placing more focus on appreciating and supporting veterans and their families.

‘Make Camo Your Cause’ campaign brings struggle of homeless veterans to light

The organization U.S.VETS seeks to bring visibility and awareness to veteran homelessness through “Make Camo Your Cause” — a campaign developed with the mission to end veteran homelessness in the United States while transforming what it means to wear camo here at home.

'Jericho Project' aims to help struggling veterans find a home

The nonprofit Jericho Project aims to meet the needs of struggling veterans, young adults, and members of the LGBTQ community.

Veterans feed fellow veterans and other hungry New Jerseyans

The pandemic has created devastating food insecurity for many vulnerable residents — including veterans — of Bergen County. A Marine Corps veteran has partnered with a food program and a church to help.

Pearl Harbor survivor, WWII veteran asks for birthday cards for his 100th birthday

A World War II veteran and Pearl Harbor survivor needs your help to celebrate his milestone 100th birthday by sending him birthday cards to celebrate his big day on Dec. 13.

Korean War soldier killed in 1950 buried in New York

Cpl. Walter Smead died in the Korean War 71 years ago. Earlier this year, DNA analysis by a special DoD division identified his remains.

Vietnam War veteran needs help starting barber shop back up

It was at the age of 13, Robert Guidry fell in love with cutting hair, first his brother and then others. It wasn’t until he served in the Marines during the Vietnam War did he realize even more the importance of a good cut.