Horses for veterans
A stable in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, doesn't just house beautiful horses. These animals bring tranquility to those who need it the most: veterans. Military veterans spent a few hours at the serenity stables. Almost all of the veterans have PTSD. The program From Combat to Calm was founded in 2015 by Rene Stone. Her father was a disabled veteran who suffered from PTSD. She knew she had to help those who fought for our country in some way. Equine therapy was the answer.
A stable in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, doesn't just house beautiful horses. These animals bring tranquility to those who need it the most: veterans. Military veterans spent a few hours at the serenity stables. Almost all of the veterans have PTSD. The program From Combat to Calm was founded in 2015 by Rene Stone. Her father was a disabled veteran who suffered from PTSD. She knew she had to help those who fought for our country in some way. Equine therapy was the answer.
Supporting America's female veterans
Allison Jaslow did two tours in Iraq, rising all the way up to Army platoon leader. When she came home in 2008, she admits she felt invisible. As executive director of the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Jaslow's primary objective is providing support for all veterans. Particularly women vets, whom she said are greatly underserved by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Healthcare is just one of the problems.
Allison Jaslow did two tours in Iraq, rising all the way up to Army platoon leader. When she came home in 2008, she admits she felt invisible. As executive director of the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Jaslow's primary objective is providing support for all veterans. Particularly women vets, whom she said are greatly underserved by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Healthcare is just one of the problems.
NYC veterans' needs
Dan McSweeney spent 11 years with the United States Marine Corps. If anyone knows what veterans need, he does. He is with the United War Veterans Council, which advocates on a variety of issues veterans face. The council also produces the annual New York City Veterans Day Parade.
Dan McSweeney spent 11 years with the United States Marine Corps. If anyone knows what veterans need, he does. He is with the United War Veterans Council, which advocates on a variety of issues veterans face. The council also produces the annual New York City Veterans Day Parade.
White House's rules on military transgender ban
As President Trump returned to Washington, D.C., from a trip out west, the White House dropped a major policy announcement. The Wall Street Journal reported that the commander-in-chief is officially ordering the Pentagon to stop enlisting transgender people in the military. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis will also have the power to consider a service member's ability to deploy.
As President Trump returned to Washington, D.C., from a trip out west, the White House dropped a major policy announcement. The Wall Street Journal reported that the commander-in-chief is officially ordering the Pentagon to stop enlisting transgender people in the military. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis will also have the power to consider a service member's ability to deploy.
Trump's Afghanistan strategy
President Donald Trump outlined a comprehensive new strategy Monday night for achieving a "lasting peace" in Afghanistan ? rejecting what he called "arbitrary timetables" for the U.S. troop presence, ratcheting up pressure on Pakistan to stop harboring militants and vowing to refocus the mission on "killing terrorists," not nation-building.
President Donald Trump outlined a comprehensive new strategy Monday night for achieving a "lasting peace" in Afghanistan ? rejecting what he called "arbitrary timetables" for the U.S. troop presence, ratcheting up pressure on Pakistan to stop harboring militants and vowing to refocus the mission on "killing terrorists," not nation-building.
Trump rebuked for comments
President Donald Trump has taken criticism from both sides of the aisle for his comments blaming both white supremacists and counter-protestors for the violence in Virginia. Now members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff are weighing in with a rare and very public rebuke.
President Donald Trump has taken criticism from both sides of the aisle for his comments blaming both white supremacists and counter-protestors for the violence in Virginia. Now members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff are weighing in with a rare and very public rebuke.
Trump warns North Korea
President Donald Trump on Friday said the United States is "locked and loaded" and retweeted images from U.S. Pacific Command showing B-1B Lancer bombers on Guam, the island territory in the Pacific Ocean that has been the target of threats by North Korea. Pentagon officials confirmed the U.S. military stands ready to "fight tonight" on the Korean Peninsula, Fox News reported.
President Donald Trump on Friday said the United States is "locked and loaded" and retweeted images from U.S. Pacific Command showing B-1B Lancer bombers on Guam, the island territory in the Pacific Ocean that has been the target of threats by North Korea. Pentagon officials confirmed the U.S. military stands ready to "fight tonight" on the Korean Peninsula, Fox News reported.
Reuniting veterans and families with missing medals
Photos of some veterans who served our country with honor, some wounded on the battlefield and others made the ultimate sacrifice, were on display at Federal Hall National Memorial on Monday. All of these men were awarded the Purple Heart. But sometimes the prestigious medal is misplaced, lost or stolen and when that happens, the nonprofit organization Purple Hearts Reunited steps in.
Photos of some veterans who served our country with honor, some wounded on the battlefield and others made the ultimate sacrifice, were on display at Federal Hall National Memorial on Monday. All of these men were awarded the Purple Heart. But sometimes the prestigious medal is misplaced, lost or stolen and when that happens, the nonprofit organization Purple Hearts Reunited steps in.
Trump's effect on trans youth
The military will continue to allow its transgender members to serve until it gets more direction from the president and the secretary of defense. But transgender rights activists say even if a ban isn't being enforced yet, the damage is already done.
The military will continue to allow its transgender members to serve until it gets more direction from the president and the secretary of defense. But transgender rights activists say even if a ban isn't being enforced yet, the damage is already done.
Transgender ban protest
A protest was held in the heart of Times Square at the military recruitment center over President Trump's surprising announcement banning transgender citizens from serving in the military. Transgender service members have been allowed to serve openly since 2016 when then-Defense Secretary Ash Carter lifted the ban. In a series of tweets, Trump appeared to reverse that policy.
A protest was held in the heart of Times Square at the military recruitment center over President Trump's surprising announcement banning transgender citizens from serving in the military. Transgender service members have been allowed to serve openly since 2016 when then-Defense Secretary Ash Carter lifted the ban. In a series of tweets, Trump appeared to reverse that policy.
Funeral service for fallen Marine
Family, friends, and fellow service members bade an emotional farewell to Marine Cpl. Dan Baldassare on Tuesday in New Jersey. Baldassare, 20, was among 16 servicemen who died when a KC-130 military transport plane crashed into soybean fields in the Mississippi Delta on July 10. Loved ones came together at Colts Neck High School football field, where he used to compete, to remember him.
Family, friends, and fellow service members bade an emotional farewell to Marine Cpl. Dan Baldassare on Tuesday in New Jersey. Baldassare, 20, was among 16 servicemen who died when a KC-130 military transport plane crashed into soybean fields in the Mississippi Delta on July 10. Loved ones came together at Colts Neck High School football field, where he used to compete, to remember him.
Procession for fallen Marine
A motorcade of police vehicles and motorcycles escorted the body of Cpl. Dan Baldassare from Dover Air Force Base in Delaware to a funeral home in Freehold, New Jersey, today. The 20-year-old from Colts Neck had dreamed of being a Marine since middle school. He and 15 others died in a cargo plane crash on July 10.
A motorcade of police vehicles and motorcycles escorted the body of Cpl. Dan Baldassare from Dover Air Force Base in Delaware to a funeral home in Freehold, New Jersey, today. The 20-year-old from Colts Neck had dreamed of being a Marine since middle school. He and 15 others died in a cargo plane crash on July 10.
Suffolk County traffic court for veterans
It is known as Veterans Docket Day. It is designed to give special consideration to former service members. Suffolk has at least 75,000 veterans -- more than any other county in the state. When they return home, some face outstanding fines or license suspensions that in many cases they didn't even know they had.
It is known as Veterans Docket Day. It is designed to give special consideration to former service members. Suffolk has at least 75,000 veterans -- more than any other county in the state. When they return home, some face outstanding fines or license suspensions that in many cases they didn't even know they had.
Tomahawk Pictures
The words fearless, dedicated, adaptable, and strategic describe the former active duty military members who are the founders of and collaborators in Tomahawk Pictures. It all started at The Half King Bar in Chelsea. A writer's group made up of vets formed the production company and leveraged their military experience to produce hard-hitting creative content with powerful impact.
The words fearless, dedicated, adaptable, and strategic describe the former active duty military members who are the founders of and collaborators in Tomahawk Pictures. It all started at The Half King Bar in Chelsea. A writer's group made up of vets formed the production company and leveraged their military experience to produce hard-hitting creative content with powerful impact.
ThanksUSA
Taylor Curry, 22, always had his heart set on attending a private college but didn't know how he'd afford it. That was before he heard about the nonprofit called ThanksUSA.
Taylor Curry, 22, always had his heart set on attending a private college but didn't know how he'd afford it. That was before he heard about the nonprofit called ThanksUSA.
Just a Common Soldier
The documentary is a tribute to our military.
The documentary is a tribute to our military.
Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team
The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team plays nearly 100 games a year against able-bodied opponents. The Warriors play to win, but regardless of any game outcome, these men are winners before they ever step on the field. The day was filled with pageantry, patriotism and of course, inspiration from some of our nation's bravest. The Wounded Warriors returned to Long Island for the fourth time. This trip was a tough 13-10 loss to the L.I. All Stars.
The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team plays nearly 100 games a year against able-bodied opponents. The Warriors play to win, but regardless of any game outcome, these men are winners before they ever step on the field. The day was filled with pageantry, patriotism and of course, inspiration from some of our nation's bravest. The Wounded Warriors returned to Long Island for the fourth time. This trip was a tough 13-10 loss to the L.I. All Stars.
Trump returns to NYC
Air Force One touched down at JFK as President Donald Trump returned to New York City Thursday. It is his first time in New York since his inauguration. Trump boarded the Intrepid floating museum to meet with Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull. The two world leaders came to mark the 75th anniversary of the World War II Battle of the Coral Sea. This visit was more than just ceremonial. Turnbull and Trump met beforehand to cement the longstanding alliance between the two countries.
Air Force One touched down at JFK as President Donald Trump returned to New York City Thursday. It is his first time in New York since his inauguration. Trump boarded the Intrepid floating museum to meet with Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull. The two world leaders came to mark the 75th anniversary of the World War II Battle of the Coral Sea. This visit was more than just ceremonial. Turnbull and Trump met beforehand to cement the longstanding alliance between the two countries.
Tensions with North Korea
As tensions with North Korea mount, Hawaii lawmakers anxiously are dusting off the state's emergency plans in preparation for the possibility ? however remote ? of an attack on the islands, Fox News reported.
As tensions with North Korea mount, Hawaii lawmakers anxiously are dusting off the state's emergency plans in preparation for the possibility ? however remote ? of an attack on the islands, Fox News reported.
Prosthesis for swimming
A fin-like attachment designed and made on Long Island to a prosthetic leg can help amputees swim better. The fin is made of nylon. Eschen Prosthetic and Orthotic Laboratories manufactures the leg. Dr. Todd Goldstein of Northwell Health designed it using a 3D printer.
A fin-like attachment designed and made on Long Island to a prosthetic leg can help amputees swim better. The fin is made of nylon. Eschen Prosthetic and Orthotic Laboratories manufactures the leg. Dr. Todd Goldstein of Northwell Health designed it using a 3D printer.