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Wounded soldier's salute touches thousands
A wounded soldier's labored salute from a hospital room has touched thousands after the photo was posted on Facebook.
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Afghan war vet awarded Medal of Honor
Four years after risking his life in Afghanistan, William D. Swenson solemnly received the Medal of Honor on Tuesday.
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Gov't shutdown threatens veteran benefits
Military families and veterans are among those feeling the greatest hurt from the partial government shutdown.
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Veterans told to repay bonuses to government
Some veterans are being told to repay enlistment bonuses they received. Find out why in our exclusive investigation.
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Video: Veterans told to repay bonuses to government
Some veterans are being told to repay enlistment bonuses they received. Find out why in our exclusive investigation.
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Vet gets high-tech chair to boost mobility
An Army tank driver, who was severely wounded in Iraq in a fiery attack, got a little help to increase his independence.
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Video: Vet gets high-tech chair to boost mobility
An Army tank driver, who was wounded in Iraq in a fiery attack, got a little help to increase his independence.
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Video: Operation Gratitude makes packages for troops
Hundreds of volunteers helped pack care packages filled with snacks, toiletries and personal letters for troops overseas.
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Pentagon announces expansions for women in combat
The Pentagon announced Tuesday expanded roles for women in combat, allowing them to join elite forces.
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Video: Lake Elsinore monument faces legal challenge
A planned I.E. monument to fallen troops faces opposition from those who say it violates separation of church and state.
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Soldier to plead guilty in Afghan massacre
An army staff sergeant accused of killing 16 Afghan villagers is expected to plead guilty to murder charges next week.
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Fallen soldier honored at S. Pasadena service
Family and friends said goodbye Wednesday to fallen soldier William Gilbert, who was killed in Afghanistan.
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Video: Fallen soldier honored at S. Pasadena service
Family and friends said goodbye Wednesday to fallen soldier William Gilbert, who was killed in Afghanistan.
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Family remembers soldier through his new baby
One family is remembering a soldier this Memorial Day through his newborn baby, who never got a chance to meet her father.
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Video: Family remembers soldier through his new baby
One family is remembering a soldier this Memorial Day through his newborn baby, who never got a chance to meet her father.
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Fallen heroes remembered in Boyle Heights
Fallen heroes were remembered in Memorial Day events in Boyle Heights and Canoga Park.
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Video: Canoga Park Memorial Day Parade honors heroes
In Canoga Park, crowds gathered for the community's annual holiday parade along Sherman Way.
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Memorial Day observed in Rancho Palos Verdes
Thousands of people participated in the Memorial Day observance at Green Hills Memorial Park in Rancho Palos Verdes.
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Video: Veterans honored at USS Iowa in San Pedro
Hundreds of people boarded the USS Iowa battleship in San Pedro to honor veterans on Memorial Day.
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Video: Fallen heroes remembered in Boyle Heights
A 24-hour vigil honoring Memorial Day was held at the Mexican American All Wars Memorial at Cinco Puntos.
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Video: Memorial Day observed in Rancho Palos Verdes
Thousands of people participated in the Memorial Day observance at Green Hills Memorial Park in Rancho Palos Verdes.
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Video: Family, friends honor Hesperia soldier
Family, friends and fellow soldiers said goodbye to Jeff Baker of Hesperia. The Army veteran was laid to rest Friday.
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Local soldier killed on 1st Afghanistan tour
William Gilbert of Hacienda Heights died in Afghanistan this week on his first tour. His family is remembering him.
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Video: Local soldier killed on 1st Afghanistan tour
William Gilbert of Hacienda Heights died in Afghanistan this week on his first tour. His family is remembering him.
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IE dad surprises kids after Navy deployment
A dad who returned from a year of deployment surprised his kids at a Winchester school in a heart-warming reunion.
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Video: IE dad surprises kids after Navy deployment
A Navy dad who returned from a year of deployment surprised his kids at Winchester school.
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Video: No warships for Navy Days due to budget cuts
This year's Navy Days at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro won't be the same due to budget cuts.
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US military hands prison over to Afghans
The U.S. military has handed over its last detention facility in Afghanistan to security forces in Kabul.
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2 OC Marines honored in 1st annual run-walk
An inaugural run-walk to remember two Orange County Marines killed in Afghanistan was held in Yorba Linda on Sunday.
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Vet gives note, cash to soldier's girlfriend
A vet was moved by a bumper sticker and left a nameless gift for a soldier's girlfriend. Word of this gesture spread online.
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Video: Vet gives note, cash to soldier's girlfriend
A military veteran was moved by a bumper sticker and left an anonymous gift, under the windshield wiper.
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5 US troops die in Afghanistan chopper crash
Five American troops have been killed in a helicopter crash in southern Afghanistan, officials said Tuesday.
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Korean War soldier's remains back home in CA
The remains of a U.S. soldier declared missing in action during the Korean War were returned home on Wednesday.
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Video: Korean War soldier's remains back home in CA
The remains of a U.S. soldier declared missing in action during the Korean War were returned home on Wednesday.
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Video: Korean War soldier's remains back home in CA
The remains of a U.S. soldier declared missing in action during the Korean War were returned home on Wednesday.
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Video: War dog gets hero's welcome in Universal City
An 8-year-old German Shepherd that saved hundreds of lives of U.S. troops got a hero's welcome in Universal City.
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Pentagon will allow women in combat positions
In a groundbreaking change for the U.S. military, the Pentagon will now allow women to serve in combat positions.
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Video: Pentagon will allow women in combat positions
In a groundbreaking change for the military, the Pentagon will now allow women to serve in combat positions.
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Video: US airman surprises little brother in Fla.
An 11-year-old Florida boy had one wish this Christmas. He wanted his older brother to come home.
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Military discounts to theme parks, movies, more
If you are on active duty in the armed services, a veteran, or a reserve officer, you can find discounts every day.
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Women military members sue to join combat
A lawsuit filed Tuesday challenges the Pentagon's longstanding policy barring women from serving in direct combat.
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Video: Women military members sue to join combat
A lawsuit filed Tuesday challenges the Pentagon's longstanding policy barring women from serving in direct combat.
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Video: Military discounts to theme parks, movies, more
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Local decorated soldier killed in Afghanistan
Staff Sgt. Wade Bennett, a decorated soldier from Southern California, was killed in his third tour of duty to Afghanistan.
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Video: Local decorated soldier killed in Afghanistan
Staff Sgt. Wade Bennett, a decorated soldier from Southern California, was killed in his third tour of duty to Afghanistan.
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Veterans Day offers, events around the Southland
In honor of Veterans Day, many offers and events can be found around the Southland on Monday.
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IE soldier dies in 1st Afghanistan deployment
A local family learned Monday that their soldier, Army Specialist Daniel Carlson, died in Afghanistan over the weekend.
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Covina Rotary Club Field of Valor honors vets
The Covina Rotary Club is honoring our nation's troops throughout the Veteran's Day weekend with its Field of Valor.
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Veterans honored at USS Iowa in San Pedro
Veterans were honored with a special tribute in front of the USS Iowa battleship in San Pedro for Veterans Day weekend.
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Video: Veterans honored at USS Iowa in San Pedro
Veterans were honored with a special tribute in front of the USS Iowa battleship in San Pedro for Veterans Day weekend.
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