Trump nominates former Georgia Rep. Doug Collins to head VA
Former Georgia representative and veteran Doug Collins has been tapped by president-elect Donald Trump to lead the Veterans Affairs Department in the upcoming administration.
Georgia veterans fighting for expanded access to medical cannabis
There’s a growing push for expansion of medical cannabis in Georgia and some veterans in the state are among the group hoping to see more access.
91-year-old vibrant veteran in Forsyth County still packs a punch
Szweda is full of energy and pretty talkative for his age. FOX 5 Atlanta reporter Kevyn Stewart took him one-on-one, and the vet pulled no punches.
Biden, Harris mark Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris commemorated Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery on Monday. It was Biden’s first public event with Harris since she lost the 2024 Election to Republican Donald Trump.
Veterans Day Charity Classic at Bear's Best raising money for veterans
Veterans Day is marked by parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, and flags flown at half-staff, but for those in Suwanee, there’s another unique way to celebrate: a day on the golf course.
Georgia Army veteran gifted car Veterans Day Weekend after series of tragedies
United States Army Veteran Durand McCall says this is one of the best Veterans Day weekends he has ever celebrated after a stranger's kind deed led to him being gifted a car.
National Parks are free for Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, the National Park Service is offering free entrance to all parks. Veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star Families also receive year-round free access with the Military Pass.
Veterans Day deals and freebies
Restaurants across the U.S. are honoring Veterans Day 2024 with free meals and special discounts for veterans and active-duty military on November 11.
Veterans Day: What's open and closed?
As the nation honors veterans on Monday, Nov. 11, some services may not be available, and here’s what’s open and closed in your area.
How you can 'Make Camo Your Cause' and help homeless veterans
FOX is partnering with U.S. VETS and its "Make Camo Your Cause" campaign for the fourth straight year to help end veteran homelessness. Here's how you can join.
The best (and worst) places for veterans to live, according to data
When veterans transition to civilian life, settling down in the right city is a plus, and these places rank among the ideal locations for them based on a new report.
Former Florida deputy arrested in deadly shooting of airman at his home
A former Florida sheriff's deputy was arrested Monday after being charged with the fatal shooting of a Black U.S. Air Force senior airman who answered his apartment door holding a gun pointed toward the ground, officials said.
Report ranks US states that 'care' the most about veterans
According to Pew Research Center, there are more than 18 million living veterans in the United States, representing about 6% of the country’s adult population.
Family of army veteran who died in DeKalb County custody demand justice
Dozens of people gathered around the family of Christon Collins on Saturday outside the DeKalb County Jail demanding change months after the army veteran died while in custody.
FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD
Federal health officials have declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD.
Atlanta VA patients allege they sold methadone to their own drug rehab counselor
The DeKalb County DA's office is looking into allegations that a social worker for the Atlanta Veterans Administration Medical Center bought methadone, a prescription narcotic, off patients struggling with addiction. Two vets secretly recorded alleged transactions on cell phones. Yet two years later, the social worker remains employed by the VA.
Deputy police chief accused of sexual assault retires from Atlanta VA
Accused of sexually assaulting a woman, the deputy chief of the Atlanta VA's troubled police department has retired while under investigation, disappointing his alleged victim. Johnnie McCullor had been suspended with pay since May. Police Chief Beverly Banks, heard in a leaked audio saying, "I don't want to hire black women," remains suspended while a national team of VA investigators probes a dysfunctional department culture.
Clearwater WWII veteran celebrates 106th birthday with 5 generations of his family
A Clearwater WWII veteran celebrated his 106th birthday on Saturday. Five generations of his family gathered at a Largo home to reflect on his fondest memories.
Milwaukee World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20.
What does Project 2025 say about veterans benefits?
Project 2025, a conservative playbook outlining policy proposals and personnel picks for a possible second Trump presidency, includes plans for changes at the Department of Veterans Affairs.