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.
African American veterans from Atlanta honored with Juneteenth Pilgrimage to national monuments
A dozen African American veterans from Atlanta celebrated Juneteenth in the nation’s capital.
Dunwoody vet travels to France for D-Day anniversary, receives France's highest honor
Today marks 80 years since D-Day, the beginning of the end of World War II.
Recording: VA police chief didn't want to hire minority female cops because of 'attitude'
The now-suspended police chief at the Atlanta VA Medical Center once said in a staff meeting that she no longer wanted to hire Black or Hispanic female officers because they "come with a whole lot of attitude."
'Unacceptable behavior' prompts VA to suspend top cops at Atlanta Medical Center
Allegations of "unacceptable behavior" prompted the Veterans Administration to place three top police officers at the Atlanta VA Medical Center on paid suspension.
Program helps military members, veterans get out of debt
After serving our country, many veterans end up fighting debt in the form of credit cards, auto loans, medical bills, or student loans. Now, there's a free resource to help military members and veterans with that issue.
Nonprofit sponsors Gainesville WWII vet’s trip to Normandy for D-Day anniversary
A Gainesville man who served during World War II is getting a rare opportunity ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
Shepherd’s Men March weathers storm to help honor veterans, raise PTSD awareness
Dozens of active and veteran military personnel and civilian volunteers marched 12 miles through challenging weather Monday.
American Legion fights back against veteran-targeted scams
According to the FBI, each year elderly Georgians lose tens of millions of dollars to fraudsters.
Atlanta veterans step closer to Vietnam War Memorial in Piedmont Park
The group Sons of Atlanta has been working to get the memorial built near the 14th Street entrance to Piedmont Park since 2015.
Atlanta Braves honor Gold Star families as Acuña faces season-ending surgery
Ronald Acuna Jr. will not forget his Sunday in Pittsburgh anytime soon and neither will Atlanta Braves fans after the star player tore his ACL.
Veteran survives horrifying bear attack while hiking in popular national park
A disabled veteran who survived an attack by a grizzly bear is sharing the moment when his instincts kicked in and how it helped him survive.
Coweta County man honors fallen heroes with personal Memorial Day tribute
A Coweta County man has turned his front yard into a giant Memorial Day display to honor fallen military members.
Army presents Purple Heart to Minnesota veteran 73 years after he was wounded in Korean War
After 73 years and a long fight with the U.S. Army, a Korean War veteran from Minnesota who was wounded in combat finally got his Purple Heart medal on Friday.
Daniel Perry trial: Gov. Abbott issues full pardon, restoration of civil rights
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has issued a full pardon to Army Sgt. Daniel Perry, who was convicted last April of murdering Black Lives Matter protestor Garrett Foster.