Shoes for Soldiers | Care Force
When you enter the military, you get a government-issued uniform. They give you all the basics and necessities, but when it comes to running shoes for physical training, you're on your own. A Phoenix veteran is on a mission to educate and help soldiers understand the importance of proper footwear. It's why he created a nonprofit Shoes for Soldiers. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this story.
World War II vet from AZ identified 80 years later
A World War II veteran will be laid to rest in Tempe after his remains were identified nearly 80 years after the conflict.
Veteran's suicide attempt used to raise awareness
Those who fight for our independence are sometimes fighting their own internal battle when they return home. One of those veterans is Dillon Heinzerling – a local father, husband, brother and Army veteran. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has more on this story.
Huss Brewing donates to Navy SEAL Foundation
Want to grab a bite to eat and help some veterans? FOX 10's Steve Nielsen tells us about a new fundraiser where you can do both.
WWII veteran recalls D-Day | Care Force
D-Day - June 6, 1944. It was 80 years ago that more than 160,000 Allied troops landed along the beaches of Normandy, France. It was a pivotal conflict and the beginning of the end of World War II. While many have learned about that day through books or movies, few know what it was really like to be there. FOX 10's Christina Carilla spoke with WWII veteran Garland James who lives in Gold Canyon and was there on D-Day.
D-Day veterans return to Normandy for 80th anniversary, share memories and messages for future generations
World War II veterans from across the United States as well as Britain and Canada are in Normandy this week to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings that helped lead to Hitler’s defeat.
Generations visit National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona
On this Memorial Day, the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona was filled with generations of families, all for different reasons. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more on this story.
How the Murph Challenge honors fallen heroes
A worldwide fitness challenge, the Murph Challenge, has a lot of people in the Valley getting involved on this Memorial Day. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen was there to give us a look.
AZ dog gives birth to pups who will be given to veterans
It was a symbolic birthday for Valley puppies born just a few hours ago. Nonprofit AT&T Veterans donated dozens of puppies, and once this litter is old enough, it will mark 40 donated in just a year and a half. FOX 10's Lauren Clark has the story.
102-year-old Army vet honored on Memorial Day in Chandler
A Valley veteran was honored in a big way this Memorial Day weekend. FOX 10 Photojournalist Joe Tillman stopped by his special celebration at Solterra Senior Living in Chandler.
Gold Star moms honor children at AZ Memorial Day ceremony
Hundreds gathered at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona to honor the service members who’ve paid the ultimate sacrifice. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more.
Hundreds run at Phoenix Raceway to fundraise for veterans
Morning came early for hundreds of people hoping to help Valley veterans by lacing up their shoes to support Arizona veteran programs, especially for homeless vets. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has the story.
The future of VA home loans | Care Force
On the list of counties with the most veteran homebuyers, Maricopa County ranks second in the country. Last year, there were 10,000 VA home loan transactions in Arizona. With the recent National Association of Realtors settlement taking effect later this summer, some veterans are concerned they could be disadvantaged in the housing market. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this Care Force story.
Meet Navy vet Ben Feldman | Care Force
The route to where Navy veteran and east Valley resident Ben Feldman is now wasn't easy. It's the story of many veterans. He says if it wasn't for the group, The Honor Foundation, he's not sure where he would have ended up. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this Care Force story.
Living kidney donation saves AZ veteran's life | Care Force
A living kidney donation. It's a selfless act some are choosing to do to save lives. A man from Chandler knows that firsthand. He dedicated his life to service in the military and when his life was threatened with kidney disease, a woman he had never met before stepped in with the help of a group called DOVE. FOX 10's Christina Carilla has this story.
American Legion Post 138 set to move to Mesa
An American Legion Post in Tempe is about to move to a vacant building in Mesa with the promise to make a big difference for Valley veterans. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen explains.
New VA rule could prevent veterans from being buried with spouses
Critics say rules present veterans with 'false choice'
Medical magic mushrooms: Vets join lawmakers in support of efforts to legalize it
SB1570 would allow the use of psychedelic mushrooms in treatments for certain mental health conditions in Arizona.
Base jumpers in Phoenix raise awareness of military suicides
An Arizona group jumped off Camelback Mountain on Saturday. Not only for fun but for a good cause. These base jumpers have done this 22 times, calling attention to the number of service members and veterans who die by suicide each day. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
Veteran admits to faking need for wheelchair to claim over $660K in benefits
A New Hampshire veteran admitted that he was faking his need for a wheelchair for two decades in order to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars in benefits.