Memorial Day 2021: The origin of America’s commemoration of its fallen troops
It’s a tradition that has evolved over the years. From Decoration Day to the Memorial Day we know today, here’s a look at the American holiday’s origins.
Luke AFB airman honored, credited with saving lives during Westgate shooting incident
Tech Sgt. Michael Walker was honored with the Air Force Sergeants Association Heroism Award for his bravery during a shooting at the Westgate shopping center. He was off-duty when a gunman opened fire in May 2020, injuring three people.
Fort Hood soldier arrested in death of Tempe baby
Khairee Patton was taken into custody May 25 at Fort Hood in Texas where he is based.
Buy a pint of beer for a veteran at Chauncey Social in Scottsdale
At Chauncey Social in Scottsdale, you can pre-purchase a pint of beer for any member of the military, active or retired, from now through Memorial Day. FOX 10 photojournalist Joe Tillman has the story.
US flags placed on Arlington National Cemetery headstones in honor of Memorial Day
Thousands of service members will place American flags on over 260,000 headstones at Arlington National Cemetery Thursday as part of their Memorial Day remembrance celebrations.
Cuban American NASCAR star Aric Almirola reminds fans that 'our freedom is not free'
Stewart-Haas Racing driver Aric Almirola will pay tribute to hero Navy SEAL Michael Monsoor by carrying his name on his car during the NASCAR Cup Series Coca-Cola 600.
Video shows US Marine surprising sister at college graduation ceremony
A U.S. Marine surprised his sister by appearing on stage as she graduated from Endicott College in Massachusetts on May 22.
Rainbow Ryders hot air balloon rides offers military discount
Military members can enjoy a hot air balloon ride this Memorial Day weekend. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen reports.
University of Phoenix plants 10,000 flags, hosts traveling memorial to honor veterans
The University of Phoenix is holding its annual Flag Planting Event this year after COVID-19 forced the cancelation in 2020. FOX 10's Ty Brennan reports.
Nellis AFB: Pilot killed after contracted-aircraft crashes south of base in Las Vegas valley
Nellis Air Force Base officials confirm that a pilot was killed Monday after a contracted aircraft crashed in a Las Vegas neighborhood.
Non-profit collects Hawaiian shirts for soldiers overseas
FOX 10 viewer Nancy Marts talks to Ty Brennan about the program and now they add a thank you note to the soldiers in the package with the Hawaiian shirts.
National Guard troops leave US Capitol more than 4 months after January 6th riot
More than 2,000 National Guard troops called in to secure the nation's capital after the January 6th attack are headed home.
‘A true hero’: Biden awards Medal of Honor to 94-year-old Korean War veteran
President Joe Biden awarded his first Medal of Honor this week to a retired colonel for acts of bravery during the Korean War, the White House announced Wednesday.
Biden delivers remarks on cease-fire in Gaza
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has announced a cease-fire to halt an 11-day military operation against Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip..
Israel's Netanyahu pushes back after Biden urges 'significant de-escalation' in violence with Palestinians
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to press ahead with a fierce military offensive in the Gaza Strip.
Video shows spherical UFO off California disappearing into ocean
U.S. Navy footage released by filmmaker Jeremy Corbell and confirmed as authentic by the Pentagon shows a spherical UFO flying off the coast of San Diego before mysteriously disappearing into the ocean.
Petition calls for NFL to retire Pat Tillman's No. 40 jersey
Former NFL player Pat Tillman was serving as an Army Ranger in Afghanistan when he was killed by friendly fire at the age of 27.
Soldiers shave heads for battle buddy's sister fighting brain cancer
National Guard Staff Sgt. Brandon Stafford shaved his head to support his big sister Melissa, who was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor and lost her hair while undergoing chemotherapy. When his fellow soldiers found out, 15 of them decided to shave their heads as well in solidarity.
National relay honoring fallen military, first responders goes through Phoenix
Carry the Load is walking through Phoenix as part of its 15,000-mile national relay to remember fallen military and first responders. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.
New memorial dedicated to soldiers who died on secret mission to Vietnam
Families have fought for recognition of the soldiers who died on Tiger Flight 739 for years now because their names aren’t allowed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial since they didn’t die in a combat zone.