Military Report

Here's Your 2020 Military Retiree, VA and Social Security Pay Bump

Military retirees, those who receive disability or other benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs, federal retirees and social security recipients will see a 1.6% increase in their monthly checks for 2020.

Can Military Retirees Still Be Court-Martialed? Court Will Reconsider

A controversial legal opinion that determined court-martialing military retirees was unconstitutional has been withdrawn.

Build Your Future with Us: CRH is Hiring Veterans Now

We are committed to hiring veterans and providing the tools and support you need to succeed in your civilian career.

VA Not Doing Enough to Protect Veterans from Scams, GAO Finds

A report issued Oct. 3, 2019 by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) says that the Department of Veterans Affairs needs to do more to protect veterans from fraud.

Just What Is Open Season and Why Should You Care?

You may have heard about Open Season or Open Enrollment for your Tricare or Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) coverage. But what exactly is it?

Get Better Rates Now: Military Discounts on Auto Insurance

You deserve the best rates possible. Quickly compare and save big from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Start saving now.

Active-Duty Green Beret to Receive Medal of Honor for Heroic Afghanistan Rescue

President Trump will award the nation's highest award for valor to a Green Beret for risking his life to rescue wounded Special Forces soldiers during a 2008 joint raid with U.S. troops and Afghan commandos.

Navy OKs Automatic Promotion Program for Sailors Willing to Take Certain Jobs

Sailors looking to speed up their path to petty officer first class now have some new options.

Marines Will Soon Have Better-Fitting Maternity Uniforms and Nursing T-Shirts

The Marine Corps' utility uniform currently has tabs to adjust the fit of the maternity blouse, said Capt. Joe Butterfield, a Marine spokesman at the Pentagon.

New Graphic Novels Honor Hero Medal of Honor Recipients

The Association of the United States Army Oct. 11 announced the release of two new graphic novels in its series designed to pay tribute to Medal of Honor recipients.

SGLI Not Enough? VGLI Too Much? Get $300k Coverage from Only $21 a Month

Because tomorrow is never guaranteed, protect your family’s future now. It's quick, affordable and gives you peace of mind.

Robot Army Working Dog May One Day Accompany Soldiers into Combat

Army scientists have been working on a canine-like robot that's designed to take commands from soldiers, much like real military working dogs.

Still Time to Use Your $0 Down VA Loan Benefit this Fall

Thinking about using your VA Loan? Don’t delay – using your VA loan now means you can still get a tax credit for 2019 plus rates are currently low.

Enter Your Pet in This Exchange Halloween Costume Contest

If your pet looks especially adorable in costume, you could win a $1,000 Army and Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES) gift card.

Commissary Curbside Shopping Expands to Fort Belvoir

The Defense Commissary Agency’s (DeCA) online shopping and curbside pick-up program, CLICK2GO, opened its newest location at Fort Belvoir, Virginia late last month.

Training Squadron Reactivates for New Stealth Bomber

The Air Force’s dormant 420th Flight Test Squadron has reactivated to help plan, test, analyze and report on testing of the service’s future B-21 Raider bomber.