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Military Searches For Marine Lost In Pacific
- Aug. 13
- By Steve Walsh
Navy announced Friday that authorities continue to search for a Marine with the Pendleton-based 13 Marine Expeditionary Unit, who has been missing from the USS Essex near the Philippines.
Navy's Plan To Protect Marine Mammals Under Scrutiny
- Aug. 13
- By Steve Walsh
Environmental groups want the Navy to stick to the agreements worked out after years of litigation on the current plan.
Friday Business Report: What's Next For The Convention Center?
- Aug. 11
- By Bennett Lacy, Ebone Monet
The tourism impact on the failed convention center initiative, SeaWorld reports stronger attendance and San Diego companies stand to benefit from the creation of a new Space Force.
For Now, Army Suspends Discharges Of Immigrant Recruits
- Aug. 10
- By Associated Press
The U.S. Army has stopped discharging immigrant recruits who enlisted seeking a path to citizenship — at least temporarily.
Their Last Fight: Filipino Veterans Make A Final Push For Recognition
- Aug. 9
- Dorian Merina / American Homefront
During World War II, more than a quarter million Filipinos fought alongside American soldiers. Many are still awaiting the recognition promised to them.
Navy Helicopter Crewman Killed In North Island Fuel Tank Accident
- Aug. 8
- By City News Service
A helicopter crewman was killed and another was injured last week in a fuel tank accident at Naval Air Station North Island, officials said.
They Were Recruited Into The Military, But Noncitizen Troops Now Face An Uncertain Future
- Aug. 6
- Carson Frame/American Homefront
From 2009 to 2016, the Defense Department recruited more than 10,000 noncitizens into the armed forces. Now some say they're being discharged without explanation.
Veteran Volunteers Help San Diego County Fire Victims
- July 27
- By Steve Walsh
Team Rubicon sends veterans around the world to help with natural disasters. The work helps them to heal while they continue their history of service.
As Russia And China Grow Their Militaries, Army Trains For New Fronts
- July 26
- Sarah Harris / American Homefront
Under the Trump administration, the military is shifting its strategy back toward more traditional warfare.
Miramar USMC Pilots Face Decision On Record Retention Bonus Offer
- July 24
- By Steve Walsh
The Marine Corps is trying to counter a pilot shortage that impacts all of the services.
Troops Are Marrying Each Other More Often, Creating New Challenges For Pentagon
- July 12
- By Steve Walsh
About 84,000 service members are married to another member of the military, and some find it hard to balance their marriages with their careers.
Camp Pendleton General Sanctioned Over Misuse Of Personal Aide
- July 11
- By Steve Walsh
The inspector general for the Department of Defense sanctioned Brig. Gen. Rick Uribe for using his aide for personal business while in Iraq.
'Why Him And Not Me?' Songwriting To Mend The Wounds Of War
- July 9
- Libby Denkmann/American Homefront
For her new album, Nashville singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier collaborated with veterans to write songs about war, service and life after the military.
VA Issues Long Awaited Veteran ID Card, But It Comes With Ad On Back
- July 9
- Bobbie O'Brien/American Homefront
Congress mandated the card in 2015, but provided no funding. So the VA struck a deal with Office Depot.
US Army Quietly Discharging Immigrant Recruits
- July 5
- By Associated Press
Some immigrant U.S. Army reservists and recruits who enlisted in the military with a promised path to citizenship are being abruptly discharged, the Associated Press has learned.