by Rikki Almanza | Jun 23, 2026
California residents have a limited-time chance to visit more than 30 state historic parks and museums for free under a special pass announced by Gov. Gavin Newsom. The state is making a special edition California State Parks Historian Passport available in honor of...
by caLegion Contributor | Jun 18, 2026
DESPITE FEDERAL RECOGNITION AND BIPARTISAN SUPPORT, VETERANS WITH INVISIBLE INJURIES CONTINUE TO FACE BARRIERS TO CARE San Martin, CA — As the Nation recognizes PTSD Awareness Month this June, Operation Freedom Paws is calling attention to the growing gap between...
by caLegion Contributor | Jun 16, 2026
SAN JOSE, CA (June 10, 2026) — Valle Monte League is pleased to welcome two respected mental health organizations—Operation Freedom Paws and Parents Helping Parents––while continuing its longstanding partnership with Hearts & Minds Activity Center. These additions...
by caLegion Contributor | Jun 12, 2026
INDUSTRY RECOGNITION ADDS TO GROWING AWARDS RECORD FOR MILITARY SEXUAL TRAUMA DOCUMENTARY Los Angeles, CA — U S M S T, the groundbreaking documentary confronting the hidden epidemic of Military Sexual Trauma hosted by 9-time Emmy Award winner Deborah Duncan, has been...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 9, 2026
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced new federal legislation to stop unaccredited companies from charging Veterans illegal or excessive fees for help with VA benefits claims. The bill, called the SAFEGUARD Veterans Act, was introduced on June 2 by U.S. Reps....
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 3, 2026
In a May 28 press release, the VA announced it is adding 220 temporary housing units for Homeless Veterans at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center north campus. On May 21, the department issued a request for proposals, or RFP, to build the units on the campus,...
