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U.S. Supreme Court Considers Case That Could Expand Combat Disability Pay for Veterans

U.S. Supreme Court Considers Case That Could Expand Combat Disability Pay for Veterans

by Rikki Almanza | Apr 30, 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether thousands of medically retired Veterans like former Marine Cpl. Simon Soto should be eligible for more years of retroactive combat-related special compensation for service-connected injuries.Soto, who served in mortuary...
2025 Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day Discounts for Veterans and Active Military

2025 Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day Discounts for Veterans and Active Military

by Rikki Almanza | Apr 29, 2025

The California Legionnaire is compiling a list of special offers, discounts, and promotions that California Veterans and Service Members can take advantage of during May, which is Military Appreciation Month, and Memorial Day. Listings will be updated as new deals are...
WWII’s Oldest Paratrooper, Sgt. Joe Harris, to Be Laid to Rest in Inglewood

WWII’s Oldest Paratrooper, Sgt. Joe Harris, to Be Laid to Rest in Inglewood

by Rikki Almanza | Apr 3, 2025

Sgt. Joe Harris, the oldest surviving World War II paratrooper, will be honored with full military funeral services. Harris, who was 108 years old, passed away on March 15 in Los Angeles, surrounded by family. His contributions as a member of the Army’s historic...
USAF Band to Perform Free Concerts in California March 31 to April 5

USAF Band to Perform Free Concerts in California March 31 to April 5

by Rikki Almanza | Mar 31, 2025

The United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants from Washington, D.C. are bringing their world-class musical talents to California as part of their spring tour. From March 31 to April 5, audiences will have the opportunity to attend free concerts in several...
The American Legion Advocates for Transition Assistance Program Improvements

The American Legion Advocates for Transition Assistance Program Improvements

by Rikki Almanza | Mar 26, 2025

The American Legion HQ reported that the organization submitted written testimony to Congress, stressing the need for the U.S. Department of Defense’s Transition Assistance Program, TAP, to evolve and modernize in ways that best support Service Members and their...
Pentagon Flags Thousands of Military Images for Removal in ‘DEI Purge’

Pentagon Flags Thousands of Military Images for Removal in ‘DEI Purge’

by Rikki Almanza | Mar 10, 2025

The Department of Defense has flagged over 26,000 images for removal across all military branches as part of an effort to eliminate content related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, DEI. However, the final number could be much higher, with estimates suggesting as...
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