by Rikki Almanza | Jan 10, 2025
A recent change in federal regulation is set to make it easier for Veterans to secure housing in Los Angeles. This initiative, announced Thursday by VA Secretary Denis McDonough and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, eliminates barriers that previously prevented many...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 27, 2024
Vacaville’s American Legion Post 165 will welcome National Commander James A. LaCoursiere, Jr. as the featured guest for a special dinner event, which is sold-out, on Feb. 3 at the Vacaville Veterans Memorial Building, located at 549 Merchant St, as reported by The...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 19, 2024
On Wednesday, the VA unveiled a new initiative to combat Veteran Homelessness by allocating hundreds of millions in funding for rehousing programs, renewing support for existing case management grants, and encouraging city mayors to partner with landlords to provide...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 16, 2024
Bob Fernandez, one of the remaining survivors of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, died peacefully on Wednesday at the age of 100. Fernandez passed away at his nephew’s home, Joe Guthrie, in Lodi, California, after declining health prevented him from...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 13, 2024
The Veterans Readiness and Employment, VR&E, program, a vital resource for Veterans with service-connected disabilities, is under growing strain as demand surges, according to Stars and Stripes. Managed by the VA, the program provides job training, career...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 11, 2024
Each year, personal mementos and artifacts are left behind at the California Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Sacramento’s Capitol Park. These items serve as a tribute to the lives and sacrifices of those who served in the Vietnam War, providing a tangible connection to...
