by Rikki Almanza | May 13, 2026
A new VA study found that Veterans who reported multiple toxic exposures during military service were more likely to experience suicidal thoughts and behaviors than Veterans who did not report exposures. The study, titled Toxic Exposure and Rates of Suicidal Thoughts...
by Rikki Almanza | May 6, 2026
Nearly 100 San Diego-area Veterans returned home Sunday after a weekend Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C., where they visited national memorials dedicated to Veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Family members, friends, and community supporters—including...
by Rikki Almanza | Feb 25, 2026
UPDATE: The House of Representatives and Senate have passed the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act. It now awaits President Trump’s signature. UPDATE II: Capt. Royce Williams was officially presented with the Medal of Honor during President Trump’s...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 4, 2025
A new RAND report offers an updated look at the changing makeup of America’s Veteran population and the challenges different groups are experiencing. The study, A Summary of Veteran-Related Statistics – Second Edition, analyzes national datasets to compare Veterans...
by Rikki Almanza | Jan 8, 2024
The Samsung American Legion Scholarship has officially opened its online applications for high school students attending the American Legion Boys & Girls State or Auxiliary Girls State program this summer. This scholarship honors and supports the...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 20, 2023
September 18, 1947 marks the day the United States Air Force was officially established. However, its roots trace back to the early 20th century, when military aviation first took flight. Pioneering the Skies: The 20th Century In 1907, the U.S. Army Signal Corps took...
