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Rikki Almanza
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Proposed COLA Bill Would Increase VA Disability And Survivor Benefits
The Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2026 would raise VA disability compensation, clothing allowances and survivor benefits for eligible Veterans and families.
Gypsum Canyon Veterans Cemetery Moves Forward After CalVet Study Finds Lower Cost Path
The proposed Southern California Veterans Cemetery at Gypsum Canyon in Anaheim is moving forward after a new CalVet study projects lower costs and more burial...
VA Research Finds Higher Suicide Risk Among Veterans With Repeated Toxic Exposure
A new VA study found that Veterans with multiple toxic exposures had higher odds of suicidal thoughts and behaviors, with PTSD and depression playing a...
MISSION Rx Act Seeks Lower Prescription Drug Costs For Veterans And Service Members
The MISSION Rx Act, introduced in Congress, would lower prescription drug costs for Veterans, Service Members, and military families by extending the lowest federal drug...
2026 Military Appreciation Month & Memorial Day Discounts for Veterans and Active Military
The California Legionnaire is compiling a list of special offers, discounts, and promotions that California Veterans and Service Members can take advantage of during 2026...
San Diego Veterans Return Home After Honor Flight To Washington, D.C.
San Diego Veterans received a powerful welcome home after an Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C., where they visited the memorials built to honor their...
Military Spouse Business Owners Head to Capitol Hill for Recognition Act
On May 7, military spouse entrepreneurs are heading to Capitol Hill to support the Military Spouse Small Business Recognition Act and push for better access...
Veteran, Daughter File Lawsuit Over Denied Agent Orange Benefits
A Vietnam Veteran and his daughter are suing the VA over a policy that denies benefits to children of male Veterans exposed to Agent Orange.
West LA VA Campus Plan Under Scrutiny as Housing Funding Falls Short
Nearly a year after the West Los Angeles VA housing order, the latest budget raises concerns as no funding is requested for new Veteran housing...
Gold Star Spouses Call on Lawmakers to Expand Survivor Benefits
Gold Star spouses are urging Congress to pass legislation that would increase survivor benefits, remove remarriage penalties, and provide more financial stability for families after...
