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Rikki Almanza
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New HUD-VASH Ruling Expands Rental Assistance for Disabled Veterans, No Longer Counts Disability Benefits Toward Eligibility
Veterans receiving disability income are now eligible for federal rental assistance under a new HUD-VASH ruling that no longer counts disability payments against income limits.
Join the ‘Be the One’ Symposium at The American Legion Convention
The American Legion's Be the One Symposium at the national convention will focus on mental health and suicide prevention for Veterans, featuring expert discussions and...
Legionnaire Is Driving Across the U.S. in a Corvette to Raise Awareness About Veteran Suicide
Retired Army Colonel Robert Hess is driving across the U.S. in his Corvette to raise awareness about Veteran suicides and visit American Legion posts along...
“The Promised Land”: A New Documentary About Veteran Homelessness and VA Failures
"The Promised Land," directed by Rebecca Murga, exposes the struggle of homeless Veterans at the West Los Angeles VA campus and the systemic failures to...
Clovis NightHawks Will Compete in the American Legion Regional Playoffs
The Clovis NightHawks Post 147 baseball team will represent California in the 2024 American Legion Regional Playoffs.
Federal Law Forces Disabled Veterans to Repay Separation Payouts, Leading to Financial Hardship
A federal law has forced nearly 122,000 disabled Veterans to repay special separation payouts, causing financial hardship for many.
VA Redesigns Burn Pit Research Registry to Improve Veteran Health Care
The VA redesigned the Burn Pit Research Registry to improve understanding and treatment of health issues faced by Veterans exposed to airborne hazards and burn...
Six Veterans Will Receive Keys to New Homes in Palmdale’s Veterans Enriched Neighborhood
Six Veterans and their families will receive keys to new homes in Palmdale's Veterans Enriched Neighborhood, a development that addresses Veteran homelessness.
San Diego Padres Catcher Kyle Higashioka Honored with Replica of Grandfather’s WWII Medal
San Diego Padres Catcher Kyle Higashioka visited the National Museum of the United States Army to accept a medal honoring his grandfather's World War II...
Blood Donation Opportunity at the New Orleans National Convention
Attendees of the 105th American Legion National Convention in New Orleans will have the opportunity to donate blood on August 23 and 26.
