'Military brat': Where did the term come from?
April 30 marks Military Brats Day.
Gov. DeSantis recognizes Bay Area students enlisting in military: 'I'm proud of you'
The newest members of the United States military received recognition at a ceremony in Tampa on Wednesday night.
Alligator on MacDill Air Force Base runway caught on camera being wrangled by FWC officers
An alligator may have been testing security at MacDill Air Force Base when the reptile wandered onto one of its runways.
US Marine dies in training accident in North Carolina
A U.S. Marine, Sgt. Colin Arslanbas, tragically lost his life in a training accident on April 18, as confirmed by military officials.
Iran missile attack spotlights Israel’s missile defense system – including ‘Iron Dome’
All eyes are on Israel following a barrage of drone and missile attacks by Iran over the weekend, as military and foreign policy experts weighed in on the success of Israel's defense system.
Electric aircrafts coming to MacDill Air Force Base in 2025
At the Tampa Bay Air Fest over the weekend, roaring planes were a thrilling sight. They also came with a lot of sound heard over South Tampa and beyond, but an unusual aircraft is coming to MacDill Air Force Base that is virtually silent.
Pearl Harbor’s last USS Arizona battleship survivor dies at 102
Lou Conter died in his California home on Monday from congestive heart failure, his daughter, Louann Daley, said.
Tampa Bay AirFest kicks off weekend of stunts at MacDill Air Force Base
The Tampa Bay AirFest at MacDill Air Force Base officially kicked off Friday with 75,000 people coming through the gates to see the show.
Tampa Bay AirFest returns to MacDill Air Force Base this weekend, event won't happen for next few years
Tampa Bay AirFest returns this week – and it’s the last one for a while due to upcoming construction at MacDill Air Force Base.
Tampa Bay AirFest opens Friday at MacDill Air Force Base
Tampa Bay AirFest is back in action at the MacDill Air Force Base, with opening ceremonies kicking off on Friday morning.
Tampa family hopes breakthrough DNA system can find World War II veterans' lost remains
Buddy Strickland was barely 17 years old when he enlisted in the Marines in 1941.
Pearl Harbor survivor Richard Higgins, one of few remaining, dies at 102
Higgins was a radioman assigned to a patrol squadron of seaplanes based at the Hawaii naval base when Japanese planes began dropping bombs on the morning of Dec. 7, 1941.
Flying Tiger Line Flight 739: The 62-year-old aviation mystery many have never heard of
Flying Tiger Line Flight 739 disappeared 62 years ago, resulting in the loss of nearly 100 U.S. Army soldiers.
VA-funded psychedelic therapy trials for PTSD could save lives, veteran organization says
Earlier this month, the Department of Veteran Affairs passed a new budget, which allocates money for psychedelic therapy to treat Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Trinity World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends
The Heritage Springs Community Clubhouse featured standard signs of a birthday celebration: Balloons, photos and cake. The man of the hour, however, has an extraordinary story.
Army Reserve soldier from Tampa dies while serving at a U.S. Embassy in Israel: Department of Defense
A U.S. Army Reserve soldier from Tampa died this week while supporting the United States Security Staff for the Department of State's U.S. Embassy in Israel.
Skyway 10K Race: About 8,000 participants run to support military families
The annual Skyway 10k started off stormy and soggy on Sunday morning, but racers didn't let it rain on their parade.
Army employee Janet Mello pleads guilty to stealing more than $100M from Army to purchase luxury items
Janet Yamanaka Mello, 57, pleaded guilty to five counts of mail fraud and five counts of filing a false tax return.
Community celebrates 10th anniversary of Sarasota National Cemetery's Patriot Plaza
Hundreds of veterans, family members, and members of the community celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Sarasota National Cemetery's Patriot Plaza on Saturday.
Balloon over US was likely hobbyist, officials says
The small balloon discovered flying over the U.S. Friday was likely a hobbyist balloon, officials said.