


Thousands of military families use child care app devised by airman
The app allows parents to sublet their child care spaces when they’re temporarily away, connecting them to other eligible DOD families who need the care.

Pentagon & Congress
Senate leaders set May 7 hearing to review VA budget, reform plans
VA Secretary Dog Collins will face sharp questions about his department overhaul efforts from the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee next month.

Marine Corps wants $13M for automated war zone air delivery drones
The systems are designed to carry payloads of up to 150 pounds over distances of up to nine miles in containers secured underneath.

Jan. 6 US Capitol attacker gets 14 years for pepper spraying cops
A Kentucky man who stormed the US Capitol with his wife gets record-setting 14 years in prison for attacking police officers with pepper spray.

Reddit post leads to top Army leaders crashing soldier’s reenlistment
What better way to celebrate your final reenlistment than to have two of the Army's most senior leaders take part?

Navy creates new security forces billet for enlisted sailors
The new billet, installation security specialist, or 815A, aims to bolster security and prevent unauthorized base access.

George Ham Cannon: a WWII Medal of Honor Marine with the best name
Semper Ham Cannon.

Central Command’s top spokesman under inspector general investigation
The spokesman, Army Col. Joe Buccino, is suspended while the investigation proceeds.

VA doctor indicted for sexually assaulting multiple patients
Law enforcement officials said at least four women were abused by the physician.

Sailor’s suicide prompts new, speedier process for troops seeking help
A new referral process for mental health services is designed to be confidential and streamlined.

Hill AFB day care staff under investigation for alleged child abuse
A dozen workers under investigation have been pulled from the classroom.
