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VA to resume collecting pharmacy co-pays for thousands of vets
Co-payments for outpatient pharmacy services have been paused for several years at some locations.
Army grants 271 recruits a second chance through medical waiver pilot
An Army pilot program has given a second chance at military service to hundreds of prospective recruits who were previously denied waivers.
By Hope Hodge Seck
Virginia Senate fails to pass bill on military tuition program
Military families are urging lawmakers to reverse changes to a state tuition waiver program for spouses and children of fallen or disabled service members.
By Graham Moomaw, Virginia Mercury
Army veteran found guilty of faking paralysis to get VA benefits
The jury found former soldier William Rich guilty on six counts.
As troops struggle to find child care, 24-hour centers offer help
Around-the-clock child care centers offer peace of mind for troops who work odd hours or are deployed. But the military says it has no plans to add more.
By Karen Jowers
More of the Air Force’s toughest enlisted jobs qualify for bonus pay
The Air Force and Space Force have approved more job specialties for special duty bonuses in the coming fiscal year.
VA chief of staff stepping down from leadership post next month
Kimberly Jackson has served as the VA's top advisor since last fall, and will leave the post in mid-July.
What troops need to know about Tricare in 2024
Learn about Tricare and more in Military Times' 2024 Pay and Benefits Guide.
By Karen Jowers
What troops need to know about life insurance in 2024
Learn about life insurance and more in Military Times' 2024 Pay and Benefits Guide.
By Karen Jowers
Army vet still paying the price for bad paper discharge for being gay
LGBTQ veterans and advocates want justice for discrimination and are frustrated that an upcoming VA change for bad paper discharges may not achieve that.
By Ann Marshall-Chalmers, The War Horse