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MILITARY


The members of Patrol Squadron Eight return to the loving arms of their families at Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Thursday morning -- and to the uncertainty of a federal government shutdown.

Squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment just as federal government shuts down

Read full article: Squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment just as federal government shuts down
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens as President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Defense secretary hosts 2025 National POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremony

Read full article: Defense secretary hosts 2025 National POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremony
Blue Star volunteers lend a hand to a new military family in the neighborhood.
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At ease: Behind every service member is a family that serves, too

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24 years later: Remembering 9/11 across Northeast Florida

Read full article: 24 years later: Remembering 9/11 across Northeast Florida

Thursday marks 24 years since the Sept. 11 terror attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people in New York City, at the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania.

Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and History | The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day
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The Eyes of the World: Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and History

Read full article: The Eyes of the World: Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and History

The Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital is proud to present The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. This extraordinary, one-night-only event will benefit Wolfson Children’s Hospital, making it an unforgettable evening of history, music, and purpose.

Wounded Warrior Project offers surf camps for veterans

Healing on the water: How one veteran found peace through surfing and support

Read full article: Healing on the water: How one veteran found peace through surfing and support

For Navy and Army veteran Leslie De La Serna, the toughest battles didn’t end in Afghanistan — they began when he got home. Now the Wounded Warrior Project is helping him heal those wounds.

Carson LaGrange was Miles for Military's 100th flier.

‘I’m excited to be back’: Senior airman flown home by charity for military family reunion in Jacksonville

Read full article: ‘I’m excited to be back’: Senior airman flown home by charity for military family reunion in Jacksonville

A U.S. Air Force Senior Airman was flown home by a charity Saturday morning for a special military family reunion after being away for over two years.

Kitchen fire, termites, failed pipes forced disabled Marine Sgt. Roy Wilbur out of his home

Veteran moves back into St. Augustine home after getting help from local groups who made it livable again

Read full article: Veteran moves back into St. Augustine home after getting help from local groups who made it livable again

After a difficult year, disabled Marine veteran Sgt. Roy Wilbur is excited to sleep in his own bed and cook in his new kitchen.

New Zealand army officer cadets move on exercise in the Waiouru training area in the central North Island of New Zealand, May 6, 2022. (Corporal Naomi James/NZDF via AP)

A soldier in New Zealand is sentenced to two years in military prison for attempted espionage

Read full article: A soldier in New Zealand is sentenced to two years in military prison for attempted espionage

A New Zealand soldier, who pleaded guilty to attempted espionage, has been sentenced Wednesday to two years in military prison followed by discharge from the army.

New Zealand army officer cadets move on exercise in the Waiouru training area in the central North Island of New Zealand, May 6, 2022. (Corporal Naomi James/NZDF via AP)

A soldier admits to attempted espionage in New Zealand's first spying conviction

Read full article: A soldier admits to attempted espionage in New Zealand's first spying conviction

A New Zealand soldier has admitted to attempted espionage in a military court.

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‘He is my hero’: Father talks about the unbreakable bond with his son, a sailor who was declared lost at sea

Read full article: ‘He is my hero’: Father talks about the unbreakable bond with his son, a sailor who was declared lost at sea

The father of a U.S. Navy Sailor from Middleburg who went missing while serving on the USS George Washington (CVN-73) talked about memories and the unbreakable bond with his son.

After 45 hours of rescue efforts, crews suspended the search for Airman Jose Antonio Rivera Lynch IV on July 30

Navy sailor from Middleburg declared ‘lost at sea’ while serving aboard USS George Washington in Australia

Read full article: Navy sailor from Middleburg declared ‘lost at sea’ while serving aboard USS George Washington in Australia

A U.S. Navy sailor from Middleburg was declared “lost at sea” while he served aboard the USS George Washington (CVN 73) in Australia in late July, according to his family.

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Community invited to honor fallen soldiers as part of Purple Heart Day ceremony near Veterans Memorial Wall

Read full article: Community invited to honor fallen soldiers as part of Purple Heart Day ceremony near Veterans Memorial Wall

Members of the Jacksonville community are invited to honor the brave men and women who were injured or lost their lives while serving in the U.S. military on Thursday near the city’s Veterans Memorial Wall.

A booking photo shows suspected Fort Stewart shooter Quornelius Radford when he was arrested for driving under the influence in May. He was booked into the Liberty County Jail in Georgia.

Army sergeant from Jacksonville shot 5 fellow soldiers at Fort Stewart before being tackled, arrested: officials

Read full article: Army sergeant from Jacksonville shot 5 fellow soldiers at Fort Stewart before being tackled, arrested: officials

An Army sergeant who is from Jacksonville opened fire at Fort Stewart in Georgia on Wednesday, shooting five soldiers and prompting a brief lockdown at one of the country’s largest Army bases, officials said.

The American Flag Rescue Program provides residents with a respectful way to retire worn or damaged flags

St. Johns County flag rescue program secures 20,000th American flag for dignified ceremony

Read full article: St. Johns County flag rescue program secures 20,000th American flag for dignified ceremony

More than 20,000 American flags have been rescued from trash cans and collected from drop-off boxes throughout St. Johns County, thanks to a collaboration between veterans and the county’s Solid Waste Division.

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USS The Sullivans sailors reunite with loved ones at Naval Station Mayport after 8-month deployment

Read full article: USS The Sullivans sailors reunite with loved ones at Naval Station Mayport after 8-month deployment

There was no shortage of hugs, kisses, and happy tears at Naval Station Mayport this morning, as more than 300 sailors from the USS The Sullivans finally returned home after an eight-month deployment.

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‘It’s about legacy’: Veteran raising funds to restore fallen Marine’s truck, give it to his son for his 15th birthday

Read full article: ‘It’s about legacy’: Veteran raising funds to restore fallen Marine’s truck, give it to his son for his 15th birthday

A Marine Corps veteran launched a fundraiser to restore the truck of a fellow Marine who was killed while serving the country 15 years ago.

Michelle Poitier is testifying at a Department of Education public hearing on Monday.

Jacksonville veteran testifies in Washington about Dept. of Education cuts

Read full article: Jacksonville veteran testifies in Washington about Dept. of Education cuts

A Jacksonville Navy veteran is sounding the alarm, warning that veterans could be left defenseless against predatory colleges and lending practices without the Department of Education.

Israeli air defense system fires to intercept missiles during an Iranian attack over Tel Aviv, Israel, Saturday, June 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Leo Correa)

Tell Us: Do you have family living or serving in the Middle East during escalating conflicts? What are your concerns?

Read full article: Tell Us: Do you have family living or serving in the Middle East during escalating conflicts? What are your concerns?

We want to know: If you have family living or serving in the Middle East right now, what are your concerns amid the troubling conflict?

NEWS HEADLINES


FILE - Joan Kennedy smiles following an interview in Boston, Dec. 5, 1979. (AP Photo/Dave Tenenbaum, file)
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Joan Kennedy, first wife of Sen. Edward Kennedy, has died

Read full article: Joan Kennedy, first wife of Sen. Edward Kennedy, has died
FILE - Tennessee state lawmaker Rep. Justin Pearson, D-Memphis, speaks with reporters after meeting with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, April 24, 2023. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
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"Tennessee Three" Democrat announces bid for Congress against longtime representative from Memphis

Read full article: "Tennessee Three" Democrat announces bid for Congress against longtime representative from Memphis
FILE - International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva speaks during a news conference during the World Bank/IMF Annual Meetings in Washington, Oct. 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)
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IMF chief warns of economic uncertainty and offers this advice: 'Buckle up'

Read full article: IMF chief warns of economic uncertainty and offers this advice: 'Buckle up'
This image released by Netflix shows Idris Elba in a scene from "A House of Dynamite." (Netflix via AP)
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In ‘A House of Dynamite,' Kathryn Bigelow explores 18 minutes that decide the fate of civilization

Read full article: In ‘A House of Dynamite,' Kathryn Bigelow explores 18 minutes that decide the fate of civilization
FILE - The Department of Justice seals is seen during a news conference at the DOJ office in Washington, May 16, 2023. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)

Jacksonville property management company to pay for illegally charging military tenants: DOJ

Read full article: Jacksonville property management company to pay for illegally charging military tenants: DOJ

A Jacksonville-based property management company will pay more than $64,000 in compensation and penalties after the U.S. Department of Justice found it violated federal law by charging early termination fees to military servicemembers

From left, Aviation Machinist's Mate Senior Chief Dan Reyes and his daughter, U.S. Midshipmen 2nd Class Gabriella Reyes, from Miami, Florida, pose for a photo during a vertical replenishment on the fantail aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the South China Sea, June 10, 2025. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S. Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Frankie M. Guage)

Senior Chief Reyes serves alongside daughter Midshipman Reyes aboard USS Nimitz, celebrating Navy family legacy

Read full article: Senior Chief Reyes serves alongside daughter Midshipman Reyes aboard USS Nimitz, celebrating Navy family legacy

In the Navy, many toss around the word “family” casually. Divisions become families. Departments become families. Berthing members become families. Co-workers who spend 18 hours a day working together and another six sleeping near each other become family members.

Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at a news conference before signing several bills to support Florida veterans.

Gov. DeSantis signs 3 bills supporting Florida’s nearly 1.5 million veterans

Read full article: Gov. DeSantis signs 3 bills supporting Florida’s nearly 1.5 million veterans

Gov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to hold a news conference at 10 a.m. Friday at the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans’ Nursing Home in Port Charlotte.

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‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas

Read full article: ‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas

The “Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 72 will return to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Saturday evening after eight months overseas with Carrier Air Wing.

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‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron to return to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas

Read full article: ‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron to return to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas

The “Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 72 will return to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Saturday evening after eight months overseas with Carrier Air Wing.

Memorial Day event at nation’s 2nd largest veterans memorial wall

‘I’m grateful’: Gold Star Families honored at annual Memorial Day observance in Jacksonville

Read full article: ‘I’m grateful’: Gold Star Families honored at annual Memorial Day observance in Jacksonville

The city's yearly Memorial Day tradition is a heartfelt tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

If you come to Memorial Park in Riverside this weekend, you're going to see a lot of flags. In fact, 480 of them.

Hundreds of flags placed around Memorial Park in Riverside ahead of the holiday honor all kinds of heroes

Read full article: Hundreds of flags placed around Memorial Park in Riverside ahead of the holiday honor all kinds of heroes

Hundreds of flags have been placed all around Memorial Park in Riverside.

LSF Health Systems’ Peer Support Program has helped 4,600 first responders since June 2022

‘Meeting them where they’re at’: How a former EMT is now a beacon of hope as a first responder peer support specialist

Read full article: ‘Meeting them where they’re at’: How a former EMT is now a beacon of hope as a first responder peer support specialist

Since launching its First Responder Peer Support Program in June 2022, LSF Health Systems has answered calls from over 4,600 EMS professionals, law enforcement, firefighters and their families across 20 counties in Northeast and North Central Florida.

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The Memorial Day flag etiquette you need to know

Read full article: The Memorial Day flag etiquette you need to know

We often show respect by displaying flags on Memorial Day, but many don’t know the special flag traditions and etiquette for the day.

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Volunteers needed Thursday to place flags on gravesites for Memorial Day at Jacksonville National Cemetery

Read full article: Volunteers needed Thursday to place flags on gravesites for Memorial Day at Jacksonville National Cemetery

Staff at Jacksonville National Cemetery are asking for volunteers of all ages to come out Thursday to help with the traditional placing of U.S. flags on gravesites in recognition of Memorial Day.

Gil Berrios was a Signalman 2nd class aboard the USS Stark and survived the missile attack.

‘Nobody knew what happened’: USS Stark survivor recounts harrowing attack 38 years ago in Persian Gulf

Read full article: ‘Nobody knew what happened’: USS Stark survivor recounts harrowing attack 38 years ago in Persian Gulf

It was 38 years ago this week that 37 brave sailors aboard the USS Stark gave their lives during a catastrophic missile attack in the Persian Gulf.

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Blue Angels to roar through skies this weekend at Golden Isles Air Show in Glynn County

Read full article: Blue Angels to roar through skies this weekend at Golden Isles Air Show in Glynn County

One of the main attractions will be the thrilling performance of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, renowned for their breathtaking aerial displays.

48 hours after the I-TEAM reached out, the VA finally disbursed benefits payments

Veteran mistakenly declared dead by VA fights for benefits, recognition: ‘I’m still alive’

Read full article: Veteran mistakenly declared dead by VA fights for benefits, recognition: ‘I’m still alive’

A local Army veteran is speaking out after being mistakenly declared dead by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), saying the error has left him without disability benefits, healthcare, or recognition from the very agency meant to support him.

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Jacksonville is the best city in the nation for VA loan accessibility: study

Read full article: Jacksonville is the best city in the nation for VA loan accessibility: study

According to a recent study conducted by Upgradedpoints.com, Jacksonville was named the best city in the nation for VA loan accessibility, topping the study at a whopping 85%.

Operation Barnabas and Operation Lifeline join forces to create Clay County’s first permanent supportive housing for veterans

‘I don’t want to die like that’: Veteran finds hope and housing after years of homelessness

Read full article: ‘I don’t want to die like that’: Veteran finds hope and housing after years of homelessness

Ken Hearda, 80, is one of the 135 veterans who were experiencing homelessness in 2024. Now, he's got a life-changing opportunity, thanks to Operation Barnabas and Operation Lifeline in Clay County.

Naval Air Station Jacksonville

Unexploded ordnance causes temporary evacuation at NAS Jacksonville

Read full article: Unexploded ordnance causes temporary evacuation at NAS Jacksonville

Personnel from certain parts of Naval Air Station Jacksonville had to be evacuated for about 2 hours on Thursday after crews found unexploded ordnance while repairing concrete slabs.

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Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall arrives in Callahan, offering healing and closure for veterans and families

Read full article: Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall arrives in Callahan, offering healing and closure for veterans and families

A memorial commemorating the Vietnam War will arrive in Callahan on Thursday. The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, also known as “The Wall that Heals,” is a three-fifths scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.

K9s for Warriors helped craft the Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act

New proposed legislation would give funds to nonprofits to train more service dogs for veterans with disabilities

Read full article: New proposed legislation would give funds to nonprofits to train more service dogs for veterans with disabilities

Several bipartisan Senators and K9s for Warriors introduced a bill last week that would give funds to eligible nonprofit organizations that provide service dogs to eligible veterans suffering from some disabilities.

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‘Tridents’ air squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment

Read full article: ‘Tridents’ air squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment

News4JAX will be on base today as the “Tridents” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 26 are welcomed home by their families following a six-month deployment.

Saturday marks 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War

‘Welcome Home’: Vietnam War veterans honored during ceremony on USS Orleck

Read full article: ‘Welcome Home’: Vietnam War veterans honored during ceremony on USS Orleck

Saturday will mark 50 years since the last United States troops left Vietnam, officially ending the war. On Friday, there was a special ceremony on the USS Orleck to honor those veterans.

Lois Day was a trailblazer and part of the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service, better known as the WAVES

A lasting legacy: The story of Jacksonville grandmother who was a trailblazer for women in the military

Read full article: A lasting legacy: The story of Jacksonville grandmother who was a trailblazer for women in the military

Lois Day was a trailblazer and part of the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service, better known as the WAVES.

Veterans will ride over 35 miles over two days in Jacksonville and St. Augustine.

Dozens of veterans from across the country ride through Jacksonville for Wounded Warrior Project’s Soldier Ride

Read full article: Dozens of veterans from across the country ride through Jacksonville for Wounded Warrior Project’s Soldier Ride

Veterans will ride over 35 miles over two days in Jacksonville and St. Augustine.

Annual charity walk Saturday in Jacksonville Beach raises money for 14 different suicide prevention groups

‘Count your blessings every day’: Organizer of 2.2-mile walk for veteran suicide prevention says he’s driven to help

Read full article: ‘Count your blessings every day’: Organizer of 2.2-mile walk for veteran suicide prevention says he’s driven to help

The fifth annual 2.2-mile walk starts at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Seawalk Pavilion at 75 1st St. North.

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