They're an unlikely team: a recently-hired police officer from Tanzania and an Army veteran born and raised in Ocala tackling crime together in one of the city's roughest spots - Berkeley Pointe apartments.

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs announced several resources for veterans who were impacted by Hurricane Milton.

The Orlando VA is set to host a 9/11 ceremony to remember the lives lost during the Sept. 11 terrorist attack on the U.S.

National Hire a Veteran Day, observed annually on July 25, serves as a poignant reminder to employers nationwide to prioritize hiring individuals who have bravely served our country.

Hundreds of our nation’s bravest men and women are in town for the Military Order of the Purple Heart’s 91st Annual Conference.

Students who are part of a summer enrichment program are getting hands-on experience with emerging technologies while also learning lessons about the past.

Robert Ronscka spent 28 years in the Navy leading men and women while being in charge of 10 Los Angeles class nuclear submarines, but he’s on a new mission as a speaker and author.

Nationwide shortages of Trulicity, Ozempic and other diabetic drugs have been going on for months due to several factors, including people using the drugs for weight loss.

Trooper Steve and James 'Goose' Gosselin explain why this assignment is one of the highlights of their respective careers

It’s a special honor for a special guy during a special time. Peter Durante is celebrating his 100th birthday this week.

Jodie Sweezey discovered military history in her teens, but waited until after she graduated college to join the military, a decision partly shaped by her father who served in Vietnam.

Trooper Steve and photojournalist James 'Goose' Gosselin document their 19-hour mission to honor our heroes

French schoolchildren have greeted dozens of U.S. World War II veterans with a big poster saying ‘’thank you'' as they arrived on Monday in Normandy.

Rishi Sharma runs a non-profit and YouTube channel called “Remember World War II with Rishi Sharma”

Patriot Service Dogs is looking for 10 volunteers on the Space Coast for their two-month Service Dog Summer School

Rodriquez Benjamin, 40, spent 6 years in the U.S. Army, including two deployments in Iraq – the first for 15 months and the second for 14 months.

WKMG’s Steven Montiero joined several veterans on an Honor Flight bound for the nation’s capital on Saturday.

John Marsack isn’t in the military anymore, but this U.S. Navy veteran continues to serve his country in a heroic way.

Lou Conter, the last living survivor of the USS Arizona battleship that exploded and sank during the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, has died.

Sonja Stribling talks about her 21-year military career, transforming her life and helping thousands of women do the same.

Andy is extremely passionate about serving veterans and is well-versed about their needs and how people can get involved through volunteering, especially with our biggest volunteer need, the DAV transportation network.

Honor Flight Central Florida held its biggest fundraiser, “Hot Rods for Heroes,” on Saturday.

Some Seminole County veterans now have extra money in their pockets thanks to Seminole County Veterans' Services.

“Once I gave my life to God, I started to show up to things,” Will Castillo said. “I kept showing up and kept showing up and eventually, I ended up going to the top of the track. Now I compete throughout the world representing the U.S.A.”

One of the largest-ever expansions to veterans' healthcare means millions more will be eligible for VA health care years sooner

DAV helps veterans get their benefits, and offers several assistance programs on everything from careers to medical appointment transportation

Marc Spittler and Henry Pruitt served their country at different times, and in different branches of services, but both have found that military camaraderie again through the Military Tennis Program.

Lt. Madison Marsh was crowned as the new Miss America on Sunday at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando.

Ashley and Daniel McCaffrey are both U.S. Air Force veterans who not only share the bond of marriage, but the understanding of the trauma that can sometimes come with defending our country.

A Central Florida Vietnam War veteran is struggling to find housing after one apartment complex told him he needed to make three times the monthly rent in income despite having a housing voucher.

A World War II veteran is turning 104 years old, and on Saturday Oviedo and Seminole County residents turned out to wish him a happy birthday.

Author Walt Larimore expands on At First Light, which tells the true story of a World War II hero, his bravery and an amazing horse

Not sure what to do after high school, Matt Winstel and a friend joined the U.S. Navy on the buddy program and “the rest was 26 years of Naval lore.”

Staff Sgt. Franklin Hall was 21 years old when he died. His remains were identified earlier this year — around 80 years after his death.

A retired Air Force veteran now living in Volusia County reminisces on his time providing security for former first lady Rosalynn Carter.

Miliary officials say a U.S. Army Air Force gunner’s remains have been accounted for nearly eight decades after the heavy bomber he was flying in was shot down over France during World War II.

The University of Central Florida will hold a mid-week event ahead of Veterans Day to honor alumni who have served their country.

Many Central Florida communities are honoring our veterans this Veterans Day

Guests visiting Disney’s Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Monday morning got the rare chance to see the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds.

Veteran Winston E. Scott served over 26 years in the U.S. Navy, with seven of those years spent as a NASA astronaut.

The Orlando VA Healthcare System announced a partnership with Disney to host an enrollment and health fair later this month.

Widows group aims to help veterans, surviving spouses, children file before August 2024 deadline

Michelle James works to spread awareness of the toxic water at Camp Lejeune and how veterans and their families can fight for compensation

Susie Coates continues to fight for compensation after her husband's death with the help of the Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Widows

Carmen Garcia's husband died after serving at Camp Lejeune; now she's concerned about her son who spent time on base as a toddler

Jenny Rimmer finds help from Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Widows group to file for compensation under Camp Lejeune Justice Act 2022

Karen Swindler advocates for other widows while remembering and honoring her husband

Debbie Martin urges other Camp Lejeune widows to file for their benefits and file under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022

Sheila Henson is hoping to be awarded in Camp Lejeune Justice Act lawsuit after husband dies from cancer at age 42

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs teams up with the Ad Council to offer resources to veterans

When Yomari Cruz returned home after serving in Afghanistan with the U.S. Army, she found herself struggling with adjusting back to civilian life.

The holidays are coming up sooner than you think.

Members of the Orlando Citizens Police Review Board are getting some of their questions answered following the death of William Sellers.

Brent Tucker, the owner of First Responder’s Coffee Company, dedicated much of his adult life to serving his country.

Veterans more likely to develop ALS, studies show, especially those with family history

Dozens gathered on Tuesday to welcome U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Matthew Cable and his wife Ensley to their new neighborhood in DeBary.

After spending time in the Navy ROTC program at Boone High School, Veronika Tuskowski joined the Marines in July 2001 after her senior year.

Paul Barton honored as part of VFW #StillServing campaign

A historic tugboat built in DeLand in 1944 has made its final voyage back into Volusia County after being in Europe for 79 years.

K9s for Warriors offers trained service dogs to military veterans

Snooky Park named after Atticus "Snooky" Blanton, who served aboard the USS Arizona

In 1942, President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Navy Women’s Reserve Act into law which created what was commonly known as the WAVES – Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service.

When you first meet Larry Johns, the first thing you notice is his smile. So you probably wouldn’t guess he has served the country for decades, and now, serves his community as a social worker.

He may be 94 years old, but Korean War veteran Johnnie Kelly’s memory is sharper than most people half his age.

Partnerships are enhancing the services and work done to help veterans beat the disease

Art form used in therapy sessions at Lake Nona VA Domiciliary helps veterans open up

Dozens of people set out Saturday to help a severely-injured Army veteran as he and his family prepare to move into their new home in Kissimmee.

A career serving his county in the United States Air Force inspired one Central Florida veteran to continue giving back to his community.

Honor Flights transport veterans to Washington D.C. memorials and volunteers can greet them on homecoming to honor them

A 100-year-old World War II veteran was honored by the Orlando City Council during its Monday afternoon meeting.

Inaugural Long Eagle Honor Flight to take off April 12-14

Gov. Ron DeSantis has ordered three state buildings to lower the state flag at half-staff to honor the memory and military service of Col. Joseph Kittinger, according to a release sent out on Friday.

A local World War II veteran celebrated his 105th birthday with friends and family on Monday.

CareerSource’s 10th annual “Paychecks for Patriots” job fair kicked off at Full Sail University on Thursday.

More than 40 companies hiring at November 9 event

Children of Fallen Heroes honors families who have made the ultimate sacrifice by putting children through school

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds soared over Walt Disney World Thursday.

Group visits same McDonald's daily and honors employee for her great service.

News 6 wants to get results for Central Florida veterans.

Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Herman Cole has led a life of service that brought him here to Central Florida

Joseph Spadaro, who is kindly referred to by family and friends as “Papa Joe,” turned 100 years old Thursday at an Oviedo restaurant surrounded by loved ones.

An Orlando World War II veteran wants to help others who served but may have been forgotten.

Christina McConnell had no idea what the term “Review Duplicates “meant until retired Army Sgt. Thomas Baker, a long-time friend, contacted News 6 and Make Ends Meet to learn a similar request had been issued in July.

After three years of living under hazardous health conditions, James Northcote, a 90-year-old U.S. Marine Corps veteran received the keys to his brand-new home in Volusia County.

A Christmas tree, decorations, and dozens of gifts were all placed outside her home for her children to see. Home Depot surprises local veteran's families ahead of the holidays. Home Depot surprises local veteran's families ahead of the holidays. (Image: Ezzy Castro/WKMG) (WKMG 2020)But despite the tears, Brantley and her family said Christmas is not just about gifts or giving, it’s something way more special than that. The Home Depot Foundation and Volunteers of America Florida were able to donate gifts to two other veteran families in Brevard County.

104-year-old veteran receives hundreds of thousands of Valentine’s Day cardsPublished: February 14, 2020, 8:42 am104-year-old Major Bill White was hoping to gather about a hundred Valentine's Day cards to add to his scrapbook collection.