After this weekend’s episode of Saturday Night Live, Pete Davidson faced backlash for his unfunny comments about Texas GOP candidate Dan Crenshaw. Crenshaw, a former Navy SEAL, wears an eye patch, and at one point during “Weekend Update” Davidson makes a joke about the veteran’s appearance. “You may be surprised to hear he’s a congressional candidate in Texas and not […]
The after-shock of releasing a bomb of this magnitude will reverberate further than a physical assessment after the dust settles.
(RNN) – Celebrities answered the call to participate in the 22 Pushup Challenge and raise awareness for PTSD and other mental conditions afflicting veterans. Actor Chris Pratt responded Friday to a fan’s request on Twitter to participate, posting a video of him and his wife, actress Anna Faris, doing pushups. He forwarded the challenge to […]
A North Carolina judge sentenced a veteran with PTSD to jail overnight and joined him in the cell. The judge wanted to hold the vet accountable, but was also concerned how the former soldier would respond to isolation.
Quicken Loans Arena will be hosting a free expo in January for veterans and military spouses on finding jobs and career advice. The event will take place Monday,…
The name Emma Didlake may not be one that you readily recognize, but it’s definitely one you should know. It was 1943 when Didlake –…
Memorial Day has long been known as a holiday to celebrate and honor America’s soldiers. It’s also the holiday that officially kicks off summer, which is celebrated with cookouts, picnics and fun in the sun. And, to our delight, it also represents the return of white shoes, pants and dresses. But did you know that […]
Once called shell shock or battle fatigue syndrome, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious condition that can develop after a person has experienced or…
CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) – When we talked to veterans at Louis Stokes VA Hospital in Cleveland, they were shocked the facility was flagged by auditors in Washington, and they want answers, like the rest of the public. “I’m concerned. All our brothers are here, brothers in arms if you will, and I’d like to […]
CLEVELAND – Cuyahoga County is honoring veterans Monday and making it easier for them to claim benefits. The county will issue new identification cards making it easier for veterans to get a job, medical benefits, or apply for a home loan. It’s estimated there are 90,000 veterans in Cuyahoga County with various forms of military […]
Copyright © 2011 Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. CLEVELAND – Wal-Mart, the world’s largest retailer, is announcing plans Tuesday that it will hire more than 100,000 United States veterans over the next five years. The store’s plans were first announced by the New York Times. The announcement is expected to be delivered by president and […]