# service members (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover service members. Page: Feed: --- ## [USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier leaving Middle East after record-setting uninterrupted time at sea](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/uss-abraham-lincoln-aircraft-carrier-leaving-middle-east) _2026-08-21 · Mark.Richardson@fox.com (Mark Richardson) · Latest News | FOX 32_ The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and its 5,000 sailors and Marines are heading home after a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea and reports of crew stress and poor mental health. ## [Pentagon updates casualties: 757 injured in ongoing Iran conflict and overseas operations](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/pentagon-updates-casualty-count-iran-conflict) _2026-08-21 · Mark.Richardson@fox.com (Mark Richardson) · Latest News | FOX 32_ The number of U.S. military service members injured since the February 28 start of Operation Epic Fury and Overseas Operations has risen to 757, according to the Pentagon’s Defense Casualty Analysis System. ## [Pritzker presses Pentagon for answers on extended USS Abraham Lincoln deployment](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/pritzker-uss-abraham-lincoln-deployment) _2026-08-18 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is pressing the Trump administration for answers about the conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. ## [Expert analysis: Trump directs Pentagon to scale down military exercises with South Korea](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-u3xionr4pnx9z4x6) _2026-08-18 · Latest News | FOX 32_ North Central College professor William Muck discusses President Trump’s decision to scale down joint military exercises with South Korea and what it could mean for U.S. alliances and regional security. ## [AAFES boss leaves legacy of benefits for more veterans and stronger perks for all](https://www.navytimes.com/pay-benefits/mil-money/2026/08/17/aafes-boss-leaves-legacy-of-benefits-for-more-veterans-and-stronger-perks-for-all/) _2026-08-17 · Karen Jowers · Navy Times_ Tom Shull, who retired earlier this summer, was the longest-serving director in the military exchange service's 131-year history. ## [Former US Marine Robert Gilman returns home after 4 years in Russian prison](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-p2yoctil2vr8mrzu) _2026-08-17 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Northeastern political science professor Danielle Gilbert discusses Robert Gilman’s treatment in Russian prison, why he was released, his condition and the challenges of bringing other detained Americans home. ## [Trump scales back South Korea military drills, cites 'very good relationship' with Kim Jong Un](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/trump-scales-back-south-korea-military-drills-cites-very-good-relationship-kim-jong-un) _2026-08-17 · Nick.Viviani@fox.com (Nick Viviani) · Latest News | FOX 32_ President Donald Trump cited his “very good relationship" with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un when revealing the U.S. would scale back its role in military exercises with South Korea. ## [Chicago Air and Water Show 2026 rehearsal underway despite weather concerns](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-37p6ru5fax7jpbwk) _2026-08-14 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The Chicago Air and Water Show returns to the Lakefront starting with rehearsal Friday despite some weather delays. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus gives the update on rehearsal before the big event this weekend. ## [Trump admin says oil is moving through Strait of Hormuz as gas prices remain above $4](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-g2fq0ufl3as168dj) _2026-08-14 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The Trump administration says more oil is moving through the Strait of Hormuz and gas prices will fall, as Democrats raise concerns about the toll the conflict with Iran is taking on U.S. service members. ## [Chicago Air and Water Show returns to the lakefront this weekend](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-i0jsqo9o9pikdssw) _2026-08-13 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The Chicago Air and Water Show is back this weekend with high-flying aerobatics and speed along the lakefront. ## [Generate Viral Hot Takes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IooavXdSWv6r) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Get platform-optimized hot takes and rebuttals to spark debate and engagement ## [DoD to launch pilot for some service members to freeze sperm, eggs](https://www.navytimes.com/pay-benefits/2026/08/12/dod-to-launch-pilot-for-some-service-members-to-freeze-sperm-eggs/) _2026-08-12 · Patricia Kime · Navy Times_ The Pentagon will soon cover the cost for some service members to freeze their sperm or eggs. ## [Chicago Air and Water Show 2026: What you need to know](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago-air-water-show-2026-what-know) _2026-08-12 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The Chicago Air and Water Show is coming back for its 67th year. Find out who's performing, best places to watch, and how to get there. ## [Video shows US military tracking what appears to be mysterious object flying over Middle East in 2025](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/video-shows-us-military-tracking-what-appears-be-mysterious-object-flying-over-middle-east-2025) _2026-08-07 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The latest tranche of materials on unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) released by the U.S. government includes video of what appears to be an object traversing the skies last year over the Middle East. ## [‘Virtually all’ US long-range missiles used during Iran war, report says](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/virtually-all-us-long-range-missiles-used-during-iran-war-report-says) _2026-08-04 · Nick.Viviani@fox.com (Nick Viviani) · Latest News | FOX 32_ The U.S. has nearly depleted its stockpile of highly accurate long-range missiles, three sources tell Reuters. ## [Trump’s new commission will target quality of life for military spouses](https://www.navytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/08/03/trumps-new-commission-will-target-quality-of-life-for-military-spouses/) _2026-08-03 · Karen Jowers · Navy Times_ The new President's Military Spouse Commission, chaired by Jennifer Hegseth, is tasked with addressing persistent problems for military spouses. ## [Army offers bonuses topping $200K to keep aviation warrant officers in uniform](https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/2026/08/03/army-offers-bonuses-topping-200k-to-keep-aviation-warrant-officers-in-unform/) _2026-08-03 · Eve Sampson · Military Times_ Eligible Army pilots can earn up to nearly $210,000 in bonuses under a program designed to keep experienced aviators in uniform. ## [‘Good Samaritans’ beware: Scammers ramp up targeting of troops’ goodwill](https://www.navytimes.com/pay-benefits/mil-money/2026/07/31/good-samaritans-beware-scammers-ramp-up-targeting-of-troops-goodwill/) _2026-07-31 · Karen Jowers · Navy Times_ The father of a sailor is out to warn others in the military community about a “Good Samaritan” scam that cost his son thousands of dollars. ## [Program offering free food to moving military families expands to four more states](https://www.navytimes.com/pay-benefits/mil-money/2026/07/29/program-offering-free-food-to-moving-military-families-expands-to-four-more-states/) _2026-07-29 · Karen Jowers · Navy Times_ Military families relocating to four more areas can sign up for $125 worth of groceries and essentials. ## [Even $500 could make a difference for military childcare workers, researchers find](https://www.navytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/07/23/even-500-could-make-a-difference-for-military-childcare-workers-researchers-find/) _2026-07-23 · Karen Jowers · Navy Times_ Low pay is the leading reason military child care providers leave their jobs, but even a $500 bonus could help retain them, research found. ## [Military spouses can find jobs. Keeping careers is the hard part.](https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/07/17/military-spouses-can-find-jobs-keeping-careers-is-the-hard-part/) _2026-07-17 · Natalie Oliverio · Navy Times_ Unemployment among active-duty spouses actively seeking work climbed to 29.9% in 2025, up from 21.8% in 2023. ## [Know before it drops (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/GXXHYSX6pi9Y) _2026-07-17 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a show, artist, genre or rocket and get notified before release ## [The new military family: staying together while living apart](https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/07/17/the-new-military-family-staying-together-while-living-apart/) _2026-07-17 · Natalie Oliverio · Military Times_ The DoD does not recognize “geo-bachelor” as an official personnel status or maintain department-wide data on how many families live this way. ## [Bad actors use bogus offers to go after payouts to families affected by first atomic bomb test](https://www.navytimes.com/pay-benefits/2026/07/16/bad-actors-use-bogus-offers-to-go-after-payouts-to-families-affected-by-first-atomic-bomb-test/) _2026-07-16 · Richard Sisk · Navy Times_ Scam artists are targeting the $100,000 now available to eligible New Mexico victims of radiation exposure dating back to the Trinity blast. ## [Senators question whether military pharmacy program is the best deal for beneficiaries](https://www.navytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/07/16/senators-question-whether-military-pharmacy-program-is-the-best-deal-for-beneficiaries/) _2026-07-16 · Karen Jowers · Navy Times_ Senators raised concerns about the potential anti-competitive tactics of the military’s Tricare pharmacy program contractor, Express Scripts. ## [VA, HHS to increase psychedelic therapy research for PTSD, military-related mental health issues](https://www.navytimes.com/veterans/2026/07/14/va-hhs-to-increase-psychedelic-therapy-research-for-ptsd-military-related-mental-health-issues/) _2026-07-14 · Patricia Kime · Navy Times_ The agreement could help accelerate research into the use of MDMA, magic mushrooms and other psychedelics to address PTSD and other mental conditions. ## [Speaking Truth to Command: Why Expanding Military Whistleblower Protections Is About More Than Reporting Misconduct](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/speaking-truth-to-command-why-expanding) _2026-06-24 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ When a service member raises concerns about fraud, abuse, unsafe conditions, discrimination, or unlawful conduct, the expectation is simple: the military should investigate the problem, not punish the person who reported it. ## [Know Your Status, Know Your Orders: What Service Members Must Understand Before Domestic Deployment](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/know-your-status-know-your-orders) _2026-05-21 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ When the Mission Changes, So Do the Rules ## [Why Service Members Must Take Control of Their Discharge Story Before It’s Too Late](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/why-service-members-must-take-control) _2026-03-19 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ Your Record Is Your Voice ## [VA Form 21P-535 Parents Dependency and Indemnity Compensation VA DIC Parents Benefits VA Accrued Benefits Parents PACT Act Survivor Claims Military Survivor Benefits Parents VA Claims After Service Me](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/va-form-21p-535-parents-dependency) _2026-03-06 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ When the Call Comes: What Parents of Service Members Need to Know About Their Rights After a Death ## [They Served Anyway: Black Americans, Military Service, and the Measure of a Nation](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/they-served-anyway-black-americans) _2026-02-25 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ Black Americans in Military Service: Dedication, Sacrifice, and Enduring Legacy ## [When Treatment Becomes a Liability: Why Veterans Must Reject Disability Policies That Punish Care](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/when-treatment-becomes-a-liability) _2026-02-24 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ Veterans and Service Members Must Remain Vigilant in Defending Earned Rights ## [One OS for your AI workforce (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/NfgR38moO0Vx) _2026-02-24 · **Sponsored**_ Build, direct, and supervise an AI workforce from a single operating workspace. ## [Judge Reasserts the First Amendment and Protects Veteran Voices](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/judge-reasserts-the-first-amendment) _2026-02-12 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ In a striking rebuke to the Pentagon’s attempt to punish Senator Mark Kelly, U.S. ## [What the Erosion of the MSPB Means for Federal and Military Fairness](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/what-the-erosion-of-the-mspb-means) _2026-01-30 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ The MSPB system exists, but who is it serving now? ## [Who’s Who Behind the Amicus Brief and Why It Matters for Every Veteran](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/whos-who-behind-the-amicus-brief) _2026-01-28 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ Who Filed the Amicus Brief and Why Their Voices Matter ## [Constitution vs. Unlawful Retaliation: Why This Lawsuit Matters to Every Service Member](https://militarydefenselaw.substack.com/p/constitution-vs-unlawful-retaliation) _2026-01-16 · Military Defense · Military Defense Law Substack_ A constitutional line has been crossed, and every service member, veteran, and military family should be paying close attention.