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Hasan Continues to be Paid

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Shocking numbers show since the 2009 Fort Hood shooting accused gunman Nidal Hasan has received $278,000 in pay from the Army. More>>

Last Surviving Pilot From Midway Shares His Story Video included

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The last surviving pilot from the historic Battle of Midway is right here in Texas. 97-year old Jack Kleiss gives a firsthand account of the battle that is known as the turning point for WWII in the More>>

Marine Reunited with Bomb Dog He Served with Overseas Video included

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A Marine had a very specific request.

He wanted Iowa leaders to help him reunite with a friend he served with in Afghanistan and things quickly took a turn in his favor.
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Fort Campbell's Sexual Assault Response Program Manager is Arrested

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Fort Campbell's Sexual Assault Response Program Manager is arrested. More>>

Furloughs on Fort Hood Take Effect in July Video included

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New information on furloughs to civilian workers on Fort Hood. More>>

Former III Corps Commander Talks Future Of The Army Video included

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Former Fort Hood III Corps Commander General Robert Cone made his way back to Killeen Thursday. General Cone talked about the future of the Army with local officials and members of the Association of the United States Army.
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Budget Cuts Not as Bad as First Expected Video included

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Civilians who work on Fort Hood may not be affected as badly by forced budget cuts as first thought. More>>

Military Qualifications Getting Tougher

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Getting into the Military isn't as easy as it used to be. More>>

Allegations Against Fort Hood Sexual Assault Prevention Program Coordinator Video included

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A Fort Hood sergeant assigned to help prevent sexual assaults is now being investigated for sexual abuse. Now an overhaul of all the military's sexual assault prevention programs is underway. The Army More>>

Mock Explosion on Fort Hood

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There was an explosion on Fort Hood today. Not a real, one but a mock explosion. It was a full scale force protection exercise with simulated explosions in Harker Heights, Central Texas College, and More>>

Next Pretrial Hearing for Hasan Case is Scheduled for May 29

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The judge in the accused Fort Hood shooter trial has set a date for the next pretrial hearing. More>>

Army Sergeant Found Guilty of Premeditated Murder Video included

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An Army sergeant has been found guilty of premeditated murder for shooting five of his comrades. More>>

Fort Hood General Promoted While Deployed in Afghanistan Video included

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A Fort Hood general receives a major promotion in Afghanistan. More>>

Wounded Soldiers Compete in 4th Annual Warrior Games

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U.S. servicemen and women injured in battle are making last minute preparations for the 4th Annual Warrior Games. More>>

Marines on Alert If U.S. Personnel Evacuate Libya

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Several dozen combat-ready U.S. Marines stationed in southern Spain have been put on alert to potentially move into Libya and assist in the evacuation of American personnel if the unrest grows there in the coming days, a senior military official confirms to CNN. More>>

Soldiers Of The Month Among Best In Army Video included

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The annual Best Ranger competition at Fort Benning is basically the Army Olympics. It's 62 hours straight of grueling physical, technical and tactical tests, including about 70 miles of running and marching. "The More>>

Investigation Launched Into Allegations of Misconduct by NATO Troops in Afghanistan Video included

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Allegations of misconduct by NATO troops in Afghanistan has forced the U.S.-led military coalition to launch an investigation. More>>

Air Force Officer Accused of Sexual Assault

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The officer in charge of preventing sexual assaults in the Air Force is now accused of committing one. More>>

Air Force's Sex-Abuse Prevention Honcho Charged With Sexual Battery

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The Air Force official in charge of its sexual-assault policies was arrested for groping, authorities said Monday. More>>

DOD Announces Texas Airman Among Plane Crash Casualties

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A Texas airman is among three dead in a plane crash in Kyrgzstan. More>>

Air Strikes Continue in Syria, Officials Worry About Future Attacks Video included

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Israel launched more air strikes in Syria today. More>>

Brig General Katz: Five More U.S. Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan Video included

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An ISAF spokesperson confirmed the death of five U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan today. More>>

American Military Plane Crashes in Kyrgyzstan

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An American military refueling plane took off and crashed in Kyrgyzstan on Friday, Kyrgyz and U.S. officials said. More>>

Government Union Workers Picket at Fort Hood's Main Gate Video included

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Government union workers went to the picket lines yesterday at the Fort Hood main gate. More>>

White House Partnership Pushes for Hiring of Veterans Video included

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There is good news for the country's veterans. More>>

Taliban Not Involved in Fatal Afghanistan Plane Crash Video included

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Seven soldiers were killed when their cargo plane crashed in Afghanistan. More>>

Prosthetics Advances Made For War Hold Hope For Boston Victims

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Boston Marathon spectators who lost limbs in the bombings stand to benefit from years of advances in prosthetic medicine made at Walter Reed Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Md. More>>

New Program Helps Military Members Get Credentials for High-Tech Jobs Video included

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There are now new tools to help military service members get credentials for high-tech jobs. More>>

Hagel: Evidence of Chemical Weapon Use in Syria Video included

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Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel says the U.S. has evidence that chemical weapons have been used in Syria. More>>

Fort Hood Soldier Speaks Out After Arrest Video Goes Viral

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A Youtube video of a local soldier's arrest goes viral. Back on March 16, Master Sergeant CJ Grisham was arrested in west Temple and his guns were taken away. Police were called out when a concerned More>>

Fort Hood Soldier Dies From Injuries Received in Motorcycle Crash

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Fort Hood has released the name of a Fort Hood soldier who passed away from injuries he received in a motorcycle accident on April 14. More>>

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