military families

On Jan. 23, 1968, the USS Pueblo was attacked and captured by North Korea in what became known as the "Pueblo Incident." Basehor, Kansas, resident Steve Woelk was injured in the attack and survived captivity as a prisoner of war.

Military members and their families are especially vulnerable to food insecurity, but Kansas City groups are providing a safety net. Plus: Missouri hemp producers are stuck in confusion after the delay of Gov. Mike Parson's ban on hemp-derived edibles.

A former Army captain shares how he celebrates the lives of soldiers who died under his command, and how Kansas Citians can take part in honoring military men and women who have died while serving this country.

Massive crowds are expected to surround Union Station for the NFL Draft this week. The Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors, a NFL Salute to Service Partner, invited one Kansas family to honor a service member killed in action by announcing the Chiefs' third-round draft pick.

Pfc. Willy F. James Jr. was among seven African American troops unjustly denied the country’s highest military award for valor during World War II. Veterans and service members at James' memorial shared their thoughts on his legacy.

The military provides career stability, but service members can be relocated any number of times. This often increases the financial strain on service members and their families.

In a visit to Fort Leonard Wood, part of the message from Gen. James McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army, was to find more soldiers without sacrificing talent.

Hundreds of bills targeting the LGBTQ community have been proposed across the country, leaving some military members, who have little say in their duty station, feeling unsafe.

Military health insurance has limitations on abortion services. If Roe v. Wade is overturned, service members will face increased challenges to receive an abortion.

Veterans were exposed to toxic air from burn pits overseas and comedian Jon Stewart and the Veterans of Foreign Wars say Congress needs to approve funds to treat them.

A collection of essays highlights the personal experiences of transgender people in the U.S. armed forces.

The study of military dependents found more than 40% reported low mental well-being, often because of separations and a lack of connections in their lives.