US Navy pilots shot down over Red Sea; US says it was 'friendly fire'

Two U.S. Navy pilots were shot down Sunday over the Red Sea in the most serious accident yet since American troops began targeting Yemen's Houthi rebels.

US Navy veteran buys first home at 78
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A nearly 80-year-old US Navy veteran born and raised in Houston recently bought his first home and the realtor who sold it to him is hoping to add on something else special. FOX 26's Damali Keith spoke to the veteran and realtor hoping to get help to get the home furnished in time for Christmas.

Pearl Harbor survivor Bob Fernandez dies at 100

Bob Fernandez was a 17-year-old sailor on board the USS Curtiss when the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor in 1941.

Pearl Harbor Day: US honors victims, survivors of attack on 83rd anniversary

Two survivors of the Pearl Harbor bombing — each 100 or older — are planning to return to the site Saturday to observe the anniversary of the attack.

Houston nonprofit sends holiday cheer to overseas military

A Houston-based nonprofit organization is sending care packages to U.S. military personnel stationed overseas, spreading holiday cheer and supporting troops year-round.

Nonprofit sends care packages to military overseas
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The Christmas holiday is around the corner and the nonprofit organization HOME is sending care packages filled with snacks, hygiene products, games, and handwritten letters to U.S. military personnel stationed overseas. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke with the organization and has information on how you can help.

Pete Hegseth for defense secretary: Trump nomination catches DC off guard

Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.

How does Pete Hegseth's experience compare to previous defense secretaries?

The nomination of Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary has left many wondering how his experience compares to people who have previously served.

Biden, Harris mark Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris commemorated Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery on Monday. It was Biden’s first public event with Harris since she lost the 2024 Election to Republican Donald Trump.

Veterans Day 2024: America's most patriotic cities

A new study ranks U.S. cities with a patriotism score based on commitment to their veteran communities.

US Marine Corps celebrating 249th birthday

The Marine Corps celebrates its birthday Sunday, marking when the Continental Marines were founded on that day in 1775 during the Revolutionary War.

'Make Camo Your Cause': Helping veterans
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For the fourth year, FOX is supporting US Veterans mission to combat America's homeless crisis through the 'Make Camo Your Cause' campaign and you can help. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez shows us how you can contribute.

Veterans Day: What's open and closed?

As the nation honors veterans on Monday, Nov. 11, some services may not be available, and here’s what’s open and closed in your area.

How you can 'Make Camo Your Cause' and help homeless veterans

FOX is partnering with U.S. VETS and its "Make Camo Your Cause" campaign for the fourth straight year to help end veteran homelessness. Here's how you can join.

The best (and worst) places for veterans to live, according to data

When veterans transition to civilian life, settling down in the right city is a plus, and these places rank among the ideal locations for them based on a new report.