Parent to Parent: Non-profit helps deployed military parents read to kids

One non-profit organization is using a unique method to make sure military parents can read to their children no matter the distance.

Non-profit helps deployed military families
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In the past Parent-to-Parent segments, we have emphasized the importance of reading to your child, but what happens to those hundreds of thousands of kids with a parent deployed in the military. One non-profit organization is using a unique method to make sure parents can read to their children no matter the distance.

5 Army soldiers killed in US military aircraft crash over Mediterranean Sea identified

The five U.S. Army Special Operations aviation soldiers were killed during routine flight training over the eastern Mediterranean Sea, the U.S. Department of Defense said Monday.

5 U.S. Soldiers killed in helicopter
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Tragedy struck overseas on Veterans Day weekend as five American soldiers lost their lives in a deadly helicopter crash in the Mediterranean Sea during a training exercise. The Pentagon will withhold the names of the deceased until 24 hours after their families have been notified

Celebrating Veterans Day: How these organizations are helping empower our vets

This Veterans Day, LiveNow from FOX spoke with the people helping to empower veterans with resources they need to thrive. Here’s a look at what they do.

Project DYNAMO: Veterans rescue over 6,000 Americans, pets from global danger zones

The veterans have successfully rescued over 6,000 Americans and numerous animals from places like Ukraine, Sudan, areas affected by Hurricane Ian, and the Maui fires. Currently, they are involved in the rescue mission amid the conflict in Israel and Gaza, having saved over 300 people from that region.

Houston Veterans Day ceremony held after parade canceled

The City of Houston is honoring those who served our country with an indoor ceremony on Veterans Day, after the annual parade was canceled due to the forecast.

Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 2 decades of service for veterans, military

Ahead of Veterans Day on Saturday, the Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 20 years of service for veterans, active service members and their families.

FOX 26 honors Veterans Day all month with US Vets whose mission is to end veteran homelessness

While Veterans Day is on Saturday, many people are honoring our veterans early and FOX 26 honoring vets all month long by partnering with the US Vets Organization again to help on their mission to end veteran homelessness.

Veterans Day: Houston brewery owned by veteran, couple shares their story

The Small Business Administration says there are about 2 million veteran owned businesses in the country and one veteran-owned brewery and tap room in the Houston area shares their story.

Honoring Veterans: Houston Veterans Village unveils 50 Mortgage-Free homes

The Tunnel to Towers Foundation celebrated the grand opening of its Houston Veterans Village on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in its mission to provide support to veterans and their families.

City of Houston cancels annual Veterans Day Parade

The important change to the City's annual Veterans Day celebration is due to Saturday's forecast for heavy rain with potentially dangerous lightning.

Veterans Day 2023: Deals and freebies for active and retired service members

Whether you're looking for delectable meals or exciting adventures this Friday, we've compiled a comprehensive list of businesses that are extending their services to show appreciation to veterans for their service.

Carnival Cruise lines honors veterans
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Carnival Cruise Lines is paying tribute to veterans in their six home port cities, including Tampa Bay. The company hosted a special event for 60 Tampa Bay area veterans, featuring lunch and a commemorative ceremony on board.

FOX partners with U.S. Vets to support homeless Veterans
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As Veterans Day approaches, FOX is once again partnering with U.S. Vets, an organization dedicated to aiding homeless veterans and ending veteran homelessness. U.S. Vets operates in multiple locations across the country, with three facilities in Houston.

Pentagon announces new nuclear bomb 24 times more powerful than one dropped on Japan

The new bomb would be deliverable by modern aircraft and designed to give the president options to strike hard and large-area military targets, officials said.