Two airmen first class who died in a vehicle crash Wednesday were assigned to the 3rd Space Operations Squadron at Schriever Air Force Base, Colo.
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Two Schriever airmen killed in car crash
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Fort Irwin backtracks on denying retreat for same-sex couple
After a married same-sex couple at Fort Irwin, Calif., claimed a chaplain banned them from an Army marriage enrichment program because of their sexual orientation, post officials said they were scrambling to accommodate the couple.
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More transition options as Reserve looks to bolster force with prior-service, separating active soldiers
The Army Reserve wants to recruit as many as 8,000 soldiers as they leave active duty this year as part of a 'fundamental shift' in how the component fills its ranks.
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Lawmakers question policy barring potential recruits married to illegals
Lawmakers are complaining to the Pentagon about a Navy and Marine Corps policy that prohibits the acceptance of new recruits who are married to illegal immigrants.
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If funds exist, USAF to tap Sikorsky for CRH program
Sikorsky will be awarded a contract for the Air Force's Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) program in early 2014 - if the budget allows it.
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Navy Yard gunman had clearance pulled
Senior U.S. officials say the company that employed the Washington Navy Yard shooter withdrew his access to classified material for two days in August when mental health problems became evident, but restored it quickly and never told the Navy about the incident.
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Report: Fired CO undone by curious spouse - not his
A jealous spouse grounded the career of Navy pilot Capt. Jeffrey 'Chilly' Winter - but not the spouse you'd think.
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U.S. veterans offer hands-on help in Philippines relief effort
While the active-duty U.S. military has been busy helping the people of the Philippines recover from Typhoon Haiyan, American veterans also have been wading in to help.
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XO fired for drunken driving
A squadron XO has been fired after receiving a citation for drunken driving, Naval Air Forces Atlantic reported Friday night.
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Staff sergeant, sergeant promotion list for December released
The Army announced the names of active duty junior enlisted soldiers selected for promotion for December.
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112 retired AF generals oppose Gillibrand bill to change UCMJ
More than 100 retired Air Force generals and five former chief master sergeants of the Air Force have signed a letter of opposition to a Senate bill that would give military prosecutors, rather than commanders, the power to send serious offenses to court-
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Keeping one foot in Army boots suits sgt. 1st class
Sgt. 1st Class Ryan McCaffrey stood at a crossroads.
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One officer steps down, second suspended over 'pretty' soldiers email
Two colonels involved in a controversy over showing 'pretty' female soldiers in Army communications no longer have their jobs, the Army confirmed Nov. 22.
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Charity gets backlash over fees charged to volunteers
A charity formed in 2003 to send care packages to deployed troops is in turmoil as many of its volunteers protest a new policy forcing them to donate money each month in order to participate.
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B-52 airmen guide lost pilot to safety
Two B-52 crews recently came to the aid of a Cessna pilot who was lost in a snowstorm while flying in mountainous central Alaska.
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U.S. service members, Filipinos by birth, proud to contribute to relief effort
On the tarmac here under a beating sun, hundreds of displaced Filipinos emerged from several C-17s, both American and international.
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Tuition assistance is healthy ... for now
Millions of dollars in funds remain for tuition assistance this fiscal quarter, which ends Dec. 31. In fact, only one-third of the funds available in the first three months of fiscal year 2014 have been spent, Marine officials say.
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Soldiers help repair Big Island boat harbor
Oahu-based soldiers have been helping repair parts of Keauhou Small Boat Harbor damaged by a tsunami two years ago.
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China sets air defense zone over East China Sea
The Chinese Defense Ministry on Saturday issued a map of an East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone that includes a chain of disputed islands also claimed by Japan, triggering a protest from Tokyo.
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Easter Seals groups ramp up help to veterans
Like many people, Gary Staten typically thought of the nonprofit group Easter Seals as mainly helping children and adults with disabilities and special needs.
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