The Nevada Army National Guard broke ground Saturday on a memorial for five members of a Chinook helicopter crew who were shot down in Afghanistan.
The memorial will be ready for dedication Sept. 25, five years after the death of Chief Warrant Officer John M. Flynn of Sparks and his flight engineer, Staff Sgt. Patrick D. Stewart of Fernley.
Three soldiers from the Oregon Army National Guard also died aboard the helicopter .
Air travel ahead of Christmas could be impacted if a government shutdown occurs.
The exhibit of wounded veterans’ art opens a day before National Finals Rodeo and several days before George Strait’s concert at Allegiant Stadium.
Donald Trump stunned the Pentagon and the broader defense world by nominating Fox News host Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary, tapping someone largely inexperienced and untested on the global stage.
Of 928 nuclear tests, 100 were above ground at what was originally known as the Nevada Proving Grounds
Hailed as the “largest Veterans Day parade west of the Mississippi,” veterans and supporters lined the streets of downtown Las Vegas for a parade.
Dozens of wounded service members were given a hero’s reception, greeted by hundreds of MGM Resorts employees who welcomed them to Las Vegas in style.
Dick Ramsey, 101, is a keeper of the flame for the ship that had a distinguished service record at Pearl Harbor and D-Day.
Here are some of the Veterans Day deals being offered Monday to military veterans and active-duty personnel to thank them for their service.
The North Las Vegas Mayor and City Council approved $280,000 in micro grants to local educators during the city council meeting.
Gov. Joe Lombardo will activate 60 members to be on status and stationed in Nevada National Guard facilities in both Carson City and Las Vegas on Nov. 5.
