The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Chicago (SSN 721) returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam following a seven-month deployment on Nov. 2, 2022. It was the submarine’s final deployment before decommissioning, which is scheduled to begin in 2023 following 37 years of service. USS Chicago departed Pearl Harbor March 28, 2022, for a regularly-scheduled deployment, during which the submarine and […]
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More than 500 classrooms around the world participated in United Through Reading’s “Story Time with a Service Member” event in early November. The organization selected and sent a video recording of a service member reading an entertaining and educational age-appropriate story to participating classrooms that requested to be part of the event. United Through Reading facilitates the bonding experience between […]
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The Chicago City Council voted to pass and codify the City Clerk’s No-Fee Veterans City Sticker pilot into a permanent program that now also includes small trucks. Those who have a Veteran designation on their Illinois Driver’s License or Illinois State ID are eligible to receive a free Vehicle City Sticker. Veterans with ex-Prisoner of War, Purple-Heart Recipient, I-Served and […]
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The Chicago Department of Aviation recently unveiled a new gallery exhibit titled “American Heroes: Portraits of Service” at Midway International Airport. The exhibit is located in the pedestrian walkway between the CTA Orange Line station and the terminal. Organized by the CDA in partnership with Belmont Village Senior Living and co-sponsored by Harrison Street, the exhibit features portraits of 65 […]
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Lake County Forest Preserve officials have agreed to move forward with a plan to convey 4.7 acres of its property for the expansion of the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery. Playing a role in that decision was a petition with 699 signatures favoring the land transfer, which extend use of the cemetery for 50 years. The petition was submitted to the […]
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The Veterans Administration has expanded eligibility for health care and benefits for Veterans who may have been exposed to hazardous materials — including burn pits, radiation, Agent Orange, and other Gulf War toxins — during their military service. The Sergeant First Class (SFC) Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act adds more than 20 new presumptive […]
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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker requested that all flags be flown at half-staff on June 30 to honor the passing of Hershel “Woody” Williams, the nation’s last remaining World War II Medal of Honor recipient. Woody demonstrated bravery and service to his country beyond measure as he served in the Battle of Iwo Jima with the 21st Marines, 3d Marine Division. […]
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A group of nurses at Hines VA Hospital recently rallied a team of volunteers to create a memorial garden at the hospital to honor “fallen” staff members and Veterans. The garden features memorial stones organized around a heart motif along with benches, day lilies, roses, hanging bells, crystal birds and a patriotic windsock. “The garden provides a place for peaceful […]
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On July 16, the State of Illinois will activate 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, where compassionate, accessible care and support are available for anyone experiencing mental health–related distress. 988 is the new three-digit number for calls, available in multiple languages. People can dial 988 if they are having thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crises, or any […]
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President Joe Biden has nominated Army Gen. Christopher G. Cavoli to become the new commander of U.S. European Command and Supreme Allied Commander Europe. At the same time, NATO announced the nomination of Gen. Cavoli as Supreme Allied Commander Europe. If confirmed, he will take charge at a critical juncture as the world grapples with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Gen. […]
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