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Air Force advances future of air superiority with CCA contracts
June 24, 2026 — The DAF awarded contracts to develop and produce its first-generation Collaborative Combat Aircraft, while creating a competitive marketplace for mission-autonomy software from six vendors... MORE

A YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft takes off during flight testing at a California test location. The aircraft was developed in partnership with General Atomics as part of the Air Force’s effort to accelerate delivery of affordable, semi-autonomous aircraft. (Courtesy photo)

Navigating your next PCS: Inside the DOW's Personal Property Activity
June 24, 2026 — For service members, civilians and their families, a permanent change of station is a defining and often stressful reality of military service. The most immediate impact on your relocation experience comes from the Department of War's Personal Property Activity, which acts as the centralized operational hub for the Defense Personal Property Program... MORE

Behind the medals: Team Army coaches, mentors help Soldiers rediscover what's possible
June 24, 2026 — During Warrior Games competition, spectators see medals awarded, records broken and Team Army competitors representing their service on a national stage. What many don’t see are the coaches, mentors and subject matter experts working behind the scenes to help make those moments possible... MORE

Retired U.S. Army Sgt. 1st. Class Greg Quarles, left, and Staff Sgt. Xavier Rodgers, right, pose for a photo after receiving gold medals for the upright tandem cycling event at the 2026 Warrior Games in San Antonio, Texas, June 14, 2026.

Air Force selects 6,668 in the technical sergeant promotion cycle; list posts June 25
June 24, 2026 — Air Force officials selected 6,668 Air Force staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant out of 25,080 eligibles for a selection rate of 26.59 percent in the 26E6 promotion cycle... MORE

502d Logistics Readiness Squadron Central Issue Facility gets BOLC students prepped and ready to go
June 23, 2026 — The 502d Logistics Readiness Squadron's Central Issue Facility, or CIF, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston supports more than 138 military units and distributes more than 450,000 military equipment items such as helmets, flack vests, canteens and uniforms throughout JBSA... MORE

502d Logistic Readiness Squadron: Vehicle maintenance keeps the fleet moving
June 23, 2026 — Members of the 502d Logistic Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance section at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston work on the entire 3,125-vehicle fleet for the 502d Air Base Wing, ensuring they are maintained and safe for use... MORE

Keep an eye on your vision health with TRICARE
June 23, 2026 — About 11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction, according to the CDC. Do you know if you’re one of them? Getting routine eye exams to monitor your eyesight can help detect and prevent eye diseases early... MORE

Service member examines the eye of another service member.

Trump, Hegseth praise new Medal of Honor recipients
June 23, 2026 — President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth lauded the intrepid valor of three servicemen whom the commander in chief awarded the Medal of Honor to at a White House ceremony June 19... MORE

A man in a military dress uniform and another man in a suit pose for a photo on stage while holding up a container with a flag that showcases a five-pointed star.

National Guard Counterdrug Program adapts to evolving criminal threats
June 23, 2026 — The National Guard Counterdrug Program helps law enforcement connect investigations and share intelligence to stop sophisticated drug trafficking networks across the country... MORE

Two people wearing camouflage military uniforms and one woman in a police uniform check a container full of fish for illegal drugs during a border crossing check.

DAF updates uniform guidance for Chaplain Corps, Air Force maternity uniforms
June 23, 2026 — The Department of the Air Force released implementation guidance for the Chaplain Corps uniform and the new Air Force maternity wrap dress, June 15... MORE

An airman wearing a camouflage uniform looks at a stained glass window.

Taking back what was taken: Team Army competitor finds victory beyond the medal stand
June 22, 2026 — Maj. Mandy Feindt came to the 2026 Warrior Games with more than a goal to compete. She came with more than 20 years of Army service, a lifelong athletic background and a recovery journey that has changed how she defines victory... MORE

U.S. Army Maj. Mandy Feindt displays her gold medals after the cycling event during the 2026 Warrior Games in San Antonio.

Find a TRICARE provider near you
June 22, 2026 — The first step in getting healthcare is to know where to go. TRICARE has many resources to help you find the right healthcare provider for you and your family. Depending on your plan, you’ll get care from a military hospital or clinic or a civilian provider... MORE

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Team Army opens 2026 Warrior Games with eight medals in powerlifting competition
June 22, 2026 — Team Army opened the first day of competition on June 13 at the 2026 Warrior Games in San Antonio with wins in powerlifting, earning eight medals while demonstrating that the greatest victories often extend far beyond the podium... MORE

Retired U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Valerie Watkins participates in the powerlifting event at the 2026 Warrior Games at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, June 13, 2026.

59th Medical Wing holds change of responsibility ceremony
June 22, 2026 — The 59th Medical Wing held a change of responsibility ceremony on June 12, 2026, at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. During the ceremony, Chief Master Sgt. Marcus D. Washington relinquished responsibility as the wing's command chief to Chief Master Sgt. Harvey M. McReynolds Jr... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Harvey M. McReynolds Jr., incoming command chief of the 59th Medical Wing, receives the guidon during a Change of Responsibility Ceremony at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 12, 2026.

Sixteenth Air Force achieves federal technical laboratory status to accelerate innovation
June 22, 2026 — The Department of the Air Force Technology Transfer and Transition Program Office officially designated the Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) Office of the Technical Director as a federal defense laboratory for Technology Transfer purposes June 8... MORE

SAUSHEC graduation ceremony honors residents, fellows, accomplishment
June 22, 2026 — The San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium celebrated military medical professionals during a graduation ceremony June 11 at the Lila Cockrell Theatre in downtown San Antonio. ... MORE

BAMC designated as DHA Maxillofacial Restoration Center of Excellence
June 22, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center is one of two military medical treatment facilities designated as a Center of Excellence in Maxillofacial Restoration by the Defense Health Agency. Maxillofacial restoration is the science and art of restoring patients with injury or disease of face, mouth, and jaws. ... MORE

Beyond resilience: Cultivating the warrior spirit
June 22, 2026 — We have all become familiar with the word “resilience.” Our culture of resilience was formally introduced to us through the Comprehensive Airman Fitness program in 2010 as a service-wide effort to enhance holistic health. Since then, we have seen a surge in demand for mental health care... MORE

SLD 30 leadership with U.S Space Force 1st Lt. Anna Ford at Guardian Arena 2025

War Department review to ensure 'NATO 3.0' becomes Europe-led defense alliance
June 22, 2026 — The War Department plans a review of its posture and footprint in Europe to determine how the U.S. is supporting NATO, how partners are supporting NATO and whether what's happening on the ground reflects what President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth believe the alliance should be... MORE

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth speaks while sitting at a curved table with other officials.

Military Working Dog retirement ceremony honors service to U.S. Air Force
June 16, 2026 — The 802d Security Forces Squadron hosted a retirement ceremony for Military Working Dogs CCoolahan and PPuritan at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 5, 2026. MWDs CCoolahan and PPuritan retired after a combined 15 years of service to the U.S. Air Force and the 802d SFS... MORE