Taps Across America brings the nation together on Memorial Day
Thousands across the country played Taps at the same time to commemorate the holiday.
Veterans: Honoring Our Heroes
Former Marine's mission to paint every Medal of Honor recipient
In the final eight years of his life, he painted over 220 of them in action, which have now been published in a book.
A Medal of Honor recipient's continued service
During the Battle of Iwo Jima, Marine Corporal Hershel "Woody" Williams succeeded in destroying several heavily-defended machine-gun pillboxes. But his service to his country, and his gallantry, did not end there.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to Korean War veteran
President Biden awarded the highest U.S. military honor to Colonel Ralph Puckett Jr. in a ceremony alongside South Korea's President Moon Jae-in.
Pennsylvania woman leaves career to serve veterans
Her charity, Roots for Boots, has changed the lives of veterans.
Two West Point cadets earn Rhodes Scholarships
For West Point Cadets Evan Walker and Tyrese Bender, the road to becoming Rhodes Scholars was paved with hard work and commitment to school, sports, and integrity.
America's oldest WWII vet gets a helping hand
At 111 years old, New Orleans resident Lawrence Brooks is believed to be the country's oldest living World War II veteran. Upon celebrating his latest birthday, during a call with the state's governor, Brooks mentioned his leaky roof. The state quickly found a remedy. Jamie Wax reports.
WWII fighter pilot takes to the skies on 100th birthday
In honor of Veterans Day, CBS News salutes an extraordinary World War II fighter pilot, who is still flying 75 years after the war.
Trump makes first formal public appearance since election defeat
The president had not held an official appearance since Thursday.
Steve Hartman meets 90-year-old Ed Bray, who served in World War II and has two Purple Hearts, but who could never read what they were for
As part of our continuing series "On the Road," Steve Hartman meets 90-year-old Ed Bray, who served in World War II and has two Purple Hearts, but who could never read what they were for. After 89 years of covering up his illiteracy, Ed is starting a new chapter.
World War II veteran Richard Overton survived Pearl Harbor and fought in Iwo Jima and Okinawa, Japan
World War II veteran Richard Overton -- an American veteran who survived Pearl Harbor and fought in Iwo Jima and Okinawa, Japan -- was honored in a Veteran's Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.
Military veterans say racism in the ranks often isn't camouflaged
The Pentagon says it is addressing diversity and increase inclusivity in the ranks of service members, to "strengthen our military readiness"
Thousands participate in Steve Hartman's "Taps Across America"
Trumpet and bugle players across the world played Taps to honor America's fallen heroes on Memorial Day.
How the Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman honors the fallen
"It's important that I come here and reflect and remember the fallen," said Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman General Mark Milley.
Trump observes Memorial Day with two visits
Both Arlington National Cemetery and Fort McHenry are closed to the public because of the coronavirus pandemic.
How to participate in Steve Hartman's "Taps Across America"
Thousands of trumpet and bugle players will sound Taps from their porches on Memorial Day.
The women pilots of WWII
Large VE Day celebrations scheduled to take place this weekend were canceled due to the coronavirus, but a new book celebrates some of the unsung heroes of the U.S. war effort. Jan Crawford spoke to one of the women pilots who helped break down barriers by taking to the sky.
96-year-old WWII veteran plays harmonica at West Point
"Harmonica Pete" has played gigs around the world — but this was one of his most meaningful performances yet
VA program helps elite warriors heal unseen wounds of war
For many service members, the program is the first time they've met with a therapist.
A promise fulfilled: Filming a story of heroism in battle
In 1966 William Pitsenbarger was killed in action after saving more than 60 service members ambushed by the Viet Cong; now his story, and the decades-long fight to honor his sacrifice, is told in a new movie, "The Last Full Measure"
Next U.S. Navy aircraft carrier to be named after African American Pearl Harbor hero
Instead of presidents or admirals, an enlisted sailor will be honored when the USS Doris Miller is christened
103-year-old WWII veteran gets the recognition he deserves
Peter Fantasia was captured and spent six months as a prisoner of war in 1944 while serving as an Army medic in France,
Female Thunderbird pilot inspiring others to chase their dreams
Michelle Curran flew 160 combat hours in Afghanistan before joining the team.
Elite unit works to give fellow Marines the funeral they deserve
"We would just ask that people don't think about us, that they think about the Marines that we are honoring"
Veteran now a freshman at Yale with help from his service dog
James Hatch was a dog handler in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Is the Federal Reserve likely to raise interest rates this week?
Dollar General overcharged people at checkout for years, FTC says
Microsoft offers buyouts to 60,000 workers as it invests more in AI
Walter Koenig, actor who played Chekov on "Star Trek," dies at 90
Maurene Comey, James Comey's daughter, was unlawfully fired, judge rules
Consumers face scarier Halloween costs this year. Here's why.
Violent crime victimization fell 25% in 2025, DOJ survey shows
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Trump's oil and gas stocks gained millions during Iran war
Anthropic files for IPO as it competes for AI dominance
F-16 uses "headbutt maneuver" to intercept plane near Mar-a-Lago
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Trump attacks El-Sayed over his faith, calls him "jihadist"
Four Corners region faces more flood threats following days of heavy rain
Gina Hinojosa says there's "deep disappointment" in both parties
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 25, 2026
Alaska Senate candidate sustains "minor injuries" in car accident
David Sedaris would like to clear the air about prostate exams
Ghost signs: Fading reminders of the past
100 years later, the mystery of Houdini's death endures
12 injured in shooting near Florida A&M; 15-year-old arrested
Man's murder, wife's death feed into local legend of "cursed" mansion
Security cameras upend man's story of finding wife fatally shot in his car
