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national27 days ago•49 min saved

Former Army Captain sues DoD and Idaho National Guard over D.C. detainment

Retired U.S. Army Captain Anna King alleges three National Guard troops violently detained her at her D.C. home after she displayed protest signs, a confrontation that went viral. Her lawyers say there was no legal basis for the front-gate entry and detention, and she has filed a claim against the Defense Department and the Idaho National Guard for assault and improper conduct, while authorities say she had previously thrown an unknown liquid at troops.

via The Washington Post|

#free-speech #lawsuit #national

nation-world1 month ago•30 min saved

Walmart parking-spot dispute ends in deadly Florida shooting, authorities say

A Florida woman shot and killed a 62-year-old man after a dispute over a Walmart parking spot; authorities are investigating, with self-defense claims noted in coverage.

via KATV|

#florida #nation-world #parking-spot

us-news1 month ago•24 min saved

Video captures fatal Walmart parking-space fight in Florida

A 62-year-old Army veteran, Bart Diguglielmo, was fatally shot in the North Lauderdale Walmart parking lot during a dispute over a parking space; the unidentified female shooter claimed self-defense, and investigators are reviewing footage to determine charges.

via New York Post|

#florida #parking-spot #shootings

us-news1 month ago•25 min saved

Armed parking dispute outside a Florida Walmart ends in veteran’s death

A 62-year-old Army veteran, Bart Diguglielmo, was fatally shot outside a North Lauderdale Walmart in Florida after a verbal dispute over a parking space. The unidentified woman who fired the shot says it was self-defense; investigators will determine charges as the Broward County State Attorney reviews the case. Diguglielmo, a decorated Desert Storm veteran and former nurse, was pronounced dead at a local hospital.

via New York Post|

#florida #parking #shooting

sports2 months ago•26 min saved

Veteran Tim Ream Captains USMNT Into Home World Cup Run

At 38, Tim Ream serves as captain of the U.S. men’s national team, anchoring a squad with high hopes as the United States hosts a World Cup, opening against Paraguay in Los Angeles with his veteran leadership guiding the team.

via The Washington Post|

#leadership #sports #tim-ream

health2 months ago•6 min saved

From tremor to Ironman: a veteran's Parkinson's journey through exercise

A U.S. Air Force veteran and anesthesiologist diagnosed with Parkinson's at 46 embraces aerobic exercise as a core strategy—cycling at 75 rpm for 30–40 minutes, three times weekly—which studies suggest can slow disease progression. Her progression from tremor to Ironman competition and ongoing advocacy illustrates how an exercise-focused approach can restore a sense of control and purpose for people living with Parkinson's.

via CBS News|

#cycling #exercise #health

crime-and-courts3 months ago•5 min saved

Escondido veteran dies after assault outside MAGA-themed home; murder charge possible

A 69-year-old Escondido Army veteran, Kerry Sheron, died days after a brutal beating outside his Trump-themed home. The suspect, Thomas Butler, 32, was charged with attempted murder and elder abuse and could face a murder charge as prosecutors weigh the case. Investigators are examining potential motives, including a political angle, though no definitive motive has been established. A bystander was injured in the incident; Sheron’s wife says threats related to the decorations had occurred previously. Butler remains jailed without bail ahead of a June 3 court appearance while the medical examiner determines the cause of death.

via Los Angeles Times|

#california #crime #crime-and-courts

us5 months ago•6 min saved

Fallen Army Pilot Killed in Campus Shooting, FBI Probes Terror Link

Lt. Col. Brandon Shah, a veteran Apache pilot who returned to Old Dominion University to teach military science and lead the Monarch ROTC Battalion, was killed when a classroom shooter opened fire in Constant Hall; two others were wounded before fellow students subdued the gunman, Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, 27, a former Army National Guard member and ISIS sympathizer who attended ODU and was released from prison in 2024. The FBI is investigating the attack as terrorism, and tributes poured in as Virginia ordered half-staff flags.

via The Washington Post|

#old-dominion-university #rotc #shooting

law6 months ago•2 min saved

Army veteran sues after three-day ICE detention during work commute

George Retes, a 26-year-old U.S. citizen and Army veteran, says ICE detained him for three days during his commute to work in Ventura County without charges, access to an attorney or family, or information about his case, and he has filed a lawsuit against the federal government with the Institute for Justice, accusing the detention of violating his constitutional rights and naming several federal agencies as defendants.

via The Guardian|

#civil-liberties #ice #immigration

sports6 months ago•1 min saved

Spurs add veteran Mason Plumlee on 10-day contract to bolster frontcourt

San Antonio signed veteran center Mason Plumlee to a 10-day contract to bolster its frontcourt after waiving Jeremy Sochan to create a roster spot. The 13-year NBA veteran, who started the season in Charlotte and averages 7.9 points and 6.6 rebounds for his career, provides size and veteran depth as a potential emergency option behind Victor Wembanyama and Luke Kornet, with a full deal possible after the 10 days.

via Pounding The Rock|

#10-day-contract #frontcourt #mason-plumlee

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Centenarian WW2 Veteran and Family Man Passes Away

Douglas Baldwin, a WW2 veteran who fought in Normandy at age 18 and was later a prisoner of war, has died at 100. He served with the King's Own Scottish Borderers, was captured in France, and spent time in German camps before returning home. Baldwin was celebrated for his bravery, received France's Legion of Honour, and was remembered with gratitude by the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans.

via BBC|

#douglas-baldwin #military #normandy

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Pearl Harbor Survivor and WWII Navy Veteran Ira ‘Ike’ Schab Passes Away at 105

Ira ‘Ike’ Schab, a 105-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor and WWII Navy veteran, has died, leaving only about a dozen survivors. He served at Pearl Harbor during the attack, later worked on the Apollo program, and was dedicated to honoring his fellow servicemen.

via CNN|

#ira-schab #obituary #pearl-harbor

history8 months ago•2 min saved

D-Day Veteran and Tribal Elder Charles Shay Passes Away at 101

Charles Shay, a 101-year-old Native American veteran and hero of D-Day who served as a medic on Omaha Beach and received numerous honors including the Legion of Honor, has died in France. He was celebrated for his bravery in saving wounded soldiers during the Normandy invasion and left a lasting legacy of service and courage.

via ABC News|

#charles-shay #d-day #history

politics9 months ago•1 min saved

Johnson urges House return as shutdown threatens chaos and funding

A veteran and his family are experiencing severe anxiety and financial hardship due to the ongoing 40-day government shutdown, which has furloughed his wife and affected their income, highlighting the personal toll of political deadlock.,

via abcnews.go.com|

#anxiety #congress #financial-stress

crime11 months ago•4 min saved

North Carolina Shooting: Veteran Charged in Deadly Bar Attack with Anti-LGBTQ Ties

A decorated Marine veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Nigel Edge, is charged with a mass shooting at a North Carolina bar, resulting in 3 deaths and 5 injuries. He was arrested after a boat attack on patrons, with authorities revealing he suffers from PTSD and has a history of lawsuits and grievances. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about mental health and gun laws.

via PBS|

#court #crime #mental-health