An Elgin man whose prostate cancer is the presumed result of Agent Orange exposure says he stays positive by helping other vets.

Bill Kurtis is a television producer and host, a former CBS network and WBBM-Ch. 2 news anchor and the author of “ Whirlwind .” In his 60-year career, Kurtis was recognized for his coverage of Agent ...

New research reveals U.S. Veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) were at a ...

Veterans Day should be both a time for Americans to honor the sacrifices made on their behalf and to recognize the true cost of war and its effects on service men and women.

Fifty years ago, many Vietnam-era veterans returned home to face difficult homecomings and long-term health effects of Agent Orange exposure. “For years they put us down,” Vietnam veteran Daniel ...

Despite numerous health problems caused by exposure to Agent Orange (a powerful herbicide mixture used by the U.S. military ...

The month of October is used to raise awareness for dozens of causes and illnesses each year. From breast cancer to domestic violence. It’s also Agent Orange awareness month, reminding us of ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Planyear, an AI platform transforming how benefits consultants work, raised $12 million in seed funding led by ...

The Trump administration is rejecting calls to use roughly $5 billion in contingency funds to keep food assistance flowing into November amid the ongoing government shutdown, according to a Department ...

HELPS FAMILIES PUT FRESH FOOD ON THE TABLE. BUT THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN IS ABOUT TO CHANGE THAT. OUR POLITICAL REPORTER, SHARMAN SACCHETTI JOINS US IN BOSTON WITH WHAT THE STATE IS DOING TO TRY TO ...

Social Security recipients will receive a 2.8% boost in their monthly benefits in 2026, the Social Security Administration announced Friday. However, many seniors say the annual adjustments haven’t ...

The rules for collecting Social Security are changing in 2026. Two of the most important things to know if you’re collecting benefits: Your monthly check payments will increase, and if you’re planning ...