U.S. Army
Soldier Surprises Six Kids With Homecoming During School Concert
U.S. Army Spc. Alfredo Fuentes’ six children had no idea he was coming home.
Naperville Soldier Back Home For New Year’s
Army Sgt. Joe Riehle was never expecting the welcome home he got on New Year’s Day, full of thank yous, hugs and handshakes.
Army Sgt. From Chicago Shot, Killed By Wash. Police Officer
A man fatally shot by a Tacoma police officer last week has been identified as a 29-year-old Army sergeant stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state.
Soldier From Rockford Dies In Afghanistan
Federal defense officials say a 25-year-old Army sergeant from Rockford has died in Afghanistan.
Crestwood Soldier Celebrates Homecoming In Time For 4th Of July
While Americans are celebrating Independence Day tomorrow, one Crestwood family will have even more to celebrate – the safe homecoming of a soldier who had been serving in Afghanistan.
Army Mom Home From Afghanistan Surprises Son At School
An Army mom delivered a big surprise at her son’s Southwest Side elementary school on Tuesday.
Wheaton North H.S. Mourns Soldier Who Died After Attack In Afghanistan
Wheaton North High School has been mourning the loss of a recent graduate, who died a month after he was wounded while serving in Afghanistan.
Wheaton Soldier Dies 1 Month After Being Injured In Afghanistan
Army Spc. Samuel T. Watts, 20, dwas wounded April 25 in Zharay, Afghanistan, from an improvised explosive device.
Country Club Hills Welcomes Army Pilot Home From Iraq
Just over 24 hours after President Barack Obama announced that one of America’s longest wars was coming to a close, a young man who served in that conflict was back home in the Chicago area on Saturday.
Grim Numbers For September Job Cuts
There is more evidence that the economy is contracting, with grim job numbers coming out.
Illinoisan Among 5 Soldiers Killed In Iraq This Week
Pfc. Michael Olivieri of south suburban Homer Glen is remembered as a dedicated soldier and husband who was preparing to celebrate his first wedding anniversary.
Soldier From Antioch Dies In Afghanistan
A U.S. Army specialist from Antioch has died from non-combat injuries he suffered in Afghanistan earlier this week.



