Afghan Soldier Arrested at Border Meets with FBI
Abdul Wasi Safi, known as Wasi, worked as an intelligence officer in the Afghan National Security Forces alongside U.S. troops.
Vanessa Guillén Suspect Pleads Guilty of Murder
The 20-year-old Fort Hood soldier’s murder prompted nationwide outrage and calls to reform the way the military addresses sexual violence within its ranks.
Fort Hood set to be Renamed After Kingsville Native, General Richard Cavazos
Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin accepted the Naming Commission’s change and announced it would take place by Jan. 1, 2024.
Navy T-45C Goshawk Jet Trainer Crashed on Approach to NAS Kingsville
The pilot was transported to Christus Spohn Hospital-Kleberg for further evaluation.
Vanessa Guillen’s Family Seeks $35 Million
Armed with a new federal court ruling that allows a former Army colonel to pursue a sexual assault lawsuit, the family of Vanessa Guillén has filed a wrongful death and assault case against the federal government.
NAS Kingsville Says Farewell to Captain Korsmo
Capt. Thomas Korsmo relinquished command of Naval Air Station Kingsville and retired from the Navy on Aug. 5.
Ordinance for New MCAOD Adjacent to Military Installations
The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance creating MCAOD for the areas surrounding Truax Field at NASCC, Naval Outlying Landing Field Cabaniss, and Naval Outlying Landing Field Waldron.
Accused of Sexual Assault Twice, He was Let go by Army Commanders
A first-of-its-kind analysis reveals that soldiers in the Army are more likely to be locked up ahead of trial for drug offenses than for sexual assault under a system that gives commanders control.
Change of Command at NAS Kingsville
Captain Eric Bromley will relieve Captain Thomas Korsmo as commanding officer of Naval Air Station Kingsville, in a ceremony scheduled for 10 a.m. on Friday, August 5, 2022.
NAS Kingsville Civilian Awarded 2021 Spirit of Hope Award
Jennifer Cross is being recognized for her dedication to service members, past and present, as the sole recipient of the Navy’s 2021 Spirit of Hope Award.
Kingsville Mayor Announces Naming of USS Kingsville
The future USS Kingsville (LCS 36) is named in honor of Kingsville, TX and is the first ship to bear the name.
Naval Air Station Kingsville Honored Two Former Navy Pilots
The Hall of Heroes recognizes Kingsville-trained aviators who went on to have illustrious careers, or pilots who made substantive contributions to naval aviation while serving aboard the air station.
Allen West blasts Gov. Greg Abbott over National Guardsmen at the border
Abbott’s political challenger said guard members deployed to Operation Lone Star are facing late pay, being exposed to COVID-19, experiencing supply shortages and dealing with added stress that has led to multiple suicides tied to the mission.
Navy Pilots Assist Civilian Aircraft in Distress
Once they gained visual contact with the aircraft, they matched their airspeed, and guided the pilot to the cloud opening after which he was able to safely descend and land at KRAS.
NAS Kingsville Commanders Honors Predecessor
The captain’s family arranges to have a wreath be placed on his grave each December as part of the “Wreaths Across America” program.
General Cavazos among name change suggestions for Fort Hood by LULAC
At a recent meeting, the League of United Latin American Citizens suggested two possibilities for its new namesake.
A year after Vanessa Guillén’s murder
The Texas woman’s death exposed a pattern of violence and abuse against soldiers at Fort Hood, the U.S. military’s largest active-duty base.
City Awarded Grant to Replace Natural Gas System at NAS-Corpus Christi
These failing high-pressure service lines are the backbone of the entire natural gas distribution system at NASCC.
NAS Kingsville to Conduct Force Protection Exercise
The exercise enhances the readiness of Navy security forces and ensure seamless interoperability among the commands.