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Northrop Grumman expands Roy site for Sentinel missile program development
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted July 15 - 6:17 a.m.
Northrop Grumman broke ground on a new building at its Roy Innovation Center campus, while a company official said the Sentinel nuclear defense system is moving ahead.
Utah's Hill Air Force Base welcomes its new commander
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted July 14 - 6:37 a.m.
Just moments after assuming command of the 75th Air Base Wing Monday at Hill Air Force Base, Col. Eric Quidley was already eager to build on the momentum already existing at one of Utah's largest employers.
Why's the US military hitting its 2026 recruitment goals months ahead of schedule?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted July 12 - 9:36 a.m.
Uncle Sam's call to action remains, "I Want You" — and legions of his "nieces" and "nephews" are heeding the exhortation to put on a uniform and serve.
New VA clinic breaks ground in South Salt Lake
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted July 8 - 6:30 p.m.
A new Veterans Affairs clinic is coming to South Salt Lake after VA leaders broke ground Wednesday on a facility designed to expand access to healthcare for veterans across the region.
Map released for Utah National Guard flyover to celebrate America's 250th
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 1 - 2:39 p.m.
Utahns across the state will get to enjoy a patriotic military display on the Fourth of July as part of Hill Air Force Base's "Freedom 250 Celebration."
Alaska Airlines unveils Fallen Soldier Cart at Salt Lake City International Airport
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted June 29 - 9:30 p.m.
A custom-built Fallen Soldier Cart was unveiled Monday at Salt Lake City International Airport.
Utah WWII veteran turns 102 years old
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted June 12 - 8:08 p.m.
Dallas Workman turns 102 years old on Sunday, a milestone that has family members reflecting on a man they describe as a mentor, adventurer, educator and devoted family man.
Hill Air Force Base breaks ground on $1.2B investment in aircraft maintenance facilities
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted June 10 - 9:08 p.m.
Hill Air Force Base officials broke ground earlier this month on a multi-year project that includes a $1.24 billion investment in aircraft sustainment capabilities.
Researcher hopes Utahns remember sacrifice of 'D-Day 5'
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted June 6 - 10:35 p.m.
On the 82nd anniversary of D-Day on Saturday, a researcher hopes others would remember Utah's "D-Day Five."
What Blake Moore said about the future of F-35s in Utah
Hayden Madson, Deseret News | Posted June 6 - 5:44 p.m.
Janicki Industries hosted an event near Hill Air Force Base in Layton on Thursday, highlighting the importance of the F-35 to national security as well as an ongoing boost to Utah's economy.
A new service branch could be joining the US Armed Forces family
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted June 5 - 5:06 p.m.
Less than a decade after the creation of the U.S. Space Force, there are calls for "standing up" another military service, this time to meet the reality of global cyber threats.
Celeste Maloy honors the Utah soldiers behind Korean War 'miracle' on 75th anniversary
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted May 27 - 6:02 p.m.
On the 75th anniversary of the Miracle of Gapyeong, Utah Rep. Celeste Maloy visited the Korean War memorial in Seoul, South Korea, to honor the soldiers from the Beehive State.
Families gather at Utah Veterans Memorial Cemetery to remember loved ones on Memorial Day
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted May 25 - 7:02 p.m.
Thousands of American flags lined the grounds of the Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park on Memorial Day, each one marking a life, a sacrifice, and a story.
Hill Air Force Base gets $6.5M boost for F-35 repair facility in new spending bill
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted May 22 - 8:07 a.m.
Northern Utah's Hill Air Force Base could see a $6.5 million boost bolstering its F-35 repair capabilities thanks to a new military bill making its way through Congress.
Army secretary lists Utah data center as part of military innovation
Ben Christensen, Deseret News | Posted May 20 - 10:40 p.m.
Senate leaders questioned the U.S. Army's "amibitious" spending proposals in a subcommittee meeting on Tuesday in Washington, which included a proposed data center in Utah.
'A way to inspire our kids': Homes sought for remaining prints of Utah Medal of Honor recipient
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 11 - 7:30 p.m.
Boosters of Army Pfc. Jose Valdez, a Medal of Honor recipient from World War II, seek homes for a handful of prints of the man that remain.
Hill AFB ends Starbase program that sparked STEM interest among Utah students
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted May 7 - 12:45 p.m.
Hill Air Force Base will conclude its sponsorship of the Starbase STEM program for Utah fifth graders at the end of this school year.
How a Utah company is helping America keep pace in today's global military 'drone race'
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted May 2 - 7:04 p.m.
The minute-to-minute headlines from combat hot spots such as Ukraine and the Persian Gulf echo an emerging combat reality: Drones are changing the very character of war.
Utah National Guard stages first‑of‑its‑kind homeland defense drill, Exercise Wolverine
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted May 1 - 8:33 a.m.
The Utah National Guard has staged a new drill, training in disaster response on U.S. soil, something that years ago maybe didn't seem as likely as it is now.
Business owners react to postponement of Warriors Over the Wasatch Air Show
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted April 15 - 9:34 p.m.
Business owners said they'll have to stave off their expectations for that major boost they see every other year after the Warriors Over the Wasatch was postponed this week.
Hill Air Force Base postpones biennial Warriors Over the Wasatch Air Show
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted April 14 - 12:08 p.m.
Hill Air Force Base announced Tuesday its biennial Warriors Over the Wasatch Air Show will be postponed to 2027 due to "critical, ongoing operations."
Why is Gov. Spencer Cox asking Utahns to 'Purple Up' on April 15?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted April 13 - 11:15 a.m.
To honor "the sacrifices and contributions" of military children, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox is designating April as "Month of the Military Child."
Why young men will no longer be self-registering for military draft
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted April 10 - 6:38 a.m.
For decades, young men living in Utah and across the country have registered for the Selective Service by going online or mailing in selective service cards. Now they don't have to.
This Hill Air Force Base squadron was named top in the Air Force
Emma Neff, Deseret News | Posted April 7 - 6:02 p.m.
The 388th Fighter Wing's 34th Fighter Squadron at Hill Air Force Base, known as the "Rude Rams," took home the Raytheon Trophy after a historic year of combat deployments and milestones.
