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AZ troops returning after yearlong deployment in Afghanistan

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The team, based out of Phoenix, consists of four Arizona soldiers. More>>

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Sacrifices of veterans recognized in Phoenix parade

Veterans Day parade in Phoenix

Arizona joined the nation in paying tribute to members of the armed services with a parade in Phoenix on Monday, the date of this year's federal holiday. More>>

Phoenix ranks No. 2 city for veterans to live

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The "Best Places for Veterans" list identifies metro areas that offer veterans recently out of combat the most opportunities to find a job or go to college in an affordable location. More>>

AZ to hold job fairs for veterans at 11 sites

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The state is gearing up to hold simultaneous job fairs for military veterans at 11 locations across Arizona next week. More>>

Free BBQ meal this Veterans day for all military personnel

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Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que in Phoenix is paying it forward to all current and former military personnel by offering a free "Two Meat Salute" meal in observance of their dedication and commitment to our country. More>>

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Arizona Veterans Helping Veterans
Arizona Veterans Helping Veterans
Military deals and discounts
Military deals and discounts
Many companies offer members of the military and their families special deals and discounts on Veteran's Day - a once-annual thank you for the service these American heroes deliver day in and day out. However, in addition to these once-annual offers, Veteran's Day is a great time to remember that a number of other companies provide special discounts to members of the military all year round. More >
Arizona Department of Veterans' Services
Arizona Department of Veterans' Services
Hire Heroes USA
Hire Heroes USA
National Veterans Foundation
National Veterans Foundation
RecruitMilitary.com Job Board
RecruitMilitary.com Job Board
Donate to Operation Homefront Arizona
Donate to Operation Homefront Arizona
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Online giving is fast, easy and secure. Simply use the online form, fill in the correct information and it's done! When you give to Operation Homefront, you help make life just a little easier for our military families and wounded warriors.More >
Operation American Patriot
Operation American Patriot
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Operation American Patriot (OAP) is a volunteer-run Veterans' advocacy group headquartered in Ariz. and offers an array of support and assistance programs catering to Veterans of all ages, in order to bypass bureaucracy.More >
Operation American Patriot (OAP) is a volunteer-run Veterans' advocacy group headquartered in Arizona. The organization offers an array of support and assistance programs catering to Veterans of all ages, in order to bypass bureaucracy. OAP's mission is to not to replace existing services but to fortify them, act as advocates and provide results immediately. More >

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Officer shot in Marathon showdown wants to work
Officer shot in Marathon showdown wants to work
With a bullet still in his body, the police officer who survived a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects says he's determined to return to duty.More >
With a bullet still in his body, the police officer who survived a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects says he's determined to return to duty.More >
AP CEO calls records seizure unconstitutional
AP CEO calls records seizure unconstitutional
The president and CEO of The Associated Press says the government's seizure of AP journalists' phone records was "unconstitutional" and already has had a chilling effect on newsgathering.More >
The president and chief executive officer of The Associated Press on Sunday called the government's secret seizure of two months of reporters' phone records "unconstitutional" and said the news cooperative had not...More >
Video shows kidnapped Egyptian security officers
Video shows kidnapped Egyptian security officers
Seven members of Egypt's security forces kidnapped by suspected militants have appeared in a video posted on the Internet, urging the government to secure their release by meeting their captors' demands.More >
Seven men purported to be the members of Egypt's security forces kidnapped by suspected militants last week appeared in a video posted online Sunday and urged the government to secure their release by meeting their...More >
Syrian troops push into strategic rebel-held town
Syrian troops push into strategic rebel-held town
Syrian activists say government airstrikes and heavy shelling of a strategic town near the Lebanese border have killed at least 16 people, including rebel fighters.More >
Syrian troops pushed into a rebel-held town near the Lebanese border on Sunday, fighting house-to-house and bombing from the air as President Bashar Assad tried to strengthen his grip on a strategic strip of land running...More >
Nigeria military: 17 killed during offensive
Nigeria military: 17 killed during offensive
Nigeria's military says its offensive against insurgents in the country's restive northeast has killed at least 14 suspected Islamic extremists and three soldiers.More >
Nigeria's military says its offensive against insurgents in the country's restive northeast has killed at least 14 suspected Islamic extremists and three soldiers.More >
Israeli seeks interim deal with Palestinians
Israeli seeks interim deal with Palestinians
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's senior coalition partner says that reaching a final peace agreement with the Palestinians is unrealistic at the current time and the sides should instead pursue an interim...More >
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's senior coalition partner says that reaching a final peace agreement with the Palestinians is unrealistic at the current time and the sides should instead pursue an interim arrangement.More >
Chinese premier visits India to boost ties
Chinese premier visits India to boost ties
Just weeks after a tense border standoff, China's new premier headed to India on Sunday for his first foreign trip as the neighboring giants look to speed up efforts to settle a decades-old boundary dispute and...More >
Just weeks after a tense border standoff, China's new premier visited India on Sunday on his first foreign trip as the neighboring giants look to speed up efforts to settle a decades-old boundary dispute and boost...More >
Obama to speak on legality of drone program
Obama to speak on legality of drone program
President Barack Obama will address the legality of his administration's controversial drone program during a speech this week.More >
President Barack Obama will discuss the legality of his administration's secret drone program and other counterterrorism practices during a speech Thursday, a White House official said.More >

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SLIDESHOW: The World Trade Center 10 years later
The World Trade Center 10 years later
Ten years after 9/11 the construction at the World Trade Center continues. Here is a look at how the Freedom Tower, the 9/11 Memorial and the other new structures are coming along.More >
Ten years after 9/11 the construction at the World Trade Center continues. Here is a look at how the Freedom Tower, the 9/11 Memorial and the other new structures are coming along.More >
SLIDESHOW: The World Trade Center 10 Years Ago
The World Trade Center 10 Years Ago
FEMA photographers tell the story of the first month post 9/11 through pictures.More >
FEMA photographers tell the story of the first month post 9/11 through pictures.More >
SLIDESHOW: 10 years later: Remembering 9/11
SLIDESHOW: 10 years later: Remembering 9/11
As we remember 9/11, here's a walk through lower Manhattan on the 10 year anniversary of the terrorist attacks.More >
SLIDESHOW: New York City Sept. 11 Memorial
SLIDESHOW: New York City Sept. 11 Memorial
Artist renderings of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City where the World Trade Center was located. The memorial will be dedicated on Sept. 10.More >
Artist renderings of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City where the World Trade Center was located. The memorial will be dedicated on Sept. 10.More >
SLIDESHOW: 10 ways air travel has changed since 9/11
10 ways air travel has changed since 9/11
Since 9/11, air travel for passengers has changed drastically when it comes to security measures.More >
The events of 9/11 - when four airplanes were brought down by hijackers and used as weapons to kill more than 3,000 people - have transformed air travel in numerous ways. And not all of them good.More >
SLIDESHOW: Images from 9/11
Images from Sept. 2001
View images from the devastating attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.More >
View images from the devastating attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.More >

Pay It Forward Arizona PartnersMore>>
Cox Charities
Cox Charities
Cox connects millions of Americans with people, entertainment and information.More >
At Cox Communications, our pledge to improve the communities in which we live and work is made a reality every day through our economic impact, our community development partnerships, and the generosity of our employees. To learn more about community support programs including Cox Charities, sponsorship opportunities, charitable contributions and in-kind donation requests, please click here.More >
Wells Fargo Community Involvement
Wells Fargo Community Involvement
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Wells Fargo is actively involved in the communities where we live and work. Click here to learn more.More >
Wells Fargo is actively involved in the communities where we live and work. Click here to learn more.More >

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