U.S. Army

Fallen Soldier’s Remains Return To North Texas

The remains of fallen U.S. Army Sergeant Enrique Mondragon were flown to North Texas on Sunday. Mondragon died on Christmas Eve while defending his country.

2013/01/07

Family Remembers Fallen Sulphur Springs Soldier

A family mourns the death of a North Texas man who died during his fifth tour in the army.

2012/04/15

A soldier is greeted after arriving back home at DFW International Airport. (credit: John Moore/Getty Images)

‘Welcome Home A Hero’ Ending Wednesday

It has been the scene of thousands of tearful reunions, hugs and cheers. The “Welcome Home A Hero” program has provided many touching images and memories, but the program is coming to an end this week.

2012/03/11

CBS 11 News reporter Keith Garvin walks out of a tent at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait. (credit: Edgar Solis/KTVT/KTXA)

Afghanistan Diary: We Made It

When we arrived it was 7 degrees outside. We’ve warmed up quite a bit to 39 degrees on a very sunny day.

2012/01/20

Ali Al Salem Airbase, Kuwait. (Photo credit YASSER AL-ZAYYAT/AFP/Getty Images)

Afghanistan Diary: 4 Days Traveling And Still Not There

We were only supposed to be here overnight. 24 hours at the most.

2012/01/20

Afghanistan Diary: Day One

We will profile several soldiers who are North Texas natives and give you a nuts & bolts look at their mission.

2012/01/20

The American Flag waves. (credit: Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Fort Bragg Medic From Irving Found Dead In Barracks

A medic with the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division has been found dead in the barracks at Fort Bragg. Officials say they are investigating the death of 29-year-old Pfc. Jeffrey Hyde of Irving.

2011/06/08