Military Spouses

Military spouses at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri’s Ozarks now have a single place where they can go get information, help finding a job or education opportunities and network with other spouses of soldiers.

The new federal law’s backers say it will cut red tape so spouses can continue their careers without interruption. But it’s not clear yet exactly how the law will work or how states will comply.

A recent study found military families are spending more time and money to find a place to live when they change duty stations.

Soldiers dying by suicide is at the highest level since 9/11, and while some installations are trying do more to help prevent the deaths, critics say it's not enough.

Constant and sometimes sudden moves can disrupt military families' finances and cause challenges with their children’s schools and medical care.

In the two years since an Illinois law took effect, more than 1,000 military members and their spouses have been helped with a professional license application in the state.

The nationwide program is based in St. Louis, and Fort Leonard Wood is one of 77 military installations around the country to get the trees.

The Garrison Commander is reinstating a neighborhood mayors program to give voice to soldiers and their families and foster a better sense of community.

Updated at 4 p.m. with Gov. Mike Parson signing the billSome spouses of military members will have an easier time finding a job when they move to…

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE — A new law in Illinois aims to help members of the military and their spouses find solid employment faster.The bill, signed by Gov.…