State Defense Force News Today

State Rep. Jordan Ridley, R-Woodstock, recently introduced legislation that looks to support members of the State Defense Force.

Steven Robert Sablan of Cleburne, Texas, was indicted on charges of kidnapping and transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity after a 13-year-old girl was rescued in Long Beach, Calif., when passersby saw her hold up a "help me" sign in a parked car.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill to expand the size and the budget of the Florida State Guard, a separate entity from the Florida National Guard.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill to expand the size and the budget of the Florida State Guard, a separate entity from the Florida National Guard.

Lt. Gen. Torrence Saxe said the Bethel-based UH-60L Black Hawk will be fitted with a rescue hoist, at locals' request.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy presided over the annual State of the State speech Monday night, issuing a call to Alaska lawmakers to help take control of the state’s narrative for the

As required by statute, I introduced my preliminary budget for the next fiscal year

Dozens of soldiers will be based at the armory as they make their way out to harder-hit communities. They landed in Bethel on Sept. 21.

The Ohio National Guard supported a total of 62 hospitals and 18 testing sites over the course of the two month mission.

Maj. Gen. John C. Harris Jr., Ohio adjutant general, talks about how Airmen and Soldiers have stepped up to help in their communities since the pandemic began two years ago, including the recently concluded hospital staff support mission. Gov. Mike DeWine also provides a special thank you video message to Guard members for their service to their fellow Ohioans.