Covering those who serve and live in our city

Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at 02:45 PM PDT

Replacing the Eternal Flame

Replacing the Eternal Flame

This morning in our Salute to Service courtesy of the Defense Department, we salute the Army Engineers and workers who are replacing the "Eternal Flame" that marks President John

Monday, May 6, 2013 at 08:36 PM PDT

Local Sailor Earns Silver Star for Heroism

Local Sailor Earns Silver Star for Heroism

A Camp Pendleton sailor was awarded the Silver Star for his lifesaving actions in Afghanistan.

Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at 06:38 AM PDT

Top Marine: Even Smaller Corps Needed

Top Marine: Even Smaller Corps Needed

A Marine Corps' top officer says the force may have to be cut even more because of sequestration. NBC 7's Lea Sutton reports.

Tuesday, Apr 30, 2013 at 08:46 PM PDT

Uncertain Future for Marines Amid Cuts

Uncertain Future for Marines Amid Cuts

The Marines have been thinning their ranks. And now with sequestration cuts in effect, those who joined the Marine Corps hoping for a career are facing an uncertain future.

Tuesday, Apr 30, 2013 at 03:21 PM PDT

New Medical Facility Opens

New Medical Facility Opens

A new medical clinic will celebrate its opening in the South Bay Tuesday, making healthcare easier and more convenient for active duty and U.S. Navy veterans.

Monday, Apr 29, 2013 at 09:41 AM PDT

Iwo Jima Flag Bearer Has Died

Iwo Jima Flag Bearer Has Died

In our Salute to Service we recongnize a WWII veteran credited with providing the flag in the famous flag-raising on Iwo Jima. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi and Jason Austell report.

About
Lea Sutton served as a Navy fighter pilot and flew F/A-18's in Iraq and Afghanistan before working as a U.S. Navy Intelligence Officer during Operation Enduring Freedom. She covers issues affecting San Diego's military community on NBC 7 News at 4, 5, and 6 p.m. Send her suggestions for stories or features via email.
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