Covering those who serve and live in our city

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.

Sunday, Apr 28, 2013 at 11:01 AM PDT

Sequester Cuts Still Squeeze Military

Sequester Cuts Still Squeeze Military

In San Diego, the Navy's restored 8 of 12 ship maintenance projects initially cancelled but in aviation, work is becoming backlogged. NBC 7's Lea Sutton reports.

Friday, Apr 26, 2013 at 09:25 PM PDT

Reporter Flies With H-1 Pilots

Reporter Flies With H-1 Pilots

NBC 7 reporter Lea Sutton flew in an H-1 squadron on MCAS Miramar Friday morning.

Thursday, Apr 25, 2013 at 07:39 AM PDT

Cyclists Riding Onto Marine Bases

Cyclists Riding Onto Marine Bases

NBC 7 reporter Lea Sutton talks to Commanding Officer. Col. John P. Farnam about why it's dangerous for bikers to ride into parks of local Marine bases.

Wednesday, Apr 24, 2013 at 09:03 PM PDT

Navy Working to Eliminate Sexual Assaults

Navy Working to Eliminate Sexual Assaults

The Navy is taking action at the highest levels in an effort to tackle a problem that's plagued its ranks: sexual assault.

Wednesday, Apr 24, 2013 at 08:41 AM PDT

Navy Creates Advanced Prosthetics

Navy Creates Advanced Prosthetics

The prosthetics unit at Naval Medical Center San Diego is one of the most advanced in the world, NBC 7 reporter Lea Sutton takes a look at how the technology keeps up with the demands.

Thursday, Apr 18, 2013 at 09:04 AM PDT

USS Thach Returns from Deployment

USS Thach Returns from Deployment

In our Salute to Service we recognize the crew of USS Thach. After three months at sea USS Thach returned to port on Friday. NBC 7's Monica Dean and Jason Austell report.

Thursday, Apr 18, 2013 at 09:01 AM PDT

Marines Learn Water Survival

Marines Learn Water Survival

The "Marine Corps Water Survival School" is about survival. It's an extensive 3 week course on how to survive in an aquatic environment. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi and Jason Austell report.

Tuesday, Apr 16, 2013 at 11:20 AM PDT

Soldiers Aid Boston's Wounded

Soldiers Aid Boston's Wounded

Soldiers who had recently returned from battle overseas weren't far from the blast near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday. They immediately rush to help

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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