U.S. Army Reserve

NATO is rethinking command and control structures to disperse forces amid threats from persistent surveillance and long-range strikes. French Adm. Pierre Vandier, NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, emphasized the need to avoid large troop concentrations and adopt decentralized approaches using cloud-based technologies.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Estella Patterson discusses her leadership approach, career history, and goals for reducing violent crime and strengthening community engagement. She highlights her background in law enforcement, military service, and prior roles in Raleigh, emphasizing her focus on wellness and faith-driven leadership.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Estella Patterson participates in a live stream event to discuss her leadership and personal background. She is the city's first female police chief, with a career spanning roles in law enforcement, military service in Kosovo and Iraq, and a focus on reducing violent crime and enhancing community engagement.

Chaney Mosley is a Democratic candidate for Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District. A public school teacher and professor at Middle Tennessee State University, he emphasizes public education, rural communities, and workforce development. He plans to establish district offices in Davidson and Putnam Counties.

Republican State Senator Stewart Cathey Jr. announced his candidacy for the 5th Congressional District of Louisiana. He cited his experience as a combat veteran and state senator since 2019 as reasons for running. The new congressional map, affected by a U.S. Supreme Court ruling, now covers parts of northeast Louisiana, and multiple candidates including Michael Echols and Misti Cordell are seeking the seat.

A military father was critically injured after being stabbed by his teenage son, with security footage capturing him pleading for help as his wife bled out from the attack. The incident involved Lance Baker, a US Army Reserve Battalion Commander.

An appeals court ruled that 28 transgender troops, including lead plaintiff Nicholas Talbott, can remain in the military despite a ban on transgender service members. The decision allows these individuals to continue their service while challenging the policy.

A 27-year-old Army Reserve Captain, Andy, died in a Humvee accident during a training exercise in Virginia on Nov. 2, 2023. His widow described an outpouring of public honor during the funeral procession, including firefighters and civilians saluting at overpasses and along highways as the family transported his body.