Latest Family News

Jan. 29, 2026

Payment delays reduced for USCG Military Childcare in Your Neighborhood (MCCYN) Fee Assistance (FA) program

Submitted claims will now see a significantly reduced processing time.

Jan. 29, 2026

“No greater love”—Billy Flores, hero of the Blackthorn lost over 45 years ago

The heroic story of FRC William Flores' namesake: Seaman Apprentice William R. Flores.

Jan. 23, 2026

Korea—Coast Guard’s “forgotten war” 75 years ago

While considered by some historians as the "forgotten war," the Korean War made a permanent mark on the Coast Guard.

Jan. 23, 2026

Your 2025 New Year’s cutter logs!

Bravo Zulu to the winners of this year’s contest. 

Jan. 21, 2026

Elmer Stone—Coast Guard Aviator #1 set the world record over 100 years ago!

During his Coast Guard career, Elmer Fowler Stone served his country selflessly for over 25 years

Jan. 20, 2026

Kevin E. Lunday is sworn in as the 28th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard

Coast Guard holds formal swearing-in and assumption of command ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters.

Jan. 16, 2026

Hurricane Sandy and rescue of HMS Bounty

A daring rescue during the height of Hurricane Sandy.

Jan. 15, 2026

Force Design 2028 delivers immediate impact

The new report highlights record-breaking drug seizures, rapid modernization, and significant workforce growth just ten months into the sweeping initiative. 

Jan. 14, 2026

No ordinary hero—Silver Star recipient and FRC namesake Robert Yered

How Robert J. Yered's bravery in the Vietnam War led to being honored with a Coast Guard cutter in his name.

Jan. 12, 2026

A journey of service and citizenship

How SN Oz Syla found purpose and belonging through the Coast Guard Naturalization Program.