Okinawa
American-made bomb from WWII uncovered near runway on small Okinawa island
Okinawa authorities discovered a U.S.-made bomb believed to date to World War II during an airport safety survey on a southern Japanese island, the first ordnance found in a series of inspections launched after an explosion last year.
First joint patrol in decades aims to restore trust on Okinawa amid misconduct cases
A rare joint patrol of the nightlife area outside Kadena Air Base by U.S. military and Okinawa authorities ended with a Marine colonel reminding U.S. service members they had broken curfew.
Relatives, Marines honor Ernie Pyle on 80th anniversary of war correspondent’s death
Retired Air Force Maj. Tom Cowan didn’t hesitate when asked about his favorite column written by his famous relative, war correspondent Ernie Pyle.
Visiting veterans remember WWII Battle of Okinawa on 80th anniversary
World War II veterans returned to Okinawa to commemorate the “devastating” battle that lasted from April 1 to June 22, 1945.
Motorcycle safety ride aims to prevent accidents amid rising fatalities on Okinawa
Tom Quinn and Matt Nevins laugh when they recall particularly close calls they’ve experienced while riding their motorcycles on Okinawa.
Marine Corps shrinks its Osprey fleet on Okinawa under Force Design plan
The Marine Corps reduced its active fleet of MV-22 Ospreys on Okinawa last year, trimming the number from 24 to 20 aircraft as part of its evolving aviation strategy, according to Marine Corps spokesmen.
Vietnam hero McClary shoots from hip in visit to Okinawa
The pancakes and sausages served at the Camp Hansen United Service Organizations’ Flapjack Fridays came with a helping of American hero last week.