JANUARY 22, 2024 – The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Oakland (LCS 24) arrived at its San Diego homeport Jan. 19, following an eighteen-month deployment. “The USS Oakland crews showcased their grit, resiliency, and self-sufficiency in accomplishing all missions by executing a dynamic schedule with significant operational tasking,” said Capt. Marc Crawford, … [Read more...]

JANUARY 22, 2024 — The Navy updated its policy to better assign Sailors who become pregnant during sea duty to critical shore duty billets that align with their career path. NAVADMIN 006/24 announced that Sailors who become pregnant during sea duty will be reassigned to shore duty where they can receive necessary medical care while maintaining their career … [Read more...]

JANUARY 22, 2024 - USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) returned to its homeport of Naval Station Norfolk, January 17, 2024, following an 8-month deployment. Gerald R. Ford is the flagship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12 and deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations. “I am incredibly proud of every member of the strike group, especially the triads who led their … [Read more...]

JANUARY 19, 2024 - In a riveting display of innovation and commitment to defense readiness, Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) took stage at the 2023 DoD Maintenance Symposium at the San Diego Convention Center from 18-21 December 2023 unveiling pioneering maintenance and sustainment solutions. FRCSW's exhibit was a testament to the integration of cutting-edge technology … [Read more...]

JANUARY 18, 2024 — A U.S. Coast Guard cutter operating under the French-led Combined Task Force 150 of the Combined Maritime Forces seized about $8.1 million worth of illegal drugs from a vessel in the Arabian Sea, Jan. 16. The Sentinel-class fast response cutter USCGC Emlen Tunnell (WPC 1145) seized 173 kilograms of methamphetamines following a search. The Coast … [Read more...]