82nd Airborne Coverage

Fort Liberty soldier awake after Christmas Day drone attack in Iraq

Pilot Garrett Illerbrunn was badly injured in a drone strike on Christmas Day in Iraq. He is awake, family members told WRAL News.

Ashley Rowe, WRAL anchor/reporter

Pilot from Fort Liberty remains unconscious after Iran drone attack on Christmas Day

An 82nd Airborne pilot badly injured in a drone strike in Iraq on Christmas Day remains unconscious but is in stable condition, loved ones tell WRAL News.

Ashley Rowe, WRAL anchor/reporter

82nd Airborne Division chorus helps honor 82 years since Pearl Harbor

On National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Fayetteville residents and veterans gather for a special holiday treat.

82nd Airborne sings 'Frosty the Snowman' at WRAL-TV tower lighting

The 82nd Airborne Division sang "Frosty the Snowman" at the 65th annual WRAL-TV tower lighting.

At Fort Liberty, the Thanksgiving meal is a mission and culinary competition

Officers and senior non-commissioned officers in their dress blues and green service uniforms served up turkey, seafood, sides, a giant cake and much, much more as a way to thank their soldiers for all they do all year long.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Thanksgiving comes early for troops at Fort Liberty

Troops at Fort Liberty on Tuesday will enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving dinner a few days early.

82nd Airborne Divison gets new commander

The 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Liberty has a new boss. Major General Christopher LaNeve handed over command to Brigadier General James Work.

Fort Liberty's 82nd Airborne Division welcomes new commander

More than 4,000 members of the 82nd Airborne Division stood at attention on Pike Field. The Paratroopers welcomed their new commander with tradition and style.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Fort Liberty paratrooper from Moore County dies in car crash

A man from Moore County who was in the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Liberty died from a car crash over the weekend.

Fort Liberty troops are ready if called for Israel-Hamas war, retired general says

Retired Gen. Dan McNeill spoke about the possibility of Fort Liberty troops getting deployed for the Israel-Hamas war.

Fort Liberty troops ready if called for Israel-Hamas conflict

Retired Gen. Dan McNeill spoke about the possibility of Fort Liberty troops getting deployed for the Israel-Hamas war.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

82nd Airborne Chorus to find out if they win 'AGT' during finale

Based in Fort Liberty, the chorus represents the 19,000 soldiers who serve in the 82nd Airborne Division.

82nd Airborne chorus performs on 'AGT' finale

We'll find out Wednesday night if the 82nd Airborne chorus will win it all on America's Got Talent.

82nd Airborne chorus moves on to finals of 'America's Got Talent'

Fort Liberty's 82nd Airborne chorus moved on to the finals of America's Got Talent.

Fort Liberty's 82nd Airborne Division All-American Chorus shines on America's Got Talent

Fort Liberty's 82nd Airborne Division All-American Chorus shined on the world stage on America's Got Talent. The chorus performed "I am Here" by Pink. We'll find out tonight at 8 on WRAL News if these American heroes advance to the AGT Finals.

The 82nd Airborne Division All-American Chorus

The 82nd Airborne Division All-American Chorus is set to perform on America's Got Talent for the second time

The 82nd Airborne Division All-American Chorus is set to perform on 'America's Got Talent' for the second time

On Tuesday, the 82nd Airborne Division All-American chorus will be performing on "America's Got Talent."

Fort Liberty families impacted by hold on military promotions

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville is blocking the promotions of more than 300 senior military leaders in protest of the Pentagon's abortion policy.

Lena Tillett, WRAL anchor/reporter

82nd Airborne to deploy overseas for Operation Inherent Resolve in fight against Daesh

The 82nd Airborne Division Combat Aviation Brigade "Pegasus," stationed at Fort Liberty, NC, will deploy to U.S. Central Command area of operations during the fall routine rotation of forces.

Paratrooper awarded with the Soldier's Medal

Lt. Joseph Guerra, a soldier from Fort Liberty, was awarded the Soldier's Medal for his heroism in saving four lives during an active shooter situation in Georgia.

Fort Liberty soldier honored after saving four lives during active shooter situation in Georgia

Lt. Joseph Guerra, a soldier from Fort Liberty, was awarded the Soldier's Medal for his heroism in saving four lives during an active shooter situation in Georgia.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

82nd Airborne Chorus to perform on America's Got Talent tonight

The 82nd Airborne Chorus will perform on the show Tuesday night, after their performance was uploaded to the AGT Facebook page, showing even Simon Cowell smiling at their music. They dedicated this performance to a soldier who had recently passed away.

Fort Bragg paratroopers grateful for fellowship, celebrate legacy

Thousands of paratroopers gathered on Pike Field on Thursday at Fort Bragg to take part in the 82nd Airborne Division's Review, a special part of the closing ceremony for All-American Week.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Paratroopers mark last All American Week at Fort Bragg

Thousands of paratroopers gathered on Pike Field on Thursday at Fort Bragg to take part in the 82nd Airborne Division's Review, a special part of the closing ceremony for All-American Week.

All American Week gets started Monday morning at Fort Bragg

The annual All American Week is now underway at Fort Bragg.