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San Antonio man arrested, accused of mishandling classified documents • Nov. 2, 2026, 6:29 PM ET (San Antonio Express-News)
Air Force jazz band to perform free Akron concert Nov. 17 • Oct. 29, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (The Cleveland Plain Dealer)
Worker at US embassy in London investigated over abuse images is senior Air Force member • Oct. 27, 2026, 3:27 PM ET (BBC)
Colorado College cracks nation’s top 10 after sweep of Air Force • Oct. 26, 2026, 7:03 PM ET (The Colorado Springs Gazette)
Air Force identifies member who died after rappelling accident during NAVY-UTSA pregame • Oct. 19, 2026, 2:17 PM ET (Los Angeles Times)

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