Todd South
Editor-at-large
Todd South has written about crime, courts, government and the military for multiple publications since 2004 and was named a 2014 Pulitzer finalist for a co-written project on witness intimidation. Todd is a Marine veteran of the Iraq War.
All Stories By Todd
Pentagon drops 51 disqualifying conditions as part of recruiting push
Potential recruits with a history of childhood asthma or ADHD will now have an easier route toward enlisting.
Marines score aviation firsts with F-35 squadron, drone test and more
A new East Coast F-35 squadron and key Valkyrie drone test mark significant steps in the Corps's push toward more nimble and responsive air combat power.
Marines tackle barracks repairs with elbow grease, outside expertise
The cleanup and repair at Camp Pendleton is an early step in fixing the Corps' decades-long barracks problems.
How the Beirut bombing of a Marine Corps barracks changed everything
A new book showcases how the 1983 bombing of a Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, paved the way for America's war on terrorism.
Soldiers exposed to new combat realities with expanded training
Drill sergeants now serve as squad leaders in field training.
New Marine Corps Museum galleries showcase Iraq, Afghanistan and more
"Every artifact tells a story."
Marines barely meet annual recruiting goals, but see encouraging signs
The Marines brought in one member above their enlisted recruiting goal for the ending fiscal year.
These units are getting the Army’s newest rifle and machine gun next
Guard, Reserve and active-duty units with a Pacific focus are taking priority, officials said.
