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Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) personnel pose for a photo with other law enforcement agency officials, July 19, at the White House in Washington, D.C. for the annual United States Interdiction Coordinator Awards. James' crew was recognized with the top maritime interdiction during the awards ceremony. (Photo courtesy of the White House)

July 26, 2024

Coast Guard Cutter James honored by White House at United States Interdiction Coordinator Awards Ceremony

WASHINGTON — The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) was honored at the White House during the United States Interdiction Coordinator Awards Ceremony on July 19. The annual event, held by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), recognized the exceptional contributions and achievements of various law enforcement entities in drug interdiction efforts. James’ crew was recognized for top maritime interdiction.

July 26, 2024

Coast Guard rescues missing divers near Matagorda, Texas

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Coast Guard rescued two divers that went missing 15 miles offshore from

July 25, 2024

Coast Guard, partner agencies rescue 2 people from vessel fire near Dania Beach

MIAMI - The Coast Guard and Broward County Fire Rescue rescued two people, Thursday, after their vessel caught fire 11 miles east of Dania Beach.

The Coast Guard Cutter Eagle sails from Norfolk, Virginia, to Boston, June 12, 2017. The Eagle is a 295-foot barque sailing vessel used to train Coast Guard Academy cadets in the historic aspects of sailing, leadership, navigation and teamwork. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Auxiliarist David Lau/Released)

July 25, 2024

Coast Guard Cutter Eagle to visit Portsmouth, New Hampshire and participate in Sail Portsmouth 2024 parade of sail

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) will be making a port-of-call in Portsmouth from Friday, July 26 until Sunday, July 28. Eagle is scheduled to take part in the Sail Portsmouth 2024 tall ships festival and will participate in a parade of sail on Friday, July 26 at 10:30 a.m. The crew is scheduled to moor later that morning around 11:30 a.m. at the New Hampshire Port Authority Pier, 555 Market Street, in Portsmouth. Free public tours are scheduled for the following dates and times: • Friday, July 26 (1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) • Saturday, July 27 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.) • Sunday, July 28 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

July 25, 2024

Coast Guard searches for two missing divers near Matagorda, Texas

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - The Coast Guard is searching for two missing divers 15 miles offshore from

Coast Guard Cutter Stone (WMSL 758) makes way, June 29, 2024, in the Atlantic Ocean. Stone is operating in the U.S. 2nd Fleet area of operations in support of maritime stability and security in the region. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Thomas Settle)

July 24, 2024

Coast Guard Cutter Stone returns home after 63-day patrol in the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Stone (WMSL 758) returned to their home port in Charleston, Wednesday, following a 63-day patrol in the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea in support of homeland defense and counterdrug operations. Supporting the Tri-Party partnership, Stone served as on-scene commander, leading U.S. Navy and Royal Canadian navy assets in a dynamic mission to preserve the sovereignty of U.S. waters and counter the actions of foreign actors and transnational criminal organizations.

Boarding team members from the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) board the Brazilian navy Amazonas (P 120) in the southern Atlantic Ocean, May 25, 2024. The boarding team practiced boarding procedures onboard the Amazonas during Operation Southern Cross 2024. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Logan Kaczmarek)

July 24, 2024

Coast Guard Cutter James returns home following South Atlantic Ocean deployment to counter illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) returned to their home port in North Charleston, July 11, after completing a 98-day patrol in the South Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. James’ crew patrolled in support of Operation Southern Cross, promoting maritime governance with partners in the South Atlantic by working to illuminate and monitor illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing (IUU-F) activity in the region.

The crew of the USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) tow the motor yacht Black Pearl 1 and the 11 crew aboard in the Pacific Ocean, ensuring its safe arrival and mooring in the Republic of Palau on July 22, 2024, at 11:22 a.m. ChST, the Oliver Henry crew transferred the Black Pearl's tow to the 75-foot Palau-flagged tug SSC Techall, just offshore Palau. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Mummert)

July 24, 2024

U.S. Coast Guard completes successful rescue, tow of motor yacht Black Pearl 1 to the Republic of Palau

KOROR, Palau — In a demonstration of sound seamanship and dedication, the crew of the USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) completed the rescue operation of the motor yacht Black Pearl 1 and the 11 crew aboard, ensuring its safe arrival and mooring in the Republic of Palau on July 22, 2024. "Wrapping up this tow and seeing the Black Pearl safely handed off in Palau was incredible, especially considering the size of that yacht. I'm proud of how the crew handled everything. They're creative problem solvers, come up with quick solutions on the fly, and they manage risks like pros. It's rewarding to see everyone work together seamlessly, ensuring we live up to our role as America's maritime first responder and a trusted partner in Oceania. It's moments like this that highlight the strength and dedication of the Oliver Henry crew," said Lt. Ray Cerrato, the USCGC Oliver Henry commanding officer.

A Coast Guard Station Honolulu 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew gets underway to conduct a training operation off the coast of Oahu, Hawaii, July 18, 2024. The crew conducted underway training with a Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew to maintain proficiencies for search and rescue operations. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Tyler Robertson)

July 23, 2024

Coast Guard, good Samaritans rescue 3 from water near Honolulu

HONOLULU – The Coast Guard and good Samaritans rescued three men from the water approximately 2 miles south of the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu Monday.