Both veterans spoke to WBBM Newsradio during an early Veteran’s Day event at Hines VA Hospital in Chicago’s western suburbs. Anderson said that while his service has ended, his mission never ends.

Report lists nearly 90 safety improvements for Hines VA Hospital A report lists nearly 90 recommendations to improve safety for veterans and staff at Hines VA Hospital's Mental Health Unit.

Joan Ricard, head of Hines Veterans Hospital in suburban Chicago, will retire after a tenure that included being drawn into a national scandal over secret patient waiting lists.