A 2023 report from the Department of Defense shows that military suicides had increased from the previous year. On Sunday, it was National Warrior Call Day. It's a call to action for the public and those who have served, to reach out and connect with service members and veterans. Larry Balderston, who lives in Highlands Ranch, is a World War II veteran. He talked with 9NEWS about the importance of checking on our military veterans. Read more at: https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/calls-can-reduce-veteran-suicide/73-c82c9826-4d15-435e-81bd-b1823bf9c841 More local videos here: https://youtube.com/@9news Subscribe to NEXT: https://youtube.com/@Nexton9NEWS Stay connected: 9NEWS Website: https://www.9news.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ilike9news Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NEWS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9newsdenver/ Download the 9NEWS App: https://www.9news.com/appredirect/ Sign up for the 9NEWSLETTER: https://www.9news.com/email 9NEWS (KUSA) is located in Denver, Colorado.