No matter how much you love the job, firefighters and medics need to put themselves first—else everything and everyone else suffers.

Michael J. Ryan, a firefighter and commissioner with the Phoenicia Fire District, died of cardiac arrest while responding to an injured hiker in Shandaken on Saturday.

A Kansas City firefighter, has six DWI cases across four counties, yet he remains employed, according to city records.

Brian Rice, president of the California Professional Firefighters Association, addressed four firefighter suicides in 90 days, urging mental health support and sharing his personal struggles.

Bells rang out in Chicago to honor firefighter Daniel Capuano, who died in the line of duty 10 years ago. His children, Amanda and Andrew, are now pursue careers in nursing and firefighting.

Utah has repealed a collective bargaining ban for public employees, including firefighters and teachers, after pushback from union members and a special legislative session.

Decatur firefighters participated in the Guns and Hoses event on December 13, 2025, raising donations for the Salvation Army despite snowy conditions.

Lawrence firefighters and the Boston Bruins delivered 250 coats and hats to local children through “Operation Warm” via the Lawrence Boys & Girls Club.

Fire Chief Austin Miller filed a lawsuit against Shawnee Township and trustees Ted Ciminillo, Clark Spieles, and Joe Recker in U.S. District Court in Toledo, claiming unlawful suspension. Miller seeks relief from suspension and $75,000 in damages.

San Luis Obispo County firefighters rescued a man trapped in an industrial mulching machine in Nipomo on August 29, 2025, after a four-hour operation.