Man Caused Nearly $130,000 in Damages With Axe on Vehicles at Chicago Firehouses
Police say, in a series of incidents from February to April at Chicago firehouse parking lots, Jacob Bogdan used an axe to vandalize firefighter's vehicles.
Fire Apparatus Supplement 2026
This special Fire Apparatus Supplement includes feature articles on why apparatus proportions don't necessarily need to default to the largest that are available from manufacturers, how wildland rig design must consider the comfort of responders whose ass…
Wildland Fire Apparatus: A Different Kind of Response Vehicle
Bill Arsenault explains why when departments expect to travel beyond their jurisdiction to aid in fighting wildfires, they must think about aspects of a rig that likely wouldn’t apply to responses in their community.
Prosecutor: Ansonia, OH, Firefighter Responded to Fire He Allegedly Set after Shooting Woman
Peyton Beam is accused of murdering Ericka Kramer and setting her home on fire to cover up the crime, before responding to the scene as a firefighter.
Firefighter Injured in MA Fire Academy Fall Upgraded to Stable Condition
Chelmsford firefighter Nick Spinale suffered severe injuries after a 40-foot fall at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. A fundraiser has been established to assist him.
New Deliveries: April 2026
A look at recent fire apparatus deliveries from Sutphen, E-ONE, Oshkosh, Rosenbauer and more, including a tanker, ARFF units and a quint.
Drought, Dry Conditions Fuel Unprecedented Wildfire Crisis in FL
The state's wildfire activity has tripled compared to last year, with over 1,400 fires in 2026, prompting emergency declarations and burn bans across many counties.
Dallas Sues Former Firefighter for $127,000 They Paid Him Following Resignation
Ivan Gonzales resigned from Dallas Fire-Rescue in 2023, but the city paid him nearly two years of salary because of administrative errors, the lawsuit claims.
NY Mandates That All Ambulances are Equipped with Dash Cameras
New York State is requiring dash cameras for all ambulances and medical response vehicles, aiming to improve safety and accountability.
Funding for Farmville, NC, Fire Station in Jeopardy Over Environmental Testing
Construction of Farmville's fire station is on hold after the town failed to complete environmental testing, putting a grant for the project in limbo.
Suit: Firefighters Retaliated Against after Backing Grand Blanc Twp., MI, Fire Chief in Deadly Church Attack
Following a tragic church attack, Grand Blanc Township firefighters allege they faced retaliation when advocating for their fire chief.
After Five Days, Bodies Found in Debris of Collapsed Philadelphia Parking Deck
"This was a highly complex and dangerous incident that demanded patience, precision, and constant coordination," Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Jeffrey Thompson said.
FDNY Crews Battle Five-Alarm Fire in Lumberyard
“The high volume of fire and the large amount of fuel limited their ability to put that fire out,” FDNY Assistant Chief Michael Meyers said.
Electric Car Battery Sparks Massive Fire in Cahokia Heights, IL
Approximately 50 vehicles in the tow yard were destroyed, Cahokia Heights Fire Chief Stephen Robbins said.
Two-thirds of Wales, ME, Firefighters Quit, Citing Leadership Issues
Eleven firefighters turned in their gear after Wales Fire Chief Scott Dimmick refused to resign.
2026 Station Design Conference: Planning a Fire Station? Don’t Guess Your Way Through It
Every stage of the development of a new fire station or renovation comes with its own set of decisions and risks.
Explosive Device Detonates in Cupcake Vending Machine in Syracuse, NY
A man has been arrested for the blast that shook the multi-tenant Syracuse office building.
Sans Pumper, Anchorage, AK, Crews Responded to Fire in Old Rescue Truck
Anchorage firefighters are struggling to maintain their aging fleet, Fire Chief Doug Schrage said.
Two Hurt after Rig Slams into Building in Clifton, NJ
Clifton firefighters used a ladder to rescue a resident who lives in an apartment above the business.
Firehouse's Mentor Monday: Department Banquets are Important
This Firehouse's Mentor Monday, Chief Jacob Johnson talks about how to honor members in your fire department based off of a viewer question.