Mayoral candidate in NYC criticized for ‘disrespecting’ firefighters
Concerns Raised Over Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Treatment of Firefighters New York’s Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani has faced criticism from various groups, including the Smoke Eaters, regarding his record as a state legislator. Critics argue he has consistently undermined New Yorkers, especially in his approach to fire safety. Queens Councilman Nicholas Spinelli, who also leads the […]
Firefighters’ Union Letting Down Its Members
Unions were originally established to safeguard the middle class. Yet, as often happens with large organizations, their focus can shift towards self-preservation rather than serving their members’ interests. Every day, firefighters put their lives on the line, striving to protect our communities and save property. It’s disheartening to think that they may also have to […]
We can’t achieve prosperity by cutting funding. Let’s back our schools and firefighters.
At the beginning of what was termed a “golden age” for America, President Donald Trump addressed the nation with optimism, proclaiming that “American dreams will soon return and thrive more than ever.” That moment was January 20, 2025. Now, a few months in, it raises the question: Is this really just a matter of speeches […]
Firefighters Rescue Driver from Truck Cabin Hanging Over Overpass
A dramatic rescue unfolded in Louisville, Kentucky, on Sunday morning when a tractor trailer driver found himself trapped in his vehicle after a crash on the I-65 elevated train. The incident reportedly caused a taxi to dangle precariously at the edge, as detailed by NBC News on Tuesday. In distress, the driver called 911, expressing […]
Vatican Firefighters Set Up Chimney on Sistine Chapel for Papal Election
Vatican City (AP) — Preparations for the Conclave aimed at selecting a new pope took a significant step forward on Friday with the setup of a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, signaling the succession process following Pope Francis. Vatican firefighters were spotted working on the roof of the Sistine Chapel, installing the chimney, which is […]
L.A. Spends Less on Firefighters than Homeless, Who Start One-Third of Fires
The city spends more on the homeless than firefighters, and the homeless will launch almost a third of the fires the department responds, according to a report from the interim fire chief in Los Angeles. A spectacular report from interim LA Fire Department Chief Roney Villanueva It was revealed Tuesday, by local ABC affiliate KABC-7: […]
Suffolk County bill would set aside affordable housing for volunteer firefighters, EMS
Suffolk County Councillors are pushing for the laws needed by new affordable housing developers to secure apartments for volunteer firefighters and EMS. Democrat Rebecca Sanin proposed a bill earlier this month to apply to builders who receive subsidies from the county's Labor and Housing Fund, working to stop registered volunteers from being priced from Suffolk. […]
FDNY’s calendar of smoke-show firefighters set to return
Get ready for the smoke show. FDNY is gearing up to set up the Big Apple flame with a calendar filled with famous chunks making a fiery comeback next year. The iconic “Heroes Calendar” – known for banging hot firefighters, EMTs and paramedics all over the page, but is back in 2026 after a three-year […]
Three firefighters injured battling two-alarm Staten Island house fire
Reports say three firefighters were injured in fighting two alarm flames at their Staten Island home on Saturday night. A fire broke out at Rosewood Place in Tompkinsville on the island's North Shore just past 7pm. According to ABC 7. Fire blew up on the roof and top floor of a house near Tompkins Building […]
Connecticut abused man rescued by firefighters as stepmom Kimberly Sullivan screamed outside: body cam
The dramatic body cam footage captured the bold rescue of an abused Connecticut man. He had been held captive by his evil stepmother for 20 years, so she would scream to the first responders outside the burning “home of horror.” Members of the Waterbury Fire Station rushed to report a fire at an enclave in […]