Steve Shaw and DJ Stone

Perspectives on Leadership: Navigating Leadership, Standards, and Innovation in the Fire Service

Steve Shaw speaks with guest DJ Stone about the transformative power of mentorship, the importance of community relationships, and the evolving standards within the fire service
Samuel Wilson

Norwich (CT) Hires New Fire Chief

Norwich announced Thursday that is has hired the deputy chief of the Wallingford fire department to be the city’s new fire chief.
City of Sacramento CA Fire

Sacramento (CA) Pays Settlement to Controversial Former Fire Chief

The city of Sacramento has paid a $300,000 settlement to former Fire Chief Gary Loesch, who spent much of his tenure embroiled in controversy.
John K. Murphy, Chip Comstock, and Brad Pinsky

Fire Service Court: Embracing DEI

Hosts Brad Pinsky, John K. Murphy, and Chip Comstock discuss the critical importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the fire service.

Decatur (IL) Fire Chief to Retire After Three-Decade Career

After 30 years of service, Jeff Abbott is retiring as Decatur fire chief.
Anthony Kastros and Mo Khazaal

Command Show: Insights on Wildfire Management, Part 1

Host Anthony Kastros speaks with Mo Khazaal of the Los Angeles County (CA) Fire Department about the complexities of wildland firefighting amidst catastrophic conditions.
Tarrant Alabama sign

AL Town Has Two Fire Chiefs

An Alabama town officially still has two fire chiefs, but only one will lead first responders, following an agreement that ends a contentious standoff.
Rockdale Fire Chief Marian McDaniel

Rockdale County (GA) Fire Chief Resigns Months After Massive Biolab Fire

Rockdale County’s fire chief has announced her resignation, four months after a fire at a BioLab facility sent up a chemical cloud and led to…
David Rhodes Editor's Opinion February 2025

I Didn’t Get the Memo

When communicating within a fire department, don't send a memo. David Rhodes on making your messages recognizable, meaningful, and understandable.
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