Wichita (KS) Mayor Cleared in Ethics Probe Over ‘Budgeting Idea’ to Lay Off 42 Firefighters
Wichita Mayor Lily Wu has been cleared in an ethics complaint that alleged she instructed the fire chief to lay off more than 40 firefighters.
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NY Fire Department Treasurer Stole $92K for Spas, Casinos, Entertainment, Officials Say
The former treasurer of the Durhamville Fire Department has been arrested after officials say she stole $92,000 from the fire department.
New Interim Fire Chief Named After Leadership Resignations at IL Department
Chapin Fire Department is under new leadership after the village board approved an interim chief.
Former Firefighter Sues CA County Over Colleague’s Alleged Homophobic Behavior
A former firefighter is suing Los Angeles County, alleging he was discriminated against over his disability and endured his co-worker's homophobic harassment in the workplace.
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Kansas City to Restart Search for Fire Chief
The move comes nearly two years after Donna Lake resigned as chief in January 2023 and 11 months after the search for her replacement was paused.
Wichita Fire Union Accuses Mayor of Ordering Firefighter Layoffs
The Wichita firefighters' union has filed an ethics complaint against Wichita Mayor Lily Wu, alleging she directed the fire chief to lay off 45 firefighters.
Officials Approve $450,000 More to Pay Staff Salaries at Three MD Fire Stations
Carroll County commissioners unanimously approved transferring funds to give up to an additional $450,000 to the Carroll County Volunteer Emergency Services Association.
Fire Agreement Between Orangeburg (SC) City, County Advances
Orangeburg County is continuing to develop a fire services agreement with the City of Orangeburg.
Canyon Creek (MT) Fire Board Dismisses Chief After Contentious Meeting
The move, which seemed unwelcome by many citizens in attendance, leaves Canyon Creek's volunteer fire department without an appointed fire chief.
MO City Council Fails to Appoint Fire Chief
Despite support from firefighters, the Carthage City Council failed to appoint current deputy fire chief Jason Martin to be the city's next chief.
Ordinance Outlines Rates for Somerset (KY) Fire Response
The rates range from $550 per incident up to several thousand dollars, depending on the level of response required.
Black Forest (CO) Fire Rescue Fires Chief, Other Leaders Still on Leave
Two Black Forest Fire Rescue executive staff members currently on leave say they are facing retaliation after bringing claims from firefighters against the former chief.
