Dem Mayor Orders Flags To Full Staff Post Charlie Kirk Assassination, Firefighters Say No Democratic Mayor John Laesch of Aurora, Illinois ordered flags to fly … Read more
CHERRY HILL, NJ — Firefighters responded to a residential blaze on the 700 block of Crestbrook Avenue Wednesday evening, according to the Cherry Hill Fire … Read more
A person died Wednesday night in a mobile home fire in the Pine Ridge section of Whiting, prompting a joint investigation by county and local … Read more
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Fire Department officially swore in two new career firefighters and appointed a new volunteer during a recent meeting of the … Read more
SHAMONG TWP., N.J. — Crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are making progress containing a wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest near the … Read more
AKRON, Ohio – A baby goose was rescued from a storm sewer Tuesday afternoon after a concerned citizen flagged down an Akron police officer for … Read more
WORCESTER, Mass. – A team of Worcester police officers and firefighters were honored this week by the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office for rescuing a … Read more
JACKSON, N.J. — Firefighters from Jackson Fire District No. 3 successfully rescued a dog trapped under a shed on Wednesday without injury to the animal … Read more
MILLVILLE, DE — Two volunteer firefighters have been arrested in connection with a hate crime investigation at the Millville Volunteer Fire Company, Delaware State Police … Read more
CAPE MAY, NJ — Cape May Fire Department personnel responded Friday morning to assist the West Cape May Volunteer Fire Company with a vehicle fire … Read more
LINDEN, N.J. — A two-alarm fire tore through a two-family home on East Blancke Street late Tuesday night, displacing 10 residents and injuring two firefighters … Read more
NORTHBOROUGH, MASS. — A group of Northborough firefighters received top honors this week after pulling a woman and her dog from freezing mud and ice … Read more
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A bombshell lawsuit filed on March 17 in Ocean County Superior Court has rocked the Silverton Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, … Read more
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – The treasurer of a labor union representing firefighters and emergency medical technicians in Burlington County has been charged with stealing nearly … Read more
WYCKOFF, N.J. — Fire crews responded to a brush fire at a residential home Wednesday evening, officials said. The Wyckoff Fire Department quickly extinguished the … Read more
FRIENDSVILLE, Md. — A structure fire caused significant damage to a single-story manufactured home in Friendsville on Monday afternoon, with investigators still working to determine … Read more
STAMFORD, Conn. — Firefighters contained a townhouse fire on Stamford’s West Side on Friday afternoon, preventing significant damage to the building. The Stamford Fire Department … Read more
Attorney General Dismisses DEI-Related Lawsuits
**Washington, D.C.** – This week, Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division to dismiss several lawsuits concerning the hiring of police officers and firefighters across various jurisdictions nationwide. These legal actions, initiated by the previous administration, contested the fairness of using standard aptitude tests for selecting public safety candidates.
Attorney General Bondi emphasized the need for hiring based on skill and dedication to public safety rather than diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) quotas. The prior administration had identified statistical disparities in test results but lacked evidence of intentional discrimination.
The previous administration aimed to push cities towards DEI-based hiring practices, urging them to allocate substantial funds to compensate applicants with lower test scores. President Trump and Attorney General Bondi are working to eliminate unlawful discrimination while promoting merit-based opportunities, particularly for public safety personnel.
The dismissal signifies a move to eradicate illegal DEI preferences in both public and private sectors. Prioritizing merit in hiring decisions for fire and police departments is seen as critical to ensuring public safety.
WEST CAPE MAY, N.J. – Firefighters responded to a business on Park Boulevard on Sunday morning after an activated fire alarm led to the discovery … Read more
UTICA, N.Y. — Three Utica firefighters intervened in a violent home invasion Friday morning, preventing a woman from being stabbed and restraining the suspect until … Read more
TENTH DISTRICT, Md. — A stranded deer was safely rescued from an icy surface on Monday by the Tenth District Volunteer Fire Department, according to … Read more
ELLICOTT CITY, MD — Firefighters in Howard County braved icy conditions Monday night to rescue a dog that had fallen through the ice of a … Read more
CASSVILLE, N.J. — Fire crews from Cassville Volunteer Fire Company #1 and Whitesville Volunteer Fire Department quickly responded to a fire involving two outbuildings behind … Read more
GARRETT COUNTY, Md. — A two-alarm fire broke out Wednesday evening at Friends Stockyard in Garrett County, prompting an extensive emergency response and efforts to … Read more
BALTIMORE, M.D. — The Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal announced Tuesday that its teams have responded to 29 incidents across Maryland and Virginia … Read more
BLACKWOOD, N.J. — A woman and her two dogs were rescued Saturday afternoon after becoming trapped in the partially frozen Timber Creek at Timber Creek … Read more
STAMFORD, Conn. — A worker trapped in a trench collapse was rescued Friday morning in Stamford after a swift and coordinated effort by the city’s … Read more
CHENANGO, N.Y. — New York State Police provided critical aerial support during a fire at the Quality Pallet Company in the town of Chenango, utilizing … Read more
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly issued safety bulletin from the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety is advising first responders to maintain caution and distance … Read more
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Members of the Cherry Hill Fire Department and Camden Fire Department have successfully completed a specialized Tower Rescue Technician program, equipping … Read more
As the crisp chill of December lurks across the Garden State, New Jersey transforms into a whirlwind of holiday cheer. From twinkling lights strung across … Read more
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Santa Claus will bring holiday cheer to Cherry Hill neighborhoods starting Saturday, December 14, as part of the Cherry Hill Fire … Read more
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Firefighters from Rescue Ladder 13 lent a helping hand earlier today in the annual tradition of hanging wreaths on the iconic … Read more
TRENTON, N.J. — Firefighters across New Jersey are battling nine major wildfires that are causing heavy smoke and low visibility across multiple counties. The fires, … Read more
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Fire Department has dispatched its Rehab and Care (RAC) Unit to aid in the ongoing response to a large forest … Read more
Newark Saves Man from Passaic River
**Newark, NJ** – Newark Firefighters and Police successfully rescued a 23-year-old man who fell into the Passaic River on Saturday. The incident occurred on November 2 near Jersey Street and Raymond Boulevard.
At approximately 10:22 p.m., a call reported a man in the water, prompting emergency services to respond. The man was rescued and taken to University Hospital for treatment, where he remains in stable condition.
Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé emphasizes the importance of community assistance in criminal matters. He encourages the public to share information through the 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).
Tips can also be submitted anonymously via the Police Division’s website. The confidentiality of all tips is maintained, and eligible submissions may result in rewards.
DOWNE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters are working to contain a wildfire that has spread to 120 acres in Downe Township, Cumberland County. The New Jersey … Read more
CAPE MAY, N.J. — Two Cape May County firefighters have joined New Jersey Task Force 1 (NJTF1) in the ongoing search and rescue efforts in … Read more
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Firefighters responded to a high-rise fire overnight at the Towers of Windsor Apartment Building in Cherry Hill, quickly extinguishing a blaze … Read more
Firefighters in Bergen County rushed to the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash on Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights on Saturday, October 5, where they … Read more
STAMFORD, CT – Stamford firefighters were called to a structure fire on Thursday, October 3, at 1:39 PM, at 56 Gurley Road in Stamford’s Shippan … Read more
STAMFORD, Conn. — Stamford firefighters rescued several pets from a house fire Thursday afternoon in the Waterside neighborhood, officials said. Crews were dispatched to 87 … Read more
STAMFORD, Conn. — A house fire on Middle Ridge Road was swiftly extinguished by the Stamford Fire Department on Wednesday evening. The fire, reported at … Read more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — DC Fire and EMS crews fought a challenging fire in Northeast D.C. on Monday afternoon, which broke out just before 3 p.m. in … Read more
FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. — Firefighters in Frederick County rescued several individuals after a fire erupted at a restaurant on Tuesday morning, according to local officials. … Read more
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, announced that the Lakewood Fire Department has been awarded a … Read more
STAMFORD, Conn. — Firefighters in Stamford successfully contained a house fire in the city’s Waterside neighborhood on Monday afternoon. The Stamford Fire Department responded to … Read more
CAPE MAY, NJ—Early Sunday morning, just after 8:30 AM, Cape May firefighters, along with mutual aid from several local agencies, were dispatched to a reported … Read more
CHERRY HILL, NJ—The Cherry Hill Fire Department is currently responding to a house fire in Pennsauken. Ladder 1324 and Engine 1352 have been deployed to … Read more
Roanoke County, VA — The Roanoke County Police Department extends its gratitude to the Mount Pleasant Volunteer Fire Department for organizing a successful touch a … Read more