When Capitol Hill Shuts Down: What It Means for Fire and EMS
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Illinois Primary 2026: Local Fire Protection Questions on the Ballot
Local Fire and EMS Funding on the Ballot On March 17, 2026, Illinois voters will head to the polls for the state’s primary election. Alongside
Sun Prairie’s April 2026 Referendum: A Closer Look at Fire and EMS Funding
The city of Sun Prairie in Wisconsin is Madison’s most populous suburb. Like many fast-growing Midwestern communities, Sun Prairie’s fire and EMS services face mounting
Virginia Expands Firefighter Cancer Coverage After Loudoun County Captain’s Death
Virginia’s expanded presumptive cancer coverage closes a dangerous gap for firefighters and their families. In 2025, the Commonwealth clarified and expanded presumptive cancer coverage under
One Year Later: What the 2025 Los Angeles Wildfires Taught Us
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Firefighters & EMS in 2026 — The Critical Issues Voters Should Care About
As we are into a new year, one that will surely prove to be busy for activists and advocates. After all, this will be an
Fire and EMS 2025 Year in Review: Victories, Setbacks, and Lessons Learned
A Year of Action and Advocacy Looking back at 2025, one thing stands out: this was the year communities showed up for their first responders.
Albuquerque Voters Approve $12.63 Million Bond for Fire & EMS Infrastructure
How Did Public Safety Fare at the Ballot Box? In November 2025, Albuquerque, NM voters sent a clear message about their commitment to public safety.
Galveston Fire Bond Vote: A Local Victory with National Significance
A Turning Point for Fire Services in Galveston Across the nation, aging firehouses and outdated gear have become a major concern for fire safety and
How Firefighters are Trained to Respond to Riots and Violent Protests
When protests escalate into violence and civil unrest grips a city, firefighters find themselves responding to some of the most dangerous calls of their careers.
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