First Responders
First Responders Are Stressed Out and Short-Staffed. Are We Asking Too Much
While we can't solve the staffing problem overnight, there are steps we can take — as community leaders, voters, and taxpayers — to improve this situation.
China's plan to rule the world through its smart devices, FCC urged to act
Chinese-made modules in various devices could be quietly gathering data for their creators in Beijing, and lawmakers want the FCC to act.
I gave George Floyd first aid. Police have learned nothing
Every one of us at the scene carries the tragic horror with us.
Budweiser's camo bottles mocked after Bud Light Dylan Mulvaney partnership
Budweiser was raising money for families of military veterans, but people online mocked it after the Bud Light controversy.
Passenger texts final words to wife before fatal plane crash
Members of the Cleveland Jewish community are mourning lives lost in a plane crash that occurred Thursday in stormy weather.
Over 100 people stranded on large ice chunk after it breaks free on lake
The large chunk of ice broke free while a group of people were fishing Monday afternoon, according to authorities in Minnesota.
Ex-Paratrooper Locked in Chicken Coop by Toddler Forced to Call For Help
"I could probably kick the mesh chicken wire. But I also didn't want to get in trouble," said Michael Scalise. "This is one of my wife's favorite things."
Fact Check: Is Ron DeSantis' First Responders Fund Paid For By Biden Plan?
The Florida governor appeared to take credit for a plan that, some believe, was paid for by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Man Attacks First Responders With His Cane After Allegedly Setting Fire
A Florida man is accused of starting the blaze after a family fight.
First Responders Honored With New Ram 1500 Built To Serve Editions
The truckmaker is kicking off the next phase of its "Built to Serve" initiative with a Ram 1500 Firefighter Edition.
New York High Schoolers Get EMT Licenses to Fill Ambulance Shortages
The EMS crew in rural Sackets Harbor, New York is comprised of volunteer members all under the age of 21.
Tennessee GOP Looks to Ban Residency Requirements for First Responders
"Reducing violent crime, public safety and safe streets are the number one priority of the residents of Memphis," said one Republican representative.
Cops Save Mom, Daughter and Cat From Home Inferno
The police department in Austin, Texas, has nominated the several officers for medals for their service.
Poland to Require COVID Vaccine for Healthcare Workers, Teachers, Others
By March 1, a COVID vaccine will be required to work in health care, education or as a first responder in Poland, the country's Health Minister said Tuesday.
Prince William Says Traumatic Incident Made Him Ask 'Why Do I Feel so Sad?'
Prince William said he felt "the whole world was dying" as an air ambulance pilot, following a crash involving a child of a similar age to Prince George.
Video Shows Man Escaping Burning Building by Jumping Off Balcony
A trapped resident was saved when he jumped from his balcony into the arms of first responders.
Florida Man Arrested for Pleasuring Himself With Ice Pack: Police
Terry Majors was recently released from jail after serving time on felony drug charges for selling crack cocaine to an undercover cop.
Video Shows Unmanned Boat Coming Dangerously Close to Florida Beachgoers
Responders caught up to the boat before boarding and regaining control of the vessel, and were able to rescue the man who went overboard.
'I Was a First Responder Firefighter on 9/11'
I happened to look up and I saw this 110 storey tornado coming at me; just curling itself towards me. I shouted "run, run, run!" Afterwards, we just saw dust. Everything was dust. I desperately looked for people everywhere, but there was nothing. We inhaled them. They were there, and then they were part of us.
Ken Feinberg on 9/11 Fund Fights: "Everybody Counts Other People's Money"
The first head of the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund talks about the challenges of putting a price on the lives lost that day and the lasting personal impact.
The 9/11 Victim Count Is Still Climbing; Many Will Miss Out on Compensation
Only a fraction of the 500,000 people exposed to toxins at Ground Zero have gotten money from the federal fund that compensates victims, even as the death toll rises.
Denver Police Will Be Held 'Accountable' if They Don't Get Vaccine: City
On Monday, the city health department released a public order that requires all city employees to receive their second vaccine dose by September 15 and provide proof of vaccination.
Body Cam Video Shows Police Responding to Surfside Collapse: 'This is Huge'
"Captain, the Champlain Towers, the building collapsed," a stunned officer says over his radio in body cam footage as he looks at the destruction around him.
Surfside Crews Release Rescue Dogs From Search as Recovery Mission Begins
"Our sole responsibility at this point is to bring closure," Miami-Dade Assistant Fire Chief Raide Jadallah said as relatives cried in the background.
Surfside Rescuers Not Finding Signs of Life in Rubble as Search Continues
The death toll climbed to 32 as first responders searched the condo's wreckage for a 13th day, hindered by wind and rain as Tropical Storm Elsa touched down.
Royal Caribbean Brings Cruise Ship to House 600 Surfside First Responders
"Providing [search and rescue teams] shelter is a small way to show our support," said Richard Fain, Royal Caribbean's chairman and CEO
Dad Breaks World Record by Completing 1.5 Million Pushups for Charity
Nate Carroll completed 4,000 push-ups per day on average to achieve his goal: "You have to really make it a priority."
Officer Saved By Firefighter Girlfriend From Drowning After UTV Crash
Patrick Ryan, 37, told WKRN-TV he and Sarah Ebbert, his 29-year-old girlfriend, were out riding the UTV on Sunday when the front tire slid into a hole just a few feet from shore, and the vehicle flipped into the water.
Healthcare Worker Makes Juice Shop Stop While Transporting COVID Patient
The medical worker reportedly defended his actions, arguing that he was not infected. "I am just transporting the patient."
Rhode Island Vaccine Rollout Hindered by People Sharing Appointment Links
"People who are not eligible for vaccination will not be able to gain access to a vaccination clinic," the Rhode Island Department of Health said.