With hurricane season and the World Cup approaching, the agency reinstated employees and extended contracts to shore up its workforce
The bipartisan package funds most of Homeland Security, but leaves immigration enforcement money for a separate GOP budget fight
Police say a man broke into his estranged wife’s home before a powerful explosion destroyed the Queens house
Citing staffing challenges and sustainability concerns, Lexington city leaders moved emergency response to the Spring Lake Park-Blaine-Mounds View Fire Department
Madison firefighters say the curious child likely crawled into the prize machine through the retrieval window and was freed within minutes
EXCLUSIVES
Safety Stand Down 2026: Start your fitness journey here
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Deputy Chief Darin Wallentine details the fitness-focused Safety Stand Down, happening June 14-20.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Gain practical strategies for strengthening interagency collaboration and creating a more informed emergency response ecosystem
A tactical playbook for firefighters, company officers and chief officers
A practical playbook for protecting soft targets without disrupting public life
From the Super Bowl to the Olympics, veteran chiefs reveal how to build a unified command structure that holds under pressure — before the first siren sounds
From idea to implementation, fire service leaders detail the process of standing up health centers that are redefining firefighter readiness
Demystifying NERIS requirements with practical, hands-on examples
Prepare your department to secure funding for safety equipment that matches today’s operational demands
Lessons from agencies mastering real-time collaboration under pressure
From checklists to command-post placement, leaders must build the foundation for confident command
Turn fragmented systems into seamless collaboration during critical incidents
Battalion Chief Steve Conn and Lt. Bassel Ibrahim detail mayday lessons from real-world events and progressive training
This informative webinar will provide key information on how two public safety agencies (one police and one fire) funded comprehensive smartphone programs that provided issued devices to all personnel.
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
Cumbersome and costly testing methods have long challenged first responders – this product changes that
Protection matters, but so does performance — here’s what to know
Voice-operated two-way intrateam networks can improve safety and efficiency across operations
WATCH NOW
Better Every Shift’s resident scientist shares how the upcoming Science to the Station event helps firefighters connect with peers and experts
OFF DUTY
A dedicated home gym is convenient, eliminates excuses and allows you to workout on your schedule
Air purifiers can capture tiny airborne pollutants like dust mites, pet dander and pollens that are known to trigger sinus and breathing issues
Massage guns offer a cheaper, more convenient option to a massage therapist
From beginners to seasoned pros, find the ideal dumbbell set to suit your fitness goals
Researchers debunk four common myths about the safety of intermittent fasting
Clark A. Kendall and Carol L. Petrov offer finance-focused guidance, including tips for savings and pension plans, to firefighters and other first responders
Discover how a budget-friendly camping getaway can offer quality family time in the great outdoors
Protein powders can go a long way towards aiding your muscle’s recovery and growth
In addition to evidence protection, Faraday bags can protect your personal devices and key fobs from hackers and unauthorized access
Discover the top-performing coolers for all your outdoor adventures and family gatherings
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FEATURED EDUCATION
As critical as the research is on how modern furnishings burn, the real importance lies in what we do with the results
Teamwork, communication, experience and constant training make nozzle firefighters most effective
Firefighter Kelly Wong, 29, fell from an aerial ladder; he leaves behind his wife and an infant son