The family of Cleveland fire cadet Symeon Williams Sr. claims he was subjected to racially motivated hazing and excessive physical activity before a fatal medical emergency
Engineer Steven Decker, a 30-year member, died after a training exercise in West Ridge, marking the department’s second LODD in recent months
A medical transport plane crashed in rugged terrain near Ruidoso,and starting a wildfire that quickly spread in dry, windy conditions
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County officials are proposing a jointly funded peak-time medic unit to handle growing EMS demand
About 7% of Minneapolis firefighters are on PTSD leave while officials grapple with rising mental health and workers’ compensation costs
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.
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Preventing ransomware attacks is possible; our expert panelists offer several best practices your agency can follow to help reduce risk and mitigate potential issues
District Chief Sobieski offers strategies for handling performance issues and details how to develop a performance improvement plan
Find out how 5G enables public safety agencies to respond faster with real-time information that keeps first responders and their communities safer
Discover the best security postures with high levels of availability and reliability
Tackling questions from the FireRescue1 community about how to best manage firefighters and guide them to success
Learn about grants that can help fire agencies recover costs for COVID-19.
A crowd-sourced educational stress management experience with Mike Taigman and Angela Leath for cops, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, 911 telecommunicators and correctional officers
Answering key questions about safety, efficacy, mutations, side effects, conspiracy theories, and what’s ahead as new vaccines roll out
Learn about the state of public safety and how your agency can best plan for short- and long-term operational challenges
Lexipol Senior Grants Consultants Samantha Dorm and Jerry Brant answer questions about available funds for public safety agencies
Learn how Juvare can be a resource for tracking COVID-19 cases in real time
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
OFF DUTY
Follow this expert guide to cleaning, conditioning and polishing your police boots, belts and gear the right way
Explore top self-defense tools like TASERs, pepper spray and personal alarms. Learn how to choose, use, and store them safely and legally
Read the first five practical, no-nonsense strategies to help you stay sharp, resilient, and in control — no matter what the job throws at you
The habit? Working out with your dog in ways that support movement, recovery and routine
The uniform doesn’t come with a manual for pet ownership — this might help
Looking to supplement your income? These side jobs are perfect for firefighters
No matter the challenges that face you, you find a way to respond to those in need
Check out these must-read books that cover everything from historical nonfiction and memoirs to practical advice and the science of wildfire
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