Honoring fallen Wisconsin firefighters; Hoan Bridge lights up red

The Milwaukee Fire Department and Light the Hoan partnered with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to honor and remember the two Wisconsin firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2024.

Milwaukee County blood transfusion program already saving lives

A new blood transfusion program is making a difference between life and death. The "whole blood" program is in Milwaukee County.

Milwaukee crash Saturday, fire department vehicle involved

A Milwaukee Fire Department vehicle was involved in a crash near 61st and Congress on the city's north side Saturday, Feb. 1.

DC plane crash; Milwaukee Fire Department, local disasters

There was a massive recovery effort underway as first responders searched the Potomac River, and it's the type of situation the Milwaukee Fire Department trains for.

Milwaukee firefighter, brother charged with beating accused burglar

A Milwaukee firefighter and his brother are accused of severely beating a man. The victim, who is also charged, has a history of breaking into homes.

Christmas tree fire prevention, Milwaukee Fire Department tips

The Milwaukee Fire Department has tips to prevent Christmas tree fires and held a demonstration on Friday to show how sprinkler systems can help.

Milwaukee mayor highlights initiative to boost MPD recruiting numbers

Mayor Cavalier Johnson will highlight a new Fire and Police Commission initiative on Monday to boost the recruiting numbers for the Milwaukee Police Department.

Milwaukee fire near 28th and Burleigh
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Fire crews responded to a house fire near 28th and Burleigh in Milwaukee on Saturday morning, Nov. 9.

Suspicious letter at Milwaukee post office
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Milwaukee firefighters responded to a Milwaukee post office for a suspicious letter that contained powder. While the powder was deemed not hazardous, the city says the letter appears similar to other letters sent across the country intended for election offices

Milwaukee house fire near 33rd and State
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Firefighters responded to a house fire in Milwaukee early Friday morning, Oct. 25.

Milwaukee fire, police department open house; job information shared

The Milwaukee fire and police departments held an open house to show the public what being a firefighter or police officer is all about.

Milwaukee fire station at 8th and Hayes could reopen; closed since 2018

A Milwaukee fire station on the city's south side could reopen if a proposed boost in funds for the fire department are approved by the Common Council.

Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski earns Fire Chief of the Year Award

Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski has earned the Fire Chief of the Year Award from the International Association of Fire Chiefs Great Lakes Division.

RNC 2024; MFD HAZMAT team keeps attendees safe with robotic dog

The Milwaukee Fire Department is getting help with the Republican National Convention from a four-legged friend, who also just happens to be a robot.

July 4th fires: Packers' Josh Jacobs, Milwaukee chief promote safety

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs joined Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski and others to promote fire safety ahead of the Fourth of July.

Milwaukee emergency service insurance rating
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Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski and Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson held a press conference to talk about the city earning a top rating from the Insurance Services Office for its emergency service.