Detroit firefighter died while on duty; cause of death under investigation
Sgt. Vince Smith was found dead in his firehouse.
Sgt. Vince Smith was found dead in his firehouse.
Just days after we requested overtime records, Detroit launched a fraud investigation into the scheme.
Firefighters deserve courageous, principled union leadership that can work with the new commissioner and ensure that firefighters have working equipment, safe firehouses and good wages.
The former assistant police chief now has the authority to appoint new top brass to deliver on a pledge to clean up the beleaguered Fire Department.
We’ll provide up-to-date details and a map of every fire through Halloween.
If the past four years are any indication, Detroit is likely to see more than 90 fires during the three-day Devil’s Night period beginning Thursday.
Eric Jones is determined to clean up the dysfunctional culture within the top ranks of the Detroit Fire Department.
On the past administration’s last day on Friday, the top brass went after a firefighter who blew the whistle on serious safety violations.
Fire Commissioner Edsel Jenkins is on his way out.
When firefighters dash into burning houses and buildings to rescue people and knock down fires, they wear high-pressure air bottles to breathe.