This is a report from Eric Haak:

On Sunday afternoon, June 2nd, Chicago Fire Department's 6th Battalion faced a challenging rescue situation at the intersection of 53rd and Union. A tree trimmer became stuck upside down at a moderate height with a broken leg. Truck 18 quickly arrived…

 

Bill Friedrich shared this fascinating story about a 1991 Ford/Sauber rescue unit that had three different lives across Illinois.

Excerpts from the CookCountyRecord.com:

A recent decision by an Illinois appellate court has forced the state’s workers’ compensation commission to reevaluate a claim from a Homewood firefighter who suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after a…

Excerpts from the CookCountyRecord.com:

The state’s workers’ compensation commission is now required to re-evaluate a Homewood firefighter’s claim for coverage related to post-traumatic stress disorder, following a recent ruling by an Illinois appeals…

Photos from Jeff Rudolph capturing the 2-alarm fire that took place at 29000 Sullivan Lane in Fox Lake on August 3rd, 2017. These images offer a powerful visual record of the event, showing firefighters in action and the intense scene unfolding at the Lakemoor Country Club.

Photos from Jeff Rudolph capturing the 2-alarm fire that broke out at 29000 Sullivan Lane in Fox Lake on August 3, 2017. These images show the intense scene as firefighters worked tirelessly to contain the blaze and protect the surrounding area.