Coral Gables honors 9/11 amid mayor’s controversial remarks
After Vince Lago’s comments sparked outrage, Coral Gables makes Sept. 11 a local holiday following pressure from union leaders and residents.Continue reading→
Fire fighter unions are America’s favor labor group, new poll finds
A recent survey asked Americans which trade unions they viewed most favorably, with fire fighters taking the top spot.Continue reading→
UNITE HERE Remembers and Honors those lost on September 11
On the anniversary of September 11, 2001, UNITE HERE remembers all those who lost their lives on that tragic day. We hold especially close the memory of our 43 sisters and brothers from UNITE HERE Local 100 who died while working at Windows on the World, a restaurant located at the top of the North […] The post UNITE HERE Remembers and Honors those lost on September 11 appeared first on UNITE HERE!.Continue reading→
Families of fallen 9/11 members continue the tradition of bravery
Inspired by their parents’ legacy, a new generation of IAFF members are answering the call in New York City.Continue reading→
Rep. Spanberger launches WEP/GPO survey for retired public servants
The survey will allow first responders and other public servants to share their experiences dealing with the WEP and GPO penalties.Continue reading→
The Tulsa Turnaround: Inside Local 176’s rebirth
Local 176 has navigated tough times, from pandemic setbacks to funding issues, and achieved significant victories for Tulsa fire fighters.Continue reading→
ICYMI: Kelly praises new Massachusetts PFAS law; calls for others to follow in Boston Globe op-ed
Massachusetts is now the second U.S. state to ban the sale of fire fighter bunker gear containing cancer-causing PFAS.Continue reading→
Kelly and Líma re-elected IAFF principal officers
The official election results for the 57th IAFF Convention.Continue reading→
Walz and Vance make their case at IAFF’s 57th Convention
The two Vice Presidential nominees spoke to delegates in Boston this week, each urging fire fighters to support their respective tickets.Continue reading→
16 IAFF members honored at the 57th IAFF Convention
Sixteen IAFF leaders from the U.S. and Canada received Local Leadership Awards for their 15+ years of dedicated service.Continue reading→
70th anniversary of IAFF-MDA partnership celebrated at Boston Convention
The IAFF and MDA marked a major milestone at the IAFF 57th Convention in Boston, celebrating 70 years of impactful collaboration and more than $700 million raised.Continue reading→
Carpenters VP underscores union solidarity at IAFF Convention
General Vice President of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters highlights trade union bonds at 57th Convention.Continue reading→
MA governor, labor leaders open 57th Convention
Marty Walsh, the Executive Director of the NHL Players Association, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healy, and Timothy Driscoll, President of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers spoke at the 57th IAFF Convention in Boston.Continue reading→
IAFF 57th Convention’s Opening Ceremony highlights unity and progress
IAFF General President Edward Kelly unites IAFF members during keynote address.Continue reading→
Off-duty Prince George’s County fire fighter and paramedic saves lives after boat capsizes
An off-duty Local 1619 fire fighter and paramedic is being hailed a hero for helping five people get to safety.Continue reading→
“Wherever the Fight Is” – IAFF gears up for 57th Convention in Boston
The IAFF’s 57th Convention will be held at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center from Aug. 26-30, 2024.Continue reading→
Rep. Bill Pascrell, longtime friend of the IAFF and U.S. fire fighters, dies at 87
The 14-term New Jersey Congressman championed the fire service and played a leading role in many of the IAFF's legislative victories over the past two decades.Continue reading→