Detroit firefighter mounts video camera to helmet for a full year to expose the dangers faced by firefighters at a time when firefighters around the country are fighting more fires with fewer resources.
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Detroit firefighter mounts video camera to helmet for a full year to expose the dangers faced by firefighters at a time when firefighters around the country are fighting more fires with fewer resources.
Yet another Texas billionaire has decided he's going to spend big to "reform" retirement security in California. Voters, however, are tired of the posturing.
Ten Years Honoring California's Fallen -- The California Firefighters Memorial marked a decade honoring California's fallen firefighters with a two-day commemoration in Sacramento. CPF Firevision provides a recap of the moving ceremonies.
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Ten Years Honoring California's Fallen -- The California Firefighters Memorial marked a decade honoring California's fallen firefighters with a two-day commemoration in Sacramento. CPF Firevision provides a recap of the moving ceremonies.
Monrovia Firefighters Local 2415 are saddened to announce the passing of Fire Captain Marlowe Crawford.
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Monrovia Firefighters Local 2415 are saddened to announce the passing of Fire Captain Marlowe Crawford.
A $1.24 million federal Homeland Security grant to the Pinole Fire Department could reignite a two-year debate over the closing of the Pinole Valley Fire Station.
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CalPERS is fighting back against a hostile anti-pension "crusader" who leveled misleading attacks at the nation's largest retirement system.
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CalPERS is fighting back against a hostile anti-pension "crusader" who leveled misleading attacks at the nation's largest retirement system.
A $1.24 million federal Homeland Security grant to the Pinole Fire Department could reignite a two-year debate over the closing of the Pinole Valley Fire Station.
It looks like the promise of pension "reform" comes with a price tag for San Diego taxpayers. In its new city budget, San Diego officials predict a $44 million hike in the pension obligation, most of it caused by last year's Proposition B.
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It looks like the promise of pension "reform" comes with a price tag for San Diego taxpayers. In its new city budget, San Diego officials predict a $44 million hike in the pension obligation, most of it caused by last year's Proposition B.
For the first time since before the Great Recession, California's budget does not have a deficit. So says Gov. Jerry Brown, who released his proposed 2013-2014 spending plan.
For the first time since before the Great Recession, California's budget does not have a deficit. So says Gov. Jerry Brown, who released his proposed 2013-2014 spending plan.
Off-duty Santa Rosa firefighter Tony Camilleri is being credited for spotting a Petaluma house fire and alerting the occupants to the danger.
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Off-duty Santa Rosa firefighter Tony Camilleri is being credited for spotting a Petaluma house fire and alerting the occupants to the danger.
Santa Maria firefighters responded to a destructive house fire during the holidays, and managed to save the family and its Christmas presents.
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Santa Maria firefighters responded to a destructive house fire during the holidays, and managed to save the family and its Christmas presents.
A local firefighters union cheers Gov. Jerry Brown's decision to deny parole to a man convicted in an arson murder of a 34-year-old firefighter.
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A local firefighters union cheers Gov. Jerry Brown's decision to deny parole to a man convicted in an arson murder of a 34-year-old firefighter.
Seven-year-old Daniel Barden of Sandy Hook Elementary wanted to be a New York City firefighter like his father's cousins. On Wednesday, FDNY firefighters in full dress uniform paid tribute to young Daniel, who was killed in Friday's Newtown school massacre.
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About 200 people gathered at a chapel in San Bernardino for a two-hour memorial ceremony for retired fire engineer Gerald Mohney who died of brain cancer on Dec. 13 after 36 years in the fire service.
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Seven-year-old Daniel Barden of Sandy Hook Elementary wanted to be a New York City firefighter like his father's cousins. On Wednesday, FDNY firefighters in full dress uniform paid tribute to young Daniel, who was killed in Friday's Newtown school massacre.
About 200 people gathered at a chapel in San Bernardino for a two-hour memorial ceremony for retired fire engineer Gerald Mohney who died of brain cancer on Dec. 13 after 36 years in the fire service.
CPF President Lou Paulson joined 54 other select Californians on Monday, December 17th to participate in the Electoral College.
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CPF President Lou Paulson joined 54 other select Californians on Monday, December 17th to participate in the Electoral College.
CPF President Lou Paulson joined 54 other select Californians on Monday, December 17th to participate in the Electoral College.
Local 175 and Local 1401 (Santa Rosa Firefighters) hosted IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger in late October at a "No on Proposition 32" rally in Santa Rosa. President Shaiteberger visited California on a 3 week tour of the state with CPF President Lou Paulson, rallying members in support of the succesful "No on Proposition 32" campaign.
An architect charged with involuntary manslaughter for the death of a firefighter last year will face trial. Prosecutors allege architect Gerhard Becker negligently installed outdoor fireplaces in his home, a decision they say led to the death of veteran firefighter Glenn Allen.
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An architect charged with involuntary manslaughter for the death of a firefighter last year will face trial. Prosecutors allege architect Gerhard Becker negligently installed outdoor fireplaces in his home, a decision they say led to the death of veteran firefighter Glenn Allen.
Off-duty firefighter Kevin Buccola walked out of his gym on Nov 13th to find a crowd of people gathered around an unconscious man. Without Buccola's leadership that Tuesday morning, longtime Merced resident Richard Kirkman could have easily died from the heart attack he suffered.
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Off-duty firefighter Kevin Buccola walked out of his gym on Nov 13th to find a crowd of people gathered around an unconscious man. Without Buccola's leadership that Tuesday morning, longtime Merced resident Richard Kirkman could have easily died from the heart attack he suffered.
It is with great sadness that IAFF Local 2881 announces the passing of CAL FIRE Firefighter Luis Alfonso Magallanes-Molina of the Butte Unit. Luis passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2012 following his courageous five year battle with cancer.
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After one of the most expensive initiative campaigns in state history, California Professional Firefighters this week began airing a radio spot thanking voters for their trust and support in rejecting Proposition 32, the Special Exemptions Initiative.
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After one of the most expensive initiative campaigns in state history, California Professional Firefighters this week began airing a radio spot thanking voters for their trust and support in rejecting Proposition 32, the Special Exemptions Initiative.
It is with great sadness that IAFF Local 2881 announces the passing of CAL FIRE Firefighter Luis Alfonso Magallanes-Molina of the Butte Unit. Luis passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2012 following his courageous five year battle with cancer.
California’s firefighters earned a hard-fought but historic win in last night’s elections. Despite $60 million in spending – much of it from billionaire special interests – California voters rejected Proposition 32, a measure that would have silenced the voices of working people.
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San Diego City Fire Fighters Local 145 won a huge victory in Tuesday's election, as a harshly anti-firefighter Councilman Carl DeMaio lost his bid to become mayor of San Diego. DeMaio spearheaded a June ballot measure that imposed a privatized pension system on firefighters and other city workers.
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San Diego City Fire Fighters Local 145 won a huge victory in Tuesday's election, as a harshly anti-firefighter Councilman Carl DeMaio lost his bid to become mayor of San Diego. DeMaio spearheaded a June ballot measure that imposed a privatized pension system on firefighters and other city workers.
California’s firefighters earned a hard-fought but historic win in last night’s elections. Despite $60 million in spending – much of it from billionaire special interests – California voters rejected Proposition 32, a measure that would have silenced the voices of working people.
San Diego City Fire Fighters Local 145 won a huge victory in Tuesday's election, as a harshly anti-firefighter Councilman Carl DeMaio lost his bid to become mayor of San Diego. DeMaio spearheaded a June ballot measure that imposed a privatized pension system on firefighters and other city workers.
An Arizona-based "non-profit" that made a secret $11 million contribution to a Yes on Prop 32 committee has admitted to acting as an intermediary for a group connected to super rich oil magnates the Koch brothers. According to the Fair Political Practices Committee, it's the largest case of campaign money laundering in California...
An Arizona-based "non-profit" that made a secret $11 million contribution to a Yes on Prop 32 committee has admitted to acting as an intermediary for a group connected to super rich oil magnates the Koch brothers. According to the Fair Political Practices Committee, it's the largest case of campaign money laundering in California history.
Less than a week before Election Day, voters throughout California are receiving a “California Public Safety Newsletter”. What they’re really getting is a political slate mailer, sent by a for-profit political consultant that misleads voters about public safety positions on ballot measures.
Less than a week before Election Day, voters throughout California are receiving a “California Public Safety Newsletter”. What they’re really getting is a political slate mailer, sent by a for-profit political consultant that misleads voters about public safety positions on ballot measures.
USAR teams from L.A. County and Riverside have been placed on alert and firefighters from Northern and Southern California are being dispatched to support response efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
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USAR teams from L.A. County and Riverside have been placed on alert and firefighters from Northern and Southern California are being dispatched to support response efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger joins CPF Pres. Lou Paulson at LA County rally, wrapping up CPF's 14-stop statewide No on 32 tour.
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Every year, California Professional Firefighters takes a moment to celebrate the heroic images that honor the noble profession of firefighting. Share your unique view of the front lines and you could be awarded $1,500!
IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger joins CPF Pres. Lou Paulson at LA County rally, wrapping up CPF's 14-stop statewide No on 32 tour.
In the fight against Proposition 32, the stakes are high and every vote counts. That was the message delivered this week by IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger during a four-day, 14-stop tour of California fire stations and union halls.
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In the fight against Proposition 32, the stakes are high and every vote counts. That was the message delivered this week by IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger during a four-day, 14-stop tour of California fire stations and union halls.
In the fight against Proposition 32, the stakes are high and every vote counts. That was the message delivered this week by IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger during a four-day, 14-stop tour of California fire stations and union halls.
So Cal Firefighters NO on 32 -- IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger and CPF President Lou Paulson hopscotched around California this week to spread the word to firefighters about the deceptive Prop. 32. The tour included ten different stops in Southern California, with great response at every one.
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CPF Firevision is California Professional Firefighters' online video news service.
So Cal Firefighters NO on 32 -- IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger joins CPF President Lou Paulson hopscotched around California this week to spread the word to firefighters about the deceptive Prop. 32. The tour included ten different stops in...
So Cal Firefighters NO on 32 -- IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger and CPF President Lou Paulson hopscotched around California this week to spread the word to firefighters about the deceptive Prop. 32. The tour included ten different stops in Southern California, with great response at every one.
CPF Firevision is California Professional Firefighters' online video news service.
Santa Rosa NO on 32 -- IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger joins CPF President Lou Paulson at an evening No on 32 barbecue this week, hosted by Santa Rosa Firefighters Local 1401. The stop was the first in a four-day swing through the state by IAFF...
WATCH AND SHARE -- Prop. 32 on the November ballot goes after firefighters and working families, but gives special exemptions to wealthy corporate and individual interests. Firefighters talk about how this will impact their lives and the lives of those whom they serve.
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WATCH AND SHARE -- Prop. 32 on the November ballot goes after firefighters and working families, but gives special exemptions to wealthy corporate and individual interests. Firefighters talk about how this will impact their lives and the lives of those whom they serve.
Uniformed firefighters, family members and dignitaries from throughout California gathered Saturday in Sacramento to pay tribute to those who gave their lives to protect the lives and property of Californians.
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Uniformed firefighters, family members and dignitaries from throughout California gathered Saturday in Sacramento to pay tribute to those who gave their lives to protect the lives and property of Californians.
Supporters of Prop. 32 claim that it "cuts the money tie between special interests and politicians." It's a lie. And an $11 million donation from a shadowy Arizona nonprofit illustrates why.
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Supporters of Prop. 32 claim that it "cuts the money tie between special interests and politicians." It's a lie. And an $11 million donation from a shadowy Arizona nonprofit illustrates why.
Los Angeles County Firefighters Local 1014 is saddened to report the death of Firefighter/Paramedic John James Cobos.Brother Cobos suffered from job-related cancer and died October 12th.
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Los Angeles County Firefighters Local 1014 is saddened to report the death of Firefighter/Paramedic John James Cobos.Brother Cobos suffered from job-related cancer and died October 12th.
This year, as we commemorate our 10 year anniversary of the California Firefighters Memorial, we hope you will help us memorialize the sacrifice and dedication of our fallen heroes over a very special two day event October 19- 20, 2012.
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This year, as we commemorate our 10 year anniversary of the California Firefighters Memorial, we hope you will help us memorialize the sacrifice and dedication of our fallen heroes over a very special two day event October 19- 20, 2012.
The Legislature has adjourned for 2011/2012 session and September 30, 2012 marked the bill signing deadline for the Governor to take action on measures that were passed by Legislature. Among the measures signed and vetoed by the Governor were many sponsored and supported by the CPF. Here is a wrap-up of a handful of bills of interest to CPF...
The Legislature has adjourned for 2011/2012 session and September 30, 2012 marked the bill signing deadline for the Governor to take action on measures that were passed by Legislature. Among the measures signed and vetoed by the Governor were many sponsored and supported by the CPF. Here is a wrap-up of a handful of bills of interest to CPF affiliates.
The Los Angeles Times says Proposition 32 "is a deceptive measure that would disproportionately weaken some special interests while leaving others essentially unaffected."
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The Los Angeles Times says Proposition 32 "is a deceptive measure that would disproportionately weaken some special interests while leaving others essentially unaffected."
The battle to silence labor has moved from Wisconsin to California with Prop. 32 ID'ed as the "starkest threat" to labor in the nation.
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The battle to silence labor has moved from Wisconsin to California with Prop. 32 ID'ed as the "starkest threat" to labor in the nation.
Recent polls show that the public isn't necessarily clamoring for more attacks on pension. A trio of recent polls indicate that a majority of Californians believe recently passed changes either went too far or are about right.
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Recent polls show that the public isn't necessarily clamoring for more attacks on pension. A trio of recent polls indicate that a majority of Californians believe recently passed changes either went too far or are about right.
Your profession in the palm of your hand. The CPF Mobile App helps CPF members keep up with the latest news and critical information affecting their lives, their families and their futures. Download today for iPhone, iPad and Android smartphones.
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Your profession in the palm of your hand. The CPF Mobile App helps CPF members keep up with the latest news and critical information affecting their lives, their families and their futures. Download today for iPhone, iPad and Android smartphones.
Once more, secretive organizations and super-rich individuals are trying to mislead voters by claiming to offer campaign finance reform. So says The Sacramento Bee in urging California voters to reject the deceptive Proposition 32 and its phony reforms.
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Once more, secretive organizations and super-rich individuals are trying to mislead voters by claiming to offer campaign finance reform. So says The Sacramento Bee in urging California voters to reject the deceptive Proposition 32 and its phony reforms.
Every year, California Professional Firefighters takes a moment to celebrate the heroic images that honor the noble profession of firefighting. Share your unique view of the front lines and you could be awarded $1,500!
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Have you heard? Prop. 32 gives special breaks to the wealthiest special interests while silencing the voices of everyday Californians. Check out and share the first No on 32 spot.
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In editorializing against Prop. 32, the San Francisco Chronicle says voters should "see through the facade" and vote NO.
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In editorializing against Prop. 32, the San Francisco Chronicle says voters should "see through the facade" and vote NO.
Have you heard? Prop. 32 gives special breaks to the wealthiest special interests while silencing the voices of everyday Californians. Check out and share the first No on 32 spot.
A secretive out-of-state Super PAC with ties to billionaire oil tycoons the Koch Brothers has dropped $4 million in support of Proposition 32. The deceptive initiative would silence the voices of working families and let Koch-style Super PACs spend unlimited amounts on politics.
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A secretive out-of-state Super PAC with ties to billionaire oil tycoons the Koch Brothers has dropped $4 million in support of Proposition 32. The deceptive initiative would silence the voices of working families and let Koch-style Super PACs spend unlimited amounts on politics.
A secretive out-of-state Super PAC with ties to billionaire oil tycoons the Koch Brothers has dropped $4 million in support of Proposition 32. The deceptive initiative would silence the voices of working families and let Koch-style Super PACs spend unlimited amounts on politics.
Legislation imposing sweeping rollbacks on retirement security for future public workers was signed today by Gov. Jerry Brown.
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Legislation imposing sweeping rollbacks on retirement security for future public workers was signed today by Gov. Jerry Brown.
CDF Firefighters Local 2881 sadly announces the passing of Fire Captain Dennis Hanson. Dennis has lost his battle with job-related cancer and passed away on Sep 8, 2012.
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Select Southern California Papa John's Pizza locations will dontate a portion of proceeds to the CA Fire Foundation Sept. 11 - Oct. 21.
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CDF Firefighters Local 2881 sadly announces the passing of Fire Captain Dennis Hanson. Dennis has lost his battle with job-related cancer and passed away on Sep 8, 2012.
Select Southern California Papa John's Pizza locations will dontate a portion of proceeds to the CA Fire Foundation Sept. 11 - Oct. 21.
Local I-79 and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Fire Department is saddened to announce the untimely death of Firefighter Jeffrey Gonser.
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Local I-79 and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Fire Department is saddened to announce the untimely death of Firefighter Jeffrey Gonser.
A San Jose firefighter who suffered an on-scene heart attack is awake and alert after a week of unconsciousness. Frank Ryan collapsed Aug. 30 while on the scene of a fire at St. Patrick's Cathedral in downtown San Jose.
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A San Jose firefighter who suffered an on-scene heart attack is awake and alert after a week of unconsciousness. Frank Ryan collapsed Aug. 30 while on the scene of a fire at St. Patrick's Cathedral in downtown San Jose.
A San Jose firefighter who suffered an on-scene heart attack is awake and alert after a week of unconsciousness. Frank Ryan collapsed Aug. 30 while on the scene of a fire at St. Patrick's Cathedral in downtown San Jose.
Reforms to protect the firefighter image and close loopholes that have cost families survivor benefits were among the successful legislative victories for firefighters as the 2012 Legislative Session closes.