Fatal Milwaukee apartment fire, 5 dead
The death toll has risen to five in the fatal apartment fire in Milwaukee on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
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 apartment fire, 85th and Fairy Chasm; Red Cross assisting
One person had to be rescued during a Milwaukee apartment building fire on Thursday, May 1.
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 fire station at 8th and Hayes reopens; ribbon-cutting ceremony
The Milwaukee Fire Department held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Jan. 8, commemorating the reopening of Fire Station 31.
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.
Milwaukee firefighter, his brother charged with beating a man
A firefighter with the Milwaukee Fire Department was taken into custody and is facing felony charges.
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.
Chili Cook-Off for Milwaukee firefighter 'life-saving' training
A cooking competition raised money on Saturday for "life-saving" training for Milwaukee firefighters.
Milwaukee fire near 28th and Burleigh
Fire crews responded to a house fire near 28th and Burleigh in Milwaukee on Saturday morning, Nov. 9.
Suspicious letter at Milwaukee post office
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
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.