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Michigan Right to Work law would extend to police, firefighters under Midland lawmaker's proposal

LANSING, MI -- A newly-elected state representative from Midland has drafted legislation to extend the reach of Michigan's Right to Work law to public safety personnel, the only union members exempt under the 2012 law. Read more:

Lansing firefighters battle blaze in subzero temperatures

LANSING – The elements either work with you or against you when fighting fires in subzero weather. It's all in how you respond and prepare, Lansing area firefighters said. Read more:

Eastpointe, Hazel Park voters approve 14-mill boost for public safety

Residents in cities 10 miles apart but sharing fiscal decay issues on Tuesday voted to pool their financial resources together to fund public safety in Eastpointe and Hazel Park. Read more:

Taylor council rejects early retirement deal; 11 firefighters laid off

The Taylor City Council unanimously rejected an early retirement plan Monday, assuring for now that 11 laid-off firefighters will remain unemployed. Read more:

Firefighters face challenges in the cold

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WZZM) - The extreme cold affects all of us, especially those who work outside. That includes firefighters who have an already-dangerous job and face additional challenges in sub-zero conditions. Read more:

Eastpointe, Hazel Park to vote on fire collaboration

Voters in two communities in neighboring counties are being asked to approve a unique fire department collaboration that may be their last best chance to avoid layoffs and remain solvent. Read more:

Fire, medical runs rise in Hazel Park

Feb. 24 vote on SMORSA millage is critical, chief says. Read more:

Firefighters get kudos for battling The Ponds Apartments blaze in frigid conditions

Taylor, Brownstown Township and Southgate firefighters worked in challenging conditions to get a major fire under control at The Ponds Apartments in Taylor’s south end. Read more:

Looming Homeland Security shutdown could cause firefighter layoffs in Saginaw

“If the Department of Homeland Security isn't funded then the funds could affect our minimal staffing,” says Tom Raines, a battalion chief. Read more:

Allen Park Fire Department hires new firefighter; overtime likely to be reduced, chief says

The Allen Park Fire Department this week announced the hiring of a new firefighter/paramedic within the city. Read more:

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