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LAFD Offers Free CAPS Program to Help Prepare New Firefighter Recruits

The Los Angeles Fire Department is doing its best to set up new recruits for success at the fire academy. While not a requirement, the strongly-encouraged - and free - Firefighter Candidate Advancement Program - OR CAPS - offers a head start at getting physically fit and gives recruits a sneak peek at what to expect from the academy’s training style. Take a … [Read more...] about LAFD Offers Free CAPS Program to Help Prepare New Firefighter Recruits

OyBar – Out of the Fire LA Sparks Lasting Impact for our LAFD

Out of the Fire LA is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit that has joined forces with the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighter’s Fund to support LAFD families devastated by the January 2025 wildfires and their aftermath. Why Out of the Fire LA Answers the Call Born of a deep commitment to community, Out of the Fire LA saw firefighters risking their own homes to save … [Read more...] about OyBar – Out of the Fire LA Sparks Lasting Impact for our LAFD

Justin Bieber Among Stars Hitting Ice at Skate for LA Strong Event Raises More Than $8 Million for LA Wildfire Recovery Efforts

Skate for LA Strong event photo of famous hockey players on the ice.

Local first responders, celebrities, and NHL alumni recently laced up at Skate for LA Strong, “A Celebration to Support the Fire Recovery Efforts in Los Angeles.” The Los Angeles Kings hosted the game in partnership with the National Hockey League. “We all believe we must keep doing everything in our power to help these victims and displaced families recover and rebuild their … [Read more...] about Justin Bieber Among Stars Hitting Ice at Skate for LA Strong Event Raises More Than $8 Million for LA Wildfire Recovery Efforts

2025 Memorial Scholarship Winners

Ryan Curtis / Dennis Mendenhall Scholarship University, College or School Attending: Cal Lutheran Your Area of Study/Major: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education and Career Goals: To earn my degree from Cal Lutheran, then attend medical school to become an emergency medicine physician. What inspires you? My mom is my greatest … [Read more...] about 2025 Memorial Scholarship Winners

LAFD on TV: Going Behind-the-Scenes of the Hit Series “9-1-1”

When it comes to authenticity, the mega-hit ABC television drama “9-1-1” earns high praise from its audience as well as the real Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters or “realies” who stand shoulder to shoulder on set with the actors on the show. We went behind the scenes of the global phenomenon to capture all the action of Season 8, including a one-on-one chat with Star … [Read more...] about LAFD on TV: Going Behind-the-Scenes of the Hit Series “9-1-1”

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