CFD Engine 102, Truck 25 , and Ambo 56

We extend our deepest condolences to our brothers and sisters in the Chicago Police Department on the loss of Officer John Bartholomew.

Our thoughts are especially with the members of the 24th District, where Officer Bartholomew proudly served before transferring to the 17th District. His dedication to the communities of Rogers Park and Chicago will not be forgotten.

We stand with you during this difficult time, keeping his family, friends, and fellow officers in our prayers.

First shift 🔥

Several people injured after overnight fire does heavy damage to apartment building in Rogers Park Several people were hospitalized after an overnight fire did heavy damage to an apartment building on Chicago’s North Side.

Burning up north. The first shift was the initial response team to tackle another 🔥, resulting in multiple saves. Can you think of a better way to bond with your shift than fighting a fire?

Second shift caught another 🔥

Never forgotten brother! Keep on watching over us.

April 7, 2020 - LODD
Firefighter Mario E. Araujo, 49 - Truck 25
Chicago Fire Department. Chicago, IL
Firefighter Mario Araujo contracted COVID-19 from exposure from a patient with a known case of COVID-19. He was an 18 yr. member of the Chicago Fire Department.

Rest easy FF/EMT Michael Altman.
3-3-5

One of the last times the 9th Battalion had all three styles together. Three trucks, built in different eras but all carrying the same weight of responsibility, sacrifice, and pride.

These rigs aren’t just steel and ladders… they hold years of calls, memories, and brothers who answered without hesitation.

Moments like this remind us how fast things change but the heart of the job never does.

Funeral arrangements have been announced for Chicago Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman.

Visitation

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel

7740 S. Western Ave.

Chicago, IL 60620

Funeral

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10 a.m.

St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel

7740 S. Western Ave.

Chicago, IL 60620

Firefighter/EMT Altman served with courage, honor and an unwavering commitment to those in need. He will be deeply missed by colleagues, friends and all whose lives he touched.

335 Brother,
Thank you for your bravery and unwavering service.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Please consider donating to his family during this difficult time.
https://www.theyardfoundation.org/mayday/altman?fbclid=IwY2xjawQmcdRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExMzVBY1NZcGFlZklvVThOc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqtCpLUvwIaz8J4G6atTJR1Vem5nTXizTI3Gsuz7n2jN8wjtsjr-h0U2cEC2_aem_cmqJcQPjiqG2CCFFfAAfSQ