We Never Fight Alone

10/23/2026

Congratulations to Captain Kyle Field on 32 years of dedicated service! Thank you to the Peoria IL Fire Department for your continued commitment to the community. 👏🚒

The City of Peoria IL Fire Department would like to recognize the following firefighter for his 32 years of service to the City of Peoria:

Captain Kyle Field

As a Peoria grown product, Captain Field is a great example of local talent caring for his community and providing exceptional services over the course of his 32 year career. Thank you Captain Field for your commitment, dedication and daily leadership on Shift 1, Engine 4. This fire department applauds you and thanks you for all that you do for the Peoria community.

10/23/2026

❗COURSE UPDATE❗
The IFSI Resiliency Awareness Online course has just been updated.

10/22/2026

The Chicago Fire Dept. is hiring paramedics! 🚑 Share this opportunity with qualified candidates ready to serve the Chicago community.

The Chicago Fire Department Is Hiring Paramedics!

Are you ready to build a career dedicated to saving lives and serving the people of Chicago?

The Chicago Fire Department is now accepting applications for qualified paramedics to join our team.

Position Details:

Application Period: October 21 – November 4, 2026
Starting Salary: $74,526 (effective January 1, 2026)

Minimum Qualifications:

Current, valid State of Illinois Paramedic/EMT-P certification
Current, valid U.S. driver's license

Applications close November 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Time.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to begin your application.

Help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with qualified paramedics who are ready to serve Chicago.

Your skills. Your dedication. Your city.

10/21/2026

Congratulations to Assistant Chief Shawn Henson on 23 years of dedicated service with the Quincy Fire Department!👏🚒

Today we recognize Assistant Chief Shawn Henson. He joined the Quincy Fire Department on October 20th, 2003 and is celebrating 23 years with the Department!

10/21/2026

Limited seats remain open but ACT FAST. The deadline to register for this class is Friday, 10/23.

10/19/2026

Congratulations to Chief Regenwether and the Moline Fire Department on this well deserved achievement!

Wishing him continued success in serving the fire service! 👏🚒

10/16/2026

Congratulations to Chief John Umek of the North Chicago Fire Department on 32 years of dedicated service!

Wishing you a wonderful retirement. 🚒👏

Celebrating 32 Years of Service — Fire Chief John Umek

After 32 years of unwavering dedication and service to the citizens of North Chicago, the time has come to celebrate the retirement of Fire Chief John Umek.

Chief Umek’s career has been defined by service, commitment, leadership, and an enduring dedication to the people and firefighters he has had the privilege of serving and leading. From his early days as a firefighter/paramedic with the North Chicago Fire Department to his years as Fire Chief, he has given countless hours, responded when others needed, and devoted a significant part of his life to protecting this community.

Thirty-two years is more than a career. It is a lifetime of memories, friendships, challenges, sacrifices, and moments that have shaped both a firefighter and a community. As Chief Umek prepares to take his final walk-out, we invite family, friends, fellow firefighters, city officials, and members of the North Chicago community to join us in honoring his remarkable career and celebrating the legacy he leaves behind. Please join us for Chief Umek’s Retirement Walk-Out:

📅 Monday, November 2, 2026
🕓 4:00 p.m.
📍 North Chicago Fire Department – Station 1
1850 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago

Chief, thank you for 32 years of answering the call, leading with dedication, and serving with heart. Your impact will continue through the people you have led, the lives you have touched, and the department you have helped shape. Congratulations on an incredible career, Chief.

10/15/2026

Congratulations to Chief Kent Adams and the newly elected board! Thank you to the Illinois State Fire Marshal for supporting Illinois’ fire service leaders. Wishing everyone continued success! 🚒👏

10/14/2026

🚒 Peoria IL Fire Department is hiring!

10/14/2026

🚒 Woodstock Fire/Rescue District is accepting applications for Non-Career Firefighter/EMTs and Firefighter/Paramedics!

We’re accepting applications!

The Woodstock Fire/Rescue District is currently establishing an eligibility list for Non-Career Firefighter/EMTs and Firefighter/Paramedics.

Interested candidates have until October 26 to complete the required written examination, with all application materials due by November 5.

Interested in joining our crew? Learn more about the requirements, testing process, and how to apply on our website:

https://www.wfrd.org/non-career-employment