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A Fort Worth firefighter made history alongside her grandfather's crew when they climbed 22 stories to rescue a crane operator having a medical emergency. The team's daring high-angle rescue shows how today's first responders train for challenges far beyond fighting fires.
When a crane operator suffered a medical emergency 220 feet in the air, Fort Worth's elite rescue team pulled off a dramatic two-hour mission to bring him down safely. Every firefighter went home without injury after saving a life.
When a homeless man began seizing from hypothermia under a Fort Worth bridge, a firefighter carried him through freezing snow and saved his life. The rescue was just one of over 300 efforts by the city's HOPE team during the winter storm.
Fort Worth is rolling out a new program that gives small business owners the training and certification they need to win city contracts. The first workshops start this week with sessions in both English and Spanish.
Fort Worth voters are considering a $10 million housing bond that could generate $2.1 million annually in tax revenue while solving a critical workforce problem. Economist Ray Perryman says affordable housing has become essential for keeping workers and fueling economic growth.
Todd Brook, a Fort Worth firefighter battling terminal pancreatic cancer, is spending his final days on one last mission: finding a kidney donor for his wife Jennifer. Though too ill to speak, he's still saying yes to interviews to help her find a transplant.
Cloud Covered Streets provides mobile showers, haircuts, and dignity to people experiencing homelessness in Fort Worth. The organization urgently needs volunteer hairstylists, barbers, and compassionate people as Texas temperatures rise.
American showjumper Kent Farrington claimed victory at the 2026 FEI Longines Jumping World Cup Final in Fort Worth, thrilling the home crowd with a flawless final round on his horse Greya. The championship came down to the final seconds as Farrington delivered under immense pressure.
A specially trained firefighter plunged into freezing water this week to rescue a dog trapped in ice on a Fort Collins pond. The brave save highlights an important safety lesson: throw, don't go. #
For nearly 15 years, Fort McCoy's firefighter dive team has been rescuing people from icy waters and dark lakes across Wisconsin and neighboring states. They're one of the few Army fire departments with this life-saving capability.
When a construction worker suffered a medical emergency inside a crane booth 20 stories above Fort Worth, a specialized rescue team had to bring him down safely. The dramatic rescue shows how modern firefighters train for far more than fighting fires.
When smoke trapped a dog inside a burning building in Fort Pierce, firefighters didn't give up until they found the pup and brought it back to life. Thanks to quick thinking and a thermal imaging camera, the story has a tail-wagging ending.
New firefighter recruits in South Carolina are mastering one of the toughest skills in their profession: rescuing a fellow firefighter wearing 75 pounds of gear. Horry County Fire Rescue shared a glimpse of their training that's preparing the next generation of heroes.
The Careity Foundation has spent 21 years helping uninsured cancer patients navigate treatment, providing everything from mammograms to emotional support. At their recent survivor luncheon, 80 people gathered to celebrate journeys of hope and healing.
When a construction worker fell ill inside a crane booth 20 stories above Fort Worth, specialized firefighters executed a daring high-angle rescue to bring him safely down. The successful operation showcased the diverse, life-saving skills today's first responders need beyond fighting fires.
Volunteers in Fort Wayne donated over 122,000 hours of service in 2025, creating $4.2 million in economic impact while fighting loneliness and strengthening community bonds. Their work keeps essential services running across northeast Indiana.
When flames erupted in an Alabama kitchen, firefighters had minutes to reach a bedridden resident trapped inside. Their swift action turned a potential tragedy into a rescue story worth celebrating.
Seventeen Hoboken firefighters received awards for saving lives during dangerous emergencies and supporting fellow firefighters overseas. The ceremony honored heroes from construction site rescues, cliff saves, and a firefighter battling illness.
When flames blocked the only exit of a Milwaukee apartment building early Sunday morning, firefighters pulled eight people to safety, including two infants hanging from second-story windows. Despite one firefighter suffering minor burns, everyone made it out alive.
When flames tore through six homes in Cochrane's Heartland community, firefighters didn't give up until everyone was safe, including one furious feline. The injured firefighter is recovering at home, and the rescued cat is expected to make a full recovery.
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