Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations in the US and Canada.

In Our Prayers 03/04/35 - IAFF local 140 _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Eugene Melton (retired - EMS) — Illness Daniel Baker (retired - Suppression) — Illness Corey Buckner (EMS) - Illness Thomas Welch (EMS) — Illness (Daughter) John Baggett (Retired - Suppression) — Illness L.J.

9/11 MEMORIAL HOCKEY GAME 09/08/26 - IAFF local 140 Brothers and Sisters, This Friday, September 11th, our NFD hockey team will be participating in a Memorial game versus MNPD. The location is the Ford Ice Center — Bellevue with a start time of 7:00 pm.

2027 Open Enrollment 09/07/26 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund FIREFIGHTERS BENEFITS FUND OPEN ENROLLMENT For coverage beginning January 1, 2027 MEDICAL, VISION & DENTAL INSURANCES Palm Beach County Firefighters Employee Benefits Fund WHEN: October 20, 2026 – November 2, 2026 All employees of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue are eligible to participate in the Palm Beach County Firefighters Employee Benefits Plan.

MPFFU General Election Recommendations and Endorsements 09/06/26 - Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union Dear Brothers and Sisters: As we approach the upcoming elections, I want to take a moment to share our endorsement process and the rationale behind our decisions. We are dedicated to ensuring that our endorsements reflect our commitment to labor and the values of our union. We have fire fighter issues...period.

Legislative Update 09/05/26 - Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union Click here for the Legislative Log as of June 5, 2026 Staffing Bill Update We are pleased to announce that our Staffing Bill, HB 5290, has been introduced by Rep. Prestin (R–Gaylord). Rep. Prestin kept his word, and now it’s up to us to help get this bill across the finish line. HB 5290 is identical to the Senate version, SB 319, which passed earlier this year.

Friday Update 9-4-26 09/04/26 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 8-28-26 09/04/26 - IAFF Local 1014

Local 135 welcomes Fire Chief Mire. 09/02/26 - IAFF LOCAL 135 Local 135 Meets with Chief Mire Yesterday, after the official pinning ceremony for Fire Chief Michael Mire, Chief Mire met with the Local 135 Executive Board at the Union Hall for a three-hour meeting. We had a very productive and informative discussion covering many of the important issues facing the Wichita Fire Department.

2026 Promotions 09/02/26 - IAFF Local 801 In addition to the promotions made at the annual L-801 / DFD Awards Ceremony, more Local 801 members were promoted to higher ranks in the DFD in 2026.  Ted Mourges was promoted to Deputy Chief on D Group in a ceremony at City Hall in April 2026.  Tom Chirico and Mike Beers were both promoted to Fire Lieutenants in a ceremony at City Hall in August 2026.

Notice of September 2026 General Membership Meetings 09/01/26 - Detroit Fire Fighters Association

Raymond Retirement 09/01/26 - Hoffman Estates Professional Fire Fighters Association, Local 2061 July 17th, 2026 Deputy Chief Brian Raymond retired from the Hoffman Estates Fire Department after 27+ years of service to the Village of Hoffman Estates and Hoffman Estates Fire Department. D/C Raymond chose to retire without a walk out or luncheon.

The Watch Desk - September Edition 08/30/26 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters This month, we are remembering the 25th anniverary of 9/11 and looking ahead to the 40th Annual IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial in Colorado Springs.  From honoring those we've lost to supporting the families who continue to carry their legacy. We will Never Forget.  Thank you to everyone who has volunteered and thank you to everyone at Local 5, Colorado Springs.

Free Tickets to Lake County Captains Game - Firefighter Night this Tuesday! 08/26/26 - Northern Ohio Fire Fighters /userfirstname/! Free Tickets! Great opportunity to attend a Firefighter Night at Lake County Captain's Game! This coming Tuesday, September 1st.

7th District ELS Class V Accepting Applications 08/26/26 - IAFF 7th District We are once again accepting applications for a very successful program in the Magnificent 7th District.  Yes, teh Executive Leadership Series (ELS) Class V is set to start in April of 2027.  However, we will accept applications during the time period of September 1st to September 28th.  This is to process the applications and choose the class.

Friday Update 8-21-26 08/22/26 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 8-14-26 08/22/26 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 8-7-26 08/22/26 - IAFF Local 1014

25 Years of Remembrance - NEVER FORGET 08/15/26 - UPFFA

Peter Brown - IAFF 3rd District Local Leadership Award 08/15/26 - UPFFA Congratulations to Peter Brown, President, UPFFA of Ct., recently recognized at the 58th Biennial IAFF Convention in Arlington, Texas, receiving the IAFF 3rd District Local Leadership Award, for his outstanding service, dedication, and leadership.

IAFF Convention - 2nd District 08/13/26 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters

Thank You from IAFF Convention 08/12/26 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters Thank You  The International Association of Fire Fighters’ 58th Convention has officially kicked off this week, hosted by Arlington Professional Firefighters Local 1329 in Arlington, Texas. A big thank you to L1329 for the outstanding hospitality and for welcoming firefighters from across the country.

2026 Breast Cancer Awareness Shirts 08/06/26 - IAFF 1826 SEPTEMBER 3rd: LAST DAY TO ORDER! https://local1826.myshopify.com/

July 5, 2026 President Update 08/06/26 - Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union July 5, 2026 Brothers and Sisters: I hope you all had a safe holiday as we celebrated our nation’s 250th birthday. Michigan Summer is in full swing. As we try to pack vacations and family time in as much as we can during our short summer months, we still have important issues that I wanted to update you on.

August 5, 2026 Election Update 08/05/26 - Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union Dear Brothers and Sisters, The primary elections are now complete, and a majority of the candidates endorsed by the MPFFU won their races. These candidates will advance to the general election on November 3, 2026. The MPFFU Executive Board will review all candidates using the same endorsement process followed during the primary election (see the July 14 note below).

Malvern L4860 CBA 2026-2029 08/04/26 - PPFFA The 2026-2029 CBA for Malvern L4860 has been added to the contract area of the website.

Friday Update 7-24-26 07/31/26 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 7-17-26 07/31/26 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 7-10-26 07/31/26 - IAFF Local 1014

Westminster Local 2889 Golf Tournament 07/25/26 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters Westminster Local 2889 is hosting their 2026 Golf Tournament on Monday, September 14 at The Ranch Country Club, and they'd love your support.

Local 2629 Celebrates America's 250th Anniversary 07/21/26 - IAFF Local 2629 250 years of freedom deserves a celebratory t-shirt.  Grab a shirt, celebrate America, and look good doing it. https://iaff2629fundraiser.itemorder.

NOFF Member Meeting 9/9/26 in Parma 07/17/26 - Northern Ohio Fire Fighters The next Regular Meeting of The Northern Ohio Fire Fighters Association Membership will take place on: Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 12:30pm (doors and bar open at 11:30, with lunch at noon) We will convene that day at: The Southwest Italian American Club (formerly Fire Station 1) 7510 Snow Rd, Parma, OH 44129.

Harrisburg L428 CBA 2023-2026 07/16/26 - PPFFA The 2023-26 CBA for Harrisburg L428 has been added to the contract area of the website.

July 14, 2026 President Update 07/14/26 - Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union Brothers and Sisters, As we approach the upcoming elections, I want to take a moment to share our endorsement process and the rationale behind our decisions. We are dedicated to ensuring that our endorsements reflect our commitment to labor and the values of our union. We have fire fighter issues...period.

TPU: August 4, 2026 Endorsements 07/13/26 - IAFF Local 42

Olathe Charity Golf Tournament 07/03/26 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters Olathe Charity Golf Tournament.   See flier for more information.

23rd Annual Peach Sale! All Proceeds Benefit CPFF Foundation 07/01/26 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters This is a special fundraising opportunity made possible through the generosity of the Rotary Club of Denver. Their annual Peach Sale has become a highly successful community tradition, and this year they have partnered with the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters Foundation.

LINK: CLICK HERE 07/01/26 - IAFF Local 4349 President Ian: I move that Local 4349 authorize the formation of a political action committee or political fund, pending legal and campaign-compliance review, and authorize the Executive Board and the designated PAC Chair to take the necessary steps to get it set up the right way. That includes identifying or appointing a treasurer, opening a separate PAC bank account if appropriate, keeping separate accounting records, preparing any required filings, drafting proposed PAC bylaws and operating procedures, establishing a PAC Board with at least three members, with a five-member board preferred, and putting basic compliance controls in place. I further move that Local 4349 authorize the use of Association savings as seed money, not to exceed $9,800, for PAC formation costs. That may include legal and compliance review, filing costs, accounting, administrative expenses, and initial operating costs, as long as the use of those funds is confirmed to be lawful, proper, and consistent with Association rules. This motion does not authorize mandatory member contributions, payroll deductions, campaign spending, candidate contributions, ballot-measure spending, independent expenditures, or the use of any District resources. If this motion is approved by the membership through online vote, the proposed PAC bylaws will be brought back to the membership for review and adoption at a special meeting before the PAC conducts campaign activity or makes political expenditures beyond formation and compliance costs.

2025 Scholarship Recipients 06/27/26 - IAFF Local 1468 2026 Scholarship Recipients Lindsey Ludwig and Emma Huerstel These outstanding students were selected based on their exemplary moral character, dedication to their education, and academic achievement.  Each recipient will receive ***$1000Scholarship*** to help further their educational goals.

2026-1 Fire Academy 06/27/26 - IAFF Local 1468

July 18, 2026 - Bennett Firefighters Local 5090 Sporting Clay Shoot 06/26/26 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters Bennett Firefighters Local 5090 is hosting their annual Sporting Clay Shoot Fundraiser

July 9, 2026 - L1309 West Metro Golf Classic (SOLD OUT) 06/26/26 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters L1309 West Metro Golf Classic hosted at Arrowhead Golf Club in Littleton, CO.

July 5, 2026 - Local 888 Demolition Derby 06/26/26 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters Greeley Firefighters Local 888 takes on local law enforcement at the Lights & Sirens Demolition Derby during the Greeley Stampede.

Michael Kienzle Memorial Service 06/25/26 - IAFF Local 3650 See the attached announcement for details of Firefighter Michael Kienzle's memorial service. Donate to show your support for Michael's family here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/honoring-firefighter-michael-kienzles-legacy.

August 3, 2026 - DFFA Golf Outing 06/24/26 - Detroit Fire Fighters Association Grab your clubs — it’s almost time! The 32nd Annual DFFA Burn Fund Golf Outing is coming up, and we’d love to see you there. Registration package attached.

Gemtor Harness Train-the-Trainer Course conducted by CMC at the Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire & Emergency Services Training Center in Norfolk, Virginia. 06/21/26 - International Association of Firefighters Congratulations to FF/EMT Dunn and FF/EMT Hill from NWS Earle on successfully completing the Gemtor Harness Train-the-Trainer Course conducted by CMC at the Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire & Emergency Services Training Center in Norfolk, Virginia.

Livonia Spree 06/20/26 - IAFF Local 1164

Construction Update 06/20/26 - IAFF Local 1164 The City of Livonia would like to share an important update from the Wayne County Department of Public Services. Wayne County will resurface Six Mile Road between Middle Belt Road and Inkster Road beginning Friday, June 19. The project is expected to take approximately eight days, weather permitting.