CHICAGO (WLS) -- A 13-month-old baby is alive today thanks to the quick action by Chicago Fire Department paramedics. In ...

The Chicago Fire Department, the U.S. Coast Guard, and other local agencies teamed up Thursday to give a live demonstration of a water rescue at Navy Pier. The goal was to show swimmers what to do if ...

Chicago Fire Department officials announced the death of 54-year-old Captain David Meyer during a press conference Wednesday morning. According to CFD, Meyer joined the department in 1996.

Chicago Fire Department first responders saved a 13-month-old from cardiac arrest, earning a "Community Hero Award" from ...

A Chicago fire captain and father of four died while responding to a garage inferno Wednesday morning on the city's west side, triggering a "mayday" alarm. Capt. David Meyer, 54, leaves behind his ...

Hundreds of first responders attended funeral services for Chicago Fire Department Capt. David Meyer at St. John Brebeuf Church in Niles on April 29, 2025. Meyer, 54, served as a captain of ...

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Two Chicago Fire Department paramedics were attacked and robbed overnight Sunday into Monday, but the medics succeeded in taking down the robber. The medics were not armed ...

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