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Police and firefighters attacked with fireworks
Three teenagers are arrested as emergency workers are targeted with fireworks during Bonfire Night.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
California firefighters battle blaze
Firefighters in southern California are making progress against a wildfire that has destroyed more than 200 homes. The Mountain Fire started burning Wednesday morning and has charred more than ...Top stories - CBS News - November 9 -
Firefighters attacked during Bonfire Night disorder
Police and firefighters were targeted by fireworks, bricks and bottles in pockets of disorder across Scotland.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Firefighters battle wildfires on both coasts
From New Jersey to California, wildfires are continuing to rage on both coasts and despite current weather conditions offering some relief, the situation is far from over. NBC News’ George Solis ...Top stories - NBC News - November 11 -
Mum of girl burned by firework warns of dangers
Bonfire night can turn from family fun to "hell" in a split second, said mum.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
Brush fire in Brooklyn's Prospect Park contained, FDNY says
FDNY crews in Brooklyn's Prospect Park are monitoring for hot spots after battling a brush fire that consumed approximately two acres.Top stories - CBS News - November 8 -
Texas firefighters save toddler from burning home
Two firefighters are being hailed as heroes after saving a toddler from a burning home in Grandbury, Texas. Omar Villafranca spoke with the firefighters and the little boy's mother.Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
On the front lines with firefighters as they battle wildfires in New Jersey
Tom Hanson embedded with fire crews Thursday as they continue to battle stubborn wildfires in New Jersey and New York. New Jersey's dry conditions have helped contribute to the growth of the ...Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
Authorities investigate fire at UK nuclear submarine shipyard
Blaze at BAE Systems site in Barrow-in-Furness did not pose nuclear risk and was brought under controlBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
As summers get hotter, Greece's seasonal firefighters protest for permanent jobs
Hundreds of seasonal firefighters in Greece have protested outside the country's Civil Protection Ministry, demanding permanent jobs as their contracts expired after a harsh wildfire seasonWorld - ABC News - October 31 -
Massachusetts firefighters continue to battle stubborn brush fires across state
Firefighters in Massachusetts are continuing to battle stubborn brush fires across the state with officials urging residents to take precautions to help avoid sparking new blazes.Top stories - NBC News - November 4 -
WATCH: Firefighter saves American flag from California wildfire
Firefighters in Ventura County, California, are battling a fast-moving wildfire that has consumed more than 10,000 acres since it began early Wednesday.Top stories - ABC News - November 7 -
Eye Opener: Firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire near Los Angeles
Firefighters battle fast-moving wildfire near Los Angeles that's destroyed dozens of homes and forced thousands of people to evacuate. Also, President-elect Trump makes his first cabinet pick while ...Top stories - CBS News - November 8 -
Calmer winds help firefighters make progress against California's Mountain Fire
Calmer winds helped California firefighters battle the once out-of-control Mountain Fire on Friday as they continued to defend homes from the destructive blaze, officials said.Top stories - NBC News - November 9 -
Large brush fire in Brooklyn's Prospect Park under control: FDNY
Firefighters are battling large brush fire in Brooklyn's Prospect Park.Top stories - ABC News - November 8 -
Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly
After the Mountain fire ballooned to more than 20,000 acres in less than 24 hours, improving weather conditions helped crews contain more of the blaze on Saturday.Top stories - The New York Times - November 10 -
Two dead after electric bike catches fire in house, firefighters say
A pedal bike was converted into an electric bike and stored in the hallway, the fire service said.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
North Texas firefighters save 2-year-old from apartment blaze
It's something firefighters never want to hear. An apartment is on fire and a toddler is trapped inside.Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
Eye Opener: Firefighters struggle to contain fires on both coasts
Dry conditions challenge firefighters struggling to contain massive wildfires on both coasts. Also, more information on what to expect from the future of the Trump administration. All that and all ...Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
Video shows firefighters rescuing toddler from burning apartment in Texas
Body camera video shows firefighters outside of Fort Worth, Texas, rescuing a toddler trapped inside a burning apartment. Rescuers had to smash a window to get the boy out, who is now recovering. ...Top stories - CBS News - November 12 -
New York firefighter accused of intentionally setting brush fire on Long Island
A volunteer firefighter on Long Island, New York, was arrested Tuesday after he intentionally started a brush fire, authorities said.Top stories - NBC News - November 13 -
How firefighters are battling a New Jersey wildfire amid extreme drought conditions
Firefighters battling the Jennings Creek Fire in New Jersey have the wildfire about 70% contained after it's burned 4,700 acres. The entire state of New Jersey is facing moderate to extreme drought ...Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
Smith’s firefighting knock shows why England sought an upgrade on Foakes | Ali Martin
Wicketkeeper’s superb marshalling of the tail was a demonstration of the class and composure that marks him out as a player of real promise. The cojoined cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi are ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Israeli minister says ‘certain progress’ on Lebanon ceasefire talks but Hezbollah says it has not been involved – Middle East crisis live
New foreign minister says diplomatic efforts are taking place through US mediation but Hezbollah says it has not seen any proposal. Lebanon ’s National News Agency reports Israeli planes carried ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
These teachers, firefighters, and other government workers are missing out on Social Security. This House-passed bill could help.
Millions of public-sector workers are affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset.Business - MarketWatch - November 14 -
Long Island Firefighter Charged With Arson Said He Put Lit Cotton Balls Under Car
A volunteer firefighter on Long Island was arrested after the police said he intentionally set a brush fire. The New York area has contended with numerous fires during an unusually dry fall.Top stories - The New York Times - November 13 -
Oklahoma small town police chief and entire police department resign
The police chief and three officers that make up the entire four-person police department of the town of Geary, Oklahoma resigned on Thursday with little explanation.Top stories - CBS News - November 2 -
MP disturbance matter for police, says minister
The MP for Runcorn appeared to be shouting at a man warning him 'he will never threaten an MP again'.Top stories - BBC News - October 27 -
Police 'aggressive' before man ate bag of cocaine
An inquest hears from a friend of Chad Allford, who died after trying to swallow a bag of cocaine.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Case reopens into Wimbledon crash that killed two schoolgirls
Bereaved parents welcome new police investigation into a crash that killed two girls and injured 12.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Police reform has become a forgotten issue
Fatal shootings by armed UK officers are rare and statistics suggest system for monitoring cases is reasonableWorld - Financial Times - October 24 -
Police force 'reasonable' before man's cocaine death
Chad Allford, 23, died after accidentally ingesting cocaine when a bag "exploded" in his mouth.Top stories - BBC News - October 25 -
Police officer jailed for breaking wife's back
Huw Orphan is jailed for two-and-a-half years after kicking his wife down the stairs.Top stories - BBC News - October 25 -
Driver seriously hurt in fake police car robbery
The victim, in his 30s, suffered a broken jaw and eye socket in the attack, police say.Top stories - BBC News - October 26