According to the National Fire Protection Association, only 9% of firefighters in the United States are women.

“This policy change acknowledges the unique occupational hazards faced by women firefighters and ensures they receive the care and support they deserve,” Christopher Godfrey, the now-former ...

A Waterbury woman was arrested after being accused of holding her step-son captive for 20 years. Firefighters responded to a ...

Detectives determined the victim was held in captivity for over 20 years, and endured prolonged abuse, starvation, severe ...