Pennsylvania has a higher percentage of volunteer firefighters than nearly any other state. Switching to full-time professionals is not feasible in most places.
By Lauren Jessop
Ben Mannes: Fire Commissioner shifts accountability for deadly Fairmount blaze
Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel blames a lack of affordable housing for a fire that killed twelve. Further investigation shows that policy failures and PHA shortcomings contributed.
By A. Benjamin Mannes
Skyrocketing expenses for Hero Thrill Show questioned by some first responders
As attendance has slumped for the charity show that funds scholarships for the children of deceased first responders, the nonprofit pays hundreds of thousands in unexplained legal fees and rent.
By Todd Shepherd