Geoff Samek comment-32948 2010-07-15T19:21:41Z 2010-07-15T19:21:41Z You contributions have been stellar. It's sad to see you leave, but good to hear you've landed at another wonderful job. I look forward to your future posts as much as I have enjoyed your past ones. Geoff Samek 2010-07-15T19:21:41Z Kathleen Haley comment-32943 2010-07-15T17:24:37Z 2010-07-15T17:24:37Z Thanks for your help with my story on brown-outs, Jim. Best wishes to you! Kathleen Haley 2010-07-15T17:24:37Z Michelle Lazark comment-32897 2010-07-15T03:10:22Z 2010-07-15T03:10:22Z Hate to see you go Jimmy....we'll miss you at the PD. You are a great man! Have a good time sleeping in my friend....FORE! Michelle Lazark 2010-07-15T03:10:22Z Jim Doucette comment-32888 2010-07-14T23:30:10Z 2010-07-14T23:30:10Z Thank you Casey and to everyone at SP... You guys are awesome and you will hear more from me and the Firefightes Burn Institute!!! Jim Doucette 2010-07-14T23:30:10Z Casey Kirk comment-32887 2010-07-14T23:25:25Z 2010-07-14T23:25:25Z ....and I second that! Casey Kirk 2010-07-14T23:25:25Z thsas comment-32885 2010-07-14T23:19:35Z 2010-07-14T23:19:35Z I have enjoyed your contributions, best of luck in retirement Mr.Douceette. thsas 2010-07-14T23:19:35Z Ben Ilfeld comment-32884 2010-07-14T23:19:12Z 2010-07-14T23:19:12Z Noooooooooo! Ben Ilfeld 2010-07-14T23:19:12Z Casey Kirk comment-32877 2010-07-14T22:32:07Z 2010-07-14T22:32:07Z On behalf of all of us at Sac Press, thank you for being a pleasure to work with and best of luck in your upcoming career ventures! The next PIO has some big boots to fill! Casey Kirk 2010-07-14T22:32:07Z naga comment-32440 2010-07-08T20:28:23Z 2010-07-08T20:28:23Z That's awful news. So glad they all survived and will recover. May their healing come swiftly and the firefighters and their families know the gratitude of their community. naga 2010-07-08T20:28:23Z Casey Kirk comment-27446 2010-05-20T20:04:10Z 2010-05-20T20:04:10Z Thanks for posting, Jim! This a great way to show the public what goes on behind the scenes. Casey Kirk 2010-05-20T20:04:10Z Erin Haight comment-25783 2010-04-28T03:50:27Z 2010-04-28T03:50:27Z Capt. I fully understand what it is you all go through and I can certainly relate to being the family member in that equation. My father was a police officer and we often endured days without seeing him, wondering if he was ok. I hope you know how grateful we are for your hard work! Erin Haight 2010-04-28T03:50:27Z Kati Garner comment-25773 2010-04-28T00:18:43Z 2010-04-28T00:18:43Z As a Red Cross volunteer, as well as a photojournalist, I know what you firefighters endure. I know your hearts are in it no matter the stress. You have my respect and appreciation forever. We would all be worse off if not for all of you. Kati Garner 2010-04-28T00:18:43Z Michelle Lazark comment-25364 2010-04-21T23:45:10Z 2010-04-21T23:45:10Z I only wish everyone was as dedicated to their job as Randy. He is truely an honorary chief! Michelle Lazark 2010-04-21T23:45:10Z Jim Doucette comment-24027 2010-03-30T23:33:25Z 2010-03-30T23:33:25Z Wackadoodle; thanks for your comments. After the fire was put out, we have to set up a secure perimeter around the fire until the investigation is complete. Until this afternoon, that area was kept secure by one Fire Company, which is 4 Firefighters. Their job is to keep everyone out of the fire area. If there is evidence, it cannot be contaminated. They are also responsible to extinguish any hot spots and flare ups. The fire is now out, and a private security company was brought in to secure the area. As far as the ATF goes, this is a service they provide Nationwide. Due to the size and dollar loss of this fire and because of the enormous job it is going to be to investigate this fire, we requested the assistance of the ATF. This is common. And yes, your tax dollars are paying for this. In my opinion, if this fire was intentionally set, the person or persons responsible are very capable of causing harm and possibly killing someone, and they should be brought to justice. That is why we are doing everything we can to find the cause of this fire, and if someone is responsible, to bring them to justice. Wether or not the building is insured, doesn't change the way we do our job... Jim Doucette 2010-03-30T23:33:25Z Michelle Lazark comment-24026 2010-03-30T23:23:51Z 2010-03-30T23:23:51Z Hey Jimmy, glad your guys are okay. Sorry to see that place go.... Michelle Lazark 2010-03-30T23:23:51Z Wackadoodle comment-24025 2010-03-30T22:52:59Z 2010-03-30T22:52:59Z Why does it take 8 Firemen and 3 trucks idling for 3 days to watch a building that is already burnt to the ground? Does the tax dollar fund this? "The ATF has been requested to assist with the investigation due to the size and dollar loss of the fire. " Now federal dollars are being used to investigate a fire not even an acre large? For everyones information the building was uninsured. Wackadoodle 2010-03-30T22:52:59Z Jim Doucette comment-21922 2010-02-09T17:40:52Z 2010-02-09T17:40:52Z The fire and explosion that occurred Sunday morning February 7, 2010, at 3944 17th Avenue, at 2:07 A.M. has been determined to be Arson. The case is still open and being actively investigated. No further information is available at this time. If anyone has any information pertaining to this case you are urged to contact the Sacramento Fire Department Arson Tip Line at (916) 808-8732 or Sacramento Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP or 1-800-AA-CRIME. Jim Doucette 2010-02-09T17:40:52Z Bee comment-21771 2010-02-06T01:47:17Z 2010-02-06T01:47:17Z My husband worked with the man who passed away in this accident and it has hit especially close to home for him. These technicians work long, hard hours and carry a tremendous amount of stress and liability. This man worked tirelessly in a thankless profession to provide for his family. Our deepest condolences are with his wife, child, and the one on way. They are in our thoughts and prayers. Bee 2010-02-06T01:47:17Z Casey Kirk comment-21731 2010-02-05T05:41:07Z 2010-02-05T05:41:07Z Thanks to both of you for sharing your personal experiences with this unfortunate accident. Casey Kirk 2010-02-05T05:41:07Z tonytwosevens comment-21726 2010-02-05T02:01:27Z 2010-02-05T02:01:27Z I pulled up 10-15 seconds before this crash occured. Had my co worker and I not taken an extra minute or two out of our day this very well could have been him and me. When we pulled over there was 1 other person on the scene and it was the biggest reality check Ive ever had. My friend tried talking to the Dish Network Truck Driver while I frantically like others were calling the police. We waited and prayed for a outcome but unfourtatnly the wrong outcome happened and when the man was pulled out of the car ( In which the Sac Fire Department worked very fast to get him out with a serious of Drills, Saw,s and jaws of life) It seems he passed on. Its been hard to work all day because I cant get this out of my head. I pray tonight for both parties. I wont forget this as long as I live. tonytwosevens 2010-02-05T02:01:27Z Carrie comment-21722 2010-02-04T21:58:23Z 2010-02-04T21:58:23Z My boyfriend works with the man that died this morning. "I just talked to him this morning.." he told me. How close to home this feels. This reminds me to cherish the time I have in this world, and remember that nothing in life is a guarantee. My heart is with the family that grieves today. I am so sorry for your loss. Carrie 2010-02-04T21:58:23Z Jim Doucette comment-20830 2010-01-19T17:10:15Z 2010-01-19T17:10:15Z It's Tuesday morning. Our USAR Team actually came back home to Sacramento yesterday. This team and other USAR Teams from the US have been staged at strategic locations around the US in a "stand by mode" until needed. Because of the massive traffic jam trying to get into Haiti and with the Government of Haiti priortizing who comes in and what is needed most, it made more sense to send our Team back home and have them wait here instead of waiting at Travis AFB. They are still ready to go and their cache is also packed and ready to go if and when called. Their mission right now is to relieve any of the USAR Teams that are currently in Haiti if needed.... Jim Doucette 2010-01-19T17:10:15Z Kati Garner comment-20725 2010-01-16T02:07:53Z 2010-01-16T02:07:53Z Thank you for all that you post - keeping everyone in tune with all that you guys and gals do!!! Thanks for taking the time to do it. It's thoughtful. Kati Garner 2010-01-16T02:07:53Z Jim Doucette comment-20718 2010-01-15T23:26:20Z 2010-01-15T23:26:20Z Thanks for the comments. I have been updated from our Team and unfortunately they are still at Travis AFB. They and 2 other USAR Teams are being staged at their home bases until conditions in Haiti allow them to travel there. The airport and the sea port have been badly damaged so all air and ship travel is horribly delayed. The good news is that there are 4 USAR Teams on the ground in Haiti and many other Rescue teams from other Nations are there. Numerous successful rescues have already been accomplished by these rescuers. Our folks will go soon and we hope that they can make a positive difference for all of the victims. Jim Doucette 2010-01-15T23:26:20Z Rhonda Erwin comment-20687 2010-01-15T08:26:57Z 2010-01-15T08:26:57Z Wow, this is a nice story. Thank you for posting it. I am also very proud of our Firefighters that are on their way to Haiti and I too truly wish them well and hope they are able to save lives and make a difference-- this is a really nice story. God bless them all and our prayers are with all.. Rhonda Erwin 2010-01-15T08:26:57Z Mona Romero comment-20578 2010-01-14T22:37:02Z 2010-01-14T22:37:02Z I'm sure our Firefighters will be a huge help to those in need right now, thank you for posting this story and please keep us updated on their efforts. Mona Romero 2010-01-14T22:37:02Z Casey Kirk comment-20569 2010-01-14T19:21:33Z 2010-01-14T19:21:33Z Fixed! Thanks for posting this...hope everyone returns home safe and soon! Casey Kirk 2010-01-14T19:21:33Z Jim Doucette comment-20568 2010-01-14T18:26:48Z 2010-01-14T18:26:48Z Sorry about the typo! Been up all night!!! "Deployed to Haiti" Jim Doucette 2010-01-14T18:26:48Z Marion Millin comment-20226 2010-01-07T04:05:02Z 2010-01-07T04:05:02Z So sorry to hear this. Our firefighters do an amazing job and are much appreciated by the community. Hope Captain Hudson fully recovers. Thanks SFD. Marion Millin 2010-01-07T04:05:02Z Christa Trinchera comment-20217 2010-01-06T22:20:24Z 2010-01-06T22:20:24Z God Speed Captain Rick! Christa Trinchera 2010-01-06T22:20:24Z William Burg comment-20029 2009-12-31T03:12:09Z 2009-12-31T03:12:09Z Designation doesn't help at all, it is enforcement that makes the difference--and the use of incentives like the Mills Act that makes repair of old buildings more economically practical. Unfortunately the city has cut code enforcement staff so there is little code enforcement, and there is only one preservation staff person so nobody is available to organize preservation incentives. William Burg 2009-12-31T03:12:09Z thsas comment-20008 2009-12-30T05:20:59Z 2009-12-30T05:20:59Z It would be great if owners of all properties would keep them in a well maintained condition, showing respect for the neighborhood. It appears historic designation did not help this building stay in shape. We have been walking past it for years, considering it to be a pretty dumpy place. thsas 2009-12-30T05:20:59Z savemidtown comment-20004 2009-12-30T03:43:55Z 2009-12-30T03:43:55Z It is not the buildings fault that a badly run business is or was there - don't punish the building - rebuild it. And seriously what kind of mean spirited people thumbs down efforts to save historic buidlings? savemidtown 2009-12-30T03:43:55Z Dale Kooyman comment-19973 2009-12-29T20:24:42Z 2009-12-29T20:24:42Z Hopefully, a new business will go in on the ground floor. This historic store location has long been a major, major liquor store problem for residents in that area. They've tried to close it for years since it lives on liquor sales and not groceries. Dale Kooyman 2009-12-29T20:24:42Z CCC comment-19972 2009-12-29T20:11:39Z 2009-12-29T20:11:39Z Bravo! Well put CCC 2009-12-29T20:11:39Z William Burg comment-19946 2009-12-29T03:28:17Z 2009-12-29T03:28:17Z Hopefully the building on the corner of 10th & E, the J. L. Dunphy Grocery, can be saved--there was a lot of damage but the structure appears intact except for the back side. The brick firewall no doubt saved it from total destruction. It was originally built in 1868 and is probably the oldest grocery store in the city. The other building was a total loss. The Dunphy Grocery is a listed Sacramento landmark, it would be a shame to lose it entirely! Historic buildings are a non-renewable resource--even mundane ones like grocery stores have a story to tell and a role to play. This building also provided inexpensive housing, so its loss also means more people on the street without an affordable place to live. Of course, every building will fall at some point, but we can make an effort to maintain and conserve the ones we have--including taking steps to minimize the risk of a tragic and dangerous building fire! William Burg 2009-12-29T03:28:17Z Geoff Samek comment-18156 2009-11-23T18:52:17Z 2009-11-23T18:52:17Z Fixed. Thanks for the update! Geoff Samek 2009-11-23T18:52:17Z Jim Doucette comment-18155 2009-11-23T18:15:43Z 2009-11-23T18:15:43Z Sorry, in my narative it says Station 32, it is supposed to say Station #2. I cannot type either!!! Jim Doucette 2009-11-23T18:15:43Z Laura Good comment-18154 2009-11-23T18:06:00Z 2009-11-23T18:06:00Z So glad to hear that Lucky is not missing! Laura Good 2009-11-23T18:06:00Z Jim Doucette comment-18153 2009-11-23T18:00:01Z 2009-11-23T18:00:01Z Sorry about the mess I created, but please read my latest article. Lucky has been located, he was never stolen,, and he is fine!!! Jim Doucette 2009-11-23T18:00:01Z dlc2cg5 comment-18150 2009-11-23T12:29:28Z 2009-11-23T12:29:28Z Fankville, Iowa We know how you must feel guys! We had our same mascot stolen years ago that was in front our station. I remember how much it bothered our department at the time. We didn't get it back either but did buy a second one to replace him. We now keep him inside the doors of our new station. dlc2cg5 2009-11-23T12:29:28Z savemidtown comment-18146 2009-11-23T06:02:53Z 2009-11-23T06:02:53Z People are lame - certainly keep checking craigs list and ebay & best wishes of luck to getting him back home safely. savemidtown 2009-11-23T06:02:53Z PringlesGoose comment-18094 2009-11-21T20:43:29Z 2009-11-21T20:43:29Z Pringles likes this! PringlesGoose 2009-11-21T20:43:29Z Marion Millin comment-18061 2009-11-21T00:48:36Z 2009-11-21T00:48:36Z Thank you, firefighters and goose savers, for ALL that you do. Marion Millin 2009-11-21T00:48:36Z Casey Kirk comment-16170 2009-10-23T20:18:21Z 2009-10-23T20:18:21Z This story warms my heart, to know that there is life-saving equipment available for animals. I hope that all engines will be equipped with them soon. Pets are family too! Casey Kirk 2009-10-23T20:18:21Z Jim Doucette comment-16165 2009-10-23T18:29:20Z 2009-10-23T18:29:20Z Colleen, The main difference is exactly what you stated, size, and shape. I am not sure how long they have been used, but I assume a very long time because these masks are what the Vets use in Pet Hospitals.... Thanks, Jim Jim Doucette 2009-10-23T18:29:20Z Colleen Belcher comment-16144 2009-10-23T06:53:02Z 2009-10-23T06:53:02Z What's the main difference between human and animal oxygen masks? size? shape? How long have pet oxygen masks been in existence? Colleen Belcher 2009-10-23T06:53:02Z firegayl comment-15292 2009-10-12T00:15:47Z 2009-10-12T00:15:47Z Wow, pretty harsh review of this story by "ballsout14" Gotta say you are dead wrong on this one. Having been a firefigher for over 20 years, I've heard a lot (too much) about the misconception that we shop, cook, workout and "ride around in shiny trucks". I can't blame you if you are unaware of what we do daily, but until you do, perhaps you can hold your comments and acidic tone. Firefighters rarely "sit around" and do nothing. We are usually lucky to eat on time, go through rigorous training year round to keep our skills fresh, and working out is part of our unwind time, as well as to requalify physically to keep our jobs. By the way I am a female lieutenant. My guys work their butts off. Can't you just take the story as it is, a good story? We've given up the glory plenty of times to the cops who got there first, etc. We're not in it for the glory, just the feeling of helping. Sorry you can't appreciate that. And I must say, it sounds like you may be a pretty angry person no matter what I might say. Go ride with your local department and you'll see what I mean..Good Luck. firegayl 2009-10-12T00:15:47Z UrinalGum comment-14127 2009-09-21T01:39:06Z 2009-09-21T01:39:06Z Every year, $1.3 billion in taxpayer money is wasted trying to save kittens! UrinalGum 2009-09-21T01:39:06Z poof comment-14086 2009-09-20T04:05:09Z 2009-09-20T04:05:09Z THANKS YOU ALL-- YOU'RE ALL HEROS IN MY BOOK.!!! poof 2009-09-20T04:05:09Z poof comment-14085 2009-09-20T04:00:39Z 2009-09-20T04:00:39Z fire dept., animal control, your local police, your sherriffs, rangers, game wardens , all these and more deserve thank yous whether they are helping a poor animal, a lost child or senior citizen with alzhimers, and then there are the volunteers (like my son) that really bust butt to help in what ever situation is necessary-- they would also like to know they are appreciated . take the time to say thanks once in a while-- it's really appreciated. poof 2009-09-20T04:00:39Z FatherLarry comment-14071 2009-09-19T14:56:03Z 2009-09-19T14:56:03Z Dear Ballsout: You're absolutely right. Next time my house is on fire or when I need someone to run inside an inferno to rescue a baby, I won't get one of these TV-watching "heroes." I'll call Animal Control! FatherLarry 2009-09-19T14:56:03Z Casey Kirk comment-13979 2009-09-18T18:20:57Z 2009-09-18T18:20:57Z Ballsout, did you know that you anyone can request to go on a ride along with the fire department? I spent 24 hours with Oak Park Station 6 for a story and went on more than 20 calls with them. During those 24 hours they were never bored and barely had time to even sleep! I'm sure if you contacted Jim Doucette he would be more than happy to arrange this for you. Casey Kirk 2009-09-18T18:20:57Z Geoff Samek comment-13938 2009-09-18T04:40:47Z 2009-09-18T04:40:47Z If there are compelling stories to tell about animal control officers we would love to have them on our site. The above article was written by Jim Doucette a public information officer for the Sacramento Fire Department, he is not a paid staff writer for The Sacramento Press. Since our site is free and open to contributions from the public, you can do this easily without any editorial scrutiny, just as the above article was posted. Here is a link to more information about how to become a writer for our site: http://bit.ly/cWPMT (The link will redirect to an article on our site). To give us more feedback directly, please feel to email feedback@sacramentopress.com, thanks for your comment and for reading. Geoff Samek 2009-09-18T04:40:47Z DL comment-13937 2009-09-18T04:33:16Z 2009-09-18T04:33:16Z No training or equipment? What? DL 2009-09-18T04:33:16Z ballsout14 comment-13933 2009-09-18T03:51:34Z 2009-09-18T03:51:34Z It is a shame when these "heroes" do one of the most common things a animal control officer does everyday and they make news and everyone says yay!! Animal Control Officers get no respect, little pay, little support from the people they serve, no training or equipment yet continue to risk thier safety saving the lives of animals on a daily basis and get no recognition. Its just a shame, these "heroes" hang around all day in thier movie theaters and lounges waiting to go cruise around in thier shiny rides, lift wieghts, cook and go shopping, why do you think they chose to respond to this call??? they were bored... ballsout14 2009-09-18T03:51:34Z Randi Kay Stephens comment-13924 2009-09-18T00:53:15Z 2009-09-18T00:53:15Z Thank you station 30! Randi Kay Stephens 2009-09-18T00:53:15Z Sarah Berg comment-13915 2009-09-17T22:57:58Z 2009-09-17T22:57:58Z This is the most adorable story ever posted... think I am going to go adopt Dip Stick now, before anyone else does! Sarah Berg 2009-09-17T22:57:58Z mjames comment-13908 2009-09-17T21:55:38Z 2009-09-17T21:55:38Z Oh how cute.... just a baby ! "kitten". Thanks to the fire department Engine #30. I love it. mjames 2009-09-17T21:55:38Z Tina Armour comment-13886 2009-09-17T19:41:57Z 2009-09-17T19:41:57Z This is the best story!! I love that you posted this, I hope Dip Stick gets adopted fast! Tina Armour 2009-09-17T19:41:57Z Kassandra Perlongo comment-13879 2009-09-17T18:28:27Z 2009-09-17T18:28:27Z I love happy endings. Thanks for the touching story. Kassandra Perlongo 2009-09-17T18:28:27Z Casey Kirk comment-13622 2009-09-11T17:39:55Z 2009-09-11T17:39:55Z Thank you so much for posting this Jim! I would love to see pictures of them climbing the stairs...what a great way to pay tribute and respect to the many lives lost on that horrible day. Casey Kirk 2009-09-11T17:39:55Z Kassandra Perlongo comment-13561 2009-09-10T23:08:24Z 2009-09-10T23:08:24Z Thank you for publishing this. We should always remember and honor the fallen in whatever way we can, even just having a moment of silence in our busy days. Kassandra Perlongo 2009-09-10T23:08:24Z Suzanne Hurt comment-13013 2009-09-01T22:45:39Z 2009-09-01T22:45:39Z Interesting story and photos, Jim. Does anyone know how big the Big Meadow Fire is now, and how this prescribed burn got out of control? Suzanne Hurt 2009-09-01T22:45:39Z Jim Doucette comment-10643 2009-07-13T20:45:15Z 2009-07-13T20:45:15Z Sorry about the picture quality, (both of them!!!) Jim Doucette 2009-07-13T20:45:15Z Dale Kooyman comment-10559 2009-07-12T01:13:12Z 2009-07-12T01:13:12Z Thank you, Jim. Consider my comment a complaint about this dangerous behavior which can very well affect others' lives! Incidentally, I've often marveled at your drivers' skill and careful maneuvering of those large trucks. Dale Kooyman 2009-07-12T01:13:12Z Jim Doucette comment-10557 2009-07-11T21:36:58Z 2009-07-11T21:36:58Z Dale, What you mention does happen a lot and it is a problem. With cell phones, people texting on them, loud radios, etc. etc. etc. drivers now a days really don't pay attention while driving. Our Firefighters are trained well to drive during emergencies and we take all of this into account. However accidents do happen and unfortunately will continue to do so. We do our best! I have never received a call from anyone complaining about this. Thanks! Jim Doucette 2009-07-11T21:36:58Z Dale Kooyman comment-10549 2009-07-11T15:53:06Z 2009-07-11T15:53:06Z Alert and questions to Doucet and fire engine drivers: As a pedestrian I will sometimes hear the sirens in the distance but fast approaching. Often ahead of your truck a block or so is a driver with his/her radio blasting at top volume, head rolling and upper body gyrating totally oblivious to what's going around him/her including your fast approaching fire truck. Instead of pulling over he/she continues driving until your driver, now close behind, lays on the horn. Finally, at the last minute the motorist can hear your warning, but instead of pulling over he/she looks around, as if confused as to what is happening. By this time her/his delayed reaction has slowed your driver down and the motorist may find limited options as to spaces or room to pull over, so bumbles around . Are you or your drivers aware that this is often the reason cars don't pull over until the last few seconds.? I ask this because you did not mention this potential hazard in your article. Also do you ever get calls complaining about those drivers causing your crucial few seconds delay? Dale Kooyman 2009-07-11T15:53:06Z savemidtown comment-10534 2009-07-10T21:17:17Z 2009-07-10T21:17:17Z it's bad enough that drivers don't move over when a fire truck is barreling down on them - i see this all the time from my office on P Street - with the sirens going. Imagine if firetrucks and ambulances didn't use the sirens. Some studies say the lights are what alert drivers but anecdotal evidence and years of observations says drivers barely register lights and sounds. It's a fact of life that protecting health and safety means the occasional siren at night or early in the morning. savemidtown 2009-07-10T21:17:17Z Casey Kirk comment-10422 2009-07-08T22:47:26Z 2009-07-08T22:47:26Z Thankfully no one was injured or on campus when the fireworks were thrown. However, if they aren't afraid to damage property and potentially ignite an entire school on fire, what else are they capable of? Hopefully someone can come forward with information and stop them before they cause even more damage somewhere else! Casey Kirk 2009-07-08T22:47:26Z Colleen Belcher comment-9762 2009-06-22T17:35:16Z 2009-06-22T17:35:16Z Thanks for posting this breaking news story. It's great to get an immediate update directly from the fire department. I did not know that the fire departments provided people with smoke detectors who cannot afford them - valuable information that could save lives. Colleen Belcher 2009-06-22T17:35:16Z bbbbmer comment-8235 2009-05-24T01:02:42Z 2009-05-24T01:02:42Z Seems everything KJ touches crumbles to the ground -- eventually. bbbbmer 2009-05-24T01:02:42Z David Watts Barton comment-7900 2009-05-20T01:11:57Z 2009-05-20T01:11:57Z Yes, it was Johnson's headquarters, and a beautiful old brick building to boot. Our staff reporter Suzanne Hurt is on the scene doing interviews. We'll have more soon. Thanks, Jim, for getting that out so quickly! David Watts Barton 2009-05-20T01:11:57Z Geoff Samek comment-7895 2009-05-20T00:26:07Z 2009-05-20T00:26:07Z Great update! Glad that Remy didn't find anyone. Mr. Littrell, I think you are correct. Geoff Samek 2009-05-20T00:26:07Z Dustin L. Littrell comment-7894 2009-05-20T00:18:20Z 2009-05-20T00:18:20Z Wasn't that building the former headquarters for Mayor Johnson's campaign? Dustin L. Littrell 2009-05-20T00:18:20Z Michelle Lazark comment-7409 2009-05-10T02:19:03Z 2009-05-10T02:19:03Z Good article Jimmy...so sad. Michelle Lazark 2009-05-10T02:19:03Z The Parrhesiac comment-7400 2009-05-09T14:56:54Z 2009-05-09T14:56:54Z If you take a look at the statistics, those in a lower socioeconomic status are overly represented in drownings by quite a bit... using governmental rationalization, poor people should be allowed to own swimming pools or swim in rivers. The Parrhesiac 2009-05-09T14:56:54Z Casey Kirk comment-7366 2009-05-08T22:45:54Z 2009-05-08T22:45:54Z That is definitely 80 drownings too many. I can't imagine what that family, and every family who loses a child, must be going through. On another note, it amazes me every time I'm at the lake or a river,despite all of the statistics we hear about there are still very young children on boats and in the water without lifejackets on. It's mind-boggling. Casey Kirk 2009-05-08T22:45:54Z Martin comment-7303 2009-05-07T01:25:07Z 2009-05-07T01:25:07Z Jim....just catching up with the comments....well written and clear that the Department is working hard to open and honest. It is a shame there are paranoid people like John out there who when in trouble will call a Union Fire Department and demand help.... Help he will get but what a puttz. His view of Unions is pritty one sided and harsh.....It looks like he is a broken record on the Fire Department articles! Martin 2009-05-07T01:25:07Z dabcakes comment-7250 2009-05-06T20:37:29Z 2009-05-06T20:37:29Z I was at the ceremony and I'm so grateful that people still care and still will put their lives in jeopardy to save another. Thank Sac Fire dabcakes 2009-05-06T20:37:29Z Ed Fogle comment-7245 2009-05-06T19:43:54Z 2009-05-06T19:43:54Z My pleasure Capt. Congratulations to the citizens, firefighters and officers awarded yesterday. Thank you for making a difference and choosing to take action. Ed Fogle 2009-05-06T19:43:54Z Jim Doucette comment-7239 2009-05-06T18:40:14Z 2009-05-06T18:40:14Z I forgot to give credit to Ed, of Maverick Photography who took these pictures! Thanks Ed! Jim Doucette 2009-05-06T18:40:14Z Jim Doucette comment-6784 2009-04-27T21:52:57Z 2009-04-27T21:52:57Z Thanks Ben! Jim Doucette 2009-04-27T21:52:57Z The Parrhesiac comment-6742 2009-04-27T08:57:11Z 2009-04-27T08:57:11Z So the Press is a mouthpiece and Information Bulletin Board for the Fire Department? This is Union supported press release to defend firefighters who VIOLATED Policies. The Parrhesiac 2009-04-27T08:57:11Z Ben Ilfeld comment-6745 2009-04-27T03:31:09Z 2009-04-27T03:31:09Z It is a bulletin board for citizens and stakeholders who are transparent about who they are and their affiliations. This article was not written by a staff member of The Press, it was written by the PIO for the Fire Department. He is not a shill, he is the Public Information Officer. Ben Ilfeld 2009-04-27T03:31:09Z fathertime comment-6714 2009-04-26T05:34:25Z 2009-04-26T05:34:25Z I have been in discussions about this issue with my neighbors and friends from work. ALL of whom say "whats the problem". Firefighters are a tough group of people who work hard and play hard. Maybe these guys are a bunch of "old school" firefighters who can handle a drink, know what to expect during a deployment, and are use to being treated as such. Many forget that the policies of today are somewhat recent. The Sacramento city fire department is a very old fire department, 150+ years. WIth that comes alot of pride and tradition. Changing traditions can be difficult, but the fire service has been the only one to consistantly adopt change for the better. Paramedicine, Hazardous Materials, all types of rescue, in addition to maintaining a goal of arriving at an emergency within a few minutes. Yeah, give the firefighters a break. I also share the opinion with my friends and collegues that Ch 13 hit our heroes below the belt. I will never watch Ch 13 again. fathertime 2009-04-26T05:34:25Z John Boyer comment-6705 2009-04-25T17:30:44Z 2009-04-25T17:30:44Z The history of mainstream media as muckracker and merchant of chaos is finally seeing its last days. The outpouring on this thread raises my hope level that media will put period to the practice of executing people and shuting the door on redemption. Its time to bring a little compassion to the news aparatus and more stories of the good works of people everywhere. I bow to Sacpress and their focus on the good. John Boyer 2009-04-25T17:30:44Z presence100 comment-6696 2009-04-25T03:19:32Z 2009-04-25T03:19:32Z Gone are the days of intelligent coverage. Please it is simple..give us timely news (not something that happened nearly a year ago and has been documented since) words like booze..open container..suggest coverup..scandal where there is none the matter was regrettable and promptly dealt with if anyone is interested in the true story it is clearly stated in public record shame on you Sam Shane..another Jerry Springer we do not need presence100 2009-04-25T03:19:32Z Oracle comment-6695 2009-04-25T01:32:48Z 2009-04-25T01:32:48Z Mainstream media is a whore for sensationalism. TV news teases are laughable and even more so during Neilsen sweeps weeks. Fox40 is the worst. Oracle 2009-04-25T01:32:48Z Oracle comment-6694 2009-04-25T01:28:38Z 2009-04-25T01:28:38Z Never had charges filed against him. You should know your facts before you start accusing people of serious offenses. Apparently the girlfriend was a nutjob. Oracle 2009-04-25T01:28:38Z Jim Doucette comment-6693 2009-04-25T00:18:42Z 2009-04-25T00:18:42Z I know Matt, but this story hurt us, and I hope that this is put behind us soon. If the story receives more attention because of my article, then so be it! I also hope that some may see the story as it really is, a "sensationalized" very old story that was run for ratings. Hopefully the readers realize how unfair and one sided the story and the promo's have been and maybe, just maybe, the powers to be at CBS may change a little. But if not, then at least I tried and I got the truth out... Thanks, Jim Doucette 2009-04-25T00:18:42Z Matthew Keys comment-6692 2009-04-25T00:06:24Z 2009-04-25T00:06:24Z What do you watch, Dabcakes? Matthew Keys 2009-04-25T00:06:24Z Matthew Keys comment-6691 2009-04-25T00:06:02Z 2009-04-25T00:06:02Z Ratings, Joe. It's all about ratings. Matthew Keys 2009-04-25T00:06:02Z Matthew Keys comment-6690 2009-04-25T00:05:31Z 2009-04-25T00:05:31Z You do know by writing an article like this, you're only bringing more attention to a story at CBS13 that, otherwise, probably wouldn't get a second glance? Matthew Keys 2009-04-25T00:05:31Z joetheplumber comment-6689 2009-04-24T23:51:19Z 2009-04-24T23:51:19Z That story was nothing but a cowardly backstabbing move and a blatant miss use of the power of the media!!! CBS 13 is nothing but a tabloid newscast, and all the staff would do just as good job on "inside edition", "entertainment tonight", or TMZ. I really found their way of presenting the "news" creepy, unprofessional, and misleading. Theses firefighters made a stupid decision and were punished appropriately. END of story!!! joetheplumber 2009-04-24T23:51:19Z savemidtown comment-6680 2009-04-24T22:50:57Z 2009-04-24T22:50:57Z The 'incident' appears minor in the big picture and the timing is suspect. I was in Trinity County last July when there were hundreds of fires burning simultaneously. I saw several fire camps and could not imagine how tough that is. Sometimes people make mistakes in intense situations and the Department handled it appropriately. End of story. Is this what 'news' has devolved to? Making drama where there is none? savemidtown 2009-04-24T22:50:57Z Firemanslady comment-6673 2009-04-24T20:41:59Z 2009-04-24T20:41:59Z I saw the adds for the story and as a result I have stopped watching Channel 13 News, because of the negativity put out by the Sacramento Bee I have disconitued my subscription and many of my family and freinds have as well. If those reporters can claim that have have led unblemished lives I would love to hear it, because they say that the police and firefighters should be held to a higher stander, if you have the power to put your views out as fact to the public you should be held to just as high a standard. My children have seen these adds and asked why the media hates the fire department so much. Firemanslady 2009-04-24T20:41:59Z dabcakes comment-6672 2009-04-24T20:37:00Z 2009-04-24T20:37:00Z Thanks Jim, you and all of our fire fighters are doing a wonderful job. If this is the best CBS13 can do, then no wonder I don't watch them and never will. dabcakes 2009-04-24T20:37:00Z kad795 comment-6671 2009-04-24T19:49:20Z 2009-04-24T19:49:20Z Great follow up Jim. If they want to dig up dirt, why don't they talk about Graswich and his domestic vilolence charges he had against him! kad795 2009-04-24T19:49:20Z Jenn Walker comment-6669 2009-04-24T19:28:00Z 2009-04-24T19:28:00Z I did not see the story air on CBS--how was the Butte County incident relevant if it happened last summer? Jenn Walker 2009-04-24T19:28:00Z