Arellano: In a turbulent time, LAFD union head isn't who you think he is
During Escobar's tenure, L.A. firefighters have weathered some tough times: COVID. The Palisades inferno. Fewer fire stations ...
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How Los Angeles Is Getting Scorched by Its Homeless Problem
A 2021 fire is now viewed by some LA residents as a symbol of the city’s failure to control the spread of homeless ...
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LA Council Committee Advances Motion to Explore Potential Bond for LAFD
A City Council committee Friday weighed-in on potential funding measures to support the Los Angeles Fire Department, which could lead to a potential bond or sales tax. In a 4-0 vote, the Rules, ...
Poll: Voters grade LA mayor, City Council and Board of Supervisors on wildfire response
Public opinion is split on the council and board, but those questioned in the poll had a more unfavorable view of Karen Bass.
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Ex-officer for L.A. firefighters union faces internal inquiry over charity finances
UFLAC President Freddy Escobar, who is also president of the foundation, declined to be interviewed or to answer a series of written questions from The Times, including about the IAFF review of ...
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Former L.A. firefighter union treasurer under scrutiny over car purchase
UFLAC President Freddy Escobar declined to comment on the allegations against Albarran and did not answer a written question from The Times about the IAFF financial review. UFLAC is a political ...
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With final ‘Do-Not-Drink-Water’ orders lifting in Palisades, Bass seeks to ‘move forward’
“I especially want to thank UFLAC President Freddy Escobar, the many other UFLAC leaders, and the members who supported my efforts to shine the light on LAFD’s needs. Standing up, speaking ...