How incarcerated firefighters have helped battle California wildfires
NBC News' Steve Patterson has an inside look at how incarcerated firefighters are making a difference against the California wildfires and why some say the state may be exploiting their efforts.
Incarcerated firefighters helping battle blazes in San Diego County
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — Firefighters have recently battled blazes across southern California. Incarcerated firefighters are helping alongside CAL Fire crews on fires such as San Diego County's Border 2 Fire.
Inmate firefighters who battle fires like the ones in LA could get a raise under this bill
Incarcerated firefighters on the lower end of the pay scale currently earn around $30 a day during an active emergency.
The Hidden Economic Forces Behind California's Use of Inmates as Firefighters
The wildfires sweeping across the Los Angeles region are decimating land property and taking lives. They are also reigniting the debate about whether forcing prisoners to work for a pittance is right.
"This Is Not Rehabilitation This Is Slave Labor": People Are Shocked That Incarcerated Firefighters In California Are Paid As Little As $6 A Day
"It's really important that people remember they are people just like us and are doing a very important and dangerous job."
Incarcerated firefighters battling SoCal wildfires moved by outpouring support from the public
Incarcerated firefighters battling Southern California wildfires have been moved by the outpouring of support from the public. "When the community comes out and shows the love and the outpouring, it just really feels good.
How incarcerated firefighters are helping battle the blazes around Los Angeles
The fire danger in Southern California is far from over. As crews continue their battle, incarcerated firefighters part of a long-running state program are on the frontline. Supporters say the program offers a pathway out of prison,
Minnesota sending crew of wildland firefighters to help fight California wildfires
The Minnesota team will assist with current fire response efforts and may also be called upon to help with new outbreaks
Minnesota firefighters to help fight Los Angeles wildfires
A team of Minnesota firefighters will be heading west to help battle the ongoing wildfires around Los Angeles. Gov. Tim Walz announced the state will send a crew of Minnesota DNR wildland firefighters to support the response in southern California.
Opinion: California’s inmate firefighters deserve more than a raise. Make them employees
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Blink-182 announces one-night benefit show to support inmate firefighters and fire relief
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$1 an hour: Experts question low wages for California incarcerated firefighters
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Travis Barker Pays a Visit to Incarcerated Firefighters amid L.A. Fires: 'These Guys Are Heroes'
The Blink-182 drummer was seen at the Rose Bowl Complex in Pasadena, Calif., alongside incarcerated firefighters and members ...
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Inmate firefighters could see pay raise under proposed CA bill
Incarcerated fire crew members earn as little as $5.80 per day, but a bill recently introduced by California Assemblymember ...
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John Legend’s controversial prison visit sparks debate
In a moment that crystallized the complexities of America's criminal justice system, John Legend's recent visit to California ...
California depends on prison labor to deal with climate disasters—Canada must avoid a similar model
As wildfires continue to burn in and around Los Angeles, the fact that many of the firefighters battling the blazes are ...