St. Paul Fire Department reaches milestone with Black firefighters

By Symone Woolridge




Updated  June 27, 2025 11:09am CDT




Voices For Change

The Brief

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Diversity within the St. Paul Fire Department is more prevalent than ever. The department has the highest number of Black firefighters in promoted positions in department history. 




This is a testament to how far the department has come and the hard work of local organizations dedicated to equal opportunity. 

Change has been a long time coming

What they're saying:




If you ask Black retired St.... Read more


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