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ABC7 On Your Side obtains texts sent to and from former LAFD Chief Crowley during LA wildfires
The text messages show how officials first started to realize how bad things were getting and that the windswept blazes had the upper hand.
Kristin Crowley appeals her dismissal as LAFD chief
Kristin Crowley has appealed her termination as LAFD chief to the Los Angeles City Council after she was dismissed from the position nearly a week ago by Mayor Karen Bass. Under the city charter, Crowley would need the support of 10 of the council’s 15 members to be reinstated as chief.
Former LAFD Chief Crowley appeals dismissal
After days of heightened tensions among Los Angeles city leaders, Kristin Crowley is appealing Mayor Karen Bass’ decision to fire her as LAFD chief. KTLA's Ellina Abovian reports on Feb. 28, 2025. Det
Former LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley needs 10 votes from the LA City Council to be reinstated
The Los Angeles City Council will hold a hearing Tuesday to reconsider reinstating former Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley, who needs 10 votes to overturn the mayor's decision.
Former LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley issues statement following her removal
A day after Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced the firing of former Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, the ousted leader broke her silence and issued a statement regarding her leadership.
Ex-LA fire chief Crowley appeals Mayor Karen Bass' decision to fire her
After she was ousted, Crowley decided to remain in the department at a lower rank, an option she had under civil service protections.
LA wildfires: What text messages sent to and from LA fire chief during blaze show
Text messages released to ABC News through a public records request provide new insight about what local officials were ...
Former LA Fire Chief Kristin Crowley appeals her firing by Mayor Bass
Crowley will need support from at least 10 of 15 council members to be reinstated–an outcome that remains highly uncertain.
Kristin Crowley appeals Los Angeles mayor's decision to terminate her as LAFD chief
Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley announced on Thursday she is appealing Mayor Karen Bass’ decision to fire her a ...
Former L.A. Fire Chief Kristin Crowley appeals her dismissal by Mayor Karen Bass
The procedural step, which is afforded by the City Charter, is unlikely to succeed. But it could cause more public agita for ...
LA City Council will hear former Fire Chief Kristin Crowley’s appeal case
The Los Angeles City Council is set to hear former Fire Chief Kristin Crowley’s appeal on Tuesday, March 4, a critical test ...
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass removes LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley over handling of Palisades fire
Bass has appointed former Chief Deputy Ronnie Villanueva as interim fire chief. Villanueva served with the LAFD for 41 years ...
L.A. council president moved rapidly on the ousted fire chief. Then came the outcry
City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson tried to put the Chief Crowley controversy to rest. His fast-track strategy ...