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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
Fired LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley's Appeals Abrupt Dismissal
A hearing will be held at City Hall Tuesday to appeal her firing by Mayor Karen Bass, who has been heavily criticized for the controversial ousting that came after public finger-pointing from both of
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 Crowley will appeal her firing to LA City Council
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 LA Fire Chief Kristin Crowley appeals her firing by Mayor Bass
Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has formally appealed her removal by Mayor Karen Bass, escalating an ongoing political battle.
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 week ago.
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 will almost certainly cause further public agita for Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
Former LAFD Chief Crowley appeals Mayor Bass' decision to fire her
Under the city charter, Crowley would need the support of 10 of the council's 15 members to be reinstated as chief.
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 before retiring in September 2024.
Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley appeals her dismissal over deadly fires
Kristin Crowley sent a letter to the Los Angeles City Council on Thursday, informing them she is proceeding with an appeal of the mayor's removal of her as fire chief.
Fire union president discusses the removal of LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley
Freddy Escobar, United Firefighters of LA president, discusses Mayor Karen Bass's decision and reasons for removing Crowley from her position as fire chief.
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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 ...
Ex-Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley breaks silence after being terminated by mayor
Kristin Crowley made her first public statement Saturday since being removed as the Los Angeles Fire Department Chief by Los ...