Detroit EMS

Detroit signs emergency contract to boost ambulance service this summer

Sarah Cwiek

A June 21 city memo described “an extraordinary deficiency in resources and capabilities” with current ambulance service.

Politics & Government

$8 million gift nets Detroit new police, EMS vehicles

Sarah Cwiek

Detroit has a substantial number of brand-new police and EMS vehicles—and they come as a donation from the city’s business community.Some of Detroit’s…

Politics & Government

Businesses plan to donate $8 million for Detroit EMS and police units

Sarah Cwiek

DETROIT (AP) - A number businesses plan to donate $8 million to help Detroit get 23 EMS units and 100 police cars to boost public safety and reduce…

Politics & Government

Detroit City Council hears about EMS "management" problems

Sarah Cwiek

The Detroit City Council got a briefing on chronic troubles with the city’s Emergency Medical Services Monday.EMS Chief Jerald James told the Council that…