Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Fails To Get Job Back After Ouster Following Historic Deadly Wildfire

Written on 03/05/2025
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The former Los Angeles fire chief who was ousted by Mayor Karen Bass after the most destructive wildfire in city history failed to win back her job Tuesday, falling short with her argument that her dismissal was based on false accusations about her conduct and decision-making.

Former Chief Kristin Crowley appealed to the City Council to reverse Bass’ decision, which followed finger-pointing between Crowley and City Hall over the wildfire devastation and the fire department’s funding.

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