Flag raised for firefighter who died

by Christopher D'Allen, Times Editor-in-Chief

July 19, 2023

The American flag is being raised by the downtown Milwaukee Fire Department.

Milwaukee Police and Fire Department vehicles were in a procession down North James Lovell Street (North 7th Street) in downtown Milwaukee this afternoon, just before 1 p.m.

An MATC Times staff member saw the American flag being raised near 9th and State streets. While no official details have been released, at the time of writing this story, an officer conducting traffic on the scene stated that a “firefighter has passed away.”

Update: The Milwaukee Fire Department has issued the following press release about the death. The release also reminds people struggling with mental health issues to call 988, which is Wisconsin’s Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

An officer watches at the scene. (Photo by Christopher D’Allen)

Milwaukee Police and Fire Department personnel gather near the 9th and State streets. (Photo by Christopher D’Allen)

About the Contributor

Christopher D’Allen, Editor-in-Chief

My name is Christopher D'Allen and I am the Editor-in-Chief for the MATC Times, a student run paper dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in scholastic journalism. The MATC Times stands as the voice of our students and a bastion of free speech for the communiy we represent. I joined the staff in my first semester at MATC and obtained my current position at the start of Summer '23. Here I am a photography student and hold a BA in Political Science and Spanish & Latin American Studies with a minor in Democracy and Justice Studies. I have worked an Administrative Assistant, World Language Instructor, a Head Lifeguard and Resident Assistant, but have found that my passion lies in the arts. As a photographer, I challenge myself daily to find a new perspective, capture a fleeting scene and turn moments into memories. As we work to relaunch the MATC Times website and grow our staff, I want to make joining our team as positive a learning experience and beneficial a work experience as possible. I strongly believe in the power of collaboration and inclusivity. As an Editor, I actively encourage diverse perspectives. Each student's unique viewpoint enriches our storytelling and fosters a sense of unity within our community. I aim to bridge the gap between words and images, revealing the untold stories that shape our community.