Local hero honored for saving retired Chicago firefighter: 'God was working through their hands'
An emergency call taker is being honored for being calm under pressure. Her actions gave a retired Chicago firefighter a second chance at life.
New OEMC app works to keep residents safer
Carrie Carlson, senior emergency management coordinator at OEMC, shows off their new app and talks about what Chicago residents can get out of it.
Chicago first responders honored during OEMC awards ceremony
Some of the city's most valuable first responders were honored Wednesday for answering the call.
Retiring Rich Guidice opens up about tenure as head of Chicago's OEMC
When something big happens in Chicago, or something goes wrong, Rich Guidice is the man with a plan.
Rich Guidice speaks on tenure as head of Chicago's OEMC
When something big happens in Chicago, or something goes wrong, Rich Guidice is the man with a plan.
OEMC launches new emergency preparedness, safety app for Chicagoans
Chicago OEMC executive director Rich Guidice talks about the features of their new safety app meant to prepare residents in the case of an emergency.
Chicago officials dish out winter weather tips ahead of bitter cold, snow
The city's Office of Emergency Management and Communications and other officials held a news conference Thursday to inform residents on how to get prepared and take advantage of city services this winter.
Officials issue rules ahead of Dr. Willie Wilson's 2nd free gas giveaway
During the first gas giveaway, traffic was a nightmare. On this second go-around, OEMC has issued rules to avoid chaos.
Chicago's OEMC releases street closures, safety tips ahead of St. Patrick's Day weekend
Chicago's Office of Emergency Management has released plans on how to ensure everyone stays safe this St. Patrick's Day weekend. Rich Guidice, OEMC Executive Director, joins First at Four to discuss street closures, safety tips and more.
Chicago has eye on history as it preps for major snowfall
The city says it is preparing for major snowfall Tuesday night into Wednesday with an eye on history.
Winter Storm Warning: OMEC preps ahead of winter storm in Chicago area
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications is preparing for a pretty tough 72 hours weather wise. Rich Guidice, Executive Director of OEMC, discusses preparations ahead of time.
#HealChicago hosting community cleanup event this weekend in Austin
Police communications operator Keith Thornton previews this weekend's #HealChicago event taking place in the Austin neighborhood.
Chicago dispatchers honored for their work in tense situations
We do not often see the people answering our 911 calls or those guiding police on their radios, but several were honored on Monday.
OEMC News Conference: Chicago police officials announce road closures
Chicago police officials release safety plans for the weekend.
Security heightened during Lollapalooza festival
OEMC Executive Director, Rich Guidice, talks about health and security precautions Lollapalooza festival goers can expect upon arrival.
New Smart911 feature
New 911 service allows residents to share security camera footage with Chicago police