Welcome to the Cicero Firefighters Web Site
Welcome to the Cicero Firefighters, International Association of Firefighters, Local 717 web site. Our Local is comprised of 64 members. We are affiliated with the International Association of Firefighters and the Associated Firefighters of Illinois. Our Local has endured many challenges over the years, but with the strong backing of our Union Membership and our Brothers and Sisters in the International Association Of Firefighters and the Associated Firefighters of Illinois we have prevailed in all of our battles. We appreciate you visiting our site and we hope you will return often to check out our updates.
Ice Hockey Tournament 2026
January 11, 2026- The tournament is underway! The 717 would like to send a huge thank you to Town President Larry Dominick and The Town of Cicero for donating the ice today and supporting the Cicero Firefighters Charitable Foundation!
Cicero Firefighters Foundation Shirts
If your interested in some tshirts or hoodies we have L, XL, and XXL left! All proceeds benefit the Cicero Firefighters Charitable Foundation! Drop by Bobby Hull Ice Rink or we can hold orders at the Morton Park fire house!
Happy Anniversary!
January 10, 2026- Today Local 717 is congratulating six of our members who were all hired on January 10, 2022, As they celebrate 4 complete years of service with our department. Congrats on 4 years to Adam Lavery, Jesse Valenti, Frank Loeza, Ceasar Palafox, Connor Sheehan and Anthony Renteria ! Thank you for your service and everything you continue to bring to the department. Here’s to many more years ahead!
Fires
January 3, 2026-Yesterday, 2nd Platoon (Black Shift) responded to two separate structure fires during their shift. The first occurred at approximately 6:45 PM in the 1500 block of Austin Blvd, followed by a second incident around 6:20 AM in the 1300 block of Austin Blvd. At both locations, crews quickly advanced hose lines and were able to bring the fires under control. Crews also were confronted with the challenge of several frozen fire hydrants. Thanks to the swift actions of our members these situations were stabilized. We are proud to serve and protect our residents around the clock.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year from the 717! Another busy year in the books, and we’re incredibly grateful for the continued support of our community and The Town of Cicero. We’re proud to serve and look forward to continuing our mission throughout 2026.
The above design was created and hand drawn by Lt. Stephen A. Fiore
