A major donation to the Detroit Fire Department has allowed the firefighters to welcome a furry friend to the team.

A four-year-old boy battling brain cancer gets a special surprise the day before he begins treatment.

Detroit Police Chief James White said there are no words he can offer to officer Loren Courts’ wife or children to take away their pain. But there are people dedicated to providing practical help to families of fallen officers.

The Detroit Public Safety Foundation is asking for people to donate to help with the recovery efforts of 17-year-old Zion Foster.

Cathy Govan, former executive director of the Detroit Public Safety Foundation, has died.

DETROIT – Through donations from an anonymous donor and Comcast, the Detroit Police Department and the Detroit Public Safety Foundation are spreading some holiday cheer. They are holding their annual Sergeant Santa event that aims to help more than 50 families across Detroit during the holiday season. At least two families from each Detroit precinct and additional families around the city will receive toys, clothes and other items. During these historic times, our dedication to serving and helping the residents of Detroit can make an extraordinary impact. Detroit police chief James CraigThe other partners who helped out with the event include the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, the Detroit Tigers, Kroger, and WWJ News Radio 950.

DETROIT Every year, the Detroit Public Safety Foundation holds an event to honor female first responders. This year, the event was forced outside at the last minute, but authorities still found a way to honor 10 police officers, firefighters and EMS workers who are now public role models. Detroit police Chief James Craig was quick to point out the number of women in the department, especially those who have climbed the ladder. Between the Detroit Police Department and the Detroit Fire Department, there were 10 nominees for Officer and Fire Department Woman of the Year. While some of the other nominees said winning would be nice, their message of female empowerment was more important.

DETROIT – On Nov. 5, 1978, officer Scott Larkins and his partner officer Rick Savin were ambushed while visiting a local restaurant. Officer Larkins retired from the department in 1982 and died on March 9, 2008. In recognition of his service, fallen officer Scott Larkins will also be honored at the upcoming Above and Beyond award ceremony. The Detroit Public Safety Foundation will host its 7th Annual Above and Beyond awards ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at MGM Grand in Detroit. The Fallen and Critically injured Officers Remembrance Committee of the Detroit Public Safety Foundation is sending the family of Scott Larkins to Washington, DC in May.

DETROIT – The Detroit Public Safety Foundation will host its 7th Annual Above and Beyond awards ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at MGM Grand in Detroit. Each year during the signature event, DPSF recognizes first responders and civilians for their selfless service to the citizens of Detroit. For full details on the event including award recipients, click here.