Business and Law
Xperi and Global Security Systems Pitch Emergency Alerting Improvements
Both companies have something to gain from potential changes to EAS, WEA
emergency alerting
Business and Law
FCC’s “Ground Up” Review of Public Warning Systems Generates Buzz
Here's what Sage and Digital Alert Systems are telling the commission
Business and Law
Broadcasters of All Sizes Share Ideas for the Future of EAS
One community radio advocate questions if LPFMs even need emergency alerting equipment
Business and Law
FEMA Promises Support for New MEP Code
Missing and Endangered Persons event code is now live
Business and Law
Don’t Forget to File EAS Form One
FCC bureau reminds you to file even though there's no national test
News and Business
FEMA Opens New Round of Warning System Grants
This round differs from past opportunities, with only states and Tribal nations eligible to...
From the Editor
KIXP Helps Orcas Islanders Stay Alert
Allen Hartle explains the dual purposes of this new LPFM
Business and Law
FCC Releases Details of Its Plans to Fundamentally Review EAS
In August the commission will vote to re-examine alerting systems “from the ground up"
Reader's Forum
Letters: NOAA Weather Radios Are a Lifeline. Use Them
Readers ask: Why is "America's Official Federal Warning System" so underutilized?
Guest Commentaries
Letter: NOAA Weather Radios Have a Crucial Role to Play
Adrienne Abbott urges broadcasters to help make the case to Congress
Business and Law
Cantwell Report Highlights Role of Public Stations in Weather Emergencies
Report shows areas where public media funding cutbacks could harm emergency alert efforts
News and Business
Here’s How Broadcasters Are Aiding Texas Flood Recovery Efforts
Multiple fundraisers and community campaigns are underway
Business and Law
Sage Supports “Software EAS” — If Not the Name
The company said a software-based solution will not be the right choice for every...
News and Business
NOAA Weather Radio Disruptions Highlight Need for EAS Backups
Software updates have taken transmitters offline days at a time, rendering gaps in EAS
Reader's Forum
Letter: Software-Based EAS Goes Against Common Sense
"The fact is that firmware-based applications will always be faster and more reliable"
Business and Law
Gomez Criticizes FCC Delay in Implementing Multilingual WEA
"We cannot play politics with public safety," Democratic commissioner says
News and Business
Rolling Updates Take Some NOAA Weather Radio Stations Offline
Here's what to know about the scheduled updates and ongoing disruptions to service
Business and Law
Markey, Murkowski Urge FEMA to Release Alerting Grants
They say FEMA’s action is “unnecessarily threatening public safety”
Reader's Forum
Letter: The FCC Should Allow Software EAS Systems
At the end of the day, we all want reliable message dissemination
Tech and Gear
Do AI and Emergency Communication Mix?
A technology partnership in the Sunshine State looks to answer the question
People News
Futuri Expands Public Safety Team
Marc Jaromin joins to help bring BEACON system to market
Guest Commentaries
When Stations Do Their Part, the EAS System Works
Until a better alternative is in place, we need to support the one we’ve...
Industry News
SpectraRep Appoints George Molnar as CTO
Industry veteran will lead expansion of company's nationwide datacasting network
Digital Radio
Automatic Wake Up Improves DAB Warnings
Fraunhofer implements ASA/EWS into its DAB+ solutions
News and Business
Three More Radio Stations Awarded Next-Gen Warning Grants
Noncom FMs in California, Pennsylvania and Utah are eligible for up to $587,704 in...
Business and Law
What’s Next for the “Missing and Endangered” Code
The FCC expects MEP to be used at least twice as often as AMBER...
News and Business
More Public Stations Receive CPB/FEMA Grants
35 radio and TV stations have received money so far
Business and Law
FCC Proposes $146,976 Fine Against ESPN for EAS Violations
Agency proposes maximum fine against sports network for using alert tones during NBA promo...
News and Business
Beasley’s Florida Stations Survive the Brunt of Hurricane Milton
13 stations in Tampa and Fort Myers are up and running
News and Business
Ham Radio Operators Assemble Ahead of Hurricane Milton
Across the country, amateur radio operators are lending a hand to emergency responders
Reader's Forum
Letter: How Are Hams Helping Post-Helene?
A reader asks for news about amateur radio's role in disaster relief efforts
Reader's Forum
Letter: Hey Radio Engineers, Take Care of Yourself
Bill Ruck shares his advice for navigating emergency and disaster scenarios
Columns and Views
Radio’s Resilience During Hurricane Helene Is Nothing New
RW Assistant Editor Elle Kehres reflects on the devastation in western North Carolina, and...
Reader's Forum
Letter: Here’s How Radio Can Team Up With Local Emergency Management
A reader offers a unique way stations can air emergency information, even during "off-hours"
Business and Law
FCC Hopes to Fortify EAS in U.S. Territories
Northern Mariana Islands and Guam among those that struggled in nationwide test
News and Business
CPB Releases Another $1.8 Million for Alerting Upgrades
Public media stations in four states to receive grant funds
Reader's Forum
Letter: Shout-Out to Native Public Media
"They were looking out for not only their people, but every missing and endangered...
Business and Law
NAB Continues Pushback Against Mandatory DIRS Reporting
Says FCC should shift its focus to helping broadcasters find fuel for generators after...
Headlines
Manny Centeno Is New IPAWS Director
He succeeds Antwane Johnson, who retired earlier this year