Tragic Events Where Radio Has A Connection
This archive houses news and other informational articles pertaining to tragic events where there is a radio connection.
Radio CEO Says Time is Right to Press for FM Receivers in Cell Phones
The recent winter storm which left 25 dead and hundreds of thousands of people without power also left many without communication or a way to receive information. Jeff Smulyan, CEO of Emmis Communications thinks the time is right to press for mandatory FM receivers in cell phones. Read more.
The recent winter storm which left 25 dead and hundreds of thousands of people without power also left many without communication or a way to receive information. Jeff Smulyan, CEO of Emmis Communications thinks the time is right to press for mandatory FM receivers in cell phones. Read more.
9/11 Seven Years Later: Are Our Radio Stations Secure?
It's been 7 years since September 11th. If a terrorist was able to take control of one or more popular radio stations, he – or his group – could disseminate propaganda or misinformation which could ultimately cause panic, confusion, or worse. Are our radio stations as secure as they need to be? Read more. (Opinion)
It's been 7 years since September 11th. If a terrorist was able to take control of one or more popular radio stations, he – or his group – could disseminate propaganda or misinformation which could ultimately cause panic, confusion, or worse. Are our radio stations as secure as they need to be? Read more. (Opinion)
For Latest On Hurricane Rita, Listen to NewsRadio 740 KTRH in Houston
Another major hurricane, Rita, is headed toward the Gulf Coast of Texas. For the latest news and information this is your best bet. Read more and get the online listen link.
Another major hurricane, Rita, is headed toward the Gulf Coast of Texas. For the latest news and information this is your best bet. Read more and get the online listen link.
The Feds and States Should Harness the Power of Satellite Radio For Emergency Situations
Electricity, land lines, and cell phones are all susceptible to going down quickly in the event of a natural disaster or terrorist attack. That's why the Federal, state, and local governments need to incorporate Satellite Radio into all future disaster planning. Read more.
Electricity, land lines, and cell phones are all susceptible to going down quickly in the event of a natural disaster or terrorist attack. That's why the Federal, state, and local governments need to incorporate Satellite Radio into all future disaster planning. Read more.
Radio Companies Combine Resources to Provide Information and News to Katrina's Victims
In response to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the radio groups serving New Orleans and the surrounding area have come together to form the United Radio Broadcasters of New Orleans to provide information and news. Read more.
In response to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the radio groups serving New Orleans and the surrounding area have come together to form the United Radio Broadcasters of New Orleans to provide information and news. Read more.
1000 Clear Channel Radio Stations Respond to Katrina With StormAid.com
Nationwide, the country's largest radio chain is responding to the needs of survivors of Hurricane Katrina by rallying listeners to donate supplies and money. Read more.
Nationwide, the country's largest radio chain is responding to the needs of survivors of Hurricane Katrina by rallying listeners to donate supplies and money. Read more.
iPods Didn’t Reach Out To Katrina Victims, Radio Did
Tradional Radio, AM and FM, has been under seige for the past few years by new technology, record F.C.C. fines, and a general disdain for almost everything it does from programming to contests. Yet, the record is already clear: AM and FM have proven crucial during the Hurrican Katrina catastrophe. Read more.
Tradional Radio, AM and FM, has been under seige for the past few years by new technology, record F.C.C. fines, and a general disdain for almost everything it does from programming to contests. Yet, the record is already clear: AM and FM have proven crucial during the Hurrican Katrina catastrophe. Read more.
Real Life: What It's Like To Be On The Radio in the Middle of a Hurricane
With Hurricane Katrina assaulting the Gulf Coast, I thought it would be appropriate to reprint a couple of pages from my book about working in Radio. Early in my career, when I was employed at WLOX in Biloxi, I was on-the-air during two different hurricanes: Freddy and David. Here's my recollection...
With Hurricane Katrina assaulting the Gulf Coast, I thought it would be appropriate to reprint a couple of pages from my book about working in Radio. Early in my career, when I was employed at WLOX in Biloxi, I was on-the-air during two different hurricanes: Freddy and David. Here's my recollection...
Peter Jennings - Dead at 67 - Began Career at Small Canadian Radio Station
Peter Jennings came to be known as the news face for ABC television's "World News Tonight". But, he actually started his career in radio. Read more.
Peter Jennings came to be known as the news face for ABC television's "World News Tonight". But, he actually started his career in radio. Read more.
Car Radio Kills Driver
You would have never thought that good friend of yours, the trusty car radio, would or could ever bring you harm. Think again. Read more
You would have never thought that good friend of yours, the trusty car radio, would or could ever bring you harm. Think again. Read more
Four Radio People Die In Separate Incidents
Four DJs have died in four separate incidents in the last couple of days. You might have listened to them on the Radio at one time. Read more.
Four DJs have died in four separate incidents in the last couple of days. You might have listened to them on the Radio at one time. Read more.
Last Radio Transmission of Space Shuttle Columbia
The space shuttle "Columbia" was destroyed on re-entry early yesterday, killing all 7 astronauts aboard. Here is a transcript of the last radio transmission between Mission Control and the Columbia.
The space shuttle "Columbia" was destroyed on re-entry early yesterday, killing all 7 astronauts aboard. Here is a transcript of the last radio transmission between Mission Control and the Columbia.
Nightclub Tragedy Also Took Dr. Metal
The tragic nightclub fire that took 97 lives last Thursday in West Warwick, Rhode Island, also claimed one of that town's best known Radio personalities, Mike Gonsalves. Here's a little about him.
The tragic nightclub fire that took 97 lives last Thursday in West Warwick, Rhode Island, also claimed one of that town's best known Radio personalities, Mike Gonsalves. Here's a little about him.
Radio DJ Deaths: The "Crash Curse" And Oher Awful Ends
Looking at the record, Radio DJs have had their share of untimely deaths - many due to auto and plane crashes, some because of suicides and even a freak accident or two. Read more.
Looking at the record, Radio DJs have had their share of untimely deaths - many due to auto and plane crashes, some because of suicides and even a freak accident or two. Read more.
Radio Was There The Day Diana Died
Historic radio audio from the day Britain's favorite Princess was tragically killed in a car accident.
Historic radio audio from the day Britain's favorite Princess was tragically killed in a car accident.
Space Shuttle Columbia Was Friend To Amateur Radio
The space shuttle "Columbia" was destroyed on re-entry today, killing all 7 astronauts aboard. Among the many activities shuttle missions have been involved in is a program called SAREX, Space Amateur Radio Experiment. It has given students and amateur radio operators a chance to communicate with astronauts to ask questions about space and shuttle missions.
The space shuttle "Columbia" was destroyed on re-entry today, killing all 7 astronauts aboard. Among the many activities shuttle missions have been involved in is a program called SAREX, Space Amateur Radio Experiment. It has given students and amateur radio operators a chance to communicate with astronauts to ask questions about space and shuttle missions.