Off to the races: FirstNet keeps Iowa responders in the fast lane
The Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa, consists of a main oval track and seven road course layouts, allowing it to host both NASCAR and IndyCar events. With 30,000 seats at…
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FirstNet gives EMS best-in-class communications for worst-case scenarios
EMS personnel must be able to rely on their communications — especially during worst-case scenarios. In this dire situation, every member of the crew began handing over their personal cell…
How FirstNet Reinvestment Is Transforming First Responder Communications
Discover how FirstNet reinvestment enhances communication for first responders with expanded coverage, 5G advancements, and mission-critical technology.
Interoperable Communications for Public Safety | PSBTA
Discover the importance of FirstNet interoperability in public safety, ensuring seamless interoperable communication for first responders during emergencies.
AT&T Prepares to Keep Customers, First Responders and Communities Connected During Hurricane Season
AT&T is the first company with a Nationwide Disaster Response Program certified by Homeland Security, designed to keep customers and first responders connected AT&T is committed to keeping its customers…
Nationwide coverage for first responders is at risk unless Congress gets their act together
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The dedicated public safety broadband network of the United States, known as FirstNet, and built by AT&T under federal contract after the 9/11 attacks is pending reauthorization by Congress according…
Multi-Agency Response: FirstNet at U.S. Army’s Redstone Arsenal
Redstone Arsenal is home to multiple U.S. Army commands, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, 2 federal law enforcement agencies, and even a 35,000-acre wildlife refuge. Over 50,000 civilians and contractors…
What is FirstNet and How Does It Work?
Learn what FirstNet is, how it works, and why it’s crucial for public safety. Understand the difference between FirstNet and the FirstNet Authority.
PERSPECTIVE: Why FirstNet Offers Public Safety the Communication Evolution It Deserves
ByRobert W. Patterson Shortly after beginning my career with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in the late 1980s, a tragic event occurred that left a lasting impact on countless lives,…
Understanding Mission Critical Communications for Public Safety
Discover the importance of mission critical communication for public safety. Learn how effective comms can enhance critical incident management.
Is FirstNet in jeopardy? No way, according to AT&T
Given all the budget cuts happening in Washington, D.C., under Trump 2.0, Fierce wondered how FirstNet, the government-authorized wireless network for public safety, will fare. Is there any chance it…
T-Mobile user’s Starlink experience has some wondering if carrier chose the wrong partner
T-Mobile and SpaceX’s satellite-powered direct-to-cell service doesn’t live up to expectations, according to some users who have been accepted into the beta program. SOURCE: pphonearena.com DATE: April 1, 2025 T-Mobile has partnered…
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in Nebraska leverages FirstNet solutions for coverage where officers work
Law enforcement officers need to stay connected while doing their job — during extreme weather, among large crowds, inside buildings, or at the edge of the network’s reach. That’s why…
Why FirstNet Reauthorization Matters for Public Safety Communications
Learn why reauthorizing the FirstNet Authority is vital to public safety communications, ensuring uninterrupted service for first responders nationwide.
FirstNet’s dedication starts with a dedicated mobile core
At MWC Barcelona, AT&T’s Scott Agnew, president of FirstNet, discusses the public safety network’s capabilities and technology direction as competitors attempt to make inroads in the market. He also overviews…