To mark the 2026 FIFA World Cup, taking place from June 11 through July 19 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, amateur radio operators have launched the international “2026 World Soccer Tournament Special Event Stations” program. The event involves all 16 host cities, with special event stations operating on HF, VHF, and UHF bands using both analog and digital modes.

Android users can now access the official APRS.fi application. APRS.fi has long been one of the most widely used tools for tracking APRS activity worldwide, providing real-time viewing of station positions, weather data, telemetry, and messages transmitted over the APRS network.

The Lewis and Clark Trail on the Air is a special on-air event commemorating the historic Lewis and Clark Trail, which spans 4,900 miles across 16 states. The event includes the disembarkation from Camp Dubois and the Eastern Legacy of the expedition. It is sponsored by the Clark County Amateur Radio Club, with support and participation from clubs across all 16 states along the historic trail.

Group 312 Chicago invites all fans of amateur radio, motorcycles, and the outdoors to a special MotoPOTA gathering taking place on May 30 at 3:00 PM at Moraine Hills State Park at Whitetail Prairie Picnic Shelter. The idea behind the event is simple — bring together radio enthusiasts, have a great time, and activate the park as part of the Parks on the Air (POTA) program.

On Monday, May 18, from 7:20 PM to 8:20 PM CDT, Scouts from Illinois will be exploring the world of amateur radio during the “Scouts on the Air” event. Youth ages 11–17, along with their leaders, will have the opportunity to make their first radio contacts, try CW decoding, hunt for beacons, and learn more about our hobby and the many possibilities amateur radio offers.