Can anyone recommend a portable radio?

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C Crane, Sangean and Eton are all quality brands. For almost 20 years I have been using something extremely similar to this: CC Skywave AM, FM, Shortwave, Weather + Alert and VHF Airband Small Portable Travel Radio At $89 it is probably in your fancy range. I have not tried this model but it is very well reviewed on Amazon. Eton Elite Mini Compact AM/FM/Shortwave Radio $24.99 Here are some NY Times Wirecutter recommendations: The Best Emergency Weather Radio

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