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News•Feb 18, 2026
FCC Moves Ahead With NCE Translators
The FCC voted unanimously to launch the first-ever application window for non‑commercial educational (NCE) FM translators, expected to open in late 2026. The window will allow non‑commercial, low‑power FM and AM stations to apply for new translators in the reserved 88.1‑91.9 MHz band, with a cap of ten permits per applicant and tighter eligibility rules. Chairman Brendan Carr highlighted the initiative’s potential to extend programming into rural and underserved communities. The commission is currently seeking public comment on the detailed rules before publishing the final notice.
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News•Feb 18, 2026
California Noncom Loses Its License
Peace and Justice Network’s noncommercial FM station KVSJ‑FM in Tracy, California, has had its broadcast license cancelled by the FCC Media Bureau. The commission determined the station was silent for more than twelve consecutive months and/or operated from an unauthorized...
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Deals•Feb 18, 2026
Auddia to Merge with Thramann Holdings, Forming McCarthy Finney
AI audio platform Auddia announced it has approved a merger with privately held Thramann Holdings. The combined entity will be renamed McCarthy Finney, with Jeff Thramann as CEO and John Mahoney as CFO, and the transaction is expected to close...
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News•Feb 17, 2026
FCC Waivers Cover Moves of EAS Gear
The FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau issued two waivers this month allowing broadcasters to temporarily take Emergency Alert System (EAS) equipment offline while relocating it. Fort Myers Broadcasting received approval to move EAS gear for three Florida stations,...
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News•Feb 13, 2026
Licenses at Risk in Michigan, Georgia for Unpaid FCC Fees
The FCC has issued pay‑or‑show‑cause orders to two broadcasters over unpaid regulatory fees. In Michigan, Sovereign Communications faces potential revocation of six stations for roughly $37,000 in delinquent fees, though it can apply a $9,200 overpayment credit. In Georgia, Core...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
Proposed EU Digital Networks Act Would Mandate Radio in New Cars
The European Commission’s draft Digital Networks Act (DNA) would require every new passenger vehicle sold in the EU to include a radio receiver capable of digital (DAB+) and analog broadcasts. The proposal aims to preserve terrestrial radio as a public‑safety...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
PMI Names Its First Board Members
Public Media Infrastructure (PMI) announced its inaugural board of trustees, chaired by LaFontaine Oliver of New York Public Radio. The nonprofit, launched by a coalition including APMG, PRX, and NPR affiliates, secured a five‑year, $57 million grant from the Corporation for...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
Loudness Control Is Your Ally in Preventing Tune-Out
David Bialik stresses that loudness control is essential for radio streaming to keep listeners from constantly adjusting volume, especially when ads are louder than content. He cites AES standards—TD1008, AES71‑2018, AES77‑2023—recommending –24 LKFS for video streams and –16 to –17 LKFS for...
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