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Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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Section | Question | Response |
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Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
Affiliated network | FOX | |
Nielsen DMA | Youngstown | |
Web Home Page Address | www.wyfx.com |
Question | Response |
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State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 5.0 |
State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 168.0 |
State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 5.0 |
Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (1 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into The Wild |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8-8:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This series is based around Jack traveling the world with his friends and family, taking the viewer to his favorite destinations and introducing them to new and amazing creatures each week. Throughout his travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animal facts, while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (2 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Young Icons |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30-9a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The best of America's youth, including world class athletes, philanthropist, accomplished artist and entrepreneurs. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (3 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Teen Kids News |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9-9:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Teen Kids News meets FCC requirements for "core children's programming" by providing educational features such as, "Flag Facts" (info on our state flags); "College and You" (tips for choosing and getting into college), "Word" (vocabulary skills training), as well as informational features for teens, such as reports about healthy eating; driving tips for new drivers, and internet predators. The show has been designed to meet needs of children and young adolescents with a unique curiosity about their world. The Program stimulates the 13-16 year olds' curiosity, develops their learning and cognitive, listening and thinking skills, and serves as an enhancement of their academic and educational experience. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (4 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7-7:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Teaches children about wildlife and the surrounding environment by featuring animals in the wild each week. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (5 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Awesome Adventures |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8-8:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Awesome Adventures educates, informs and entertains children 16 and under about the world around them. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not designed to be "preachy" or overly pedantic, but rather, the goal is to make the learning fun. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (6 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | On The Spot |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9-9:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | On the spot is based on national and state curriculum standards and presents trivia everyone should know in a "man on the street format" designed to be both entertaining and educational. Aimed at audiences aged 13-plus, the new series features questions from key subjects like science, math, English, history, art, geography and more. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (7 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into The Wild |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30-8a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This series is based around Jack traveling the world with his friends and family, taking the viewer to his favorite destinations and introducing them to new and amazing creatures each week. Throughout his travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animal facts, while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (8 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Rescue |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7:30-8a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 10 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rescues all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures of the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (9 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Pets TV |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30-10a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Pets.TV delivers an educational and informational message that supports current social, intellectual and emotional aspects of children. Attributes and advices emphasized by guest instill a grounded balance of priorities, commitment, and perseverance children can apply to their lives. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (10 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | MLB Player Poll |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 3-3:30p |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | MLB Player Poll will educate young viewers on how the game of baseball is played and provide instructions regarding the techniques that successful players use. In addition, MLB Player Poll will provide examples of healthy debate, expressing an opinion using supporting evidence and analyzing statistics to confirm or refute a previous held belief. The results of the poll question that will serve as the heart of each episode will be represented graphically using traditional charts and graphs in a manner designed to help teenagers process similar information they will encounter in newspapers, magazines and textbooks. Finally, the emphasis on physical education in each episode of MLB Player Poll will inspire young viewers to get off the couch, go outside and exercise. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (11 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Elizabeth Stanton's Great Big World |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8-8:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A new series featuring Elizabeth and her celebrity friends as they travel around the world exploring different cultures, learning about history and geography and reaching out to give back to those in need. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (12 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Wild About Animals |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 8-8:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Objective is to educate and inform children by bringing them the most entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fantastic animals. Each episode consists of 4 stories designed to teach children about exotic and unique animals from the wild, as well to educate them further about animals they see every day. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (13 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Wild About Animals |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9-9:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Objective is to educate and inform children by bringing them the most entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fantastic animals. Each episode consists of 4 stories designed to teach children about exotic and unique animals from the wild, as well to educate them further about animals they see every day. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
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Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
Name of children's programming liaison | Kimberly Windsor |
Address | 3930 Sunset Blv |
City | Youngstown |
State | OH |
Zip | 44512 |
Telephone Number | 330-782-1144 x590 |
Email Address | kwindsor@wkbn.com |
Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. |
Other Matters (1 of 8) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into The Wild |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30-8a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This series is based around Jack traveling the world with his friends and family, taking the viewer to his favorite destinations and introducing them to new and amazing creatures each week. Throughout his travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animal facts, while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide. |
Other Matters (2 of 8) | Response |
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Program Title | On The Spot |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9-9:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | On the spot is based on national and state curriculum standards and presents trivia everyone should know in a "man on the street format" designed to be both entertaining and educational. Aimed at audiences aged 13-plus, the new series features questions from key subjects like science, math, English, history, art, geography and more. |
Other Matters (3 of 8) | Response |
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Program Title | Pets TV |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30-10a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Pets.TV delivers an educational and informational message that supports current social, intellectual and emotional aspects of children. Attributes and advices emphasized by guest instill a grounded balance of priorities, commitment, and perseverance children can apply to their lives. |
Other Matters (4 of 8) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Rescue |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7:30-8a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 10 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rescues all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures of the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. |
Other Matters (5 of 8) | Response |
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Program Title | Wild About Animals |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 8-8:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Objective is to educate and inform children by bringing them the most entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fantastic animals. Each episode consists of 4 stories designed to teach children about exotic and unique animals from the wild, as well to educate them further about animals they see every day. |
Other Matters (6 of 8) | Response |
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Program Title | Young Icons |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30-9a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The best of America's youth, including world class athletes, philanthropist, accomplished artist and entrepreneurs. |
Other Matters (7 of 8) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7-7:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Teaches children about wildlife and the surrounding environment by featuring animals in the wild each week. |
Other Matters (8 of 8) | Response |
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Program Title | Elizabeth Stanton's Great Big World |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8-8:30a |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A new series featuring Elizabeth and her celebrity friends as they travel around the world exploring different cultures, learning about history and geography and reaching out to give back to those in need. |
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The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay. FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application. WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503). |
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I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments. | |
I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
NVT Youngstown Licensee
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