| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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KING BROADCASTING COMPANY Doing Business As: KING BROADCASTING COMPANY |
Law Department, TEGNA Inc. 7950 Jones Branch Drive McLean, VA 22107 United States |
+1 (703) 873-6600 |
LAWDEPT@TEGNA.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jennifer Johnson , Esq . Legal Counsel Covington & Burling, LLP |
One CityCenter, 850 Tenth St., NW Washington, DC 20001 United States |
+1 (202) 662-5552 |
FCCParalegals@cov.com |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | NBC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Seattle-Tacoma | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.king5.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
| 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: | 3.0 |
| 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 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Food For Thought (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 7:00 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | Hosted by Clair Thomas, Food For Thought will approach food from a fresh and enlightening perspective. From exploring a wide variety of indigenous foods that are celebrated by cultures across the world, to providing easy ways to grow healthy produce within one's own community, Clair will not only showcase her passion for food as a lifestyle, but will fulfill her dream of sharing her enthusiasm and knowledge with young people. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Teen Kids News (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT, 4:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 4 |
| 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 mission of 'Teen Kids News' is to produce a weekly news program that provides information and news to kids in a manner that is educational as well as highly entertaining. It is designed to appeal to the audience on its own level. The focus of the program is young people, always letting them tell their stories in their own words. The large, diverse news anchor team is unique in television and has great appeal for kids who identify and emulate them. The program serves the audience in a way that makes a real difference in their lives. It inserts the clear voice of the kid into the adult dominated media and provides a unique perspective to the news that is not currently available on network television. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Teen Kids News (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/07/2017 08:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-04-29 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Teen Kids News (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/13/2017 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Teen Kids News (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2017 08:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Teen Kids News (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/20/2017 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-20 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 8:00 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | Wild About Animals is a half-hour magazine series whose objective is to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode consists of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see everyday. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Food For Thought (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 7:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | Hosted by Clair Thomas, Food For Thought will approach food from a fresh and enlightening perspective. From exploring a wide variety of indigenous foods that are celebrated by cultures across the world, to providing easy ways to grow healthy produce within one's own community, Clair will not only showcase her passion for food as a lifestyle, but will fulfill her dream of sharing her enthusiasm and knowledge with young people. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Voyager with Josh Garcia (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 9:00 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 5 |
| 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 Voyager with Josh Garcia' takes viewers on an exciting and immersive journey around the globe with world traveler and host, Josh Garcia. Each episode provides access to the world's most incredible destinations as Josh seeks out the truly authentic experiences one can only find when guided by a knowledgeable and passionate guide. Each week, Josh Garcia brings viewers on an enthralling voyage exploring the people and cultures that make our world so breathtaking. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Voyager with Josh Garcia |
| List date and time rescheduled | 04/01/2017 07:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-04-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Voyager with Josh Garcia |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/27/2017 07:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-28 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Voyager with Josh Garcia |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/04/2017 08:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-06-04 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Voyager with Josh Garcia |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/10/2017 07:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-06-11 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Voyager with Josh Garcia |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/28/2017 08:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-21 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Biz Kids (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT, 4:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 3 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 3 |
| 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. | 'Biz Kids' is a weekly series focusing on financial literacy and entrepreneurship for teens. Using a mix of strong financial education tools, dynamic sketch comedy, and inspiring true stories of young entrepreneurs, Biz Kids provides important information for future success. Each episode features math, language arts, and social studies as well as teaching teens about money and business. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Biz Kids (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/20/2017 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-20 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Biz Kids (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2017 08:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Biz Kids (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/07/2017 08:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Naturally, Danny Seo (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 4:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | 'Naturally, Danny Seo' is an educational series for young people and their families seeking a healthier lifestyle by learning the science behind eating well and exercising your mind and body while caring for our planet. Host Danny Seo is America's leading authority on eco-friendly living. Danny has devoted his career to the idea that caring for the environment can go hand-in-hand with enjoying time with family and friends and sharing delicious and healthy meals while creating a healthy environmentally friendly home. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Naturally, Danny Seo (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2017 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 9:00 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | Wild About Animals is a half-hour magazine series whose objective is to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode consists of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see every day. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 8:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | Wild About Animals is a half-hour magazine series whose objective is to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode consists of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see every day. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Journey with Dylan Dreyer (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 4:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Led by NBC News meteorologist and Today contributor Dylan Dreyer, Journey with Dylan Dreyer is a wondrous celebration of nature. Breathtaking cinematography will bring viewers up-close and personal with the black bears of Montana to polar bears in the Arctic. The audience will have a unique platform to see animals in their natural habitat, including exploring the extraordinary migration of 1.5 million animals traveling over 500 miles across the Serengeti in Tanzania and Kenya. Journey with Dylan Dreyer will tell us why. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Journey with Dylan Dreyer (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2017 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wilderness Vet (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 9:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 5 |
| 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. | 'Wilderness Vet' hosted by renown veterinarian Dr. Michelle Oakley, features compelling stories from one of the most rugged areas on the planet - the Yukon. Dr. Oakley travels to homes, farms, and wildlife preserves across the Yukon to help animals in need. 'Wilderness Vet' will bring viewers closer than ever before to wild animals in their native habitats by showcasing the hard work and dedication involved in their rescue and rehabilitation. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wilderness Vet (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/28/2017 08:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-21 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wilderness Vet (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 04/01/2017 07:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-04-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wilderness Vet (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/04/2017 08:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-06-04 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wilderness Vet (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/27/2017 07:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-05-28 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wilderness Vet (KING 5.1) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/10/2017 07:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-06-11 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 9:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | Wild About Animals is a half-hour magazine series whose objective is to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode consists of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see every day. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | KING 5 Special: Bigger Than Baseball: The Mariners and the Dominican Republic (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Local |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday, 4.15.17 at 10:00P |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Length of Program | 60 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. | KING 5 reporter Chris Daniels travels to the Dominican Republic where the Seattle Mariners are using baseball to make a difference and help a community in need. Find out how the Mariner's Nelson Cruz and Robinson Cano are reaching out to help kids fulfill their dreams in the Dominican Republic. This program aired on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | No |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? |
| Questions | Response |
|---|
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (2 of 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Urban Gardening With Ciscoe (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Local |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday, 5.13.17 at 10:30A |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| 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. | Amid booming population and construction in Seattle, gardening guru Ciscoe Morris explores the emerald city's focus on green space. This program originally aired on KING 5.1 on October 15, 2016. |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | No |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? |
| Questions | Response |
|---|
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (3 of 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Growing Wellness: An Odessa Brown Children's Clinic and Seattle Children's Special (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Local |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Sunday, 4.23.17 at 7:00P |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Length of Program | 60 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. | KING 5 presents a special live telethon hosted by Jean Enersen and Evening's Jim Dever to benefit the Odessa Brown Children's Clinic at Seattle Children's Hospital and support local kids to make sure their future is a healthy one. Meet the doctors and staff at Odessa Brown Children's Clinic providing an umbrella of care for under-served children and find out how you can support this critical community resource. This program aired on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | No |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? |
| Questions | Response |
|---|
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| 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 | Michael Loranger |
| Address | 1501 First Avenue South, Suite 300 |
| City | Seattle |
| State | WA |
| Zip | 98134 |
| Telephone Number | (206) 448-3639 |
| Email Address | mloranger@king5.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. | CORE KID PROGRAM PREEMPTIONS AND MAKEGOODS ON KING 5.1 (2ND QUARTER 2017): Sunday, 4/02/17, Voyager with Josh Garcia, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:00A) due to NBC's NHL game between Boston and Chicago beginning at 9:00A. This Voyager episode from 4/2 was made good on KING 5.1 on Saturday, 4/01 at 7:00P. Sunday, 4/02/17, Wilderness Vet, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:30A) due to NBC's NHL game between Boston and Chicago beginning at 9:00A. This Wilderness Vet episode from 4/2 was made good on KING 5.1 on Saturday, 4/01 at 7:30P. Saturday, 4/29/17, Teen Kids News was joined-in-progress at 4:11P due to NBC's overtime coverage of the New York Rangers at Ottowa Senators NHL game that concluded at 4:09P. This preempted Teen Kids News episode from 4/29 was made good on KING 5.1 on Sunday, 5/7 at 8:00A. Saturday, 5/06/17, Teen Kids News, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Saturday at 4:00P), due to NBC's Kentucky Derby coverage from 11:30A to 4:15P. This preempted Teen Kids News episode from 5/6 was made good on KING 5.1 on Saturday 5/13 at 10:00A. Saturday, 5/06/17, Biz Kids, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Saturday at 4:30P), due to NBC's NHL game from 4:15-7:00P. This preempted Biz Kids episode from 5/06 was made good on KING 5.1 on Sunday, 5/07 at 8:30A. Saturday, 5/13/17, Teen Kids News was preempted from airing at its primary time (Saturday at 4:00P), due to NBC's NHL Eastern Conference Final game # 1 on 5/13 beginning at 4:00P. This preempted Teen Kids News episode from 5/13 was made good on KING 5.1 on Sunday, 5/14 at 8:00A. Saturday, 5/13/17, Biz Kids, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Saturday at 4:30P), due to NBC's NHL Eastern Conference Final game # 1 on 5/13 beginning at 4:00P. This preempted Biz Kids episode from 5/13 was made good on KING 5.1 on Sunday, 5/14 at 8:30A. Sunday, 5/14/17, Journey with Dylan Dreyer, was moved from its primary home (Sunday at 4:00P) to Sunday at 10:00A this day to avoid the potential of being joined-in-progress or preempted if NBC's final round coverage of the Players Championship golf tournament extended beyond the 4:00P scheduled end time. Sunday, 5/14/17, Naturally, Danny Seo, was moved from its primary home (Sunday at 4:30P) to Sunday at 10:30A this day to avoid the potential of being joined-in-progress or preempted if NBC's final round coverage of the Players Championship golf tournament extended beyond the 4:00P scheduled end time. Saturday, 5/20/17, Teen Kids News was preempted from airing at its primary time (Saturday at 4:00P), due to NBC's coverage of the Preakness Stakes on 5/20. This preempted Teen Kids News episode was made good on KING 5.1 the same day (5.20) at 10:00A. Saturday, 5/20/17, Biz Kids, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Saturday at 4:30P) due to NBC's coverage of NHL playoff game # 5 (Ottowa at Pittsburgh) beginning at 4:15P. This preempted Biz Kids episode on 5/20 was made good on KING 5.1 on the same day at 10:30A. Sunday, 5/21/17, Voyager with Josh Garcia, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:00A) due to NBC's Soccer Live coverage beginning at 9:00A. This preempted Voyager episode from 5.21 was made good on KING 5.1 on Sunday, 5/28 at 8:00A. Sunday, 5/21/17, Wilderness Vet, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:30A) due to NBC's Soccer Live coverage beginning at 9:00A. This preempted Wilderness Vet episode from 5.21 was made good on KING 5.1 on Sunday, 5/28 at 8:30A. Sunday, 5/28/17, Voyager with Josh Garcia, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:00A) due to NBC's coverage of French Open Tennis beginning at 9:00A. This preempted Voyager episode from 5/28 was made good on KING 5.1 on Saturday, 5/27 at 7:00P. Sunday, 5/28/17, Wilderness Vet, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:30A) due to NBC's coverage of French Open Tennis beginning at 9:00A. This preempted Wilderness Vet episode from 5/28 was made good on KING 5.1 on Saturday, 5/27 at 7:30P. Saturday, 6/03/17. An NBC News Special Report on the London terror attack aired from 4:30 to 4:35P, preempting the opening five minutes of Biz Kids on KING 5.1. This Biz Kids episode was joined-in-progress at 4:35P and aired without further interruption until its normal end time at 5:00P. No make good for this substantially preempted Biz Kids episode from 6/3 was scheduled on KING 5.1. Sunday, 6/04/17, Voyager with Josh Garcia, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:00A) due to NBC's coverage of French Open Tennis beginning at 9:00A. This preempted Voyager episode from 6.04 was made good on KING 5.1 the same day (Sunday, 6/04) at 8:00A. Sunday, 6/04/17, Wilderness Vet, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:30A) due to NBC's coverage of French Open Tennis beginning at 9:00A. This preempted Wilderness Vet episode from 6.04 was made good on KING 5.1 the same day (Sunday, 6/04) at 8:30A. Sunday, 6/11/17, Voyager with Josh Garcia, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:00A) due to NBC's coverage of French Open Tennis from 6:00A-11:00A. This preempted Voyager episode from 6.11 was made good on KING 5.1 on Saturday, 6.10 at 7:00P. Sunday, 6/11/17, Wilderness Vet, was preempted from airing at its primary time (Sunday at 9:30A) due to NBC's coverage of French Open Tennis from 6:00A-11:00A. This preempted Wilderness Vet episode from 6.11 was made good on KING 5.1 on Saturday, 6.10 at 7:30P. BROADCAST ENHANCEMENT EFFORTS ON KING-DT 5.1 FIRST ALERT SCHOOL NET: More than 100 Washington schools (elementary, junior high and high school) are an important part of KING 5's weather reporting. The weather network consists of computerized weather stations located at schools that calculate wind speed, precipitation, temperature, and other basic weather information. These weather stations are on-line with KING 5's weather system and the National Weather Service, and provide the most accurate and current weather information available in Washington State. First Alert School Net reports are included in each KING 5 newscast. The School Net is of great educational benefit as a hands on learning opportunity. In the classroom, students use the weathernet stations to learn about weather metrics and incorporate meteorology into their science curriculum. They can bring weather forecasting to their own neighborhoods. CORE KID PROGRAM CHANGES COMING ON KING 5.2 (JUSTICE NETWORK) FOR 3RD QUARTER 2017: Beginning third quarter 2017 (July 2, 2017), KING 5.2 (Justice Network) will feature two new core kids shows meeting the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age. "Wild Wonders at the San Diego Zoo" will air Sunday's at 7:00A Pacific and "Walking Wild at the San Diego Zoo" will air Sunday's at 7:30A Pacific. These two kid shows replace the previous core kid show double airing Sunday's at 7:00A and 7:30A Pacific, titled "Food for Thought". "Wild Wonders at the San Diego Zoo" is a weekly half-hour series allowing teens to become familiar with various wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. "Walking Wild at the San Diego Zoo" is a weekly half-hour series focusing on the dedicated people who look after these various wild animals at the San Diego Zoo. Both the Wild Wonders and the Walking Wild series are intended to educate and inform children 13 to 16 years of age all about life in the animal kingdom featuring the amazing wild animals at the San Diego Zoo. |
| Other Matters (1 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Biz Kids (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT, 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | 'Biz Kids' is a weekly series focusing on financial literacy and entrepreneurship for teens. Using a mix of strong financial education tools, dynamic sketch comedy, and inspiring true stories of young entrepreneurs, Biz Kids provides important information for future success. Each episode features math, language arts, and social studies as well as teaching teens about money and business. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Naturally, Danny Seo (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 4:30pm |
| 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. | "Naturally, Danny Seo" is an educational series for young people and their families seeking a healthier lifestyle by learning the science behind eating well and exercising your mind and body while caring for our planet. Host Danny Seo is America's leading authority on eco-friendly living. Danny has devoted his career to the idea that caring for the environment can go hand-in-hand with enjoying time with family and friends and sharing delicious and healthy meals while creating a healthy and environmentally friendly home. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild Wonders At The San Diego Zoo (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 7:00am |
| 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. | 'Wild Wonders' is a weekly half-hour reality series allowing teen viewers to become familiar with various wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series focuses on various critters and examines their differences. The program also provides important information about each animal's living habits and includes interviews with people who care for them. In one episode, viewers learn about the unique relationship between a cheetah and a dog. Another episode spotlights the various eating habits of different animals. 'Wild Wonders' is a series intended to educate and inform viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. This program will air on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 8:30am |
| 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. | "Wild About Animals" is a half-hour magazine series whose objective is to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode consists of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see everyday. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wilderness Vet (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT, 3:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | "Wilderness Vet" hosted by renown veterinarian Dr. Michelle Oakley features compelling stories from one of the most rugged areas on the planet - the Yukon. Dr. Oakley travels to homes, farms, and wildlife preserves across the Yukon to help animals in need. "Wilderness Vet" will bring viewers closer than ever before to wild animals in their native habitats by showcasing the hard work and dedication involved in their rescue and rehabilitation. This program will air on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Voyager with Josh Garcia (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT, 3:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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 Voyager with Josh Garcia" takes viewers on an exciting and immersive journey around the globe with world traveler and host, Josh Garcia. Each episode provides audiences access to the world's most incredible destinations as Josh seeks out the truly authentic experiences one can only find when guided by a knowledgeable and passionate guide. Each week, Josh Garcia brings viewers on an enthralling voyage exploring the people and cultures that make our world so breathtaking. This program will air on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 9:00am |
| 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. | "Wild About Animals" is a half-hour magazine series whose objective is to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode consists of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see everyday. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Journey with Dylan Dreyer (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 4:00pm |
| 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. | Led by NBC News meteorologist and Today contributor Dylan Dreyer, Journey with Dylan Dreyer is a wonderous celebration of nature. Breathtaking cinematography will bring viewers up-close and personal with the black bears of Montana to the polar bears of the Arctic. The audience will have a unique platform to see animals in their natural habitat, including exploring the extraordinary migration of 1.5 million animals traveling over 500 miles across the Serengeti in Tanzania and Kenya. "Journey with Dylan Dreyer" will tell us why. This program will air on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 8:00am |
| 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. | "Wild About Animals" is a half-hour magazine series whose objective is to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode consists of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see everyday. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Walking Wild at the San Diego Zoo (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 7:30am |
| 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. | 'Walking Wild' is a weekly half-hour reality series showcasing various wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series focuses on the dedicated people who look after these spectacular critters. The program also gives teen viewers a unique up-close examination of each wild animal . In one episode, viewers explore the life patterns of elephants and the key to their longevity. Another episode focuses on Galapagos turtles and how they manage to survive. 'Walking Wild' is a series intended to educate and inform viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (KING 5.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN, 9:30am |
| 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. | "Wild About Animals" is a half-hour magazine series whose objective is to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode consists of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see everyday. This program airs on the KING 5.2 secondary digital program stream. |
| Other Matters (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Teen Kids News (KING 5.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT, 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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 mission of 'Teen Kids News' is to produce a weekly news program that provides information and news to kids in a manner that is educational as well as highly entertaining. It is designed to appeal to the audience on its own level. The focus of the program is young people, always letting them tell their stories in their own words. The large, diverse news anchor team is unique in television and has great appeal for kids who identify and emulate them. The program serves the audience in a way that makes a real difference in their lives. It inserts the clear voice of the kid into the adult-dominated media and provides a unique perspective to the news that is not currently available on network television. This program airs on the KING 5.1 main digital program stream. |
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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. | Yes |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Akin S. Harrison , Esq. . Secretary 07/03/2017 |
