Section | Question | Response |
---|---|---|
Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | Yes |
Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
NEXSTAR BROADCASTING, INC. Doing Business As: NEXSTAR BROADCASTING, INC. |
545 E. JOHN CARPENTER FREEWAY SUITE 700 IRVING, TX 75062 United States |
+1 (972) 373-8800 |
rshelton@weareiowa.com |
Company |
Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
KEVIN T. FISHER CONSULTING ENGINEER SMITH AND FISHER |
KEVIN T. FISHER 15640 PIEDMONT PLACE WOODBRIDGE, VA 22193 United States |
+1 (703) 494-2101 |
KEVIN@SMITHANDFISHER.COM |
Technical Representative |
KATHLEEN VICTORY , ESQ. . FCC COUNSEL FLETCHER HEALD & HILDRETH, PLC |
1300 N. 17TH STREET SUITE 1100 ARLINGTON, VA 22209 United States |
+1 (703) 812-0400 |
VICTORY@FHHLAW.COM |
Legal Representative |
Section | Question | Response |
---|---|---|
Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
Affiliated network | CW | |
Nielsen DMA | Des Moines-Ames | |
Web Home Page Address | www.weareiowa.com |
Question | Response |
---|---|
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 | 0.0 |
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: | 0.0 |
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 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Dream Quest |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30 a.m. (10/3-12/26/15) |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 2 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
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 program is a floating classroom. The captain and crew take children on an interactive learning voyage. In each episode, children may learn about the world's oceans, marine life, ecology and careers in science. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dream Quest |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 10:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dream Quest |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 10:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Digital Core Program (2 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Save Our Shelter |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30 a.m. (10/3-12/26/15) |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 2 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
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 program focuses on the rescue of animal shelters and pets in need across America. With the help of local community members, the program helps transform rundown shelters into highly functioning pet showplaces in the hopes that a new facade will ultimately result in more adoptions and more lives saved. Children learn about the need for pet adoption throughout the United States, providing a clean and well-equipped home is essential to a pet's healthy lifestyle, and will demonstrate the proper care of pets. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Save Our Shelter |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 09:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Save Our Shelter |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 09:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Digital Core Program (3 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Dog Town |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8:00 a.m. (10/3-12/26/15) |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 15 |
Number of Preemptions | 2 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
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. | Dog Town follows the stories of orphaned, unwanted, or problem dogs who find their way to Best Friends Animal Society. They are rehabilitated by volunteers and employees for adoption or spend the rest of their lives in foster care at the Dog Town facility. Viewers learn proper treatment of animals , volunteerism and social responsibility. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Town, USA |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 07:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Town, USA |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 07:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Digital Core Program (4 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Hatched |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:00 a.m. (10/3-12/26/15) |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 2 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
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 program features how teens can successfully pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Each week, a team of business leaders teaches basic, but critical skills needed to execute a detailed business plan that includes product pricing, packaging, marketing and investment strategies. Hatched helps teens develop confidence and business savvy and brings young entrepreneurs to the table encouraging them to step up and seize their dreams. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Hatched |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 10:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Hatched |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 10:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Digital Core Program (5 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Calling Dr. Pol |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7:00 a.m., & 7:30 a.m. (10/3-12/26/15) |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
Total times aired | 8 |
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. | Dr. Jan Pol is a veterinarian who specializes in large farm animals. Having more than 19,000 clients. Dr. Pol has "seen it all." This series is designed to educate and inform viewers as Dr. Pol, his family, and veterinary staff share their experiences caring for animals of all shapes and sizes across rural Michigan. Viewers have the opportunity to learn about the biology and behaviors of various domesticated animals and livestock. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dr. Pol |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 11:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dr. Pol |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 11:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dr. Pol |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 11:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dr. Pol |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 11:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Digital Core Program (6 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Dog Whisperer |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., & 10:00 a.m. (10/3-12/26/15) |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 44 |
Total times aired | 52 |
Number of Preemptions | 8 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 8 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 8 |
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. | In this program, animal behaviorist Cesar Millan works to rehabilitate dogs with behavior problems. Viewers will become educated about canine training and creating a healthy environment for dogs. Millan goes directly into the homes of the dog owners and documents the transformations that occur. By offering suggestions to modify their own behaviors, Millan assists the dogs' human families to achieve responsible pet ownership. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Whisperer |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 07:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Whisperer |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 09:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Whisperer |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 09:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Whisperer |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 08:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Whisperer |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 08:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Whisperer |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 08:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Whisperer |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/21/2016 07:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-21 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
---|---|
Title of Program | Dog Whisperer |
List date and time rescheduled | 05/14/2016 08:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
Date Preempted | 2016-05-14 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
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 | Randy Shelton |
Address | 3903 Westown Parkwat |
City | West Des Moines |
State | IA |
Zip | 50266 |
Telephone Number | (515) 457-9645 |
Email Address | rshelton@weareiowa.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 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Dream Quest |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:00 a.m. (1/2-3/26/16) |
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 program is a floating classroom. The captain and crew take children on an interactive learning voyage. In each episode, children may learn about the world's oceans, marine life, ecology and careers in science. |
Other Matters (2 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Dog Town |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8:00 a.m. (1/2-3/26/16) |
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. | Dog Town follows the stories of orphaned, unwanted, or problem dogs who find their way to Best Friends Animal Society. They are rehabilitated by volunteers and employees for adoption or spend the rest of their lives in foster care at the Dog Town facility. Viewers learn proper treatment of animals , volunteerism and social responsibility. |
Other Matters (3 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Save Our Shelter |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30 a.m. (1/2-3/26/16) |
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 program focuses on the rescue of animal shelters and pets in need across America. With the help of local community members, the program helps transform rundown shelters into highly functioning pet showplaces in the hopes that a new facade will ultimately result in more adoptions and more lives saved. Children learn about the need for pet adoption throughout the United States, providing a clean and well-equipped home is essential to a pet's healthy lifestyle, and will demonstrate the proper care of pets. |
Other Matters (4 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Calling Dr. Pol |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7:00 a.m. & 7:30 a.m. (1/2-3/26/16) |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
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. | Dr. Jan Pol is a veterinarian who specializes in large farm animals. Having more than 19,000 clients. Dr. Pol has "seen it all." This series is designed to educate and inform viewers as Dr. Pol, his family, and veterinary staff share their experiences caring for animals of all shapes and sizes across rural Michigan. Viewers have the opportunity to learn about the biology and behaviors of various domesticated animals and livestock. |
Other Matters (5 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Dog Whisperer |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., & 10:00 a.m. (1/2-3/26/16) |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 52 |
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. | In this program, animal behaviorist Cesar Millan works to rehabilitate dogs with behavior problems. Viewers will become educated about canine training and creating a healthy environment for dogs. Millan goes directly into the homes of the dog owners and documents the transformations that occur. By offering suggestions to modify their own behaviors, Millan assists the dogs' human families to achieve responsible pet ownership. |
Other Matters (6 of 6) | Response |
---|---|
Program Title | Hatched |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30 a.m. (1/2-3/26/16) |
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 program features how teens can successfully pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Each week, a team of business leaders teaches basic, but critical skills needed to execute a detailed business plan that includes product pricing, packaging, marketing and investment strategies. Hatched helps teens develop confidence and business savvy and brings young entrepreneurs to the table encouraging them to step up and seize their dreams. |
Question | Response |
---|---|
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). |
|
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. |
Randy Shelton , Mr. . Director Broadcast Operations 11/16/2017 |
File Name | Uploaded By | Attachment Type | Description | Upload Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
AMENDED CHILDREN DOCUMENT FOR 2ND QUARTER 2016 KCWI.docx | Applicant | Amendment | Done with Virus Scan and/or Conversion |