Section | Question | Response |
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Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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KSTP-TV, LLC Doing Business As: KSTP-TV, LLC |
3415 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, WEST ST. PAUL, MN 55114 United States |
+1 (651) 642-4334 |
kbowman@kstp.com |
Company |
Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
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Katherine J Bowman KSTP-TV, LLC |
3415 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, WEST ST. PAUL, MN 55114 United States |
+1 (651) 646-5555 |
kbowman@kstp.com |
Programming Representative |
Bill LeBeau , Esq. . FCC Legal Counsel Holland & Knight LLP |
B. LeBeau 800 17th Street, N.W. Suite 1100 Washington, DC 20006 United States |
+1 (202) 457-7040 |
bill.lebeau@hklaw.com |
Legal Representative |
Section | Question | Response |
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Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
Affiliated network | ABC | |
Nielsen DMA | Minneapolis-St. Paul | |
Web Home Page Address | www.kstp.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 | 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 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Travel Thru History |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 8:00 AM CT Airs on Heroes and Icons |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | Travel Thru History entices young people to learn more about American history. The various episodes focus on American cities and vacation destinations that will have more than natural beauty and theme parks to offer. The series uses beautiful photography and brief interviews with curators and other onsite authorities. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (2 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Safari #2 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 10:30 AM CT Airs on Heroes and Icons |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | Safari provides core programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation. Emmy award winning host and wildlife expert John Ross travels to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers face to face with some of the planet's most interesting animals. Safari offers a dynamic television experience for teens with the exciting experience of exploring the fascinating world of wildlife and at the same time discovering what needs to be done to protect the animals and their habitat so that they can live on in the wild. Various age appropriate global wildlife and ecology issues are introduced to the viewing audience with in depth and thoughtful explanations. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (3 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Skooled |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 8:30 AM CT Airs on Heroes and Icons |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | SKOOLED serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of learning about the experience of being a school teacher. Teenage students and classroom teachers switch roles giving each other and up close look at these swapped positions. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (4 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Vacation Creation |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 11:30 AM CT |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
Total times aired | 8 |
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. | On each episode of Vacation Creation with Tommy Davidson and Andrea Feczko, our hosts Tommy Davidson and Andrea Feczko guide one deserving family on amazing adventures as they experience a new destination together on their family vacation. As our featured family embarks on an interactive voyage filled with immersive learning opportunities, each episode brings us to diverse locations where our family and viewers discover unique cultural events, food, activities, and traditions. From discovering the wondrous glaciers of Alaska to learning from the Moko Jumbie of the Virgin Islands, viewers will witness the importance of spending time with family and friends as our featured families experience amazing adventures together, often learning more about each other and their own family history along the way. Teens will also learn the importance of resiliency during challenging times as many featured families share their stories of overcoming adversity, finding ways to bond and heal while sharing these once in a lifetime experiences. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Vacation Creation |
List date and time rescheduled | 08/25/2019 11:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | |
Episode # | 323 |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Digital Core Program (5 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | The Great Dr. Scott |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 10:30 AM CT |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | The Great Dr. Scott is a live action, half hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children aged 13 thru 16. The Great Dr. Scott follows the charismatic and committed veterinarian Dr. Scott Miller at his family run veterinary clinic in the outskirts of London in the village of Richmond upon Thames. Viewers will get hands-on insight into the world of veterinary medicine as Dr. Scott treats a wide variety of animal patients from cats and dogs to exotic reptiles and livestock. Audiences will witness as Dr. Scott goes above and beyond to care for all creatures great and small providing a glimpse into the day to day life of a veterinary professional while educating viewers on a wide range of medical procedures and practices in the process. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (6 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Walking Wild |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 9:30 AM CT Airs on Heroes and Icons |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | 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 upclose 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 informviewers all about life in the animal kingdom. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (7 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Make TV |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 9:00 AM CT Airs on Heroes and Icons |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | Make TV is a weekly series showing how people transform ordinary junk into amazing creations. While introducing a whole new generation of makers, the program features extraordinary individuals developing extraordinary things. From Tesla coils to t shirt cannons, from cigar box guitars to giant video projectors, imagination is turned into reality! Teen viewers get to see practical math, science, technology and engineering concepts combined to create incredible new inventions. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (8 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Safari #1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 10:00 AM CT Airs on Heroes and Icons |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | Safari provides core programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation. Emmy award winning host and wildlife expert John Ross travels to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers face to face with some of the planet's most interesting animals. Safari offers a dynamic television experience for teens with the exciting experience of exploring the fascinating world of wildlife and at the same time discovering what needs to be done to protect the animals and their habitat so that they can live on in the wild. Various age appropriate global wildlife and ecology issues are introduced to the viewing audience with in depth and thoughtful explanations. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (9 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Vacation Creation |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 12:30 PM CT |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
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 each episode of Vacation Creation with Tommy Davidson and Andrea Feczko, our hosts Tommy Davidson and Andrea Feczko guide one deserving family on amazing adventures as they experience a new destination together on their family vacation. As our featured family embarks on an interactive voyage filled with immersive learning opportunities, each episode brings us to diverse locations where our family and viewers discover unique cultural events, food, activities, and traditions. From discovering the wondrous glaciers of Alaska to learning from the Moko Jumbie of the Virgin Islands, viewers will witness the importance of spending time with family and friends as our featured families experience amazing adventures together, often learning more about each other and their own family history along the way. Teens will also learn the importance of resiliency during challenging times as many featured families share their stories of overcoming adversity, finding ways to bond and heal while sharing these once in a lifetime experiences. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (10 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Ocean Treks |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 9:30 AM CT |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | Produced for viewers aged 13 to 16, Ocean Treks With Jeff Corwin is hosted by Emmy award winning television host Jeff Corwin. In this weekly half hour series, Jeff embarks on journeys to fascinating global locations most people have only dreamed of visiting. Each episode brings Jeff to a unique area of the world where he will explore the areas natural wonders to bring viewers closer to nature, wildlife and manmade treasures. From mountain climbs to deep sea dives, helicopter rides and glacier treks, Jeff brings young audiences on the inspirational trip of a lifetime. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (11 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Hearts of Heroes |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 10:00 AM CT |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | Hearts of Heroes is a live action, half hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children aged 13 thru 16. Hearts of Heroes showcases the stories of men and women braving natural disasters with one goal, to rescue the victims and help restore their lives. Hosted by meteorologist, Ginger Zee, Hearts of Heroes will guide viewers through fascinating weather events while delivering unique takeaways into the causes of many kinds of disasters, as well as how we can properly prepare for them, and collectively overcome them. Each week, viewers will witness first hand the worst of nature but the best of humanity. Hearts of Heroes will take audiences on a journey where they will experience recent natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, wild fires, and floods. Teen viewers will learn more about the causes and science behind these events, while witnessing the heroic efforts of first responders across the nation. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (12 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 9:00 AM CT |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
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. | Wildlife expert and animal ambassador, Jack Hanna, brings the viewer face-to face with the best of the beasts. In this weekly half-hour series that will engage viewers 13-16, as well as the whole family, Jack highlights his favorite animals and adventures from around the world. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different 'top ten' each week in a variety of categories. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (13 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock The Park |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 12:00 PM CT |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
Total times aired | |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
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. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet - The Grand Teton in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (14 of 14) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock The Park |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 11:00 AM CT |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
Total times aired | 8 |
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. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet - The Grand Teton in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Question | Response |
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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 | Katherine J. Bowman |
Address | 3415 University Avenue |
City | St. Paul |
State | MN |
Zip | 55114 |
Telephone Number | (651) 642-4372 |
Email Address | kbowman@kstp.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. | KSTP 45TV Community Outreach 2019 3nd Quarter July, August and September July KSTP July 1 MBA Annual Meeting July 10 MBA Board Meeting July 12 SPACC Strategic Planning July 15 SPACC Board Meeting July 17 Making Strides July 18 Como Zoo Sunset Affair July 23 Journalism 360 St Thomas Media Camp Paul Folger July 24 TCCC Luncheon with Melvin Carter July 26 Urban Ventures Career Day July 29 WPI 2 Reporters to Job Shadow News August KSTP Aug 5 MSP Summit Aug 9 Next steps Strides kick off and Channel 5 team collaboration Aug 14 MBA Board Meeting Aug 16 Pain Free Patriots Gala Becker Dave Dahl emcee Aug 20 SPACC WorkStream Advisory Committee Aug 28 World Press Institute Fellows Sept KSTP Sep 9 Hennepin County Sheriff Foundation Sep 12 Leaders in Local Government SPACC Sep 16 Ronald McDonald House Sep 23 Golf for Goals Sanneh Foundation Fundraiser |
Other Matters (1 of 1) | Response |
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Program Title | KSTP placeholder |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | tba |
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. | KSTP placeholder |
Question | Response |
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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. |
Katherine J Bowman Programming Coordinator 10/10/2019 |