| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type |
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| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | CW | |
| Nielsen DMA | Champaign-Spgfld-Decatur | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.centralillinoiscw.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: | 7.0 |
| 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 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12pm (7/7/12 - 9/29/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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. | "ANIMAL RESCUE" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including safety tips and informational about various animals and their habitats. The programs also show real life in-the-field experiences of professional and ordinary people taking care of, treating and helping various animals, as well as exhibiting good social responsibility and promoting strong personal and community values. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/23/12 12:30 P.M |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-22 |
| Episode # | 9/22/12 #A-805 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/16/12 12:30 P.M |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-15 |
| Episode # | 9/15/12 #A-804 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/9/12 12:30 P.M |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-08 |
| Episode # | 9/8/12 #A-803 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/2/12 12:30 P.M |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-01 |
| Episode # | 9/1/12 #A-764 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/30/12 12:30 P.M |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-29 |
| Episode # | 9/29/12 #A-806 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rescue Heroes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7am (9/22/12 - 9/29/12) and 730am (8/25/12 - 9/30/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rescue Heroes, Scheduled at 7:00 A.M. and 7:30 A.M. is two thirty-minute programs designed to serve the education and information needs of children ages 6-11. Each week the Rescue Heroes are called into action to mobilize around the globe to protect the world from natural and man-made disasters. Each half hour is comprised of two 11 minute episodes. Social and emotional character stories are embedded in the stories using action and humor to convey messages to keep an open mind, ask for help, face your fears, persistence pays off, be prepared, and emphasizes procedure, training and teamwork. At the end of each episode the Rescue Heroes reinforce various safety tips and information relating to the educational message portrayed in the story. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dragonfly TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12p (7/1/12 - 8/26/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The programs highlight children "doing" projects with real hands-on experience and demonstrates practical applications of mathematics and science. It introduces young viewers to a variety of scientific disciplines and challenges them in critical thinking and problem solving skills, while providing valuable information to reach answers. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, allowing children to investigate science on their own. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12p (9/9/12 - 9/30/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | THINK BIG serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of having a working knowledge of math, science and physics. The series shows children actively solving problems using scientific principles, combining skill and creativity. The series also demonstrates real-world applications for math, science and engineering, proving that that the physical sciences can be useful, challenging and fun. Each episode presents an invent-off challenge, where teenage teams must invent a machine designed to perform a specific task in limited amount of time, promoting creative thinking and practical skills. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Cubix, Robots For Everyone |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7am (7/7/12 - 9/15/12) and 730am (7/7/12 - 8/18/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 18 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The educational objectives of Cubix include the reinforcement of ageappropriate interpersonal skills, the development of self-confidence, courage and personal responsibility. Cubix exposes children to these lessons within an entertaining, non-threatening imaginary environment. The Botties and their robots tackle personal and community adversities in creative story lines. Within this framework, children can see age-appropriate problem-solving strategies and learn to model the appropriate behavior. Through the Botties' experiences, viewers learn to overcome self-esteem and social competency issues, demonstrating to children that self-confidence, courage and resilience are necessary tools for problem solving and establishing good interpersonal relationships. Moreover, the characters inspire and promote altruistic behaviors, such as |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Laurie McKenzie Traveler |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1030a (7/1/12 - 9/30/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Through the use of on-site stand-ups, voice over monologues, environmental b-roll and pop-up 'Travel Tips,' Laura McKenzie's Traveler provides an educational journey to significant destinations around the world. Listed below are several educational components built into the fabric of the program that would qualify it as an effective and engaging teaching aid for use in the home, the classroom, and/or any other educational media venue. GEOGRAPHY: Episodes include graphic maps and/or detailed audio descriptions of where in the world the subject country/city is located. Major land formations and the general terrain are also described and shown in high definition detail. HISTORY: Major historical sites and attractions are always a highlight of the show. Laura is onsite to deliver facts, stories, and little known trivia about all major points of historical interest. SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT: Episodes provide an in-depth look at everyday life around the world - often including personal interviews with native residents of the subject country/city. ACTION AND ADVENTURE: Each episode contains an adventure segment, highlighting how the natural environment provides areas for people to explore, enjoy, and experience any destination. ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT: Learn about the creative and fine arts of an area through trips to museums, entertainment venues, markets, specialty shops, town centers, etc. The local history of art and entertainment is also explained and explored. TYPE OF GOVERNMENT: Episodes introduce how a country is governed and what sorts of interesting or unusual laws govern the subject destination. INTERVIEWS WITH POLITICAL LEADERS: As a world-renowned travel journalist, Laura McKenzie has the distinct privilege of interviewing major political leaders, including, but not limited to Prince Albert of Monaco and the Prince and Princess Margarita of Romania. TRANSPORTATION: Laura explores the practical use of current modes of transport in each episode. In addition, unusual, historic, and/or native forms of transportation are highlighted from the rickshaws of Beijing to the cable cars of New Orleans, Louisiana. INDIGENOUS FOOD AND DRINK: Episodes detail the foods and drinks native to the area often including cooking demos and tours of specialty food markets. ARCHITECTURE: The architectural design of major structures and homes is shown and described, including the history of the buildings: when they were constructed, by whom, and for what reason. NATIONAL LANGUAGE AND OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN: Episodes include information on the native languages to an area. Some personal interviews in the native language are featured with English translation. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | SWAP TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 10a (7/1/12 - 9/30/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The programs explore the opposite lives of the participating youngsters as they learn about different cultures and family settings. Young viewers are exposed to the special interests of the "swapping" youngsters and what adjustments they make to a different life situation. The program teaches tolerance of various races, creeds and backgrounds while exposing an appreciation to someone else's way of life. Each episode is informative, entertaining and promotes good social values and respect. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| 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 | Jeff Kaufmann |
| Address | 3003 Old Rochester Road |
| City | Springfield |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 62703 |
| Telephone Number | 217-523-8855 |
| Email Address | jkaufmann@foxillinois.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 5) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Laurie McKenzie Traveler |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1030a (10/7/12 - 12/30/12) |
| 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. | Through the use of on-site stand-ups, voice over monologues, environmental b-roll and pop-up 'Travel Tips,' Laura McKenzie's Traveler provides an educational journey to significant destinations around the world. Listed below are several educational components built into the fabric of the program that would qualify it as an effective and engaging teaching aid for use in the home, the classroom, and/or any other educational media venue. GEOGRAPHY: Episodes include graphic maps and/or detailed audio descriptions of where in the world the subject country/city is located. Major land formations and the general terrain are also described and shown in high definition detail. HISTORY: Major historical sites and attractions are always a highlight of the show. Laura is onsite to deliver facts, stories, and little known trivia about all major points of historical interest. SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT: Episodes provide an in-depth look at everyday life around the world - often including personal interviews with native residents of the subject country/city. ACTION AND ADVENTURE: Each episode contains an adventure segment, highlighting how the natural environment provides areas for people to explore, enjoy, and experience any destination. ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT: Learn about the creative and fine arts of an area through trips to museums, entertainment venues, markets, specialty shops, town centers, etc. The local history of art and entertainment is also explained and explored. TYPE OF GOVERNMENT: Episodes introduce how a country is governed and what sorts of interesting or unusual laws govern the subject destination. INTERVIEWS WITH POLITICAL LEADERS: As a world-renowned travel journalist, Laura McKenzie has the distinct privilege of interviewing major political leaders, including, but not limited to Prince Albert of Monaco and the Prince and Princess Margarita of Romania. TRANSPORTATION: Laura explores the practical use of current modes of transport in each episode. In addition, unusual, historic, and/or native forms of transportation are highlighted from the rickshaws of Beijing to the cable cars of New Orleans, Louisiana. INDIGENOUS FOOD AND DRINK: Episodes detail the foods and drinks native to the area often including cooking demos and tours of specialty food markets. ARCHITECTURE: The architectural design of major structures and homes is shown and described, including the history of the buildings: when they were constructed, by whom, and for what reason. NATIONAL LANGUAGE AND OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN: Episodes include information on the native languages to an area. Some personal interviews in the native language are featured with English translation. |
| Other Matters (2 of 5) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12p (10/7/12 - 12/30/12) |
| 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. | THINK BIG serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of having a working knowledge of math, science and physics. The series shows children actively solving problems using scientific principles, combining skill and creativity. The series also demonstrates real-world applications for math, science and engineering, proving that that the physical sciences can be useful, challenging and fun. Each episode presents an invent-off challenge, where teenage teams must invent a machine designed to perform a specific task in limited amount of time, promoting creative thinking and practical skills. |
| Other Matters (3 of 5) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12pm (10/6/12 - 12/29/12) |
| 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. | "ANIMAL RESCUE" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including safety tips and informational about various animals and their habitats. The programs also show real life in-the-field experiences of professional and ordinary people taking care of, treating and helping various animals, as well as exhibiting good social responsibility and promoting strong personal and community values. |
| Other Matters (4 of 5) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rescue Heroes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7am and 730am (10/6/12- 12/29/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 6 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rescue Heroes, Scheduled at 7:00 A.M. and 7:30 A.M. is two thirty-minute programs designed to serve the education and information needs of children ages 6-11. Each week the Rescue Heroes are called into action to mobilize around the globe to protect the world from natural and man-made disasters. Each half hour is comprised of two 11 minute episodes. Social and emotional character stories are embedded in the stories using action and humor to convey messages to keep an open mind, ask for help, face your fears, persistence pays off, be prepared, and emphasizes procedure, training and teamwork. At the end of each episode the Rescue Heroes reinforce various safety tips and information relating to the educational message portrayed in the story. |
| Other Matters (5 of 5) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | SWAP TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 10a (10/7/12 - 12/30/12) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The programs explore the opposite lives of the participating youngsters as they learn about different cultures and family settings. Young viewers are exposed to the special interests of the "swapping" youngsters and what adjustments they make to a different life situation. The program teaches tolerance of various races, creeds and backgrounds while exposing an appreciation to someone else's way of life. Each episode is informative, entertaining and promotes good social values and respect. |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
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