Federal Communications Commission
Washington, DC 20554
Approved by OMB
3060-0754
FCC 398
Children's Television Programming Report

Report reflects information for the filing period ending: 2007-06-30 00:00:00.0 Filed on: 2007-07-05 17:13:31.423

Call Sign Channel Numbers Community of License
KMSB-TV 11 (analog)
25 (digital)
City State County ZIP Code
Tucson AZ Pima 85705
Licensee Name
KMSB-TV, Inc.
Network Affiliation Nielsen DMA Licensee World Wide Web Home Page Address (if applicable)
Fox Tuscon (Nogales) www.fox11az.com
Facility ID Previous Call Sign (if applicable) License Renewal Expiration Date
44052 2006-10-01 00:00:00.0
Analog Core Programming
2. State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671(c). 4.50 hours
3. (a) 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. §73.673? Y
(b) Identify publishers who were sent information in 3(a).
TV Guide, Tribune Media, Nogales International, Arizona Daily Star, TV Data, Tucson Citizen
4. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program.
Title of Analog Core Program #1 Origin
THE LITTLES SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
SAT, 7:30 AM, 8 AM (040707-063007) 26 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
3 years 6 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
This series focuses on one particular family of Littles - Grandpa, Mom and Dad, Dinky, and the two youngest: Tom and Lucy. In their quest to become productive adults, the Littles and their friend Henry face the same kinds of problems that young children face every day - issues of friendship, jealousy, honesty, prejudice, consideration for others, kindness, responsibility, risk-taking ... and more. Each episode of the Littles focuses on one such issue, presenting it in explicit, concrete terms. And young, attractive characters with whom children can identify carry out these actions, they serve as excellent role models for young viewers. The explicitness with which each lesson is articulated and role models with whom children can identify are designed to ensure that children note and understand the embedded pro-social content as they derive delight from the action. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Analog Core Program #2 Origin
LIBERTY'S KIDS SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
SAT 8:30, 9, 9:30 AM. (040707-063007) 39 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
39 minutes From To
7 years 12 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The program is designed to introduce the target audience to the extraordinary period of 1773-1789 in American History, as the 13 colonies, led by a group of courageous and brilliant individuals fought for freedom from Britain and estanlished a new nation. Three primary educational goals are addressed: to introduce young people to historical figures, to guide young people through the events that led to the creation of a new nation, and to help young people understand the key philosophical, social and political aspects of the American Revolution. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Analog Core Program #3 Origin
EXPLORATION WITH RICHARD WEISE SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
SAT, 10 AM, (040707-063007) 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The program promotes an interest in exploring. Each episode will focus on uncovering the hidden secrets of the world, space and beyond as the camera follows world famous explorer Richard Weise on land, sea, air and into space. Young viewers will learn about such subjects as animals, historic civilizations, the environment and the universe and they will gain an appreciation for discovery through the narrative and commentary of the host. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Analog Core Program #4 Origin
MARTY STOUFFER'S WILD AMERICA SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
SAT, 10:30 AM, (040707-063007) 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The objective of the program is to familiarize children with the animals of North America, their interaction with other animals and their environment. Throughout the series the emphasis will be on protecting endangered species and on the impact humans have while interacting in their environment. Young viewers will achieve a greater understanding of nature and specific animal species through the up-close and detailed photogaphy of the series. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Analog Core Program #5 Origin
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
SAT., 7 AM (040707-063007) 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
3 years 6 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The program uses the highly popular characters who populate Strawberry Land to model pro-social behaviors and beliefs to young children. Strawberry is curious, active and self-confident and always willing to make her world a better place. She learns from her mistakes and always picks herself up, no matter how hard she falls. As Strawberry helps her friends broaden their views, young viewers learn a wide array of positive values and actions. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Analog Core Program #6 Origin
THIS WEEK IN BASEBALL NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Sat., 12 Noon (040707-063007) 12 1
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The program showcases the pro-social on and off the field activities of major league baseball's leading players and coaches. Working with the National Association for Sports and Physical Education, the program (1) educates teens about dedication, hard work, teamwork, goal setting and community service, (2) provides examples of responsible social and personal behavior, (3) demonstrates how to deal constructively with the differences among people, and (4) teaches the benefits of physical activity and fitness.
Total Times Aired Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
13 1 1
Preemption #1
Date Preempted/Episode # If rescheduled, date and time reschedule Is the rescheduled date the second home?
5/26/07 5/26/07, 12:30 PM N
If rescheduled, were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? N
Reason for Preemption SPORTS

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming
5. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that is specifically designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under, but does not meet one or more elements of the definition of Core Programming. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Complete chart below for each additional such educational and informational program.
[There are no analog non-core program reports.]
Sponsored Core Programming
6. List Core Programs, if any, aired by other analog stations that are sponsored by the Licensee and that meet the criteria set forth in 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Also indicate whether the amount of total Core Programming broadcast by another station increased.
[There are no analog sponsored core program broadcast reports.]
[There are no analog sponsored core program detail reports.]
Digital Core Programming
7. (a) State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream. 4.50 hours
  (b) Did the Licensee broadcast on its main digital program stream the same Children's Core Programming provided on its analog channel? Y
  (c) If Yes to 7(b), the Licensee certifies that the representations and children's program information provided with respect to its analog channel apply equally with respect to its main digital program stream. Y
    If No to 7(c), submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation. (None Required)
8. (a) 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. 0.00 hours
  (b) 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. §73.671. 0.00 hours
9. (a) 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. §73.673? Y
  (b) Identify publishers who were sent information in 9(a).
10. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program.
    [There are no digital core program reports.]
11. (a) 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 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? N
  (b) If No, submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation setting forth the number of repeats in excess of the repeat limit and the times and dates the episodes involved were aired. View Statement of Explanation
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming
12. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that is specifically designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under, but does not meet one or more elements of the definition of Core Programming. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Complete chart below for each additional such educational and information program.
[There are no digital non-core program reports.]
Sponsored Core Programming
13. List Core Programs, if any, aired by other stations that are sponsored by the Licensee and that meet the criteria set forth in 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Also indicate whether the amount of total Core Programming broadcast by another station increased.
[There are no digital sponsored core program broadcast reports.]
[There are no digital sponsored core program detail reports.]
Other Matters
14. Complete the following for each analog and digital program that you plan to air for the next quarter that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program, identifying whether it is to be broadcast on the station's analog or digital channel or both channels.
Title of Planned Core Program #1 Origin
THE LITTLES SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
SAT, 7:30 AM, 8 AM, (070707-092907) 26
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
3 years 6 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
This series focuses on one particular family of Littles - Grandpa, Mom and Dad, Dinky, and the two youngest: Tom and Lucy. In their quest to become productive adults, the Littles and their friend Henry face the same kinds of problems that young children face every day - issues of friendship, jealousy, honesty, prejudice, consideration for others, kindness, responsibility, risk-taking ... and more. Each episode of the Littles focuses on one such issue, presenting it in explicit, concrete terms. And young, attractive characters with whom children can identify carry out these actions, they serve as excellent role models for young viewers. The explicitness with which each lesson is articulated and role models with whom children can identify are designed to ensure that children note and understand the embedded pro-social content as they derive delight from the action. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Planned Core Program #2 Origin
LIBERTY'S KIDS SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
SAT., 8:30 AM, 9 AM, 9:30 AM (070707-092907) 39
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
7 years 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The program is designed to introduce the target audience to the extraordinary period of 1773-1789 in American History, as the 13 colonies, led by a group of courageous and brilliant individuals fought for freedom from Britain and estanlished a new nation. Three primary educational goals are addressed: to introduce young people to historical figures, to guide young people through the events that led to the creation of a new nation, and to help young people understand the key philosophical, social and political aspects of the American Revolution. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Planned Core Program #3 Origin
EXPLORATION WITH RICHARD WEISE SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
SAT, 10 AM, (070707-092907) 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The program promotes an interest in exploring. Each episode will focus on uncovering the hidden secrets of the world, space and beyond as the camera follows world famous explorer Richard Weise on land, sea, air and into space. Young viewers will learn about such subjects as animals, historic civilizations, the environment and the universe and they will gain an appreciation for discovery through the narrative and commentary of the host. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Planned Core Program #4 Origin
MARTY STOUFFER'S WILD AMERICA SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
SAT, 10:30 AM, (070707-092907) 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The objective of the program is to familiarize children with the animals of North America, their interaction with other animals and their environment. Throughout the series the emphasis will be on protecting endangered species and on the impact humans have while interacting in their environment. Young viewers will achieve a greater understanding of nature and specific animal species through the up-close and detailed photogaphy of the series. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.
Title of Planned Core Program #5 Origin
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
SAT, 7 AM (070707-092907) 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
3 years 6 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The program uses the highly popular characters who populate Strawberry Land to model pro-social behaviors and beliefs to young children. Strawberry is curious, active and self-confident and always willing to make her world a better place. She learns from her mistakes and always picks herself up, no matter how hard she falls. As Strawberry helps her friends broaden their views, young viewers learn a wide array of positive values and actions. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE BROADCAST ON THE STATION'S ANALOG AND PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELS.

15. 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. §73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? Y
16. Identify the licensee's children's programming liaison.
Name Telephone Number
Bob Lee (520)770-1123
Address E-mail Address
1855 N. Sixth Avenue blee@kmsb.com
City State ZIP Code
Tucson AZ 85705

17. 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 non-core 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. §73.671, NOTES 2 and 3.
a. KMSB regularly aired PSAs specifically designed for children 16-years-old and under during the report period. Subjects this quarter included: Free enterprise(Junior Achievement), Anti-methamphetamine (Meth Free Alliance), Value of college education (American Indian College Fund), Safe Internet use (Cybertipline),Responsible driving (Survive The Drive, Teen Reckless Driving); Anti alcohol use (Alanon-Alateen, Drug Free AZ, Underage Drinking Prevention); Use of car seat belts (AZ Gov. Off. Of Highway Safety), Practice good oral hygiene (Oral Health America), Pet Care in hot weather (PETA).

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503).

I certify that the statements in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith.

Name of Licensee Signature
KMSB-TV, Inc.
Date
07/05/2007
FCC Form 398
March 2006