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: 2009-09-30 00:00:00.0 Filed on: 2009-10-13 18:30:52.156

Call Sign Channel Numbers Community of License
KCPQ  (analog)
13 (digital)
City State County ZIP Code
TACOMA WA PIERCE 98402
Licensee Name
TRIBUNE TELEVISION NORTHWEST, INC., Debtor-in-Possession
Network Affiliation Nielsen DMA Licensee World Wide Web Home Page Address (if applicable)
FOX Seattle-Tacoma www.q13.com
Facility ID Previous Call Sign (if applicable) License Renewal Expiration Date
33894 2015-02-01 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).  
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?  
(b) Identify publishers who were sent information in 3(a).
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.
[There are no analog core program reports.]
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. 3.50 hours
  (b) Did the Licensee broadcast on its main digital program stream the same Children's Core Programming provided on its analog channel? N
  (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. N
    If No to 7(c), submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation. View Statement of Explanation
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. 168.00 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. 3.00 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).
TV GUIDE (MACROVISION), SEATTLE POST-INTELLIGENCER, SEATTLE TIMES, TV GUIDE/CANADA, TV WEEK/CANADA, TV VIEW, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, NIELSEN MEDIA RESEARCH (US & CANADA), CAPTIVE MULTI MEDIA GROUP (VU MAGAZINE), VIDEO VIEWING, SKAGIT VALLEY HERALD, FORTIN PICHE MULTIMEDIA COMM. INC., BELL EXPRESSVU, THE OLYMPIAN, EVERETT HERALD, BREMERTON SUN, FYI TELEVISION, CANADIAN STAR CHOICE, & TV HEBDO/TVA PUBLISHING.
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.
   
Title of Digital Core Program #1 Origin
Degrassi: The Next Generation SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday, 7a, 7:30a, 8a, 8:30a & 9a, 7/4-9/26/09; 9:30a, 7/4-9/12/09 76 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
14 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
[13.1] "Degrassi: the Next Generation" series was designed for high-school-aged children and adolescents, and addresses important age-relevant topics in a direct and honest fashion. While adolescents will certainly have some awareness of issues presented, the series provides vivid representations of dilemmas along with solid information about how they can be handled. Many of these problems emerge from within the peer culture as well as occasionally from expectations and conflicts that adults may be experiencing. Resolutions emerge through peer discussions and direct experiences. Viewing these situations in the often entertaining and engrossing format of the series may also yield opportunities for teenagers to express any concerns they may have about their own choices and the consequences portrayed in each episode. The Degrassi series exemplifies topics such as bullying, cliques, dating, sexuality concerns, conflicts between friends, relationships with teachers and parents, substance abuse, and school pressures (both intellectual and social). All of these problems reflect concerns youth may encounter in the sometimes-tumultuous world of middle school and high school. The series also addresses the difficulties and opportunities for communication between adolescents and their parents and teachers. Often youth may have difficulty recognizing or expressing and confronting their own issues. Degrassi can act as a catalyst for young people who may be experiencing some of the problems presented on the show. Guides on the Internet are provided for the episodes to parents and teachers to talk with young people. The recurring casts of characters who appear in Degrassi represent a diversity of personalities, ethnic backgrounds, body types and class distinctions, affording the viewers opportunities for identification or modeling behaviors. Each character may demonstrate flaws or misgivings as they experience opportunities for overcoming difficulties, for helping others, and for improving their own character.

Title of Digital Core Program #2 Origin
ConnectTV SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday, 2-2:30p, 7/4-8/29/09 9 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
[13.2] "ConnectTV" provides great information to teens and parents as the program explores the lives of kids, in their own voices, during their every day struggles. The episodes are designed to allow teens to make their own discoveries and to draw their own conclusions (examples: two victims of bullying are shown reacting differently, demonstrating how fairness and empathy go further than taking out anger and frustration on others; another teen's life returns to peace after having dealt with his parents' divorce and being involved with violence and gangs). Each 1/2-hr follows three different stories and includes a "Couch Kids" segment where teens gather for a lively, uncensored conversation about the issues at hand. The episodes feature unscripted, real kids who are diverse in race, culture and socio-economic backgrounds. Research shows that this realistic peer-to-peer format is truly effective in engaging the teen viewer and also preventing risky behavior. The stories are presented in a powerful way, and can influence positive behavior and attitudes in kids.

Title of Digital Core Program #3 Origin
This Week in Baseball NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday, 12:30-1p, 7/4-9/26/09 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
[13.1] "THIS WEEK IN BASEBALL" highlights 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 (NASPE), the program seeks to provide today's youth with educational messages that can have an impact on development of lifestyle behaviors. The program portrays the positive outcomes that result from dedication, hard work, self-discipline, teamwork, practice and personal responsibilities. The program also relates the achievements and experiences of baseball players to potential achievements in life.

Title of Digital Core Program #4 Origin
Aqua Kids SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday, 2-2:30p, 9/5-9/26/09 3 1
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
[13.2] Aqua Kids provides core programming in the area of biology and specifically the ecosystem related to the ocean, its tributaries and estuaries. Children can learn about the resources of the oceans and how protection of oceans is necessary to present and future generations. Not only does the show teach biological topics, but it aims to enrich children's lives by making them aware of future generations, the role they play now, and for generations into the future, with the biggest ecosystem on earth - the oceans. Each episode provides information related to a specific topic and gives an educational approach to understand the topic related to the entire ecosystem of the earth. Aqua Kids uses the technique of near peer mentors i.e., children to teach other children. Each episode employs Aqua Kids who ask questions and experience first hand the experience of the topic. For example, children might feed Manatees to experience the graceful, gentle nature of the animal and learn about their biology or dig through piles of silt dredged from the ocean depths to look for shark teeth to understand how shark continually grow teeth and lose old rows of teeth.
Total Times Aired Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
4 1 1
Preemption #1
Date Preempted/Episode # If rescheduled, date and time reschedule Is the rescheduled date the second home?
9/5/09 @ 2p - #26 9/6/09 @ 2p N
If rescheduled, were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? N
Reason for Preemption OTHER

Title of Digital Core Program #5 Origin
Eco Company SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday, 9:30-10a, 9/19-9/26/09 2 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
[13.1] Eco Company explores all aspects of being green and understanding how our actions impact the world. The E-Co team find out about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas, and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. Additionally, each week the show will provide practical tips that teens and people of all ages can use in their daily lives.

Title of Digital Core Program #6 Origin
Degrassi: the Next Generation SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
[13.2] Monday-Friday, 2-2:30p, 7/1-9/30/09 66 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
14 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
[13.2] "Degrassi: the Next Generation" series was designed for high-school-aged children and adolescents, and addresses important age-relevant topics in a direct and honest fashion. While adolescents will certainly have some awareness of issues presented, the series provides vivid representations of dilemmas along with solid information about how they can be handled. Many of these problems emerge from within the peer culture as well as occasionally from expectations and conflicts that adults may be experiencing. Resolutions emerge through peer discussions and direct experiences. Viewing these situations in the often entertaining and engrossing format of the series may also yield opportunities for teenagers to express any concerns they may have about their own choices and the consequences portrayed in each episode. The Degrassi series exemplifies topics such as bullying, cliques, dating, sexuality concerns, conflicts between friends, relationships with teachers and parents, substance abuse, and school pressures (both intellectual and social). All of these problems reflect concerns youth may encounter in the sometimes-tumultuous world of middle school and high school. The series also addresses the difficulties and opportunities for communication between adolescents and their parents and teachers. Often youth may have difficulty recognizing or expressing and confronting their own issues. Degrassi can act as a catalyst for young people who may be experiencing some of the problems presented on the show. Guides on the Internet are provided for the episodes to parents and teachers to talk with young people. The recurring casts of characters who appear in Degrassi represent a diversity of personalities, ethnic backgrounds, body types and class distinctions, affording the viewers opportunities for identification or modeling behaviors. Each character may demonstrate flaws or misgivings as they experience opportunities for overcoming difficulties, for helping others, and for improving their own character.

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? Y
  (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. (None Required)
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
Degrassi: The Next Generation SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday, 7a, 7:30a, 8a, 8:30a & 9a, 10/3-12/26/09 65
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
14 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
[13.1] "Degrassi: the Next Generation" series was designed for high-school-aged children and adolescents, and addresses important age-relevant topics in a direct and honest fashion. While adolescents will certainly have some awareness of issues presented, the series provides vivid representations of dilemmas along with solid information about how they can be handled. Many of these problems emerge from within the peer culture as well as occasionally from expectations and conflicts that adults may be experiencing. Resolutions emerge through peer discussions and direct experiences. Viewing these situations in the often entertaining and engrossing format of the series may also yield opportunities for teenagers to express any concerns they may have about their own choices and the consequences portrayed in each episode. The Degrassi series exemplifies topics such as bullying, cliques, dating, sexuality concerns, conflicts between friends, relationships with teachers and parents, substance abuse, and school pressures (both intellectual and social). All of these problems reflect concerns youth may encounter in the sometimes-tumultuous world of middle school and high school. The series also addresses the difficulties and opportunities for communication between adolescents and their parents and teachers. Often youth may have difficulty recognizing or expressing and confronting their own issues. Degrassi can act as a catalyst for young people who may be experiencing some of the problems presented on the show. Guides on the Internet are provided for the episodes to parents and teachers to talk with young people. The recurring casts of characters who appear in Degrassi represent a diversity of personalities, ethnic backgrounds, body types and class distinctions, affording the viewers opportunities for identification or modeling behaviors. Each character may demonstrate flaws or misgivings as they experience opportunities for overcoming difficulties, for helping others, and for improving their own character.
Title of Planned Core Program #2 Origin
This Week in Baseball NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday, 12:30-1p, 10/3/09 1
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
[13.1] "THIS WEEK IN BASEBALL" highlights 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 (NASPE), the program seeks to provide today's youth with educational messages that can have an impact on development of lifestyle behaviors. The program portrays the positive outcomes that result from dedication, hard work, self-discipline, teamwork, practice and personal responsibilities. The program also relates the achievements and experiences of baseball players to potential achievements in life.
Title of Planned Core Program #3 Origin
Aqua Kids SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday, 2-2:30p, 10/3-12/26/09 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
[13.2] Aqua Kids provides core programming in the area of biology and specifically the ecosystem related to the ocean, its tributaries and estuaries. Children can learn about the resources of the oceans and how protection of oceans is necessary to present and future generations. Not only does the show teach biological topics, but it aims to enrich children's lives by making them aware of future generations, the role they play now, and for generations into the future, with the biggest ecosystem on earth - the oceans. Each episode provides information related to a specific topic and gives an educational approach to understand the topic related to the entire ecosystem of the earth. Aqua Kids uses the technique of near peer mentors i.e., children to teach other children. Each episode employs Aqua Kids who ask questions and experience first hand the experience of the topic. For example, children might feed Manatees to experience the graceful, gentle nature of the animal and learn about their biology or dig through piles of silt dredged from the ocean depths to look for shark teeth to understand how shark continually grow teeth and lose old rows of teeth.
Title of Planned Core Program #4 Origin
Eco Company SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday, 9:30-10a, 10/3-12/26/09 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
[13.1] Eco Company explores all aspects of being green and understanding how our actions impact the world. The E-Co team find out about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas, and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. Additionally, each week the show will provide practical tips that teens and people of all ages can use in their daily lives.
Title of Planned Core Program #5 Origin
Degrassi: the Next Generation SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Monday-Friday, 2-2:30p, 10/1-12/31/09 66
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
14 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
[13.2] "Degrassi: the Next Generation" series was designed for high-school-aged children and adolescents, and addresses important age-relevant topics in a direct and honest fashion. While adolescents will certainly have some awareness of issues presented, the series provides vivid representations of dilemmas along with solid information about how they can be handled. Many of these problems emerge from within the peer culture as well as occasionally from expectations and conflicts that adults may be experiencing. Resolutions emerge through peer discussions and direct experiences. Viewing these situations in the often entertaining and engrossing format of the series may also yield opportunities for teenagers to express any concerns they may have about their own choices and the consequences portrayed in each episode. The Degrassi series exemplifies topics such as bullying, cliques, dating, sexuality concerns, conflicts between friends, relationships with teachers and parents, substance abuse, and school pressures (both intellectual and social). All of these problems reflect concerns youth may encounter in the sometimes-tumultuous world of middle school and high school. The series also addresses the difficulties and opportunities for communication between adolescents and their parents and teachers. Often youth may have difficulty recognizing or expressing and confronting their own issues. Degrassi can act as a catalyst for young people who may be experiencing some of the problems presented on the show. Guides on the Internet are provided for the episodes to parents and teachers to talk with young people. The recurring casts of characters who appear in Degrassi represent a diversity of personalities, ethnic backgrounds, body types and class distinctions, affording the viewers opportunities for identification or modeling behaviors. Each character may demonstrate flaws or misgivings as they experience opportunities for overcoming difficulties, for helping others, and for improving their own character.

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
SHERI LIGUORI 206-674-1403
Address E-mail Address
1813 Westlake Ave N sliguori@tribune.com
City State ZIP Code
Seattle WA 98109

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 list of child oriented public service announcements and core program synopses/episodic info pertaining to the quarter can be found in the FCC 398 3rd Quarter 2009 file within the station's public inspection file. Different episodes of "DeGrassi: The Next Generation" air on the secondary channel 13.2 than appear each week on KCPQ's primary channel 13.1. Technical Difficulties prevented 1st scheduled telecast of Aqua Kids from airing on 13.2; episode aired successfully the next day. Our analog broadcasts ceased as of 6/12/09, therefore, no analog data is entered.

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
TRIBUNE TELEVISION NORTHWEST, INC., Debtor-in-Possession
Date
10/13/2009
FCC Form 398
March 2006