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THE CENTRAL VALLEY'S NEWS LEADER

ABC-30 is the number one rated news operation in Central . Action News has more reporters, live coverage capability, and journalistic experience than any other television station in Central California. Action News covers events across six counties, and fulfills its responsibility by compiling a long and honorable record ofnews coverage that informs Central Valley viewers daily.

WEATHER: ABC-30 is a Tier-l Weather Station, providing National Weather Service severe weather warnings instantaneously. Action News provides live radar through Storm Warn 30, and six live mounted cameras (Fresno-2, Visalia, Merced, Meadow Lakes, and Sierra Summit). In addition to broadcasting severe weather watches and warnings, and the air quality index, Action News provides constant foggy day school delay schedules on Action News and www.abc30.com.

In addition, ABC-30 airs Accuweather Now on its third digital channel. The 24-hour weather channel provides constant local and national weather data and information.

TRAFFIC: Action News partners with the California Highway Patrol for live traffic reports daily during AM Live from 5am-7am, and during Good Morning America from 7am-9am. CHP officers are also available for live reports at any time during traffic events. The CalTrans live camera network provides Action News viewers with a live look at road conditions. The ABC-30 Live Traffic Tracker is an on-air computerized mapping feature that shows live traffic conditions.

BREAKING NEWS: When Breaking News happens, Action News is able to alert viewers immediately with on-air cut-ins or lower-screen crawls, and online with postings and email alerts from abc30.com. Over the past several years, Action News has informed viewers on a variety of Breaking News events and developing stories. Examples include:

Historic citrus freeze and economic impact, January 2007

Record deadly heat wave, Summer 2005

Highway 140 rockslide in Mariposa County and the effect on Yosemite National Park attendance

80-car fog pileup on Highway 99, November 2007

Security breach at Fresno Yosemite International Airport

Small plane crash in Fresno County

Wrong-way driver accident on Highway 99 in Merced

Schools closed in Mariposa County due to low snow levels

Arrest ofHmong leader Vang Pao on federal charges

- 8 - Fresno Unified schools on lockdown due to police chase and shooting

+ Shooting on Fresno State campus

+ Deadly explosion at Coalinga manufacturing plant

+ Foreclosure crisis in Central Valley

+ Air Quality Monitoring and Spare the Air Days

Gender discrimination lawsuits against California State University, Fresno

+ Opening ofUniversity of California-Merced

+ World Ag Expo in Tulare

+ Immigration and Agriculture Workforce issues

Action News has repOliers assigned to various beats, including Health, Consumer, Crime, Courts, Education, and Faith and Values.

In both the North Valley/Merced and South Valley/Visalia bureaus, one repOlier and one photographer reside in the community, providing superior knowledge ofthe local area.

- 9 - ABC-30 DIVERSITY INITIATIVES

KFSN-TV is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy that advances opportunities for all qualified individuals. It is our policy to promote the realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive, continuing program of specific recruitment, outreach, hiring, promotion, and other practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal employment opportunity.

Emma L. Bowen Foundation Internship Program - Summer of2008 The Foundation prepares minority youth for careers in the media industry. In most cases, Emma L. Bowen interns join companies following their junior year ofhigh school and then return every summer and on other school breaks, until they graduate from college. Students are able to learn all aspects of the television business, by moving through the various departments during the course of the internship. Ideally, by the end of the five-year program and upon graduation, the intern is qualified for full-time employment within the company. The Foundation requires students to maintain a 3.0 grade point average. They earn an hourly salary and matching funds for college expenses.

ABC Owned TV Station Group Television Sales Trainee Program This ABC Owned TV Station Group sales trainee program offers a unique on-the-job training opportunity for women and minorities interested in a sales career in the television industry. ABC OTVS is comprised of television stations and a National Sales team. This opportunity is offered in select markets within ABC OTVS. The position consists of training for one year in key areas of television sales and the sales processes. If the trainee is successful, they will have the oppOliunity to apply for an account executive position at one ofour ten television stations.

Equal Employment Opportunity • Fresno City College: Two annual Scholarships to students with disabilities. • Recruitment efforts with national and local minority organizations to diversify our staff. • Offer News Internship Program to college students who are seeking a career in broadcasting.

- 10- POLITICAL DEBATES / COVERAGE 2004-2007

ABC-30 Action News is committed to providing extensive political coverage to our viewers. This station has carried debates among candidates running for Fresno Mayor, Fresno City Council, and Fresno County Supervisor. We have aired Congressional debates and provided California Presidential Primary Election Coverage. Our programming included a Live Town Hall Meeting with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

2007 Political Coverage - State of the State Address - Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

2006 Political Coverage

• Democratic Gubernatorial Debate on the Environment - Phil Angelides and Steve Westly • Vote 2006 Action News Election Coverage • Fresno County Sheriff Candidates' Debate - All candidates • Gubernatorial Debate - Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Phil Angelides • Fresno County Sheriff Candidates' Debate - Margaret Mims and Cal Minor • ABC-30 Election Coverage Results - November 2006 • 2005 Political Coverage

• Town Hall Meeting with Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger ABC-30 arranged and broadcast a live Town Hall Meeting with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, followed by a Democratic response. This forum featured unscripted questions from Central California voters. • Town Hall Meeting Discusses Pressing Issues About 100 residents joined local leaders in a town hall meeting co-sponsored by ABC-30 to discuss Fresno's future for job and economic growth. • Debating the Propositions A special program about California's November 8, 2005 ballot, featuring seven of the state's highest profile politicians. • Vote 2005 - November Election Coverage

2004 Debates/Political Coverage:

• Jim Costa and Lisa Quigley - 20th Congressional District • Mike Briggs, Mike Villines, and Chris Mathys - 29th Assembly District • March 2004 Primary Election Results • Jim Costa and Roy Ashburn - Senate • Henry Perea and Sal Quintero - Fresno City Council • Nicole Parra vs. Dean Gardner - Assembly • ABC Network Coverage - Vote 2004 November Election Results • Action News Vote 2004 - Local Presidential Election Results • Action News Election Special- George W. Bush vs. John Kerry Election Coverage

- 11 - AWARDS

2008:

The Fresno Bee People's Choice Awards Favorite Television Station Angelo Stalis, Favorite Weathercaster Warren Armstrong, Favorite Newscaster

Better Business Bureau Award for Outstanding Support

2007:

Emmy Award Best Newscast, Evening (Medium Market) - Action News at Six

Radio Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) Awards News Broadcast - Action News Live at Five Special News Program - Children First "Brain Drain" half-hour special Aurora Diaz, Producer

Fresno County Farm Bureau Award Best Agriculture Story - "Private Water Bank" Dale Yurong, Action News Anchor, and Sam Gill, photographer

United Way of Fresno County National Recognition for Hispanic Outreach Materials A published "Photo Novella" for the Latino Community, featuring Action News Anchor Graciela Moreno

The Fresno Bee People's Choice Awards Dan Taylor, Favorite Sportscaster Angelo Stalis, Favorite Weathercaster Favorite Television Station

Fresno Magazine "The Best of Fresno" Awards Best Television Station

Association of Fundraising Professionals Distinguished Achievement Special Award Beth Marney, Public Affairs Director

Fresno County Office of Education - Station Excellence

California Advocate Newspaper - Drum Major for Justice Awards: 1999,2000,2001,2003, 2006,2007

- 12 - Edward R. Murrow Awards Continuing coverage for our stories on a frozen airman from World War II Best Newscast - 5 pm news from the day Marcus Wesson was convicted Overall Excellence Award for Investigations, Features, and Newscasts

Fresno County Farm Bureau Journalism Awards Excellence in Agriculture RepOliing First place in Electronic Media for "Land ofOpportunity"

Associated Press Reporter of the Year Action News Anchor Dale Yurong

Emmy Award Best Newscast: Action News Live at Five

Edward R. Murrow Award Best Newscast: Action News Live at Five

Fresno Advertising Federation Addy Awards: ABC-30 Creative Services Depmiment Public Service - Television: ABC-30/Chaffee Zoo "Zoo Angel" Television - SelfPromotion Campaign: ABC-30 "StormWarn 30" Best of Show - Television: ABC-30 "StormWarn 30" EYE-Q Vision Care Commercial

Regional Emmy Award Best Newscast

Fresno Magazine Awards Best Television Station Graciela Moreno and Warren Armstrong, Best TV News Anchor Team

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Local Programming on WABC-TV 2007/2008

January Operation 7:Save a Life: For ten years, "Operation 7: Save A Life" has significantly increased public awareness about fire safety, prevention, and ultimately helped to reduce fire-related fatalities in the Tri-State area. This year "Operation 7:Save a Life" will not only focus on the importance of fire safety and the heroes who sacrifice their lives to save others, but also on other safety precautions to take in the home and office.

February Black History Month Challenge: Each year partners with a local cultural institution for a month-long campaign. WABC-TV also presents its "Black History Month Challenge." Each week during the month of February, WABC-TV will air a Black History Month vignette focused on an influential African­ American. At the end of the vignette, a question will be posed and viewers will be encouraged to go to 70nline.com to submit their answers for the chance to win a trip for four to a family destination.

March Broadway Backstage: This one-hour special takes viewers "backstage" to give them a look at what it's like to be a newcomer on Broadway or to be in rehearsals for a show that's just about to open. Hosted by both "" and Broadway personalities, this program examines the recent trend of Hollywood stars performing on Broadway, and includes performances and interviews with several celebrities.

Earth Day Celebration: WABC-TV partners with the Central Park Conservancy for a fun-filled Earth Day celebration. This year highlights the efforts of the Conservancy via behind-the-scenes tours, live performances, volunteer projects and children's activities.

April Protect Our Children: In its 11 th year, this half-hour special focuses on the need to protect children from the threat of abduction and the danger of child abuse, using the power of WABC-TV to help find those that are missing or lost.

May Long Island Marathon: WABC-TV is the broadcast sponsor of this unique festival of races for the whole family. The day features a 5k race from Eisenhower Park through the streets of Nassau County; races for kids and

June Above and Beyond: Inspiring Students and Teachers: This special acknowledges and celebrates the accomplishments of students from the Tri-State area whose stories will leave viewers feeling good about our youth, our educational system, and our future.

Prostate Cancer Awareness: WABC-TV teams up with WABC Radio, the NY Road Runner's Club and the American Cancer Society to help raise funds for Prostate Cancer research. WABC-TV provides live news coverage of the 5-mile run in Central Park as well as vignettes featuring influential men and women urging viewers to make early detection their best protection. Local Programming on WABC-TV 2007/2008

August Central Park Film Festival: WABC-TV continues its partnership with the Central Park Conservancy in bringing fantastic summer events to New Yorkers. This year, for five nights the public will sit under the stars watching movies featuring scenes filmed in Central Park. An on-line contest rounds out the interactive event.

NYC Half-Marathon: This marathon is a runner's dream. Starting in Central park, winding through Times Square and ending along the Hudson, this is the best way to see NYC! The world's top professionals will be among 10,000 runners at the starting line.

September Hispanic Heritage Month: WABC-TV is proud to take part in promoting Hispanic Heritage Month, which kicks off with a live event at the South Street Seaport. WABC-TV will produce a series of vignettes showcasing prominent Hispanic ABC talent describing their reflections on the importance of their Hispanic Heritage.

October Breast Cancer Awareness: Each year, WABC-TV partners with the American Cancer Society to raise millions of dollars for Breast Cancer research and assistance. A half-hour special hosted by "Eyewitness News" anchors and Stacey Sager addresses the epidemic of Breast Cancer.

November Newsday Marching Band Festival: This year marks our ninth as a partner to the Newsday Marching Band Festival. WABC-TV will air highlights of the 3-day festival in a half-hour special.

December Lincoln Center Tree Lighting Ceremony: For the 10th consecutive year, WABC-TV brings New Yorkers the Annual Lincoln Center Tree Lighting Ceremony. The Eyewitness News" team kicks-off the holiday season with this highly anticipated evening that is full of food, fun, shopping and holiday magic!

Holiday Special: WABC-TV continues to bring holiday cheer to the Tri-State area! A half-hour holiday special uncovers the unique events and celebrations that make a holiday hot spot for tourists, suburbanites and city dwellers. Weekly Local Programs on WABC-TV

EYEWITNESS NEWS UP CLOSE "Eyewitness News Up Close" is a weekly program that explores the important local stories of the week, whether they're new taxes, failures in local family service agencies, or the unmet needs of minority communities, to name a few. With "Eyewitness News" anchor Diana Williams hosting the program, local newsmakers are questioned at length about their decisions and the resultant impact on area residents. Guests have included the governors, senators and members of Congress from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, local mayors, and state lawmakers.

Like It Is This weekly, hour-long public affairs series offers viewers the opportunity to look at current and past events through an African-American perspective. Produced and hosted by seven- time Emmy-winner Gil Noble, "Like It Is" presents thoroughly researched, high-quality programming covering a diverse range of topics. With politicians and Heads of State often appearing as guests, "Like It Is" provides one of the nation's largest bodies of programs and documentaries on African-Americans.

Tiempo "Tiempo" is a half-hour, weekly round-table discussion show devoted to topics affecting and relating to the local Hispanic community. "Tiempo" is hosted by "Eyewitness News" anchor Joe Torres.

Each week, WABC-TV airs one of its three "Viewpoint" programs:

Long Island Viewpoint This half-hour program explores issues that affect the lives of Long Island's residents.

New York Viewpoint This half-hour program focuses on topics and issues of concern to the residents of 's five boroughs.

New Jersey Viewpoint This half-hour program provides in-depth treatment of issues that concern New Jersey residents. Yearlong Programs on WABC-TV

Weather Specials: Once per quarter, WABC-TV's Lee Goldberg, Bill Evans, Heidi Jones and Jeff Smith, the Tri-State Area's most-trusted weather team, bring you an intriguing half-hour on the latest storms, weather patterns and forecasting technology.

Missing Children: WABC-TV is the only television station in the country to feature a picture and a description of a missing child during every local newscast. This program, operating in conjunction with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, is responsible for the recovery of 65% of the missing children whose pictures were featured on WABC-TV.

Political Debates and Public Service Announcements

Political Debates: In the past few years, WABC-TV produced and broadcast four Senatorial, three Gubernatorial and three Mayoral debates, often with members of the "Eyewitness News" team serving as moderators.

Public Service Announcements: In 2008, WABC-TV will air more than 2,000 Public Service Announcements, many in well-viewed time -periods. WABC-TV also collaborates with many tri-state non-profits to produce public service announcements and for more than 20 years has collaborated with both the Partnership for Drug Free America and NYU College of Dentistry to bring information to its community on drug and health-related issues. In 2004, WABC-TV was awarded the Silver Bell Award, from the National Advertising Council, for its extraordinary commitment to serving the public.

WJRT-TV Flint/Saginaw/Bay City Michigan

Mayoral Debate October 29,2007, we broadcast live from 7-8PM a debate between incumbent Mayor Don Williamson and candidate Dayne Walling who were campaigning for the office of Mayor for the City of Flint.

Town Hall Meeting/Governor March 5, 2007, from 8-9PM WJRT broadcast a live town hall meeting with Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm and an audience of Genesee County residents to discuss the State of the economy and other issues pertinent to Michigan. This broadcast was produced by WJRT and was an exclusive television event.

Chrildren's Miracle Network Telethon In June of each year we carry a 10 hour telethon on a Sunday from 8AM to 6PM to benefit Hurley Medical Center's Pediatric Medical and Trauma Center.

Bay City Fireworks Each July we celebrate Independence Day with our viewers by broadcasting live from 10-11 PM from the Bay City Fireworks Festival, the largest out-state fireworks show in Michigan.

Independence Day Pops Concert Each July we broadcast live from the City of Flint an Independence Day symphony concert from 7-8PM with the Flint Symphony Orchestra.

Buick Open Golf Tournament For 30 years we have broadcast coverage of this PGA golf tournament from Warwick Country Club in Genesee County. We air live programs from 7-7:30PM starting on Wednesday and concluding on Sunday with sixty minutes of final round coverage.

Holiday Pops Concert For 25 years we have broadcast a live symphony concert in December. Two of our news anchors host the concert which airs on a Saturday evening from 7-8PM and repeats on either Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Border Battle is a live one hour pre-game show for the college football game between University of Michigan and Ohio State University. It airs each year prior to the football game on ABC.

Backyard Brawl This is a live one hour pre-game show for the college football game between Michigan State University and University of Michigan. It airs each year prior to the football game on ABC.

CRIM Festival of Races This is a major running event in August that has been taking place for the past 20 plus years in City of Flint. Over 15,000 people participate in the run/walk events and tens of thousands of people come to watch the event. WJRT sponsors the race and the training program that starts in May and continues until the actual race in August. WJRT begins live coverage of the race at 6AM during ABC12 News Saturday Morning on race day and continues coverage until gAM when the first runners cross the finish line of the 10 Mile race.

Back to the Bricks This is a new and growing classic car show that takes place in the City of Flint in August. WJRT has been the television sponsor of this event since its inception in 2006 and continues to be one of the major sponsors. ABC12 News begins live coverage of the ongoing "cruise" on Thursday evening as hundreds of classic cars begin arriving in Flint (the Motor City and birthplace of General Motors). Coverage continues throughout the weekend as thousands of people flood the City and the streets throughout Genesee County as hundreds and hundreds of classic cars "cruise."

Weather Coverage / Fenton Tornado WJRT ABC12 News provided broad and extensive emergency coverage severe weather that hit Fenton, Lapeer and Hadley areas in August of 2007. Coverage began at approximately 5PM on Friday evening and continued through the night and expanded coverage aired throughout the weekend as people worked to restore power and repair damage to homes and property.

Everyday Heroes This is an award recognition project through the Red Cross of America chapters in Genesee, Saginaw and Bay Counties. Each yearWJRT ABC12 produces feature stories about the 17 Heroes recognized for their bravery and dedication to saving and preserving life. The stories are shown to the hundreds of people in attendance at each of these ceremonies. And, these same features air in newscasts and are then produced into a one-hour program that airs on WJRT­ TV. Coats for Kids This is a project begun over 20 years ago by WJRT and a local radio station in cooperation with the Salvation Army commands in Genesee, Saginaw, Bay and Midland Counties. Thousands of new and gently worn coats are collected over a 6 week period and then distributed to family and children through the viewing area who are in need a warm coat for the winter.

WTVG Programming outline

Public Affairs Programs:

Conklin and Company

The signature political show for 13abc Action News, "Conklin and Company" is a half­ hour program, airing at lOam Sunday mornings. The program talks with newsmakers, both locally and nationally, focusing on issues of interest to viewers in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Recent guests include Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown, state and local political candidates ofboth parties and business leaders such as area developers Larry Dillin and Jim Jackson. One ofthe more popular features ofthe program is the "Take Three" segment, in which host Lee Conklin and a panel ofpolitical analysts weigh in on the news ofthe day and its impact on the viewing region.

Bridges

The signature minority affairs show for 13abc Action News, "Bridges," is a half-hour program, which airs at noon on Sundays. Hosted by Doni Miller, the program focuses on those issues of interest to the minority community, including education, the economy and race relations. Bringing together newsmakers in the community as well as those from around the state, "Bridges" looks behind the headlines, drilling down to find out the reasons behind the movements. In recent weeks, "Bridges" has focused attention on the Democratic Presidential campaign of Sen. Barack Obama and the impact ofhis minister's racial comments on the campaign, looked at the black community's response to a city effort to extend a controversial tax initiative, and explored ways to improve the quality of education for all students in the Toledo area, not just those of color.

Roundtable

Hosted by 13abc Action News morning anchor Jeff Smith, "Roundtable" may best be described as ESPN's "Pardon the Interruption" meets ABC's "This Week with George Stephanopoulos." "Roundtable" airs at 12:30 pm on Sunday afternoons. In this unique half-hour format, guests ofvarying viewpoints, such as local Israeli and Palestinian leaders, are brought together to ask questions of each other. Host Jeff Smith serves as the moderator. The format has led to several interesting programs, which have enabled the panelists, as well as the viewing public, to see the opposing viewpoints in much different lights. Coffee with the Fords

Former Toledo Mayor Jack Ford and his wife Cynthia host the newest program in WTVG's Public Affairs stable, "Coffee with the Fords." Ford gained notoriety in Toledo as the city's first African-American mayor. The half-hour program brings in guests who otherwise might not have a forum to showcase their talents to the community. It also highlights local artists and entrepreneurs who are making an active contribution to society at large. The vitality ofthe hosts and the eclectic nature ofthe program often leaves viewers wondering just what they will see when they tune in at 6:30 am Sunday mornings.

Other special programming:

WTVG has led the way in the Toledo market in its community affairs programming, annually producing local inserts for the Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Association Labor Day Telethon. Additionally, our anchors serve as hosts for several projects in the community, many ofwhich end up on the platforms of 13abc Action News. Those projects include: "Milestones" The YWCA's effort to recognize women in the community for their contributions in the fields of education, business and the media. "The Jefferson Awards" a national program designed to highlight those grass-roots efforts by all races to improve communities. Local winners ofthe "Jefferson Awards" move on to a national competition held annually in Washington D.C. 13abc Action News also hosts political debates and forums that enable candidates on both the local and state levels to make their cases for election to the voters. In recent years, 13abc has moderated debates for a U.S. Senate seat in Ohio, the Governor's race, and countless state and local positions.

News, Weather and Sports programming:

13abc Action News, which broadcasts nearly 30 hours of news each week, is recognized as a market leader in its political coverage. Winner ofa Cronkite award for excellence in political reporting, 13abc Action News is the place candidates turn to for fair and balanced reporting on the issues. In February, both candidates for the Democratic Presidential nomination made their cases to Ohio voters in one-on-one interviews aired on 13abc. In the 2004 campaign, 13abc was one of only three stations nationally to interview Vice-President Dick Cheney live following his debate with Democrat John Edwards. In the area ofsevere weather coverage, which has been recognized for an Emmy signifying excellence in broadcasting, 13abc again leads the way, devoting extensive coverage to potentially life-threatening weather events such as major snowfalls and severe thunderstorms. This past winter, 13abc extended its news coverage to keep viewers up to date on a major weekend snowfall. Its competition chose to air regular programming, including an infomercial. In the area of sports coverage, 13abc and its award-winning sports team showcase high school, college and professional clubs. Awards are given to an amateur "athlete ofthe week." To date, staff members making up the 13abc All-Stars have raised more than 195­ thousand dollars for area schools by playing basketball against faculty members.

_"'~.,_,_~ .,~_~_"~~~,L~:!Y~~h~~£~. "",~.~_"",_"_".<"w"",, _. . _. __ __,,"__"."",,,,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,, Committed to the Community Local Programming The award-winning "190 North" features the best that has to offer. Whether it is covering culture, theater, food or fun, this local program brings Chicago to life. The program gives viewers the inside scoop on what's new and happening in the Windy City. "190 North," premiered in October 1999 and is hosted by Janet Davies, Sundays at 10:35pm. Through its upbeal, fast-paced specials, "0 Beat" showcases Chicago's dynamic Hispanic community. From topics like the growing Hispanic population, immigration, and Latinos in the Arts, this program touches on a wide variety of subjects. "0 Beat" airs four times a year and features Latinos who are making valuable contributions in Chicago. "0 Beat" is hosted by Theresa Gutierrez and also features ABC 7 Chicago personalities John Garcia and Stacey Baca. "Chicagoing" keeps alive a Chicago television tradition of"the lively art of conversation." ABC 7 veteran Bill Campbell hosts this weekly public affairs program, which covers everything from homelessness and racism to celebrity interviews. Now in its 18th year, "Chicagoing" showcases the city's rich history, the promise ofits future, and the people and possibilities of Chicago today. "People, Places, & Things" is an enlightening program which focuses on achievements in the African-American communities, along with the best and the brightest they have to offer. Whether contemporary or historic, the topics covered on "People, Places, & Things" are always ofgreat significance. Host, award­ winning journalist Harry Porterfield, is joined by ABC 7 Chicago anchors Cheryl Burton, Hosea Sanders and others in spreading the word, the "real deal," ofthis rich American culture. For more than ten years. ABC 7 co-anchor and health reporter Sylvia Perez has kept viewers informed about the latest breakthroughs in the medical world through her "HealthBEAT" reports. Each evening, viewers can tune in to the news to learn useful information for a healthier life and, twice a year, Perez hosts a half­ hour "HealthBEAT" program. Sanctuary Included in ABC 7's lineup of long running public affairs programs is "Sanctuary."Th e program, produced in association with the television departments ofthe Chicago Archdiocese, the Jewish Federation, and the Broadcast Ministries of Chicago, runs once a month. "The Champions of Children's Memorial," a one-hour ABC 7 Chicago special, Children's highlights an organization that has been helping area kids for 120 years­ Memorial Hospital' Children's Memorial Hospital. This program introduces viewers to some special Where kids come first:" children who, after receiving top-notch care and treatment at Children's Memorial Hospital, can once again focus on just being kids. "Asian Influences," is a halfhour special (hosted by Linda Yu and featuring special reports with Judy Hsu & Ravi Baichwal) celebrating Asian/Pacific American Heritage month. Highlighting the diverse Asian American communities that have left their mark on the Chicago area. WLS-TV Chicago -,-",,-.------,,----,----,,---,,-,,--.---...- .....-.. _._.---.------,---"-,-,--",,,,,-----,••---,,,,,---,-,,-.-,----,,-'"'' 11 Committed to the Community ASerf) Parade Coverage ABC 7 Chicago takes pride in being Chicago's parade station (l0 local parades): y St. Patrick's Day Parade Y Gay Pride Parade Y South Side Irish Parade Y Bud Billiken Parade Y Polish Day Parade Y 26th Street Mexican Independence Parade Y Memorial Day Parade Y Columbus Day Parade Y Puerto Rican Day Parade Y Lights Festival Parade

The summer's annual special, "Chicago's Top Guns," hosted by ABC 7's own Jerry Taft and Tracy Butler, covers the dynamic air and water show. The annual Air & Water Show takes place along Chicago's lakefront. It attracts over 2 million spectators and is the largest two-day event of its kind in the country!

The tradition continues as ABC 7 plans to ring in 2009. ABC 7's Janet Davies will host this celebration LIVE from Navy Pier, and capture the best of Chicagoland's most exciting New Year's Eve gatherings around town. As part ofthe festivities, ABC 7 will televise the city's annual Grand Fireworks display live from Chicago's Navy Pier. Ongoing ABC 7 Initiatives

~ Holiday Food Drive (in conjunction with Greater Chicago Food Depository and Dominick's) ~ Stop the Violence (3 part series of commercial free half hour specials) community discussion on curbing the growing tide ofviolence in Chicago schools. ~ What Will it Take? hour long town hall discussion on how to prevent violence against women and girls (presented commercial free) ~ Black History Month (Feb), Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept/Oct) and Breast Cancer Awareness (Oct) (series ofvignettes throughout the month) ~ Operation Save a Life (in conjunction with Chicago Fire Dept & KIDDE) ~ Best of the Class ~ Republican & Democratic Senate Debates (Mar 04), Gubernatorial Debate (Mar 06), Cook Co. State's Attorney Debate (Jan 08) produced at the station and aired with no interruptions (coordinated by The League ofWomen Voters). Syndicated to all Illinois TV markets (when involving statewide office). ABC 7 Chicago Facts ~ ABC 7 produces over 70 local programs and specials per year. ~ ABC 7 produces 33 original local news hours per week. ~ ABC 7 airs over 2700 PSA's per year, benefiting more than 30 local and national organizations and charities. Attachment C GOVERNOR ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER

October 30, 2007

Mr. Arnie Kleiner General Manager KABC-TV 500 Circle Seven Drive Glendale, California 91201

Dear Mr. Kleiner,

On behalf of this great state's elected leaders, firefighters, law enforcement professionals, charitable organizations and hundreds of thousands of our fellow Californians, Maria and I offer our gratitude and admiration. Thank you to you, KABC and the Walt Disney Company for the role you played in helping us through this month's devastating wildfires.

We can say with absolute certainty that, as difficult and heartbreaking as the past several days have been, they would have been even more so without your generosity. KABC's hugely valuable reporting and related information meant the world to evacuees who, in many cases, had little left but questions. It's difficult to overestimate what solid, real­ time information and a safe place to sleep and food to eat and help rebuilding their lives can mean to people who have lost nearly all else.

Clearly, there is still much work to be done as the people of Southern California begin to pick up the pieces. Truthfully, we have no doubt that we can do it - especially with the suppOli and encouragement we've received from across the nation. KABC and the Walt Disney Company overall have proven themselves leaders and friends to the people of California. Thank you again.

With warm regards,

Arnold Schwarzenegger

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