KPTS-DT TV Guide & Listings
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Antiques Roadshow
A 1956-1958 Celtics team-signed photo and basketball; Buffalo Bill poster circa 1893; an Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring.
Death in Paradise
A distillery owner is poisoned during a group tasting of his premium rum, but the case is shrouded in mystery when it's revealed all the guests drank from the same bottle.
Celebrating America 250: Made With Love
Exploring America's founding spirit through the works of modern artisans who keep traditions alive, illustrating the many cultures that built this country.
Antiques Roadshow
A 1956-1958 Celtics team-signed photo and basketball; Buffalo Bill poster circa 1893; an Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring.
POV
Two Nairobi women overcome challenges including local politics to transform what used to be a whites-only library into a cultural hub.
Mr Bates vs The Post Office on Masterpiece
Mysterious financial losses lead the Post Office to fire and prosecute village Subpostmasters who are unable to prove their innocence.
Mr Bates vs The Post Office on Masterpiece
Alan Bates and the Sub Post Master begin to fight for truth and justice with new allies in Parliament.
Celebrity Antiques Road Trip
Celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott is pitted against presenter and journalist Anne Diamond; Anne finds out how England became a nation of tea lovers and Ainsley learns about the world's first celebrity chef.
Arthur
Fern gets a cell phone; Brain does not want everyone to know that he was held back in kindergarten.
Odd Squad
Agents from the Big O's office threaten to shut down Odd Squad; Oona meets Dr. O's replacement.
Wai Lana Yoga
Relieving lower back tension with gentle stretches for tight muscles; using a chair to strengthen abs.
BBC News
News. Reporting on the day's international news from London and from BBC correspondents around the world.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla, Luke and Everett look for buried car keys at the beach; Lyla and Everett write a Super Stu comic.
Carl the Collector
Lotta competes in the Fuzzytown Music Maker Championship, but the noise on stage becomes too much for her and she leaves; Carl forgets his bottle cap collection at his dad's house.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Nana Platypus helps take care of Daniel when Dad Tiger is unable to pick him up from school; Daniel's class takes a field trip.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay use Miss Jean's field guide to identify their new butterfly friend; Phoebe gets courage to perform at the talent show.
Sesame Street
Tango loses focus when Elmo tries to teach him a new trick.
DIY Science Time
Building a bird feeder and monocular to observe birds; a field trip to the Glen Helen Raptor Center.
Donkey Hodie
Bob Dog is nervous about his Good Dog School graduation; Donkey helps Panda find his lost Super Porcupine puppet.
Rosie's Rules
Iggy wants to see the garbage truck, but Rosie doesn't know how to get it to come to their house; Rosie attempts to bring nature inside.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Epic Train Journeys From Above
The Glacier Express train in the Swiss Alps is an engineering marvel, traveling over treacherous gorges and through huge mountain ranges.
Epic Train Journeys From Above
The Winnipeg-Churchill train crosses the difficult landscape of Manitoba from south to north, traversing snow-covered grasslands and Canada's boreal forest.
Epic Train Journeys From Above
El Chepe train is a wonder of Mexican engineering that took 100 years to build through the world's largest canyon region, Copper Canyon.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla and her sisters find a lost bag's owner; Lyla gets jealous when Ale gets attention.
Weather Hunters
The kids help Al put on a one-of-a-kind weather presentation when the power goes out.
Odd Squad
Orla shares the story of how she was chosen to protect the 44-leaf clover to stop the villain Jellybean Joe from causing oddness to the Mobile Unit van.
Arthur
D.W. is devastated when her favorite show is cancelled; Buster worries that his mother's new boyfriend will steal her away.
Ready Jet Go!
Jet explains how his family found Earth; the kids turn a treehouse into their own observatory to view the nighttime sky.
BBC World News America
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Exploring the family trees of musicians Lizzo and Flea.
See Taste Do
Hometowns
Mountain beauty, music and community shape a deep sense of home in Grayson County, Virginia.
American Masters
The life and career of Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Mary Oliver, who published more than 30 collections of poetry and essays.
BBC News
Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Rick Steves' Europe
The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul; strolling along the Golden Horn; zipping by tram from the Old Town to Taksim Square; hopping a ferry to Asia.
American Masters
The life and career of Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Mary Oliver, who published more than 30 collections of poetry and essays.
Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein
The American bald eagle symbolizes patriotism, environmental activism and Native American traditions.
Antiques Roadshow
A 1956-1958 Celtics team-signed photo and basketball; Buffalo Bill poster circa 1893; an Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring.
Antiques Roadshow
An unpublished Art Spiegelman book proposal circa 1974; headboard from the set of "The Godfather: Part II"; rare photographic baseball cards with a handwritten letter from the 1871-1872 Boston Red Stockings.
Arthur
Baby Kate and her dog, Pal, venture to the Children's Zoo in search of the Dolly Llama; Brian and Sue Ellen decline to join the Lakewood Pride Committee.
Odd Squad
A young agent in training gets lost at headquarters; Olive and Otto try to stop a villain with a vendetta against cubes.
Sit and Be Fit
Building awareness of how the body feels when it is in perfect alignment helps avoid postural weakness; using good form and proper technique while doing functional exercises.
BBC News
Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla and Everett struggle to play Hot Cross Buns at the same tempo, and they learn how to read music; Lyla is upset when Luke's snack becomes popular.
Carl the Collector
Forrest can't wait to try everything at the Fuzzytown Friends Picnic, but gets into trouble when he is unable to wait his turn; Carl hosts a Super Blue Moon Sleepover.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel greets his friends at school; Miss Elaina and Katerina play space restaurant.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay create a game show for Grandma; Phoebe and Jay must find the best way to spend the community coin jar money by taking a building-wide vote.
Sesame Street
While Abby and Elmo work together to find a lost Bubble Bug, Grover and Cookie Monster stay behind to take care of the fairy garden's magical beasties.
DIY Science Time
Growing caterpillars, releasing butterflies and planting plants; a field trip to Wright State University.
Donkey Hodie
Panda helps Donkey prepare for her first eye exam; Donkey cheers herself on in the Music Marathon.
Rosie's Rules
Rosie is so excited to celebrate Christmas with abuela in Mexico City that she forgets to bring her present.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Epic Train Journeys From Above
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is an engineering classic in the lap of the Himalayas, traveling through precarious terrains and five climatic zones.
Epic Train Journeys From Above
Crossing the harsh terrain of the Australian outback, the Ghan, a luxury train, and its 3,000 km of track need constant and skilled maintenance.
Epic Train Journeys From Above
Norway's Bergen line runs from Bergen, Norway, to Oslo, Norway, through the fjords of Western Norway, snowy Hardanger Plateau and deep forests.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla, Luke and Everett look for buried car keys at the beach; Lyla and Everett write a Super Stu comic.
Weather Hunters
Lily, Corky and Benny attempt to film their own weather broadcast, but need Great Grandpa Wallace's tools to create their weathercast.
Odd Squad
Olive and Otto try to figure out why symmetrical objects were vandalized; objects and people disappear inside an Italian restaurant.
Arthur
Too many sweets give Arthur bad dreams; Arthur and D.W. use a map their grandfather gave them to hunt for treasure.
Wild Kratts
The Kratt brothers want to fly with the peregrine falcon.
BBC World News America
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Nature
Grizzly 399 attempts to raise an unusually large litter in Grand Teton National Park, becoming a hopeful symbol of the survival and preservation of wildlife.
KPTS-DT is a public television channel serving viewers with educational, cultural, and community-focused programming. This KPTS-DT tv guide provides a comprehensive overview of the station's broadcast schedule, helping viewers find daily program times, check upcoming broadcasts, and plan their TV viewing.
About KPTS-DT
KPTS-DT operates as a member station of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Based in Wichita, Kansas, the station serves central and south-central Kansas with a diverse range of non-commercial television content. As a public media organization, KPTS-DT focuses on delivering broadcast services that inform, educate, and inspire local communities across its primary coverage region.
KPTS-DT TV Guide and Schedule Information
Using a reliable broadcast guide allows viewers to stay updated on daily shows, documentary specials, children's educational content, and local public affairs programming. The broadcast schedule is organized chronologically, detailing what is airing throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening slots.
Because public television programming can feature localized interruptions, special pledge events, or breaking news updates, checking the current listings ensures you do not miss scheduled episodes or broadcast premieres.
TV Guide Listings for Tonight on KPTS-DT
If you are looking for tv guide listings for tonight, evening broadcasts on KPTS-DT typically showcase flagship PBS series, investigative journalism, arts programs, and regional documentaries. Primetime programming generally begins in the early evening and runs through late night.
To check tonight's lineup accurately:
- Early Evening: Local news, public affairs, or news magazine programs.
- Primetime: National PBS broadcasts including drama series, science documentaries, and historical programs.
- Late Night: Encore presentations, performance arts, or music broadcasts.
For exact episode titles and precise start times for tonight, consult the dynamic daily grid on your local provider or digital converter box.
Programming Categories on KPTS-DT
KPTS-DT offers a variety of programming designed for audiences of all ages. Major categories featured on the station include:
- Children's Educational Content: Daytime lineups featuring PBS KIDS programming focused on early childhood literacy, mathematics, and social skills.
- News and Public Affairs: In-depth reporting on national, international, and Kansas state issues.
- Documentary and History: In-depth science, nature, and historical series exploring regional and global topics.
- Arts and Culture: Performances, musical showcases, independent films, and culinary programs.
- Local Productions: Programs highlighting Kansas history, local agriculture, community leaders, and regional culture.
How to Use the KPTS-DT Broadcast Schedule
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- Select the Date: Choose today's date or a future date to see upcoming broadcast blocks.
- Verify the Time Zone: Confirm that your listings reflect Central Time (CT), which matches the local broadcast zone for KPTS-DT.
- Check the Subchannel: KPTS operates multiple digital subchannels. Ensure you are reviewing the correct channel feed (e.g., primary HD channel, PBS KIDS subchannel, or Create/World feeds where available).
- Review Program Details: Click or highlight specific listings to view episode descriptions, season numbers, and parental ratings.
Viewing Options and Regional Availability
KPTS-DT is available over-the-air (OTA) via digital antenna across its primary Kansas broadcast area. Additionally, the channel is carried by local cable providers, satellite networks, and select digital streaming platforms that offer live local PBS feeds.
Because channel numbers vary across different cable and satellite providers, viewers should consult their specific service provider's channel lineup to locate KPTS-DT in their area.
Time Zones and Schedule Variations
KPTS-DT broadcasts on Central Time (CT). Standard broadcast schedules may be adjusted during live national events, emergency weather alerts, or local fundraising periods. Viewers using streaming platforms or satellite services outside the primary market should double-check local time offsets to ensure accurate program timing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KPTS-DT?
KPTS-DT is the PBS member public television station based in Wichita, Kansas, serving central and south-central Kansas with educational, cultural, and local programming.
Where can I find tonight's TV schedule for KPTS-DT?
You can check tonight's broadcast lineup by viewing the evening section of the KPTS-DT TV listings guide or by checking your local electronic program guide (EPG).
Does KPTS-DT broadcast in High Definition?
Yes, KPTS-DT provides a primary high-definition (HD) digital signal over-the-air and through participating cable and satellite operators.
Are KPTS-DT schedules the same every week?
While many daily series air at consistent times, primetime specials, documentary series, and local events vary weekly. Checking updated listings ensures accurate times.
Why might broadcast times differ from published listings?
Unscheduled program changes, live coverage, pledge drives, or regional breaking news updates can occasionally alter exact broadcast times.