KLTL-DT TV Guide & Broadcast Schedule
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Big Cats 24/7
The team witnesses a baby boom in the Delta; lioness Matho protects her cubs while the leopard Xudum reveals her newborns as danger looms nearby.
NOVA
An exclusive journey into a cave that houses well-preserved Stone Age art of lions and mammoths, and how scientists are unlocking the secrets of these masterpieces of early human creativity.
Ages of Ice
Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.
Post Game Notes
A wrap-up of the football weekend in Louisiana with post-game recaps and analysis. Hosts Victor Howell and Super Bowl champ and former Saints linebacker Scott Shanle highlight all the thrills from the weekend.
Louisiana Spotlight
As Louisiana places greater emphasis on barrier islands, marsh creation and shoreline protection, explore the challenges and tradeoffs shaping the next chapter of coastal restoration.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Post Game Notes
A wrap-up of the football weekend in Louisiana with post-game recaps and analysis. Hosts Victor Howell and Super Bowl champ and former Saints linebacker Scott Shanle highlight all the thrills from the weekend.
Ages of Ice
Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.
Changing Planet
A visit to the Maldives focuses on coral reefs and the urgent efforts to help them survive climate change.
Weekend in Havana
Geoffrey Baer meets dancers, musicians, architects and writers in Havana and experiences the color, culture and history of the city.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
The struggle for freedom by the ancestors of Maya Rudolph, Shonda Rhimes and Keenen Ivory Wayans.
Arthur
Buster heads off to summer camp; Arthur is jealous of Buster's magic tricks.
Odd Squad
Agents compete in Olympic-style games, with the winner being named Ms. O for the day.
Wild Kratts
Martin and Chris try to rescue a foal who is separated from his mother by a rogue wave.
Weather Hunters
The Hunters investigate a mysterious rain that happens with no clouds in the Indonesian rainforest.
Lyla in the Loop
Luke, Lyla and Everett test vacuums; Lyla makes cookies using substituted ingredients.
Carl the Collector
Carl and Sheldon are on a thank-you mission; Carl shows his friends the right way to play with pet rocks.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
King Friday makes Daniel king for the day, and he learns that the most important part of the job is to be kind to his neighbors.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay learn how to sort items; Phoebe and Jay learn how to make food labels, so everyone can participate in the potluck.
Sesame Street
Grover tries to cheer up Elmo, who is feeling sad after his dad leaves for a work trip.
Work It Out Wombats!
The Wombats use a 3D printer to save Cake Day when Mr. E's cake table collapses; the Wombats create a pretend vacation to cheer up Buckley.
Donkey Hodie
Duck enjoys "me time" at the beach; the pals like different things at Donkey's sleepover.
Rosie's Rules
When Rosie and Javi find out Tia's bringing home a dragon, they anxiously prepare for its arrival; Rosie finds a lucky charm in her backyard, but soon her luck starts to change.
Elinor Wonders Why
After a disagreement, Olive and Ari learn about how nature works, which helps them resolve their issue; the kids learn about meadows.
Alma's Way
Alma tells all her friends that Howard is moving; Alma wonders if she should buy new materials for her recycled art project.
NOVA
An exclusive journey into a cave that houses well-preserved Stone Age art of lions and mammoths, and how scientists are unlocking the secrets of these masterpieces of early human creativity.
Ages of Ice
Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.
Molly of Denali
Molly finds a newt in her boot while exploring Wizard Island; Molly tries to return a rock to its rightful place.
Carl the Collector
Carl and Sheldon are on a thank-you mission; Carl shows his friends the right way to play with pet rocks.
Sesame Street
Grover tries to cheer up Elmo, who is feeling sad after his dad leaves for a work trip.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay learn how to sort items; Phoebe and Jay learn how to make food labels, so everyone can participate in the potluck.
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
Alvin Ailey shows Yadina that music and dance can help bring people together; Xavier learns that his imagination can keep him company when he feels lonely.
Wild Kratts
Martin and Chris try to rescue a foal who is separated from his mother by a rogue wave.
BBC News The World Today
In-depth reporting, interviews and analysis of big, breaking international news stories.
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.
Sister Boniface Mysteries
As Great Slaughter prepares to hand St Vincent's to a developer, archaeologist Sister Helena is found bludgeoned in the chapel; with the nuns facing eviction, Sister Boniface must solve the murder before their home is lost forever.
Father Brown
When Lady Felicia invites a prestigious group of writers to Montague, her hopes of being published are eclipsed by a murder.
Behind the Glory
For many of his former players, retired baseball Coach M. L. Woodruff taught the game of life through baseball. But now, after all the championships and accolades, he's turning his focus from coaching players to coaching coaches.
Signora Volpe
When Sasha Pavlenko, the son of a Russian politician, is arrested in Rome for the murder of a fellow student, Sylvia's ex-husband and ex-colleague, Adam, asks her to investigate.
Marble Hall Murders on Masterpiece
The murderer in Corfu claims another victim; Eliot's condition worsens and Susan unexpectedly finds herself a suspect in a murder case.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Keanu Reeves: Pop Messiah
A look at how actor Keanu Reeves has continued to reinvent himself to build his vast body of work that includes "The Matrix," "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" and the John Wick series.
This Old House
An 1893 Dutch Colonial Revival home that will undergo an extensive renovation to accommodate its new owners' growing family.
Ages of Ice
Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.
Big Cats 24/7
The team witnesses a baby boom in the Delta; lioness Matho protects her cubs while the leopard Xudum reveals her newborns as danger looms nearby.
NOVA
An exclusive journey into a cave that houses well-preserved Stone Age art of lions and mammoths, and how scientists are unlocking the secrets of these masterpieces of early human creativity.
Arthur
Muffy helps Francine deal with the death of her Bubbe; Arthur and Buster try to make the family vacation more exciting.
Odd Squad
Olympia and Otis must go through vigorous training to travel to Potatoland; Ms O takes Otis to get a new jacket when his jacket starts to fall apart.
Wild Kratts
Chris and Martin discover the abilities of the blue heron.
Weather Hunters
It's an exciting day for Lily and her family when they move into their new house.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla and Everett play basketball against their moms; Lyla and Luke restore their old toy car to make it special for Stu.
Carl the Collector
Carl can't wait for the ice cream festival; Carl is upset that he has to wear a cast on his broken wrist.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
On the way to the post office, Dad tells Daniel he can't play at the park, and that makes Daniel mad; when Miss Elaina spills red paint on Daniel's project, he gets mad at his friend.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay accidentally get paint on the mail and have to decode addresses; Phoebe and Jay find their parents' box of memories.
Sesame Street
Rudy feels angry when Abby asks him to share his toys, so his friends make a movie to show that sharing can be fun.
Work It Out Wombats!
Wombats unstick a stuck train; the group goes to Bellyflop Lake.
Donkey Hodie
Duck Duck builds a book swap box but has trouble giving away her books; the pals throw a party for their Tater Buddy dolls.
Rosie's Rules
Rosie and Papa switch roles for the day, but it's trickier than they thought; Rosie tries to make a family tree for Valentine's Day.
Elinor Wonders Why
Elinor is intrigued when she and her friends find a plant that has grown in a zigzag; Elinor loves her butterfly suit, but how is she supposed to drink when her arms are now wings?
Alma's Way
Alma wants to hang out with Eddie's friends, but doesn't like it when she starts to feel like a little kid; Junior becomes everyone's pretend little brother.
Opportunity Knocks
The women reunite with their coaches to reveal surprising progress; Jovanna prepares to teach her first couponing class; Kristina celebrates financial wins; Amber's budgeting brings homeownership closer than ever.
Modern Pioneering With Georgia Pellegrini
An inside look at East Wind Community in the Ozark hills of Missouri, where land, labor and resources are held in common and decisions are made collectively.
Writer's Way
Writer Kim Curran returns to Meath in Ireland — the source of inspiration for her novel "The Morrigan.".
The Joy of Painting With Nicholas Hankins
A springtime landscape oil painting features redbuds punctuating the greenery of a Shenandoah Valley mountainside.
Molly of Denali
Molly makes a new friend, who teaches her a new dance; Molly makes a video to show off Qyah-style snowboarding.
Carl the Collector
Carl can't wait for the ice cream festival; Carl is upset that he has to wear a cast on his broken wrist.
Sesame Street
Rudy feels angry when Abby asks him to share his toys, so his friends make a movie to show that sharing can be fun.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay accidentally get paint on the mail and have to decode addresses; Phoebe and Jay find their parents' box of memories.
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
Xavier learns that asking questions can lead to exciting discoveries; Xavier learns that it's normal to feel different emotions when it comes his turn to jump off the diving board.
Wild Kratts
Chris and Martin discover the abilities of the blue heron.
BBC News The World Today
In-depth reporting, interviews and analysis of big, breaking international news stories.
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.
Louisiana: The State We're In
LPB's award-winning weekly news magazine offering in-depth coverage of the people, issues, and events shaping life across the Bayou State. Anchored by Christina Jensen and Victor Howell, the series keeps viewers informed and connected.
KLTL-DT is a public television station licensed to Lake Charles, Louisiana, serving as a member station of Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) and PBS. This TV guide provides viewers with broadcast information, program schedules, and details on local educational programming, PBS national flagship series, and regional documentary broadcasts.
About KLTL-DT
KLTL-DT operates as Channel 18 (digital channel 20) in Lake Charles, Southwest Louisiana. As part of the Louisiana Public Broadcasting state network, the station delivers educational, cultural, and instructional television to surrounding communities. Since going on the air in 1981, KLTL-DT has connected local audiences to nationwide PBS programming alongside state-focused public affairs and cultural coverage.
KLTL-DT TV Guide & Daily Schedule
Our KLTL-DT TV guide outlines daily and weekly broadcasts across the station's primary digital feed and subchannels. Programming generally includes dedicated blocks for children's educational content during daytime hours, followed by news, public affairs, and culture during prime-time slots.
Today's & Tonight's Highlights
Viewers checking tonight's schedule can expect standard PBS network programming, including investigative reporting, historical documentaries, British drama, and local Louisiana cultural series. Broadcast times are typically synchronized across the Central Time Zone, though scheduling changes may occur during live public broadcasting pledge drives or special news coverage.
Using KLTL-DT TV Listings
Navigating local TV listings helps viewers stay up to date with multi-channel broadcasts. KLTL-DT broadcasts multiple subchannels over the air, each tailored to specific audiences:
- LPB HD (Main Channel): Primary schedule featuring PBS national shows, local documentaries, news analysis, and prime-time drama.
- LPB Kids: Dedicated 24/7 children's educational television programming.
- LPB Create: How-to, travel, cooking, and lifestyle broadcasts.
- LPB World: Non-fiction, news, and documentary programming focusing on global and national topics.
Programming Categories on KLTL-DT
KLTL-DT broadcasts a diverse range of television shows aimed at all age groups throughout Louisiana. Key broadcast categories include:
- Children's & Educational: Daytime blocks dedicated to early childhood learning and interactive educational series.
- News & Public Affairs: State politics, local government analysis, and global news coverage.
- Documentaries & History: Science, nature, and historical perspective series from PBS and independent filmmakers.
- Culture & Arts: Musical performances, theater broadcasts, and localized cultural features celebrating Gulf Coast history and Louisiana heritage.
How to Use the KLTL-DT Schedule
To ensure you do not miss your favorite programs, follow these simple steps when checking the TV guide:
- Confirm your local time zone (Central Time Zone for Lake Charles and surrounding areas).
- Select the appropriate date to view morning, afternoon, or evening program lineups.
- Identify whether the show airs on the main KLTL-DT HD feed or one of its digital subchannels (LPB Kids, Create, or World).
- Re-check listings periodically for last-minute schedule adjustments caused by extended news coverage or live public events.
Viewing & Reception Information
KLTL-DT is accessible throughout Southwest Louisiana via terrestrial digital television over the air, as well as through major regional cable, satellite, and fiber-optic television providers. Viewers accessing the station via over-the-air digital antennas should perform a channel rescannable search on Channel 18 to ensure proper reception of all available LPB subchannels.
Regional Differences & Time Zones
Because KLTL-DT is part of the statewide Louisiana Public Broadcasting network, broadcast lineups are generally synchronized across LPB stations. However, local technical maintenance or regional programming variations can occasionally cause slight shifts. Always verify local broadcast listings for exact regional timing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KLTL-DT?
KLTL-DT is the Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) public television station serving Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana on digital channel 18.
Where can I find the KLTL-DT TV schedule?
You can find daily and weekly program times, show summaries, and subchannel lineups directly on this TV guide page or through official LPB listings.
What programs air on KLTL-DT tonight?
Tonight's lineup typically features news, public affairs analysis, independent documentaries, and PBS prime-time dramas. Check the daily schedule section for precise broadcast times.
What digital subchannels does KLTL-DT broadcast?
KLTL-DT offers several digital subchannels, including the primary LPB HD feed, LPB Kids, LPB Create, and LPB World.
Does KLTL-DT schedule vary by region?
KLTL-DT shares most of its daily programming schedule with other LPB stations across Louisiana, operating on Central Time, though occasional localized coverage may affect specific times.