Founded in 1968 by a local group called Camellia City Telecasters, led by broadcaster Jack Matranga, Fox40 (KTXL) came into being to give Sacramento viewers an alternative to the three main network channels. The idea sparked when Matranga saw an opportunity to use the UHF signal (channel 40) to broadcast movies, cartoons, and reruns that other stations weren't showing. It started as a small independent station before eventually joining the FOX network when it launched in the 1980s. Today, the station is owned by Nexstar Media Group, the largest owner of local television stations in the United States. Today, Fox40 is run by a team of local anchors and reporters and is mainly focused on California state politics, local news, and professional sports. They are based in Sacramento, California, the state capital. Because they are located near the State Capitol building, they are a primary source for news regarding the Governor and state laws, as well as covering the NBA's Sacramento Kings. One interesting fact: A unique fact about Fox40 is its history as a hub for horror movie fans. In the 1970s, long before it had a major news department, the station produced a legendary show called "Creature Features." Hosted by Bob Wilkins, the show aired scary movies late at night and became a massive cult phenomenon in Northern California, helping the station survive its early years.