That Was the News Then: Episode 9

Plastic surgery becomes popular. The first female warden of a men’s prison. Peace talks in the Middle East. Giving back during the holidays -- This is what New Yorkers were watching on the news in November 1978.

That Was the News Then: Past Elections Revisited

From Jimmy Carter’s epic loss and the election that introduced us to the words “hanging chads” to Obama’s historic win, relive the twists and turns of some of the most memorable U.S. presidential elections.

That Was the News Then: Episode 7

An attempted eviction turns deadly. Hotel fire kills 15. NYC subway problems. The year was 1984, and this is what New Yorkers were watching on the news in October.

That Was the News Then: Episode 6

A shocking coffee shop shooting. Pinball fever hits NYC. Money Woes for NYC. The year was 1978, and this is what New Yorkers were watching on the news in October.

That Was the News Then: Episode 5

In 1989, Jose and Kitty Menendez were brutally murdered by their sons Lyle and Erik. This is some of the actual news coverage on the Menendez Murders and the two trials that took place back in the 90s.

That Was the News Then: Episode 4

Donald Trump takes on Leona Helmsley. A crackdown on illegal gambling. The year was 1990, and this is what New Yorkers were watching on the news in September.

That Was the News Then: Episode 3

Hurricane Gloria hits New York area hard. Fitness guru Richard Simmons speaks out to help obese children. The year was 1985, and this is what New Yorkers were watching on the news in September.

That Was the News Then: Episode 2

The Preppy Killer Murder, Dog Day Bank Robber, Ugly Toys, Cost Of Things At The U.S. Open in 1986, and The Weather Forecast from August 26, 1986. This is what New Yorkers were watching on the news in August, 1986.

That Was the News Then: Episode 1

The Son of Sam serial killer. A crackdown on youth crime. The year was 1978, and this is what New Yorkers were watching on the news in August.