America’s 200th Birthday Bash | That Was The News Then
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From the patriotic parades to “Operation Sail” to a dazzling display of fireworks over the Statue of Liberty, take a trip back in time to when America celebrated its bicentennial in 1976.

Serial Killers | That Was The News Then: Episode 44
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In a city of millions, some killers hid in plain sight. We look back at New York’s most notorious serial killers—from the Son of Sam Murders to the Long Island Serial Killer— we examine the crimes, missed warnings, and investigations that ultimately brought them down.

Knicks Fever in the 90s | That Was The News Then
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The energy in New York City is electric right now, and this current playoff run is giving fans serious déjà vu. On this episode of That Was The News Then, we rewind the tapes to explore how the news covered the 1994 and 1999 Knicks.

Michael Jackson | That Was The News Then: Episode 43
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From a child star to the “King of Pop”, this is how the news covered the triumphs & struggles of Michael Jackson.

The Long Island Serial Killer | That Was The News Then
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A look back at one of Long Island’s most notorious serial killers, Joel Rifkin. Leaving behind a trail of bodies, he managed to evade capture for years, until he made a simple mistake that led police to him. This is how the news covered the capture and trial of New York’s self-confessed serial killer.

JFK Jr – The Life of an “American Prince” | That Was The News Then: Episode 41
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John F. Kennedy Jr often referred to as "America's Prince" was a beacon of hope for the Kennedy dynasty. This is how the news covered his life from his days as "Most Eligible Bachelor" to his marriage and to that day in July 1999 when tragedy struck the Kennedy family once again.

NYC Snowed In | That Was The News Then: Episode 39
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From the biggest to the most destructive, these are some of the worst blizzards to ever hit New York City.

Miracle On The Hudson | That Was The News Then: Episode 38
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A flock of birds collide with a plane causing both engines to fail & forcing the pilot to land on the Hudson River. This is how the “Miracle On The Hudson” unfolded.

Martin Scorsese: A Career in Cinema | That Was the News Then: Episode 37
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Martin Scorsese has become one of cinema’s most influential directors, rising from New York’s streets to worldwide acclaim. But with the fame, comes scrutiny. On this episode, we look back at the Fox 5 interviews with Scorsese and how the news covered the Native New Yorker’s remarkable journey and creative impact.

Hottest Toys Of The Past | That Was The News Then: Episode 36
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The hottest toys from the past! Cabbage Patch Kids, Space Invaders, Teddy Ruxpin, Space Invaders, Beanie Babies. The list is long! How many did you have? Step back in time as we look at the biggest toy crazes of the 70s, 80s, and 90s.

When Black Friday Ruled | That Was The News Then: Episode 34
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From deals to door-busters, a look back at when Black Friday Shopping was at its peak and before online shopping replaced crowds with clicks.

Thanksgiving Day Parades |That Was The News Then: Episode 33
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Celebrate the Holiday Season with a trip down memory lane as we look back at past Thanksgiving Day Parades from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.

Bruce Springsteen: The Early Years | That Was The News Then: Episode 32
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From his glory days to his political activism to that controversial song, this is a look back at the early years of music superstar Bruce Springsteen.