Laci Peterson case continues to captivate

Laci Peterson's murder made national headlines back in 2002, even before her husband was convicted. Over 20 years later, as Scott Peterson maintains his innocence, the case continues to captivate Americans. In this LiveNOW & Then full episode, we look at how the media covered the case as it progressed.

How did breakdancing become an Olympic sport?

Breaking is now an Olympic sport at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here's how breakdancing emerged from the streets of the Bronx to spread around the world, all the way to the Olympics.

Despite fanfare, 'New Coke' fizzles with consumers

Coca-Cola is a quintessential American product, with fans all over the world. So why would Coke change its recipe after nearly 100 years? This LiveNOW and Then full episode takes us back to April of 1985, when Coca Cola pulled its cans and bottles off shelves in favor of “New Coke” – an attempt to get an even larger share of the soft drink market.

Ross Perot grabs the campaign spotlight

Ross Perot’s “giant sucking sound” won him plenty of fans, but it didn’t win him the White House. In this full LiveNOW & Then episode, we look back at how the media covered Perot's unusual presidential runs.

The Air Jordan & Air Max debut

When you look back at TV news footage from decades ago, nothing stands out more than the fashion – from head to toe. It was back in the 1980’s when sneakers became less about sports and more about business. In this LiveNOW & Then episode, we look at how the media covered the emerging sneaker industry.

Barbie through the years

If Barbie was a real person, she'd be approaching retirement. But she's still going strong. In this LiveNOW & Then full episode, we look back at Barbie's first appearances on TV and the character's impact on popular culture.

Watch the O.J. Simpson chase unfold

Decades after the infamous white Ford Bronco chase, we take a look at KTTV's archived coverage and hear what it was like to be up in the sky over the surreal scene.

The day President Reagan was shot

Cameras were rolling as a would-be assassin opened fire in Washington back on March 30, 1981. Reporter Jackson Bain was on the scene within seconds and, in this full-length LiveNOW & Then episode, he recalled the chaos and confusion.

Michael Jackson's "Thriller" makes music history

Forty years ago, it was immediately clear that "Thriller" was an historic album. From the music to the dance moves and the now-iconic mini-movie video, here’s a look back at original 1984 coverage of Michael Jackson’s biggest hit – along with his clouded legacy.

The real ‘American Nightmare’ story

Netflix’s new "American Nightmare" docuseries takes a look at the Denise Huskins kidnapping case. In this full LiveNOW & Then episode, crime reporter Henry Lee, recalls what it was like when he received anonymous emails from the kidnapper.