70 Years of WTVJ History
Seven decades ago, the media landscape in Florida changed as WTVJ-TV became the first television station to sign on and broadcast in the Sunshine State.
WTVJ and The Cuban Missile Crisis
In 1962, WTVJ's Ralph Renick narrated a documentary on the Cuban missile crisis as the U.S. and the Soviet Union were brought to the frightening edge of conflict, and South Florida played a major role.
WTVJ Through the Years
WTVJ is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2019 with a look back at the station's rich history. Check out some of the photos from our 70 years of broadcasting.
Covering the McDuffie Riots
WTVJ was there as rage and racial tension overwhelmed the streets of Liberty City and Overtown in 1980 in what's remembered as the McDuffie riots.
A Look At How WTVJ Covered Hurricane Andrew
WTVJ and Ali
Boxer Muhammad Ali was one of the most famous and most often covered personalities by WTVJ in the station's early days.
70 Years of Unique Personalities
WTVJ has seen a number of legendary and unique personalities in its 70 years in South Florida, from Ralph Renick to Bob Weaver, and Jane Chastain to Skipper Chuck.
A Look at How WTVJ Covered the Gianni Versace Murder
The Elian Gonzalez Saga
WTVJ was there as the drama over little Elian Gonzalez unfolded in Miami in 1999-2000.
