Wed, Aug 9, 1989
"Prisoners of Care" investigates deplorable conditions in board and care homes in Houston, Texas. "Suburban Cowboy" profiles and interviews Jerry Jones the new owner of the Dallas Cowboys. "Death on Starr Street" goes to Brooklyn, New York, to examine the murder of Andrea Hernandez who was shot in the head earlier this week as she prepared for work. "Brent Sadler" talks to the journalist live in Beirut.
Tue, Oct 1, 1996
Forrest Sawyer interviews Philip Leonetti, the underboss of a Philadelphia (PA) Mafia family headed by his uncle, Nicodemo "Nicky" Scarfo. Leonetti, facing charges for his involvement in almost 40 murders as well as a host of other serious felonies, turned government informant in 1989 and his testimony resulted in the convictions of almost 50 Philadelphia Mafia members. In exchange for his testimony, he was placed in the government's witness protection program.
Wed, Sep 19, 2001
This Primetime Special Edition examines reaction and responses to the recent September 11th terrorist attacks on the United States. It looks at reaction to President Bush recent speech and talks to New Yorkers in the wake of the attack. Brain Ross investigates whether French intelligence were aware of the attacks prior to their occurrence. John Quinones examines how children are responding to the attacks. Diane Sawyer talks to New York Fire Chief Daniel Nigro and Charles Gibson looks at how the U.S. can take action in Afghanistan.
Wed, Nov 28, 2001
"Behind the Scenes" talks to vice president Dick Cheney about the September 11th attacks and the war on terrorism. "Secrets of the Heart" looks at three families who are having DNA tests to determine the paternity of their children. "Angels of Hope" looks at how the people of Gander, Newfoundland, helped 6,000 people stranded in the wake of the September 11th attacks.
Wed, Feb 6, 2002
"Arctic Rose" looks into the U.S. Coast Guard investigation into the missing Seattle-based fishing vessel that sank in the Bering Sea. "Murder at the End of the Road" goes to Oklahoma City to investigate the death of Rob Andrew who investigators believe was killed by his wife Brenda Andrew and her lover Jim Pavatt.
Wed, Feb 20, 2002
"Daniel Pearl" reports on the recent murder of the Wall Street Journal reporter. "Lisa Beamer" talks to the wife of Flight 93 Passenger Todd Beamer about the recent birth of her child Morgan Kay Beamer. "Influencing Doctors" investigates how pharmaceutical companies spend millions of dollars to encourage doctors to prescribe drugs. "Promises, Promises" offers a hidden camera investigation into the claims made by cosmetic counter sales clerks.
Wed, Feb 27, 2002
"Behind the Veil" revisits five Afghan women who were interviewed and denounced the Taliban in 1996. "Cher" talks to the pop star about her past and her plans for the future. "Waiting to Happen" discusses Omar Saeed Sheikh the chief suspect in the kidnapping and murder of journalist Daniel Pearl.
Wed, Mar 6, 2002
"Unsafe Seat Belts?" investigates flaws in Chrysler's Gen-3 seat belt. "Dollars and Scents" talks to a bank robber who claims that his crimes are due to a neurological damage that also affects his sense of smell. "Tender Hearts" examines how art is helping some children who lost parents on 9/11.
Wed, Mar 13, 2002
In this Primetime Special Edition, Diane Sawyer talks to comedian Rosie O'Donnell about her crusade to allow same sex couples to adopt children. The American foster care system has more than 100,000 children ready for adoption. Some, however, argue that homosexuality should disqualify prospective adoptive parents.
Wed, Apr 10, 2002
"Anastasia's Story" goes to Washington state to talk to a man who is accused of murdering his mail-order bride from Kyrgyzstan. "A World of Words" examines hyperlexic children who have the ability to read at an early age but also suffer from social disorders. "Rosie O'Donnell" previews an upcoming segment on the comedian and actress.
Wed, Apr 17, 2002
"Rosie's Search" talks to comedian Rosie O'Donnell about her new book. "Check Washing" investigates how criminals are using chemicals to wash ink off of checks. "Gay Adoption Update" updates the recent story on adoption by single sex families with a report of the outpouring of support for several families profiled.
Tue, Apr 30, 2002
This Primetime Special Edition examines the trial of Thomas Huskey who is accused of the serial murder of four prostitutes on the outskirts of Knoxville, Tennessee. He pleads not guilty by reason of insanity and claims to have multiple personality disorder. Ultimately, the trial ends in a hung jury that is unable to establish his guilt or innocence.
Wed, May 1, 2002
"Under Wraps" investigates whether the claims made by health spas to improve health have a good scientific foundation. "Beauty Marks" examines the serious dangers involved in laser hair removal. "Stand by Me" talks to two women whose friendship has endured despite mental illness and murder.
Wed, May 8, 2002
"Secrets of the Heart" rebroadcasts a segment on three families as they get DNA tests to conclusively determine the paternity of their children. "Lost in Space" examines how Texas is using sophisticated GPS technology to keep track of sex offenders even though there may be serious flaws with the system.
Wed, May 22, 2002
In this Primetime Special Edition, Chris Cuomo follows six troubled teens as they take a twenty-one day trek deep into the wilderness that their parents hope will help reform them. The children are put through a physically taxing regime of silent hiking and climbing to help them to focus on their problems. The trip climaxes with the solo where each teenager spends three days and three nights alone fending for themselves.
Wed, May 29, 2002
"Stacey's Story" talks to Stacey Lannert who is seeking clemency for murdering her abusive father twelve years ago. "Niki Taylor" talks to the supermodel about her recovery from a car accident that almost took her life. "For Some, Too Real" talks to Ben Affleck about the new Jack Ryan movie that some people feel is uncomfortably realistic.
Wed, Jun 26, 2002
"Elizabeth Smart" offers an update on the missing girl taken from her house in Salt Lake City. "Osama's Pilot" talks to a pilot who used to fly for Osama bin Laden, but later testified against him. "Arctic Rose" rebroadcasts a look into the investigation of a missing ship lost in the Bering Sea.
Wed, Jul 10, 2002
"Anastasia's Story" rebroadcasts a segment on a man who is accused of murdering his mail-order bride from Kyrgyzstan. "Love Song" profiles songwriter Diane Warren who has written hit songs for some of music greatest starts including Reba McEntire, Gloria Estefan, and Barbara Streisand.
Wed, Jul 17, 2002
"Flight of Courage" talks to the friends and families of American Airlines Flight 11 stewardess Amy Sweeney and Betty Ong about their last phone calls on 9/11. "Keep Your Child Safe" talks to a child safety expert on how to protect your child from abduction. "A Natural Woman" interviews model Carrie Otis. "Dollars and Scents" rebroadcasts a segment on a bank robber who claims that his crimes are due to a neurological damage.
Wed, Jul 24, 2002
"Living Large" looks at how corporate executives enjoy lives of excess even as their companies collapse around them. "The Truth About Lying" talks to scientists who are looking into the reasons why people don't tell the truth. "Funny Man" talks to the comedian about his recent heart surgery.
Wed, Jul 31, 2002
"Antonio and Melanie" talks to Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith about their marriage. "Murder at the End of the Road" rebroadcasts a segment on the murder of death of Rob Andrew and updates the story with news that Brenda Andrew and Jim Pavatt were arrested in Mexico. "The Kindness of Strangers" looks at how the town of Gander, Newfoundland, welcomed passengers rerouted due to 9/11.
Wed, Aug 7, 2002
"Stalking the Ripper" rebroadcasts and updates a segment on crime writer Patricia Cornwell's theory about the identity of Jack the Ripper. "Deal with the Devil" examines a scorching stretch of Arizona desert where illegal immigrants from Mexico risk their lives to have an opportunity for a better life in the United States.
Wed, Aug 28, 2002
In this Primetime Special Edition, Diane Sawyer looks at sixty-three babies who were born to fathers who died on September 11th. She talks to the mothers who share their emotional stories of loss, sorrow, and incredibly gain and watches the home videos of the children who will never get to meet their fathers.