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In October 1983, Huell Howser's "Videolog," made its debut, kicking off the three decade-long career of the host and producer on KCET.
In October 1983, the station premiered the award-winning hour-long public affairs documentary series, "KCET Journal."
n January 1983, KCET made its first transition in leadership as Bill Kobin succeeded Jim Loper as KCET's President and CEO.
On September 4, 1981, Los Angeles celebrated the bicentennial of its founding by 44 Spanish-era settlers, concluding a year-long celebration of the city and its heritage.
On September 28, 1980, the first of 13 episodes of Carl Sagan's "Cosmos: A Personal Journey" premiered, becoming one of the highest-rated programs in the history of public television.
On June 5, 1980, the Mediterranean Fruit Fly was found in Northridge, beginning the decade-long battle against the agriculturally-damaging invasive pest.
On October 17, 1999, the $375 million, 20,000-seat Staples Center sporting arena opened, transforming downtown L.A. into an entertainment destination.
Anticipating the emergence of digital technology KCET's state-of-the-art Educational Telecommunications Center building opened in December 1998.
On December 16, 1997, the $1.3 billion Getty Center museum opened on the hills above Brentwood, establishing itself as a bold new addition to Los Angeles' art landscape.
In December 1996, KCET steered onto the Information Superhighway with the launch of the KCET.org website.
On February 1, 1996, KCET witnessed its second major transition of leadership as outgoing President and CEO William H. Kobin retired, and his successor, Al Jerome, took over.
On January 16, 1995, PBS premiered "The Puzzle Place," a children's series co-produced by KCET, which featured a multi-racial cast of puppet characters that celebrated diversity and positive social interaction.