You can use historical newspapers to find out how issues and events were reported during a specific time in history.
Today's News
Many newspapers allow you to register and receive free access to at least a portion of that day's published articles.
The New York Times
The Washington Post
Latin America Media
LANIC: Newspapers & News in Latin America
LANIC: Television in Latin America
International News Archives on the Web: Latin America. Selective coverage of papers with searchable archives.